Games that get everyone excited without any equipment! A collection of simple ideas everyone can enjoy
You want to have fun with friends or family but don’t have any special equipment? That’s exactly when you should try these games! In this article, we introduce no-prop games like charades and “Takenoko Nyokki.” We’ve gathered a variety of games, from quick, casual ones to brain-training challenges that make you think.
Split into teams and compete, and it’ll be even more exciting! Why not try these easy-to-start, super-fun no-equipment games?
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Games that get everyone excited without any equipment! A simple collection of ideas everyone can enjoy (21–30)
Gesture Telephone Game
Let’s enjoy a gesture-only telephone game where you communicate without using words.
Form teams of about five or six people.
Once you line up in a single file, the first person checks the prompt.
Pass the prompt to the next person using only gestures, making your movements big and clear.
The last person gives the final answer to the prompt.
Exaggerating your gestures and adding facial expressions may make it easier to convey the message.
And if it doesn’t get across, thinking about how to make it clearer is part of what makes this game fun.
Magical Banana
A Magical Banana game where clapping and rhythm are key.
The first person says, “When you say banana, I think of ___,” filling in a word by association.
The next person keeps the rhythm and continues saying what the word makes them think of.
Keep the rhythm going by saying the phrase “When you say ___” each time.
Once everyone gets used to the game, speed it up by increasing the clapping and rhythm tempo.
The main point is to say your associations in time with the rhythm; if you can’t say one in time, restart on the spot and try again.
human disentanglement puzzle
A human knot game where participants work together to figure out how to untangle themselves, naturally communicating as they go.
The rules are simple: talk to each other while you unravel the tangled human knot.
During this process, you must not let go of the hands you’re holding.
The key is to share ideas on how to solve it without letting go.
Be careful not to pull anyone’s arms forcefully, as that can be dangerous.
Sync up as a team, use your whole body, and have fun taking on the challenge.
Tongue Twister Challenge
The tongue twister challenge is a recreational activity that everyone can enjoy together, no matter their age.
The key is to read the designated phrase quickly without stumbling over the words.
The facilitator should demonstrate first; if they deliberately slip up, it can help participants relax and ease their nerves.
Start by practicing slowly at first, and once everyone gets used to it, gradually increase the speed.
It can also be fun to play in teams and compete for the best time.
Looking for the King
A fun King-Finder game for large groups.
First, split into a Detective Team and a King Team.
The King Team will imitate the King’s movements for one minute.
During that minute, the King should change their movement three times.
The detectives carefully observe during this time to figure out who the King is.
Setting a time limit can make it even more exciting.
At the end, the King Team asks, “Who is the King?” The Detective Team answers, “The King is ___,” and tries to guess correctly.
Adjust the difficulty according to the players’ ages and enjoy.
after-the-fact rock-paper-scissors
Ato-dashi rock-paper-scissors looks simple, but it’s surprisingly good brain training that really makes you think! The rule is just to throw rock, paper, or scissors that will beat what the other person has already shown.
If you can win several times in a row, try the version where you deliberately lose after seeing the opponent’s hand.
Quickly figuring out how to win or lose at rock-paper-scissors and making big movements with your fingers provide just the right amount of stimulation for your brain.
It’s quick and fun, so it’s also great as a casual, bite-sized game!
Who am I? game
Liven up your New Year’s with 10 “Who am I?” quiz questions! Each question comes with three hints, and you use the clues to figure out the answer.
For example: “I have a red body and I’m always standing with my mouth open,” “I used to be round, but now my body is more angular,” and “Someone comes at the same time every day to take what’s inside me.” By reading the hints carefully and using your imagination, you’ll enjoy the thrill of arriving at the answer.
It’s great for all ages—from young children to adults—and helps develop thinking and observation skills.
It’s a game where you can feel the excitement of guessing correctly and enjoy discussing the hints with friends.
