Whether it's a big party with friends and family or a small celebration with best friends, lover or partner, games help get people mixing and talking to each other.
Board game parties are popular and you can have a selection of games so if there are a lot of people, they can choose their group and game.
You can also make one game the theme of the party – eg play Cluedo and everyone has to dress as Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum etc.
For day time parties, garden parties and family gatherings, having some physical games will get people mixing and use up youthful energy in a positive way.
Check out these shops for new games to buy…
Cool Things is all about the latest gadgets and gizmos to make you say “That's cool!” They are based in Tasmania and deliver Australia-wide. Check out their games and puzzles to play, moodlighting to create the ambiance, geeky t-shirts to wear while you're playing
Yogee Toys: Games & Puzzles for children and adults. Yogee Toys is a Sydney-based online toys store with a huge range of stock from many of the major brands. Orders that are fully paid before 1PM Sydney time are dispatched from their Seven Hills warehouse on the same day.
Yardgames have giant games, chess, croquet and garden games. Great for garden parties, family days, club days and fetes. Options include…
5 Second Rule Tin Game It’s action, action, action with the 5 Second Rule Family Game, this travel version comes complete inside a convenient tin case which makes it easy to take with them on the go. It’s fast-paced action for ages 8+, simply start the timer and name 3 things the card asks for. Some cards are easier than others, and it can be more difficult than it seems, but it’s all about having fun, and beating the timer of course! We love games for families, because it’s all about taking time out of a busy life to share laughs and bond together, so if you’re looking for a family gift, then games are always high on our recommended list of gifts to buy for kids and adults alike. from Gifts Australia
Ridley's No Llamas Card Game Ridley's No Llamas Card Game. Ridley's. Ridley's No Llamas Card Game is all about taming mischievous llamas on the loose! Be the first player to collect three llama tokens by conquering three rounds to win this fast-based card game. There are multiple ways to win, but the aim of the game is to be the first player to discard all of your cards! from Coolthings.com.au
Selfish the Card Game Space Edition Selfish the Card Game Space Edition. Ridley's. This Selfish the Card Game Space Edition may reveal just how far you and your friends will actually go to save yourselves under pressure. In this unique game you must battle against wormholes, asteroid fields, laser blasts and most dangerous of all, each other, to win from Coolthings.com.au
80s and 90s Trivia Game 80s and 90s Trivia Game. SimplyCool. Your 80's and 90's Trivia Game consists of two decks of cards with various questions broken down into categories. It's very easy to play, so dust off your trivia hat and kick start your memory as you separate the true trivia masters from the rest! from Coolthings.com.au
Ridleys Avocado Smash Game Ridleys Avocado Smash Game. Ridley's. Ridley's Avocado Smash Game is a fast-paced family card game where the first player to get rid of all their cards is the winner! Sound simple enough? The fast-paced nature of the game means its not as straight forward as it seems. Plus. there's a catch or two… from Coolthings.com.au
Ridleys Ding It Ridleys Ding It. Ridley's. Ding the bell and steal your opponent's card, it's the fast-paced question game where you can't say yes or no! As a contestant in the Ridleys Ding It game, you must answer ten quick-fire questions without hesitation to win the question card. from Coolthings.com.au
Friends Trivial Pursuit Friends Trivial Pursuit. SimplyCool. Gather your friends together to test how well you really know the Friends TV cast in this bite-sized game of Friends Trivial Pursuit! It's the same fun-filled gameplay you know and love, only with a Friends twist! Tackle 600 challenging questions based on all of your favourite Friends moments. from Coolthings.com.au