Top 10 Funny Games to Play With Friends Online
Guide Party Games • Multiplayer • Funny Moments
Looking for guaranteed laughs? I pulled this list from real Friday game nights—mixed devices, mixed ages, maximum chaos. You’ll find platforms, player counts, cross‑play notes, and quick-start tips, plus the house rules we actually use to keep things funny (and friendly).
What makes a game “funny” with friends?
In my experience, three things: unpredictability (goofy physics or wild prompts), low friction (anyone can jump in within minutes), and social spark (banter, friendly sabotage, and big reveals). Bonus laughs when the game records the chaos for end‑of‑round recaps.
Top 10 Funny Games to Play With Friends Online
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1) Jackbox Party Pack (series)
Platforms: PC/Mac/Consoles (players join via phone browser) Players: 3–8 + audience Cross‑play: Yes
Why we crack up: Quiplash, Fibbage, Tee K.O.—the perfect recipe for inside jokes and unexpected genius from your quietest friend.
Quick start: One host runs the game. Everyone else goes to jackbox.tv on their phone and enters the room code. Done.
House rule: “PG‑13 with cleverness.” It keeps the humor creative—and way funnier. -
2) Among Us
Platforms: PC/Mobile/Consoles Players: 4–15 Cross‑play: Yes
Why we crack up: The dramatic accusations. The terrible alibis. The one friend who always self‑reports by “accident.”
Quick start: Private lobby, code in Discord, mute during tasks, unmute for the chaos of meetings.
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3) Fall Guys
Platforms: PC/Consoles Players: up to 60 Cross‑play: Yes
Why we crack up: Slapstick obstacle courses and cartoon wipeouts. Nobody’s cool in a windmill gauntlet.
Quick start: Free‑to‑play. Squad up, queue in. Custom shows are great for friend groups.
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4) Gartic Phone
Platforms: Browser Players: 4–30 Cross‑play: Any device
Why we crack up: Telephone meets doodling; the final slideshow reveal is pure chaos every time.
Quick start: Create a room, share the link, pick a mode (Normal/Knock‑Off/Secret). No download, totally free.
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5) Overcooked! 2
Platforms: PC/Consoles Players: up to 4
Why we crack up: Frantic kitchens + time pressure = hilarious yelling (the loving kind). Great for families.
Quick start: Online or couch co‑op. Assign roles (chop/wash/serve) and rotate each round to share the fun.
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6) Golf With Your Friends
Platforms: PC/Consoles Players: up to 12
Why we crack up: Cute mini‑golf, chaotic collisions, and the one friend who banks a miracle shot by accident.
Quick start: Custom match → enable jumping + collision → meme the scorecard.
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7) Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
Platforms: PC/VR/Consoles Players: 2+ (one diffuser, rest readers)
Why we crack up: One person defuses; everyone else yells manual instructions. It’s frantic, funny, and teaches real communication.
Quick start: Diffuser sees the bomb; teammates open the free manual online. Describe, decode, pray.
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8) Pummel Party
Platforms: PC Players: up to 8
Why we crack up: Digital board‑game energy with over‑the‑top mini‑games and cartoon mayhem.
Quick start: Private lobby, short turn timers, and be ready for revenge arcs.
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9) Cards Against Humanity (online variants)
Platforms: Browser (various online clones/alternatives) Players: best 4–10
Why we crack up: Shameless, taboo humor—works only if your group’s into it. With the right crowd, it’s outrageous.
Quick start: Use a reputable online clone with private rooms. Agree on content settings first.
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10) Wavelength (online)
Platforms: Browser/Apps (community tools) Players: 4–10
Why we crack up: Mind‑meld guessing game—your clue sparks the funniest debates (“Is cereal a soup?” energy).
Quick start: Use online tools or screenshare a board; rotate the “Psychic” and enjoy the hot takes.
How to run the perfect funny game night
- Plan 60–90 minutes: 2–3 titles (drawing → party prompts → physics co‑op).
- Voice chat (Discord/Zoom). Banter is half the experience.
- Rotate hosts so everyone gets a pick.
- Use silly prizes (custom Discord roles, “Meme Crown”) for “best fail.”
60‑MIN GAME NIGHT 0–5: Sound check + icebreaker 5–25: Jackbox (Quiplash) — 2 rounds 25–45: Gartic Phone — 1 mode 45–60: Fall Guys OR Human: Fall Flat House rules: friendly banter, PG‑13, screenshot best fails.
HOUSE RULES 1) Private lobbies > public chaos 2) Family filters ON when needed 3) Rotate game chooser each round 4) Screenshot funny moments 5) Be kind; roast gently
Quick tips for streamers & content creators
- Clip reaction moments—fails outperform raw gameplay.
- Let chat vote on Jackbox prompts or Rocket League mutators (polls boost engagement).
- Run a 60‑second highlight reel between games to retain viewers.
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FAQs
Are these games free? Some are (Gartic Phone, Skribbl.io). Others are free‑to‑play (Fall Guys, Rocket League), or paid (Jackbox, Overcooked! 2). Check stores for sales.
How many players do I need? 4–8 is the sweet spot. Jackbox and Gartic Phone scale to large groups with audience support.
Do I need a powerful PC? Not really. Browser games and phone‑join party games run on almost anything.
Family‑friendly? Mostly yes—use private lobbies, family modes, and content filters. Skip mature titles for kids.
Cross‑play tips? Mixed devices? Pick browser titles or games with simple join codes (Jackbox) and cross‑play support (Fall Guys, Rocket League, Among Us).