One way my family always enjoys time together, especially during the holiday breaks is playing new and different games that bring excitement, a bit of knowledge, at times and always a ton of laughter. This year, our festive gatherings will include new and exciting games from University Games. Here are a few of our favorite picks.
About University Games
University Games was founded by Bob Moog and Cris Lehman. Bob and Cris always loved playing games with their families and grew up thinking that fun and learning were a part of everyday life. As adults, they recognized a developing niche in social interaction and learning games for adults and children, and that is how University Games began on April 1, 1985.
The company philosophy has always been to offer games that encourage social interaction and imagination through gameplay, with learning sprinkled in to season the game. The first product released was Murder Mystery Party, which generated $385,000 in 1985. In 1987, Bob co-invented 20 Questions, which like the Murder Mystery Party series, has been a mainstay of the University Games line for the past 31 years.
Smart Ass Card Game
Who’s the Smart Ass among your friends and family? Find out with this outrageous, fast-paced party game. Each question has eight clues. The first player to yell out the correct answer wins the round and takes a step closer to being the ultimate Smart Ass. No specific knowledge base is required, so even a Dumb Ass can win! The Ultimate Party Game for Families and Adults! Play Smart Ass, the game where it’s OK to yell out the answer, even when it’s not your turn. Be the first to answer the Who, What, and Where Am I questions, and move closer to being the ultimate Smart Ass.
The fast-paced party game that has everyone yelling answers at the same time trying to be the fastest and first player to guess the correct answer. You’ll be on the edge of your seat listening to the clues and trying to guess the topic correctly. Think you know the answer? Yell it out as soon as you know it and win! A fast-paced party game for 2 – 6 players ages 12 and up. Includes 360 question cards, category die and instructions. For more fun with friends and less time struggling to figure out the answer to questions in games like Trivial Pursuit.
HOW TO WIN: Be the fastest player to answer the Who, What, and Where Am I topics from the eight clues on the card. Be the first to win 5 cards to be crowned the ultimate Smart Ass. Available at Target and retails for $19.99.
Give ’em The Finger Game
Give ‘em the Finger is a fast-paced trivia board game where everyone knows the answer, but the winner is the first to find it. The game is a modern twist on the family trivia game without long, boring rules. The question master reads out the question card and the other players must race to point to the answer on the gameboard using their Finger Pointer. The first player to point to the correct answer wins the card. The first player to collect six cards wins the game.
Give ‘em the Finger is a simple-to-grasp family-friendly trivia game with 400 questions. The question master can also choose to move or flip the double-sided answer boards at any point for an ever-changing trivia game. This game includes four Finger Pointers, 200 Double-Sided Question Cards, four Double-Sided Gameboards, one Card Holder, and an Instruction Manual. The game plays with 3 or more players and is designed for ages 8 years and over. Available on Amazon and retails for $10.99.
Pet the Cat Betime Blues Game
Pete the Cat Bedtime Blues Game is a simple-to-learn game where kids act out bedtime activities and put their Pete the Cats to bed. But be careful-they might jump off at any time! Includes an interactive pop-up plastic bed, Pete the Cat figures, tokens, a spinner, and a folding gameboard inside.
University Games offers several fun games from Pete the Cat, including:
- Cupcake Party Game Tin
- Giant Foam Floor Puzzle
- Groovy Buttons Game
- Perfect Pizza Party
- Pizza Pie Game
- Puzzle Suitcase
- The Missing Cupcakes Game
- The Wheels on the Bus Game
These games are all available for purchase on Amazon and online at University Games.
Marvel Iron Man Superhero Original 3D Crystal Puzzle
Get ready for the challenge of mind-bending fun with this Marvel Original 3D Crystal Puzzle by BePuzzled! Challenge yourself as you piece together the sleek translucent, interlocking pieces for a satisfying yet challenging dimensional puzzle. Once complete, admire the glossy, sleek design that transforms the puzzle into a visually stunning masterpiece. This is not only a dimensional challenge, but this puzzle also reveals itself as a beautiful, finished piece, elevating the beauty on any shelf, desk or bookcase.
A fusion of puzzles and brain teasers, this charming addition to your decor is poised to showcase your puzzle-solving skills, leaving friends and family thoroughly impressed. Immerse yourself in the world of 3D Crystal Puzzles; an experience that seamlessly blends challenge and style, promising a uniquely engaging experience for puzzle and brain teaser enthusiasts and novices alike. The perfect gift for anyone who likes a brain-bending challenge! Hundreds of styles and colors to choose from.
University Games and BePuzzled are proud to present Original 3D Crystal Puzzles, the largest line of 3D puzzles available in the USA. With over 150 puzzle designs to choose from, these challenging puzzles will keep all puzzle enthusiasts busy completing amazing creations. You can find Iron Man and other Marvel characters on Amazon and retail for $19.49 each.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Your dog LOVES to eat your HOMEWORK! Pick a Homework Sheet, put it in the Dog’s mouth, turn his ear, then collect the shreds out of his rear end. Unscramble the shredded Homework and correctly guess the image. Turn it in before the deadline to win! Every correct guess wins a Doggie Treat. The player with the most Doggie Treats after three rounds wins the game! This game is perfect for family gatherings and game nights, offering endless laughter and entertainment for kids and adults alike.
The innovative doggie mechanism safely shreds Homework Sheets into 16 strips and mixes them up as they exit the Dog’s rear end. Simple rules and fast-paced gameplay make The Dog Ate My Homework ideal for children aged 5 and up. Players feed the Homework into the dog’s mouth, turn his ear, and retrieve the shreds out of the dog’s rear end. Players have 30 seconds to assemble the picture and guess the image. The player with the most Doggie Treats after three rounds wins the game! The Dog Ate My Homework includes A Naughty Dog, 100 Homework Sheets, 12 Doggie Treat Tokens, a Sand Timer and Instructions. The game retails for $19.99 and is available on Amazon.
These games would be perfect as holiday party game ideas from University Games. Do you have favorite games, new or older, that your family loves to play, especially during the holiday season. Comment below and tell us some of your party favorites.
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