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In the first couple of weeks of social distancing, I didnt even think about Zoom games.
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Im very happy to say that one good thing (the only good thing?
Maybe) about 2020 is that there are a lot of ways to play games online.
When it comes to apps, you have a lot of options.
Zoom is also pretty easy to use and get people (including parents) set up on.
For Skype youll need to download the software and set up an account.
Here are some gaming options for you:
1.
There are few different ways to play online.
First, theres anonline version.
Move to the next round by clicking restart.
If you or someone in your group has the physical game, you could go the lower-tech route.
The host will gohereand share their screen with the group.
(Everyone will need a pen and paper to record their answers.)
From there, hit the timer and start playing!
Also: The Party Packs are ondeep salefor just about every platform right now.
The host will share their screen and, once everyone is ready, start the game.
Step-by-step video instructions are availablehere.
Codenames
This gamewhich can be played with four to eight playersis one of my favorite party games.
The host goeshereand creates the session and then shares that link with participants.
Once you download the app and create an account, starting games is easy and quick.
To get started:Download the app and sign up for a (free) account.
From there you’re free to find or invite friends.
For this game jam, game designers create games specifically to be played over Zoom while weresocial distancing.
Check back often, because designers are submitting games all the time.
You will need a computer and the willingness to familiarize yourself with the system.
Once that person feels comfortable with it, they can host whatever game theyd like.
TTS comes with a bunch of games included, and you buy additional ones.
