Everyone’s Playing These 5 Family Games—Are You?

Just dance now

Just Dance Now by Ubisoft brings the ultimate dance party to your smartphone—no console needed! Dance to over 500+ global hits, including tracks from the Just Dance 2023 console edition. Enjoy one free song daily, real-time motion tracking, global leaderboards, and HealthKit calorie tracking. With customisable playlists, fresh monthly content, and fun choreography across genres like pop, K-pop, EDM, and Latin, this app lets you stay fit, have fun, and unleash your inner performer anytime, anywhere.

Available on: iOS and Android

Catan universe

Embark on a strategic adventure in Catan Universe, the digital edition of the beloved board game! Build settlements, trade resources, and outwit rivals in the classic Catan and the 2-player card game Catan – The Duel. Explore expansions like Cities & Knights, Seafarers, and Rise of the Inkas. Play solo or online, customize your avatar, join guilds, and earn rewards. Cross-platform support lets you play anytime, anywhere. It’s the full Catan experience—right at your fingertips!

Available on: iOS and Android

Carcassonne

Carcassonne – Tiles & Tactics brings the beloved board game to life with stunning visuals and clever strategy. Place tiles to build cities, roads, monasteries, and fields—then deploy your meeples to claim and control them. Each move shapes the growing medieval landscape. Play solo, locally with friends, or online with global challengers. Includes six expansions for extra depth and variety. With smart AI, smooth gameplay, and both 2D/3D modes, it’s a strategy lover’s dream!

Available on: iOS and Android

Spaceteam

Spaceteam is a wildly chaotic, voice-controlled co-op game that turns your phone into a spaceship control panel—and your friends into frantic crewmates! Shout absurd commands like “Activate the Spectrobolt!” while scrambling to follow theirs, all before your ship explodes. Designed for 2–8 players, this app thrives on fast reactions, teamwork, and total nonsense. With malfunctioning controls, techno-babble, and real-time pressure, Spaceteam is pure, hilarious mayhem—perfect for parties, game nights, or any time you want to shout at friends (for fun).

Available on: iOS and Android

Scrabble

Scrabble® GO is the fresh, modern take on the classic word game! Play the official Scrabble with authentic boards, tiles, and dictionaries. Challenge friends or AI, collect stylish tile designs, and enjoy exciting new modes like Duels, Word Drop, Tumbler, and Rush. Track your stats, rise through weekly leagues, and unlock rewards. Express yourself with emojis and stay connected with favourite players. Join the Scrabble Club and access exclusive boosts, perks, and tournaments!

Available on: iOS and Android

Published on: Sunday, July 20, 2025, 12:00 AM IST