Video calls can be more fun with games. These browser games work perfectly during Zoom, Google Meet, or FaceTime calls. Everyone plays from their own device.
1. Subway Surfers High Score Challenge
Everyone plays one run of Subway Surfers simultaneously. Compare scores after 3 minutes. Best score wins. Perfect for groups of any size.
2. Temple Run 2 Tournament
Round-robin style. Each person plays Temple Run 2 and their distance is recorded. Bracket-style elimination. The farthest runner wins bragging rights.
3. Murder Mystery Party
Everyone plays Murder online independently. First person to solve the case wins. Discuss your deductions after everyone finishes.
4. Drive Mad Showdown
Play Drive Mad and compare completion times. Best time on each track gets points.
Making It Work
Screen share for non-players to watch. Use a timer for fair play. Award silly prizes (custom video call backgrounds) to winners. Video call gaming is surprisingly fun and social.
Game Recommendations for Large Groups
Different games work better for different group sizes. For groups of 2-4 people, head-to-head competitions in Subway Surfers or Drive Mad work perfectly. For groups of 5-10 people, tournament formats with brackets keep everyone engaged. A Subway Surfers tournament with 8 players takes about 20 minutes and guarantees high energy with natural breaks between rounds. For groups larger than 10, consider dividing into teams with team captains who compete while teammates cheer and provide strategic advice. The flexibility of browser games means you can adapt the format to suit any group size or dynamic.