Family game night: ten games every generation can play together

One of the best ways to understand your child's gaming is to play with them. Family game night turns screen time into together time.

Ten games that work across ages

1. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: easy to pick up, assists for younger players.
2. Overcooked! 2: chaotic co-op cooking that needs teamwork.
3. Minecraft: build a world together in creative mode.
4. Rocket League: car football, short matches.
5. Just Dance: gets everyone moving.
6. Super Mario Party Jamboree: board-game style mini-games.
7. It Takes Two: a co-op adventure for older kids and adults (check the rating).
8. Pictionary-style party games on phones or TV.
9. EA Sports FC: a family tournament with a trophy.
10. Unrailed! or Moving Out: silly co-op puzzle games.

Always check the age rating for your family; our guide to PEGI and ESRB helps.

Rules that keep it fun

• Let the kids teach the adults
• Mix teams so the strongest players aren't together
• Celebrate funny moments, not just wins
• Agree a finish time at the start
• End with a snack and a chat about the best moment

Join us

Ascend runs Parent & Player Game Nights in Mirdif: friendly, supervised and a great way to meet other gaming families. See what's coming up on our events page.