Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. What better time to crack out some party games?
From the chaotic to the suspicious, at Overclockers UK we love great party games. They bring everyone together for some fun and laughter. And you still get to spend your weekend doing what you love best, gaming. We’ve rounded up a fab selection of party games that are sure to get the party vibes going.
Not in the party mood? We’ve got eleven other weekend multiplayer gaming articles for your inspiration, across a spicy mix of genres.
The Jackbox Party Starter Pack
It’s not a party until someone boots up Jackbox. The Jackbox Party Starter Pack offers three fan favourite games, without having to dig through all Jackboxes 1 to 10 to find them! Put your wits to the test with Quiplash 3, where you provide silly, whimsical answers to a prompt and then vote on the funniest. Call your artistic ability into question in Tee K.O., a hilarious t-shirt design contest. Or, add some peril to your trivia night with Murder Party 2!
Jackbox is designed to be played multiplayer, with only the host party needing the game and a computer. Even better, it can be played remotely over video call – perfect for catching up with long distance friends and family. All the other players just need a phone or tablet and the code to your private Jackbox room. Then the fun can begin!
The Jackbox Party Starter Pack Official Specifications
Is your gaming PC quippy and up to the task, or will it fall victim to murderous trivia?
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7+ 64-bit | Windows 8.1+ 64-bit |
| Processor | 2.66GHz Core 2 Duo | 2.33GHz Quad Core |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 500+ AMD Radeon 5000+ | NVIDIA GeForce 600+ AMD Radeon 6000+ |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Refract Gaming Amber Pre-Built PC
The Refract Gaming Amber is the perfect pre-built PC for all your Jackbox Party (and other gaming!) needs. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU and 16GB DDR5 RAM, this gaming PC can swiftly and efficiently handle all your multitasking needs. Zoom, Steam, streaming, and the Jackbox hosting duties? All a cinch for the Amber! Plus, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, your favourite games will be rendered in photorealistic quality with AI-enhanced software.
Better yet, the Refract Amber is pre-built, fully tested, and ready to ship with next day delivery (stock allowing). On top of that, it comes with our three years parts and labour warranty, for that extra peace of mind. Sadly, death by trivia is not covered.
ASUS TUF Gaming H3 7.1 Gaming Headset
If you are playing Jackbox remotely, then a gaming headset is a must. The ASUS TUF Gaming H3 features 50mm ASUS Essence drivers and an airtight chamber design, to deliver immersive audio for every gaming session. Plus, the plush ear cups have fast-cooling cushions to keep you comfortable throughout. Even if your Jackbox party goes into the small hours of the night, you will stay cool and comfy. Can’t do anything for your sides splitting, though!
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Perhaps you like to bring a little nostalgia to the party. With Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, you can enjoy high-octane combat with all your childhood faves. Conduct battle on an exciting collection of familiar arenas from the shows, with an astounding range of Nickelodeon characters to choose from. You’ll be hard-pressed to pick a champion, as you can play as Reptar, Patrick Star, Aang, Jimmy Neutron, and honestly the list goes on! Each character even has their own set of super-charged powers, just to make your decision all the more difficult!
You can perfect your battle skills in a single-player campaign, but we’re all about the multiplayer mayhem here. Brawl with friends via an online PvP mode or even with shared/split screen. From Jellyfish Fields to the TMNT sewers, pit cartoon icons against each other and see who comes out on top!
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Official Specifications
Is your gaming PC ready to take on childhood faves, or is its spec stuck in the 90s?
| Component | Minimum Specs |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4430 AMD FX-6300 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 2GB AMD Radeon R7 370 2GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 15GB available space |
MSI Pulse 15 Gaming Laptop
Battle on the go, with the MSI Pulse 15. This gaming laptop is packed with everything you need for fast-paced, portable gaming. The Intel i7-13700H is equipped with hybrid core architecture and Intel Thread Director, ensuring your workflow is optimised by making sure the right P- and E-cores are assigned to the job! Bringing your games to life in vibrant colour, this laptop utilises an NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU with a QHD 165Hz screen. Enjoy buttery smooth frame rates and every detail in crisp definition.
To keep your cool in the heat of battle, the MSI Pulse 15 features Cooler Boost 5 technology. This thermal solution has been optimised to efficiently draw heat away from the vital components, with up to five heat pipes and then two fans to exhaust. The internal diameter of the heat pipes has been enlarged, ensuring maximum performance even under extreme gaming. Cooler than Korra water-bending at the North Pole.
You might have noticed a pattern with our multiplayer habits. We love a good brawler and with so many great games out there, it’s no wonder we keep revisiting the topic!
Goose Goose Duck
Move over Duck, Duck, Goose – there’s a new playground favourite! Goose Goose Duck builds on the premise established with the social deduction classic, Among Us, just with more ducks. There are several game modes to choose from, each with varied, yet bird-themed gameplay. Play in the Classic Mode, where you are a goose trying to complete your tasks and find the duck amongst you (or vice versa, where you are the sabotaging duck trying to commit murder most fowl). Perhaps add a deadly layer of gameplay in Corruption Mode. Or protect your chicken at all costs, in Tastes Like Chicken. There’s a game for birds of every feather.
Goose Gose Duck is all about multiplayer gameplay, with online and crossplay support built into its very coding. Games can host between five and sixteen players – so you’re covered even if all the cousins show up! You can create private or public lobbies, and there is even a dedicated Hanging Out mode with claw machines. Plus, the built-in voice chat features Proximity Chat so you can have sneaky (and sus!) conversations with your fellow geese or ducks.
Goose Goose Duck Official Specifications
Is your gaming PC ready to fight for the geese, or is it a malicious mallard?
