Hang up your stockings and deck the halls, because Christmas is almost upon us. That means it’s time to crack out the party games to entertain your friends and family.
Who needs a roaring fire to gather around when you have great titles like this to play? We’ve asked around here at Overclockers UK to find some fantastic party games that everyone can enjoy, as well as the gaming PCs to play them on. Don’t panic – no simulated Monopoly to be found here!
Among Us
This pick is anything but suss. If you’ve been living under a space rock or just need a concise way to explain the premise to your uncle whose last interstellar title was Asteroids, here’s the elevator pitch. You take on the role of an adorable and highly marketable cartoon astronaut who is either a Crewmate or an Imposter. Crewmates must complete tasks to repair the ship and identify who among them (get it) are Imposters. Imposters must kill off Crewmates without being suspected, lest they get voted out by the crew and ejected into space.
Of course, 96% of you already knew that. Among Us is one of the biggest games going and a perfect party title. The accessible gameplay is just a gateway to the delightful social deduction that follows. Snappy rounds mean everyone gets their turn to play Imposter and give you a legitimate reason to fall out this Christmas. But did you know it has crossplay support?
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel i3-4330 | Intel i3-4330 |
| Memory | 1GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4600 | NVIDIA GTX 650 |
Refract Gaming Crimson
Part of our range of pre-built Refract Gaming PCs, the Crimson is perfect for entry level-gamers. It has been designed as a plug-in and play system ideal for Among Us, Project Winter, and many more titles. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8700G APU with RX Vega Graphics, it’s great for the party mayhem Among Us promises. Plus, like all of our Refract Gaming PCs, the Crimson comes with three-years parts and labour warranty included as standard.
The Jackbox Party Pack 9
The ninth entry in this annually releasing party game collection is just as much fun as the eight that preceded it. The Jackbox Party Pack collection receives a new iteration every year, adding more games for you to enjoy with friends and family.
What makes this series especially accessible is you only need one gaming PC to play – everyone else can join in using just their smartphone or tablet! With no app to download, these eclectic collections are easy to bust out at any party. From deadly quizzes to woeful drawing games, there’s plenty of entertainment for you to unpack.
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7+ | Windows 8.1+ |
| Processor | 2.66 GHz Core 2 Duo or greater | 2.33 GHz Quad Core or greater |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce 500+ Radeon 5000+ or greater | GeForce 600+ Radeon 6000+ |
| Network | Broadband internet connection | Broadband internet connection |
| Storage | 3GB available space | 3GB available space |
OcUK Gaming Mach 1 Pre-built PC
The OcUK Gaming Mach 1 is a great option if you’re shopping for an entry-level to mainstream system. The Mach 1 has been built using a pure gaming performance approach that means no compromises are needed on quality. With its AMD Ryzen 5 5600 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 graphics card, this system offers outstanding performance at this highly affordable price point. It excels at 1080p gameplay, even with popular esports titles you might be excited to play.
Overcooked: All You Can Eat
Because cooking a Christmas dinner isn’t stressful enough, try this helping of multiplayer mayhem on for size! Overcooked: All You Can Eat is a compilation of both Overcooked and Overcooked 2 – the ultimate two for one! It’s a frantic, fast-paced, chaotic cooking game that sees you thrust into zany kitchens atop icebergs and on the back of lorries. There you must collaborate with your fellow chefs to prepare meals from raw ingredients under a time limit and get them served.
Your fellow chefs are whomever you happen to be sharing your sofa with. Overcooked supports local co-op for up to four players, so that means you and dad can rope in even more of the family for the fun. It’s a mechanically simple game, with the key to success lies in your collective ability to communicate and plan. Which is obviously super easy for any family, right? Right?!
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 AMD Phenom II X3 720 | Intel Core i5-2300 AMD FX-4300 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 6GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 AMD Radeon HD 5750 | GeForce GTX 660 Radeon HD 7870 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 8GB available space | 10GB available space |
Refract Gaming Jade
Plug in and start playing with, the Refract Gaming Jade, a perfect PC for the Christmas weekend. The Jade comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and 32GB DDR5 RAM to keep it running efficiently. With its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti graphics card, the Refract Jade can unlock the potential and power of Ada Lovelace architecture. Plus, all Refract Gaming PCs come with three years parts and labour warranty as well as next-day delivery, so you won’t have to wait long for your new system!
Goonya Monster
To round out our picks, we have Goonya Monster, a cutesy shooter that promises fast-paced and frantic fun for friends and family, alike. This game is designed for four players at a time, but don’t be afraid to get it out for bigger groups – because everyone can have a turn when matches are only three minutes long!
That’s right, these games really do move at a lightning pace! On one side you will have three Busters, using a wide array of weaponry to eliminate Undead enemies and take the victory. On the other side, there is just one player as the Monster! Annihilate the Busters or simply survive the time limit to claim victory, then do it all again and again.
| Component | Minimum Specs |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 or AMD equivalent |
| Memory | 4GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 660 AMD Radeon HD 7950 |
| Storage | 2GB available space |
OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow
The OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow has everything you need to bring your gaming to the next level. It features a powerful AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU that lets you take advantage of multicore technology. Built with six cores and twelve threads, it’s like your games are being powered by a speed boost item! With its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card, you can unlock superior graphical prowess and enjoy this game in stunning detail. Plus, as a Powered by ASUS PC, you can rest assured that this gaming PC is equipped with high-performance gaming hardware.
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What Games Are You Playing Over Christmas?
So, what party games will you be getting out to entertain your friends and family over Christmas? What are some of the big games you’re looking forward to playing or getting off of your wishlist? Let us know in the comments below.
*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Jacob Smith
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Jacob is a passionate gamer, plus a noted Pokemon and LEGO nutjob, who emerges only when doing the words here at Overclockers UK. Since starting at the tail end of 2021, Jacob has gone on to write dozens of blogs on everything from the latest games to whimsical Dickens-inspired poetry. Outside of creating content and being the one person in the office daring to champion Nintendo, he is often found fawning over his Pokemon card collection and his trio of lovely doggos.
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