Adult Halloween Games

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In choosing adult Halloween games, party hosts will need to look beyond the usual Halloween game suggestions. A gathering of twentysomethings probably isn't going to want to play "Pin the Nose on the Jack'o'lantern". Try some of these ideas for Halloween games for adult groups at your next party.

Ideas for Adult Halloween Games

Board Games

If you are having a smaller party or want to offer several activity options to your guests, consider a selection of board games with horror themes or settings.

For instance, Last Night on Earth: The Zombie Game will put your guests inside a B-grade zombie movie. One or two players take on the role of the rampaging zombies while the remaining players become such horror movie archetypes as the farm girl and the drifter. The specific aim of the characters varies according to which of several scenarios is in play, but the ultimate goal for the humans is to survive until the end of the game. However, the zombie players will be doing everything in their power to make sure the humans become a late-night zombie snack. The game even comes with a soundtrack to enhance the atmosphere.

Other games with a horror theme include:

Some of these games have complex rules and playing systems, so you will want to familiarize yourself with a new title before the party. These board games and other horror titles are typically found at specialty game stores, hobby shops and numerous online retailers.

Kids' Games

Occasionally, kids' Halloween party games, such as bobbing for apples or pumpkin bowling, will be acceptable for adults as a fun reminder of childhood. You will have to know your guests to determine whether the idea would be considered an enjoyable trip to the past or unbearably silly.

Mummy Wrap

To play mummy wrap, divide the guests into teams of two to four. Ask the groups to decide which member will become the mummy. Pass out several rolls of toilet paper to each team and set a time limit. The other group members must then use the toilet paper to wrap their mummy as quickly as possible. You can provide tape or other fasteners to help keep the toilet paper in place or make figuring it out part of the challenge. At the end of the allotted time, the team with the best-wrapped mummy will be the winner.

Murder Mystery

Murder mystery parties are popular for all occasions, but the emphasis on blood and mayhem makes them a great choice for adult Halloween games. You can create your own mystery or purchase a prepackaged game kit. If the game you buy doesn't already have a horror theme, add some Halloween flavor by tweaking the details. For instance, change the setting to a haunted house or make the culprit a vampire.

Scavenger Hunt

You can create a traditional scavenger hunt list of items to collect or plan a video or photo hunt where guests have to capture the moment on film. A scavenger hunt that takes guests around town will be even more memorable if they are in costume. Take advantage of your guests' maturity to include things on the list that wouldn't be found in a kids' scavenger hunt, such as a matchbook from a local bar or a suggestive photo. However, be sure not to include anything on the list that might offend partygoers. Set a time limit and afterwards, gather for refreshments, prizes and a chance to share your stories of the hunt.

Halloween games don't have to be childish. With these suggestions for adult Halloween games, you can keep guests of all ages happy.

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