5 Fun Indoor Games For Winter

Playing fun games with friends and family is always a great way to unplug, let loose, socialize, bond, and have some fun. Whether it is charades, Jenga, musical chairs, or just a good ol’ round of ludo, we’ll bet there has never been a time when you haven’t had fun. But having quality game boards can come in handy in a lot of situations -  it’s been ages and your cousins are visiting from overseas. Need something for a childhood throwback? A compact board game/party game can be a saviour, evoking fond childhood memories and reigniting your bond. Maybe you’re friends are coming over for a much-anticipated sleepover and you need to entertain them throughout the night. A deck of cards is exactly what you need.

In this quick read, we will cover the top 5 indoor games you need up your sleeve for intimate winter gatherings with your loved ones. Let’s get started!

5 Fun Indoor Games For Winters

1. Wooden Tic Tac Toe Party Board Game

Mostly united with the last pages of your notebook, the classic tic tac toe is a simple game of strategizing and dominating spaces. Most frequented by us in class, often secretly, honour this childhood favourite with this special wooden tic tac toe board. Crafted from real teak wood, this special tic tac toe board combines refinement with light-hearted competition for all ages. That is, unless, you have a sore loser in your gang. Complete with built-in grids and metallic X and O markers engraved on wooden cubes, this stunning board promises hours of entertainment with friends and family.

2. Handcrafted Wooden Dominos Game

Very few things in life are as satisfying as witnessing a domino effect. It’s like building castles in the sand to knock them, a tangible representation of the volatile nature of life. Enclosed within a meticulously crafted wooden box lies a stack of tiles with golden pips. Whether you go solo and align the tiles to build patience just like you would with a house of cards or play it the ACTUAL way with friends (yeah you heard it right), a game of dominos can be a lot of fun. Here’s how you play a game of Dominos sans the cool chain reaction:

i) Have someone shuffle all the tiles and lay them on a flat surface pip side down.

ii) Each player then gets to draw a single tile. The player with the highest double (double-six) gets to start first. In case a double wasn’t drawn, the person with the tile with the most number of pips gets to go first.

iii) The winner of the draw places the tiles pip-side up and starts by placing a tile in the centre of the table.

iv) Taking turns clockwise, each player adds a tile to the layout while making sure that the tile is placed in such a way that the pip numbers match.

v) In the event that a player cannot play a tile, they must pass their turn.

vi) If the stockpile runs out and no player can make a move, the game must end.

3. Wooden Playing Card Box

Nothing beats the thrill of huddling and playing a game of cards. Whether you prefer the order and peace in Solitaire or like living on the edge with Poker, with card games, you’ll never know what hits you next. This tastefully crafted wooden card box flaunts a wooden engraved spade, adding an artistic flair to the ensemble. The thoughtful design and protective card housing make this set a must-have in your collection of indoor games. 

4. Chinese Checkers

If you are ready to elevate your game nights from mundane to magnificent, we have just the thing for you! A round wooden board that whispers sophistication, adorned with slots that guide your every move. Enter the Chinese Checkers game set and let the showdown of elegance and wit begin. Beyond gameplay, this meticulously designed board is a statement piece for your gaming space. With glistening vibrant glass balls, each adding a pop of colour, gliding effortlessly across the board as you strategize your path to victory, we’ll bet this set will make your game nights really special.  

5. Pictionary

Who needs words when you have a canvas and a crazy imagination?

Interpreting your friends’ wild scribbles isn’t exactly the easiest task in the world, which is what makes this game super fun. After all, we all have a friend whose artistic prowess is limited to drawing a sun that only rises between two mountains and a V’s for a flock of birds. Sit snug and comfy, armed with a sketch pad and marker, and try to decipher gibberish in vain with a game of Pictionary in the upcoming winter break. 

Conclusion

From the strategic maneuvers of Dominos to the uproarious chaos that is Pictionary, remember that these indoor games are more than just entertainment. Instead, they are opportunities to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories with family and friends. Our rundown on 5 indoor games for winter covers everything from universal favourites to hilarious games like Pictionary. Let the best man win!