Celebrate Friendship Day with games that bring laughter, chaos and connection

Sunday 3 August is Friendship Day and it’s all about celebrating the people who make life better, more fun, more adventurous, more…. well, more! What better way to honour your inner circle than with a game night packed with laughter, quick thinking, and a little competitive chaos? Whether you’re hosting a full-blown party or just catching up with a few friends, the right games can turn a simple gathering into a memory-making masterpiece.

Kick things off with Codenames, a clever word association game that’s all about honing your communication skills. It’s the perfect way to test how well you really know your friends. If you’re looking for something more unpredictable, dive into Exploding Kittens—a wildly popular game of luck, sabotage, and, of course, exploding felines. For those who prefer quirky chaos and a little bit of doom, Happy Little Dinosaurs delivers dino drama as each player tries to avoid life’s disasters and be the last survivor.

Need something fast-paced to get everyone shouting and laughing? Pass the Bomb adds a ticking time element to wordplay, while Cobra Paw is a ninja-like test of reflexes that gets hilariously competitive in seconds. These games are quick to learn, easy to play, and perfect for groups of all sizes—the best part is that no one gets left out.

“Board games create shared moments that turn into inside jokes and great stories,” says Philip Galliford, spokesperson for Solarpop. “On Friendship Day, it’s not about winning or losing, but about laughing until your stomach hurts and making memories with the people you enjoy spending time with.”

So, clear the table, grab the snacks, and bring out the games. Whether it ends in victory or total chaos, you’ll walk away with sore cheeks from laughing and a stronger bond with the people who make life better.

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