by: Arthur Davis

At times, one may reach a point where staring at a screen becomes tiresome, yet the craving for competitive gameplay remains. However, offline interactive games serve as fantastic alternatives, perfect for friendly gatherings and entertaining guests and family members during parties. Here, I present a selection of the top five choices.

7 Wonders 

7 Wonders is a board game that is easy to learn but hard to master. This interactive card game is based around the 7 wonders of the world, with each location offering more added strength and attributes for combat. 

Perfect for a weekend with friends or a special event, you can learn 7 Wonders fast and master it over many years. Because of the rising skill level, this game is an excellent investment for a birthday or festive gift - every year, the players will improve.     

Blood Rage 

If you love Viking history, you're going to love Blood Rage. Set during the Norse apocalypse, Blood Rage is a board game that uses small figures and cards. Players build their armies and strengths then use cards instead of dice to do battle. Think Risk or Axis & Allies. 

Tabletop games have undergone something of a renaissance in recent times as people see the benefits of getting together with friends and playing a wholesome game of war together. When it comes to war, tabletops games are the safest way to play, so try Blood Rage for an update.  

You Dunnit 

We all love murder mystery games based around the classic mystery premise - whodunnit? Was it Professor Plum in the kitchen with the candlestick, or maybe it was Mrs. Peacock in the dining room with the revolver? You Dunnit is your chance to take on the role yourself. 

A who dunnit game is a perfect way to personalize a party or social gathering. The game is played using smartphones, and anyone can play. It's simple to set up and easy to play so everyone can have a bit of light entertainment while the Hors d'oeuvres go around. So why not join the fun?  

Jaipur 

For an excellent interactive game that you can take anywhere, check out Jaipur. This card game finds itself in the top ten card games list because it is accessible, entertaining, and challenging. Moreover, since it's a card game, you can put hours of entertainment in your pocket. 

Unsurprisingly, this card game is set in the city of Jaipur in India. Players take on the role of a tradesperson who must outcompete their counterparts to earn an invite to the Maharaja's court. Forget about fair deals and fair prices; you need to be cutthroat to stand a chance in this game.  

Sushi Go 

Sushi Go is the perfect interactive card game for kids! Whether you want to entertain kids at a seasonal event or tear them away from their computer screens, Sushi Go is a fast and fun way to engage young minds and provide some light entertainment for all the family. 

Sushi Go is perfect for special occasions because it is simple to learn and fast - a game of Sushi Go can be wrapped up in under fifteen minutes. The game's goal is to create the best sushi meal you can use the food cards you have available.