9 Must-Have Adult Party Games
Remember the fun we used to have playing with friends. The knife-edge moments in a particularly brutal game of Candy Land. The ruthless risks we'd make in order to control the board, build the hotels and ultimately bankrupt everyone in a kill-or-be-killed game of Monopoly. Somewhere along the line the games were relegated to cupboards in parents' houses and then simply disappeared into the wilderness of long-forgotten childhood, mysteriously lost memorabilia.
However, the fun we had playing board games shouldn't be pushed away into a drawer just because we're a bit 'longer in the tooth'. Today, adult board boards are far more than a grown-up game of Risk or a accusatory round of Clue. The following 9 adult games aren't just fun ways to pass the time with a group of friends, they're memory makers. Instead of putting on a movie or sitting back with a beer and retelling last night's footie play, get out one of these games and make your time with those you love (and hate) really count.
Who Can Do It
Who Can Do It is a game that will make you laugh, scream, and cringe. It’s a game that will test your skills, your courage, and your sense of humor. It’s a game that will make you do things you never thought you would do, at least no to in front of people you know. It’s a game that will make you ask yourself: Who can do it? And more to the point, which of my friends has the balls to do it?
This adult-themed party game challenges you and your friends to do hilarious, outrageous and cringe-inducing tasks. Whether it’s swearing in a foreign language, taking the worst selfie, or pretending to ride a mechanical bull, you’ll have to compete against each other to see who can do it first or best. It's a simple fun game that doesn't require much thought and there are few rules to follow, unless that is you make up your own rules and forfeits.
The game is designed for 3 or more players, though it isn't a game you'd want to play in front of children. The challenges range from easy to hard, from silly to embarrassing, from creative to physical. Some examples are:
- Fake a male orgasm - best one wins
- Name an iconic duo - most iconic wins
- Give me a compelling reason to date you
- Touch your face with your foot - first one wins
One player picks a card and reads it aloud. They are now the judge. Everyone else does what the card says, and the judge decides who did it the best and wins the round. The first player to win 7 rounds wins the game. You can also play with your own rules, such as setting a time limit, using teams, or adding penalties for losers.
Drawing Without Dignity
Drawing Without Dignity follows a straightforward and easy-to-understand gameplay structure. In each round, a designated "drawer" picks a topic card and sketches it on a small whiteboard while other players try to guess what is being drawn. However, the game's twist lies in its deliberately crude and outrageous topic cards. From explicit pop culture references to politically incorrect scenarios, the game continually pushes the boundaries of appropriateness.
What sets Drawing Without Dignity apart from other similar games is the "Offensive" and "Party" cards. The Offensive cards add a layer of shock value, while the Party cards offer unique challenges like having to draw with your non-dominant hand or using your eyes closed. The humor ranges from clever innuendos to raunchy puns, catering to different tastes in adult comedy. However, it's worth bearing in mind that if someone in your group has a more delicate nature and doesn't appreciate offensive innuendos, then they'll probably not appreciate a game night with Drawing Without Dignity.
In each round, a designated "drawer" picks a topic card and sketches it on a small whiteboard while other players try to guess what is being drawn. The game offers nearly unlimited options due to its vast number of topic cards. With over 360 cards, you'll never run out of ideas or have a repetitive sessions. Additionally, there's the option for users to create their own cards, especially targeted to increase a friend's discomfort factor.
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The Voting Game
The premise of The Voting Game is extremely simple, yet extremely effective. is best played with a group of 4 to 10 players, making it a perfect fit for parties or game nights. The objective is straightforward: players take turns being the "Voter" and using anonymous voting cards to select the player they think best matches the prompt given. The chosen player then attempts to guess who voted for them. You'll quickly find out that your friends don't always see you in the same light you see yourself.
Each round consists of one player reading a prompt card, such as "Who would be the most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse?" or "Who would secretly be the best dancer?". The Voter then secretly selects the player they believe is the best fit for the prompt. The anonymity of the voting process allows players to express their opinions freely, without fear of judgment. However, don't trust in anonymity too much as if someone feels they've been miscast, heated discussions will most likely follow.
With its diverse range of prompts and the ability to customize the game, what happens in The Voting Game is all in the hands of the people who are playing it. You can make it scandalous, serious, silly or experimental, it's up to you. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or hosting a lively party, there''ll never be a pause in the conversation if The Voting Game is on the table.
The Ultimate Monopoly Game
Since 1935 Monopoly has ruled the roost as the all-time favorite board game. Coming up to a century later and it's still a must-have for lovers (or even haters) of board games. Times have changed, but the premise of the game is still the same. The only difference is that now, Monopoly has entered the digital era and no longer can the banker cheat squirrelling away the dollars while other players aren't looking. (And don't pretend you've never done that!)
One of the upgraded features of Monopoly Ultimate Banking is the introduction of electronic banking. Instead of handling physical cash, you use an electronic banking unit to manage your finances. This means you don't have to count and distribute manually, something that can be rather a downer after a few too many drinks. More importantly, it makes the game-play shorter. Something all of us would agree is a good thing.
Another new feature in the Ultimate Banking game of Monopoly is that of fluctuating property values. Instead of set prices, the electronic banking unit automatically adjusts property values based on play. This adds an element of strategic thinking into each transaction, as you then have to carefully consider the current worth of properties you want to acquire or trade. If there weren't enough reasons to argue while playing the original game, this version heats up the action and guarantees at some point, shouting will ensue.