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4HGz | Intel Core i5 2.8GHz |
| Memory | 2GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Graphics | Integrated Graphics | NVIDIA 600 Series GPU |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 400MB available space | 400MB available space |
| Additional Notes | Proximity Chat Req 10Mbps Up/Down | Proximity Chat Req 10Mbps Up/Down |
OcuK Gaming Radiance Ember Powered by ASUS PC
Whether you are the golden goose or sabotaging duck, you deserve powerful gameplay. The OcUK Gaming Radiance Ember is a Powered by ASUS gaming PC, meaning from case to cables it has been optimised with ASUS hardware. Pair that with the powerhouse technology from Intel Core 13th Gen and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series, and you can enjoy seamless gaming, streaming, and content creation. No laggy performance will ruffle your feathers here.
Better yet, this is one of our configurable gaming PCs. Choose from a pre-selected list of hardware to tailor the specification to meet your exact needs. (There’s a joke about getting your ducks in order in here somewhere.) Customise the cables, graphics card, operating system, and add up to three high-speed SSDs. Please note that any changes will affect the pricing.
More a fan of the original Among Us gameplay? We won’t judge you (too much). In fact, we have another list of great party games just waiting to inspire your party itinerary.
Super Crazy Rhythm Castle
I’m sure we can all agree, it’s not a party without music. Whilst your favourite gaming jams might not make the playlist, Super Crazy Rhythm Castle should. If the name wasn’t a massive giveaway, this is a chaotic rhythm adventure that takes place in a castle. With groups of up to four, you need to musically manage your way through complex, 3D levels and mini-games to conquer the castle. Plus, it is packed with amazing music, from pop to flamenco, by a variety of incredible artists.
Multiplayer can be conducted online or local, with either split or shared screen. There is even full controller support for those in your friend group who prefer that. Play to your strengths, you can game with a three- or four-button mode, or even hop out to focus on the puzzles whilst your teammates dominate the dancefloor.
Super Crazy Rhythm Castle Official Specifications
Is your gaming PC a musical prodigy, or a little bit tone-deaf?
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Dual-core Intel 2.8GHz Dual-core AMD 2.8GHz | Quad-core Intel 2.8GHz Quad-core AMD 2.8GHz |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 6GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA Geforce GTX 480 AMD Radeon RX 560 | NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1650 AMD Radeon RX 570 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 12GB available space | 12GB available space |
OcUK Gaming Bayonet Configurable PC
Stay on beat with the OcUK Gaming Bayonet. This gaming PC has been engineered for fast-paced gaming and will make light work of the musical patterns. As your instrument of choice, this gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU with Zen 4 architecture that is primed to efficiently handle all your gaming workloads. Plus, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU will expertly render Super Crazy Rhythm Castle and all your musical faves in stunning, photo realistic quality.
The OcUK Gaming Bayonet is another of our configurable gaming PCs, so you can tune this instrument to your exact key. Customise the PC case, processor, memory, graphics card, operating system, and select up to three ultra-fast SSDs. You’ll be perfecting those face melting solos in no time! Please note that any customisations will affect the price.
Corsair VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless Gaming Headset
Naturally, we can’t suggest a rhythm game without a gaming headset to go with it. It is literally all about the music. The Corsair VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless Gaming Headset is the perfect partner in your musical adventures. Equipped with 7.1 surround sound and precision-tuned 50mm high-density neodymium drivers, you can enjoy immersive, flawless audio every time. Pick out every bass and high note with exceptional clarity. Plus, the premium memory foam ear pads will conform to your shape, ensuring comfort throughout your gaming sessions.
Party Animals
More games need cuddly animals and unwieldly physics. Party Animals has both in spades. This game promises good, chaotic fun, as you fight with friends. Using an adorable selection of fuzzy animals for your avatar, no less. Work together, sabotage each other, get into fights over giant gummy bears. What more does a party need? (Snacks, the answer is always snacks.)
Party Animals can be played PvP or co-op, split or shared screen, and even played across platforms! Party on, people!
Party Animals Official Specifications
Is your gaming PC cute and fuzzy, or too chaotic to manage?
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 11 / 10 64-bit | Windows 11 / 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 AMD equivalent | Intel Core i5 7500K AMD equivalent |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 750-Ti AMD RX 550 | NVIDIA GTX 1060 AMD RX 580 Intel Arc A380 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 8GB available space | 8GB available space |
OcUK Gaming Dagger Configurable PC
Bring an OcUK Gaming Dagger to an animal party. This gaming PC is equipped with your choice of Intel Core 10th or 11th Gen processors and NVIDIA RTX 30 or 40 Series GPUs. This hardware can expertly handle your gaming, workflow, and creative tasks, whilst being at an accessible price point. Plus, you can configure the memory and storage solutions, too, to meet your exact specifications. Craft the ultimate gaming PC for your needs!
Can’t get enough of cute critters? Why not check out Fae Farm? This magical farming sim has all the adorable animals you need, and extensive support for multiplayer, too.
Be Excellent To Each Other, And Party On Dudes
Time to declare this party in the “on” position? Drop your favourite party games in the comments below!
PC specs are subject to change.
- 11 min read
Emily Haylock
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Emily is a board and cosy gamer, keyboard obsessive, and content copywriter for Overclockers UK. She has been with Overclockers UK since 2020, writing about everything from noblechairs to 8Pack PCs. She writes from within her desk nest with a foster pup at her feet. (What, a desk duvet is a totally normal thing!) In her downtime, she likes to play board games, farming sims, and old-school Final Fantasy. IX to be specific. It is the best, and that is a hill she will die on.
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