The Nintendo Switch is a console that is fun for all ages, and it is the perfect thing to bring with you to all of your holiday parties. There are plenty of party games to choose from where four players can work together or against one another for hours of fun. These types of games have everyone laughing as competitive spirits are brought to life.
Some games are better than others, so it can be hard to choose which game is best for you and your crew. These are up there, though!
10 Alpaca Ball: Allstars
This is a new type of soccer game where you and your family play as alpacas, as well as various types of alternative balls. It can include up to eight players in multiplayer mode, or there is a solo career mode if you are looking for some alone time this holiday season. The alpaca you play with is customizable and the game can be bought digitally on the Nintendo Switch for $19.99.
9 Overcooked! 2
A classic console game at any holiday party is Overcooked, and there is now a new version out on the Switch for up to four players. There is both local and online multiplayer available and a large map for you to explore. Your family will have a blast cooking up a slew of new recipes, as well as finding ways to work together to beat the challenge.
8 Sports Party
There are plenty of sports games on the Nintendo Switch, but this is one of the best and up to four people can play at a time. It includes sports like frisbee, basketball, golf, jet ski, beach tennis, and skateboarding. Each player can customize their character and it will bring out the competitive spirit in everyone this joyous season, including your grandparents.
7 Super Mario Party
Minigames are a favorite in many households which is just what this game is all about. The main game includes a board game where the goal is to have the most stars by the end, but there are plenty of minigames played along the way.
It can support up to four players at a time and has other modes as well. If you prefer minigames only, then you can go head-to-head, or choose to work together in the Riverboat Survival mode.
6 Trivial Pursuit Live!
This game is based on the classic board game called Trivial Pursuit, and it allows you to compete against family and friends in a game show-like fashion. The gameplay is customizable as you can choose the skill level, categories, and question formats. It is for up to four players and can be bought digitally for $19.99.
5 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Fans of Nintendo have loved Mario Kart for ages, which is why it is the perfect game to have this holiday season. It can support up to 12 players, but only four can play locally. This game is a bit more expensive than others on this list at $59.99, but the chance to win a race against your competitive family members in a number of intricate maps is well worth the cost.
4 Party Arcade
Arcade games are something that everyone can appreciate as they have been around for ages. It can support up to four players and includes games such as air hockey, billiards, corn hole, darts, puck bowling, cup pong, and so much more.
This game is great for families who grow easily bored and constantly want to switch it up as there are so many games to play. It can even be bought digitally on the switch for $14.99 for those looking for games to buy at the last minute.
3 Tools Up!
You and three other players will have a blast in this game where you are tasked with renovating a house, even if it isn't made by Nintendo. However, you have to race against the clock and face a number of obstacles along the way in order to complete the j0b. Teamwork is key in this game as you each struggle to understand the simple controls, but it will leave you with hours of fun you will never forget.
2 Party Planet
Party Planet has a total of 30 games included in its hardware that can support up to four players at a time. A few of the games are called Thor's Thunder, Hex Eggs, Underwater Escape, and Viking defense. There are some single-player games as well so the fun can continue even after you head home for the evening after all the festivities are over.
1 Spitlings
Spitlings is a modern take on classic arcade games that can be played by up to four players at a time. It requires you to work together because if one person fails a level then everyone has to restart. This game often includes lots of shouting, but there are over 100 levels to explore and various Spitlings to unlock along the way.