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Trivia Crack
You think you know a lot of useless information? Well Trivia Crack will pit you against your friends to find out who is the master of mindless knowledge. It started off as a mobile app and now has enter the real world in the form of a board game which provides a wealth of education that isn't just interesting but will make you the king of 'how do you know that?' at any get together. And, it'll also show you what subjects your friends are secretly into.
Not all crack addictions are bad. Once you get your first hit of Trivia Crack, you'll quickly find yourself wanting more and more. And in this care, more means more knowledge and more fun. Players take turns spinning the wheel, which determines the category of the question they must answer. The categories include History, Art, Science, Entertainment, Sports, and Geography. The inclusion of over 600 questions in the Trivia Crack Board Game ensures that no two games are the same.
There's also an element of luck involved with the board offering various power-up advantages that will give you a leg-up in the knowledge stakes or put your friends on the spot. You can also choose and adjust the difficulty of questions, 'cause not everyone is as bright as you may think you are.
Taboo
In Taboo, friend groups compete against each other to guess as many words as possible within a limited time frame. However, here comes the twist - there are certain "taboo" words that players cannot use while describing the target word. Each round, a clue-giver attempts to convey the given word without using any obvious terms listed on the corresponding card. Sounds easy? Give it a go and you'll soon see how hard it is to keep the 'taboo' words out of your mouth.
Taboo's straightforward rules and accessible gameplay make it easy for anyone to grasp, regardless of their gaming experience. It's a particularly good game if you want to destroy those friends who have a tendency to speak before they think. They'll soon find themselves on the losing side much to the glee of their opponents. The pressure of the count-down clock adds a level of duress which means people start coming up with words that show just how their mind really works.
The game features over 500 word cards, each featuring a main word along with five related taboo terms that must be avoided when explaining it. For example if the word is apple you can't use fruit / green/ cider / pie and core. And that's just an example of a 'family friendly' word. While there are no naughty words in the pack, depending on who's playing, the game can bring up some of the worst word connotations that come to some people's minds.
CodeNames
The beauty of CodeNames lies in its simplicity. Armed with a grid of word cards, each displaying various codenames, players are tasked with guessing which words correspond to their team's agents. Sounds straightforward, right? Well, there's a catch! The spymasters need to provide one-word clues and a number, hoping to lead their operatives to the correct codenames without triggering any potential minefields.
The path to victory though is riddled with obstacles. The wrong guess could lead your team straight into enemy hands or, even worse, the deadly assassin lurking within the shadows. As the timer ticks away, the pressure mounts, and your brain starts to work in mysterious ways. You'll find yourself making connections between seemingly unrelated words, questioning the very fabric of language itself. The thrill of uncovering hidden meanings and witnessing the "eureka" moments is unbelievably satisfying.
And let's not forget the joyous chaos that ensues when interpretations go awry. Picture players frantically debating whether "banana" could possibly be linked to "superhero" or mistakenly associating "unicorn" with "toothpaste." These offbeat moments of confusion won't be forgotten and will be brought up again and again, normally at the most inopportune moment.
Cacamanie
If your sense of humor could be described as a poop-filled piñata of potty-mouth jokes, then Cacamanie is a game you'll excel at. Cacamanie, aptly named, takes bathroom humor to a whole new level. From the moment you open the box and see the cartoonish illustrations of winking piles of steaming turds, you know you're in for a wild ride. But don't let the scatological theme fool you; this game is a true masterpiece of absurdity.
The objective of Cacamanie is simple: be the first player to collect five different types of poop cards. Yes, you read that right – you're competing to collect poop. Who said board games couldn't be classy? Players take turns rolling the Poop Dice, which determine their next move on the board. Each space presents its own unique challenge or opportunity, ranging from navigating through a maze of fart sounds to participating in a rapid-fire poop trivia round.
But perhaps the highlight of Cacamanie is the showdown over poop card trading. Negotiations get intense as players haggle, bargain, and sometimes even resort to bribery to complete their poop collections. It's a frenzy of wheeling and dealing, all in the pursuit of that elusive Golden Turd card, which is arguably the most sought-after treasure in the game.
Serial Killer
The premise of the Serial Killer game is simple: everyone take on the roles of notorious serial killers, competing to see who can rack up the most victims in a certain amount of time. It's like a demented version of Clue, with each player trying to outmaneuver the others to claim their next victim. If you've ever though you could one-up Dahmer or Bundy, now's your chance.
The board is laid out like a map of a city, complete with different neighborhoods and landmarks. Players take turns rolling dice and moving their game pieces around the board, trying to position themselves near potential victims. The catch? You don't know the exact location of your targets – you have to use a combination of logic and sheer luck to track them down.
Once you've successfully located a victim, things get even more interesting. Players draw cards that describe the method of murder they'll use, ranging from mundane options like strangulation to more creative choices like placing a scorpion in the victim's bed. And let me tell you, the descriptions on these cards are not for the faint of heart. There's something undeniably satisfying about describing the gory details of your latest kill, or high-fiving your friends when you successfully pull off a tricky murder.
Conclusion
The best game all depends on who's playing and what mood you're all in. Are children present? Have you been drinking copious amounts? Has grandma turned up her hearing aid and is joining in? And are there any super-competitive friends who you know will take even the stupidest game as a battle for world domination?
One of my favorite go-to's to get out the games cupboard is Who Can Do It. It's a fun way to put your nearest and dearest on the spot and let you sit back and watch them squirm.
