Free Family Games
One screen in the middle. Everyone around it. Free · No sign-up · No subscription · Just playRemember when game night meant a battered box from the cupboard, a missing piece or two, and someone who always, always had to win? These games bring that back — just with the board on a screen.
This is screen time that brings people together. The screen sets the challenge, but the fun happens across the table: the guessing, the groaning, the "no way!" and the family arguments about who was actually right.
Play after dinner, on a rainy weekend, at a family get-together, or on a video call with the grandparents. Nobody needs their own device.
The Games
Starting with one favourite. More are on the way.- Board-game classic · All ages Tops A game for the whole family: the host puts up the round, and everyone argues it out. Quick to learn, loud to play, and just as good with four people as fourteen.
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Coming soon More family games
New family games are being made now, inspired by the board games and TV quiz nights you grew up with. Got a family favourite you'd like to see here? Tell us.
How to play as a family
- Pick a host One person reads out and runs the game. Take turns — it's a great job for an older child who loves being in charge.
- Everyone can see Put it on the TV, a laptop at the end of the table, or share it on a video call so family far away can join in.
- Team up the little ones Pair younger players with an adult or big sibling. They'll often have the best answers anyway.
- House rules apply Keep score on the back of an envelope, play for the last biscuit, or don't keep score at all. The host has the final say.
Great for
- Family game night
- Rainy weekends
- School holidays
- Christmas & birthdays
- Grandparents on video call
- Cousins' sleepovers
- Holiday houses
- Screen time that isn't solo
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Shop the koalas →Questions families ask
What ages are the family games for?
Mixed ages. If someone in the room can read the screen out loud, everyone else can play. Younger children can team up with an adult.
Does everyone need a phone or tablet?
No. One screen is enough — a TV, laptop or tablet everyone can see. Phones can stay in a pocket.
Do we need to sign up or pay?
No. There are no accounts, no subscription and no in-app purchases. Just open the game and play.
Can we play with family on a video call?
Yes. One person shares their screen and hosts, so grandparents and cousins can join from anywhere.
Send it to the family
Planning the next get-together? Share the link so everyone's ready to play.
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Get in touch
A family favourite you'd like to see here, a broken link, or a question — send an email and I'll reply.
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