Let’s cut the fluff: half of the fun in gaming comes from yelling at your friends.
You know what I mean — the late-night Discord calls, the ridiculous 1v3 clutches, the “dude, what are you even doing?” moments. Multiplayer games aren’t just about winning; they’re about stories, chaos, and laughing at your friend who just fell off the map… again.
If you’re stuck wondering what to play next with your squad, here are 10 games that won’t waste your time — games that are actually fun, addictive, and maybe just a little bit friendship-destroying (in the best way).
1. Among Us
Genre: Social deduction | Platforms: PC, Mobile, Console
Yes, I know. Among Us had its “viral moment” back in 2020. But guess what? It’s still one of the most fun games to play with friends — especially when nobody trusts each other.
If you’ve ever seen someone defend themselves way too hard just because they “were doing tasks in Electrical,” you know how entertaining this game can get. Add voice chat, a little deception, and the chaos of 10 people shouting at once — you’ve got a perfect night.
Pro tip: The more you accuse, the more suspicious you sound. Trust no one. Not even your best friend.
2. Valorant
Genre: Tactical Shooter | Platform: PC
Valorant isn’t for the weak-hearted. It’s not just about shooting; it’s about strategy, teamwork, and who can blame their teammates the fastest when they die.
When it clicks — like when your squad holds down a site perfectly or someone pulls off an ace — it’s unforgettable. But it’s also filled with moments where someone forgets the spike or flashes the entire team by mistake.
This game will either make your friendships stronger or leave your group chat suspiciously quiet after a bad match.
3. Ludo King
Genre: Board Game | Platforms: Mobile, Web
Don’t laugh. This game has ruined more relationships than Uno.
Ludo King feels like a casual way to spend time… until someone kills your piece one step from home. Suddenly, it’s personal. The betrayals feel real. Your mom’s yelling, your cousin’s threatening to leave the game, and you’re sweating over a dice roll.
It’s simple, it’s free, and it’s perfect for family game nights or long-distance besties looking to argue over something that doesn’t matter at all.
4. Rocket League
Genre: Sports/Arcade | Platforms: PC, Console
Imagine football, but the players are rocket-powered cars that can fly off walls and explode each other.
That’s Rocket League. It sounds dumb — and it kind of is — but it’s the most addictive kind of dumb. You don’t even have to be good to have fun. In fact, the chaos of everyone missing the ball is half the experience.
Play it with 2–3 friends, form a team, and start yelling every time someone whiffs an open goal (it’ll be often).
5. Fall Guys / Stumble Guys
Genre: Party Game | Platforms: PC, Console, Mobile
Remember those game shows with ridiculous obstacle courses? That’s exactly what this is — but with 60 clumsy jellybean characters bumping into each other and falling off platforms.
It’s fast, dumb, and hilarious. You’ll rage. You’ll laugh. You’ll scream when someone body-blocks you right before the finish line. And then you’ll immediately queue up for another round.
Bonus: It’s free on most platforms and super beginner-friendly.
6. BombSquad
Genre: Party Action | Platforms: Mobile, PC
This game is criminally underrated.
BombSquad is pure chaos in the best way. You and your friends get dropped into an arena where you punch, throw bombs, and try not to fall off cliffs. That’s it. That’s the game. But somehow, it’s endlessly fun.
If you’ve got a local group or want something lightweight for online play, this one’s a banger. Don’t be surprised if you’re still playing it two hours later and everyone’s yelling over who betrayed whom.
7. Minecraft
Genre: Sandbox | Platforms: Literally Everything
There’s no wrong way to play Minecraft. Survive the night, build a mega-mansion, explore caves, or just hang out and annoy each other. It’s a blank canvas — and you paint whatever chaos you want.
Some of my best gaming memories were just me and my friends farming cows, getting lost underground, or fighting over who gets the best room in our pixelated house.
This game’s been around for over a decade, and it still slaps.
8. Skribbl.io / Gartic Phone
Genre: Drawing Party Game | Platforms: Browser
No downloads. No accounts. Just you, your friends, and the worst drawings imaginable.
Skribbl.io is basically Pictionary — except none of you can draw. Gartic Phone takes it further with a telephone-style twist: one person writes a phrase, the next draws it, the next guesses what it is, and so on. The results? Absolutely cursed and laugh-out-loud funny.
Perfect for calls, chill nights, or when everyone’s too tired to “game” but still wants to hang out.
9. Brawlhalla / Stick Fight
Genre: Fighting | Platforms: PC, Console, Mobile
Sometimes you just want to beat up your friends — in-game, of course. Brawlhalla is like a free version of Smash Bros, with tons of characters and fast-paced combat. Stick Fight is more chaotic, with wacky physics and hilarious deaths.
No deep strategy here. Just button mashing, trash talk, and trying to survive while someone throws the map at you.
10. Call of Duty: Mobile / Warzone Mobile
Genre: FPS | Platform: Mobile
Think mobile games can’t be intense? COD Mobile says hi.
You can squad up for 5v5 multiplayer or battle royale, and the best part? You can literally play it anywhere. Just throw on some headphones and you’re in the war zone (literally).
Whether you’re grinding ranked or just playing a few rounds on your break, it’s a great way to keep that competitive edge without needing a full setup.
Bonus (If Your Friends Are IRL):
If you’re lucky enough to be in the same room with your friends (rare these days), try:
- Overcooked 2 – A kitchen simulator that turns into a shouting match.
- It Takes Two – A two-player adventure game that’s both wholesome and frustrating.
- FIFA / Tekken / Mortal Kombat – Settle scores the old-fashioned way.
So… What’s the “Best” Game?
Honestly? It depends on your vibe.
Want chaos and laughs? Try Fall Guys or Skribbl.
Feeling competitive? Go for Valorant or Rocket League.
Just want to chill? Minecraft’s your best friend.
Need revenge for something they said last week? Ludo King. Every time.
The best multiplayer game isn’t just about gameplay — it’s about the moments you create. The random jokes, the inside memes, the “remember when you fell off the map” stories.
So pick a game, hit up the group chat, and let the chaos begin.