Bored on campus? Nothing to do around town? Students are often frustrated as to what to do at dry college during the dreary, cold months. Playing party, card, and video games is a great way to curb the winter blues while spending time with friends.
The Eagle Eye curated a list of various games that will certainly add some competition and spice to any friend group. But beware, some friendships may be put to the test with the following selection!
THE VOTING GAME
No, this is not a political game so don’t be worried. The Voting Game allows people to figure out the personalities of their closest friends through a hilariously-entertaining, anonymous-based voting system.
All players receive a number card that represents themselves. For each round, the players anonymously vote for the person they best think fits the drawn question card. Question cards range from silly to obscure statements such as “Who would fail an 8th grade math test right now?” and “Who would be the first in line for Hell?” Expansion packs are also available for purchase.
CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY
Cards Against Humanity is the perfect party game even for the most introverted individual. No matter how wild the answers are, it serves as a great bonding activity for anyone with a broad sense of humor. No matter what, don’t forget the most important rule – whatever’s said in the room, stays in the room.
UNO
A good way of adding chaos to an event would be to whip out a deck of Uno cards. After shuffling the deck, each player is given a total of seven cards. There are different types of cards in the deck such as action, number and wild. In order to win one must disregard their entire pile. In terms of success, the more wild cards the better. Keep in mind that this game is notorious for creating enemies and ending friendships.
SPOONS
Grab some plastic utensils and get ready to play spoons. This is an awesome twist on a classic card game. The main difference between the normal card game and this version is where the spoons are placed. Spoons are hidden around a room or in a common area by players that are already out. This style makes the game more entertaining and hilarious for both the players and the observers.
MARIO KART AND MARIO PARTY
For a children’s property, Mario games are near-unbeatable in their attempts to tear families and friends apart. Games can get intense, and long-lasting rivalries will form over the course of the evening. Regardless, at the end of the day, never forget that revenge taken through future victory will always taste sweetest.
The Eagle Eye is the student run newspaper of Lock Haven University.
