Family game night doesn't have to mean the same three board games on repeat. With Nex Playground + Play Pass, a huge variety of fun (and active!) party games is never more than a click away.
Whether you have one kid to entertain, or the entire extended family is in town, there's a selection of games to match the size of your crew.
Ready to plan your next family game night? Check out these Nex Playground + Play Pass recommendations for groups both big and small.
Some nights need games built for a crowd. These are our best picks for larger families, or for when your living room is fuller than usual: holidays, birthdays, or any night the whole gang shows up.
From bowling and dance-offs to fruit-slicing showdowns, this lineup makes sure everyone gets in on the action.
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Organizing bowling nights is a breeze with Bowling: Strike!.
You don’t need a full trip to the bowling alley to have a good time. Enjoy those spares and strikes at home with Playground.
There's no real-life equipment needed. And you don’t even have to hold the remote to play. Just pick your digital ball, pin, and lane to set the mood, then send those balls down the lane. (Even better, you get to wear your own shoes, or no shoes at all! 🙌)
Bonus hint: you can turn on bumpers during setup so the little ones can still get in on the strikes.
Since bowling is turn-based, you can have up to six players in a game. Simply choose between five or ten frames, then get bowling.
Music always brings people together, and Starri has a catalog full of hits to keep players dancing all night long. Even BTS is joining the fun later this year.
Although it's built for one or two players, Starri is great for large groups. Since each song runs just a few minutes, turns are quick. Plus it’s surprisingly fun to watch people play.
Swap out after every song to give everyone in your group a chance to slash (and for players to catch their breath). You can also track and tally up your scores for extra competitive fun.
Keep the (dance) party going with Zumba Fitness Party!
New to Zumba? The game teaches the moves as you go, with real-time feedback to help you find the beat, plus the option to replay favorite tracks until you've got them down.
Like Starri, up to two players get scored at a time, but there's nothing stopping the whole family from finding their rhythm and joining in.
Fun, fast, and hilarious, Party Fowl makes the list for having 30+ mini-games that will have your family clucking with joy.
Want some competitive play for your large group? Split into 2 teams, then swap in players for each new mini-game.
Take the stage two at a time to play silly mini-games like “Viking Volleyball”, “Helicopter Hips”, and “Cookie Catastrophe”. No idea what those are? That's half the fun.
As feathers fly and everyone figures out the rules together, the audience can enjoy a good laugh. But don’t forget, in Party Fowl, your turn is coming up fast!
Add some juicy multiplayer action to your family game night with Fruit Ninja.
Every slice and dice becomes a crowd-pleasing show with exploding fruit and impressive combos. Rounds can be quick, especially if your fellow ninjas can't help but hit the bombs.
Take turns individually, or play co-op to see which ninja duo racks up the highest score.
Not every game night needs a full house. This lineup is built for families of four, sibling pairs, or any smaller crew looking to turn an ordinary evening into something special.
Some picks bring the competition, while others—like Bluey: Bust-a-Move and Cookie Monster's Cookie Factory—lean more into cooperative family time everyone can enjoy.
Grab a partner and battle a horde of mischievous moles in Whac-a-Mole.
Teams of two work together to rack up points, dodging fire and grabbing hearts to prolong your session. Some pesky moles take more work than others to whack away. Keep moving to beat them all back (and definitely watch out for those dynamite-packing moles among the crowd).
Compared to some of the previous games on the list, Whac-a-Mole can run a bit long if a team is on a hot streak. But in groups of four, your next turn is only a few fires away.
Playing Bluey: Bust-a-Move on family game night is like taking part in your own personal Bluey episode.
Each mini-game is inspired by an actual episode of the show. Fan favorites like “Magical Asparagus”, “Fancy Restaurant”, and even “Cricket” all make an appearance.
Do you love Bluey as much as we do? Hop up and play right alongside your kiddo. Need a breather? Try using the remote to control Chattermax from the couch in “Keepy Uppy”, or to turn the music on and off during “Musical Statues”.
No matter how you play, it’s a fun way to bring a little more family time to your day.
Trivia fan? One curious alien is ready to beam you up for the ultimate trivia contest in What on Earth?.
Up to four lifeforms can play, and you can adjust the difficulty for just the right amount of challenge.
Strategy hint: Think you know the answer? Don’t wait… You can buzz in at any point during the question. And with three other contestants raring to go, the pressure is on to jump the quickest.
But beware! Jump too soon and the question may not make sense. Wrong answers lose points, but the resulting laughs are priceless.
Racing fans, start your engines! Miniacs is a miniature kart racing game that lets up to four players hit the track at once.
Miniacs is as competitive as it is charming. Racers climb behind the wheel of tiny vehicles like sardine cans and glue sticks while navigating larger-than-life tracks through barnyards, mini marts, and even a robotics factory.
With simple controls (but tricky track layouts), Miniacs has all the makings of a family night classic that is sure to keep the whole fam coming back for more.
Most family game nights focus on competing against one another—Family Fitness Challenge flips the script.
Band together in a group of four, and take on other families around the world. Race the clock in “Hurdles” and “Relay”, then test your reflexes in “Kickball” and the “Obstacle Course”. Every challenge is a chance to work as a team, rather than racking up individual bragging rights.
Climb the ranks from Rookie to Legend together, then see how your family stacks up against the competition.
Cookie Monster's Cookie Factory is another game all about working together.
Cookie Monster’s delicious cookies won't pack themselves! Up to four players must work together to solve puzzles and keep the factory running. Body movements control the conveyor belts, seesaws, claws, and slides, so everyone's got a hand in keeping things moving.
Don’t let the Sesame Street label fool you. While this game is a lot of fun for older preschoolers, it also requires a fair bit of coordination and cooperation. It’s one of the best Play Pass options for stretching across age ranges, bringing little and older siblings together into one experience.
Jump in alongside them, move together, and watch everyone’s problem-solving skills sharpen.
Barbie Dance Party turns family game night into an actual dance floor, choreography included.
Malibu Barbie, Brooklyn Barbie, and Ken lead the way, showing off moves for the whole family to match in real time.
Dance together to quickly unlock new stylish routines and stages, with music ranging from Dua Lipa's "Dance the Night" to Owl City's "Fireflies." And don't worry about having any dance experience—good vibes and a willingness to get active are enough to create a great time.
Up to four players can dance at a time, so bring the entire fam to the party and dance the night away.
Family game night should be about laughter, connection, and creating core memories—not staring at separate screens or arguing over missing board game pieces.
Whether you’re hosting a lively tournament for the whole extended family or settling in for a cozy Friday night with the kids, Nex Playground turns living room time into an active, full-body event everyone actually looks forward to.
With a growing library of 50+ motion-controlled games available through Play Pass, you’ll never run out of new worlds to explore, high scores to chase, or dance routines to master. So clear a space in the living room, gather your crew, and get ready to experience a whole new way to play together.
