A great video game can not only be a social event to look forward to every week, but also the perfect reason to host a family gathering. Street Fighter's one-on-one pick-up or classic Super Mario Bros. can be a family fun project.
Recently, foreign game media Metacritic has summarized the highest-rated family games in 2021. If you're looking for some games to play with the whole family during your holidays, check out these 10 games, especially for children of all ages.
Football Manager 2022
Sports, probably the greatest activity that can reunite a family... Of course, if they all support the same team... Football Manager 2022 is like a hobby that a family can share together. Manage a small team from your hometown to the premier League's top teams and get all the glory. It is the meticulous attention to detail that makes this game stand out and probably the best fantasy football simulator you are after. Soccer Manager 2022 is currently available for play on PC and Xbox.
Metacritic score: 86
Oh sky
Viola Sky explores the topic of death, a topic that few people want to discuss, especially in front of children. The game examines bullying through stunning visuals through a bleak but touching story. It only takes a few hours to complete it, but the heartbreaking story of Viola Sky is perfect for a few people to play, and there are some great discussions after the end. Viola Sky is currently available for play on Switch and PC.
F1 2021
The latest F1 game created by Codemasters includes a lot of things. While it may never be possible to drive a true F1 car, which costs as much as a small European country's GDP, the realism of the game is a dream. The game itself is absolutely top notch. The single-player mode is fun for all ages, featuring racing, focusing on the exact simulation of the rider by actual sports and exuding sheer charm.
While it's unlikely that a new generation of F1 champions will emerge in your home, at least that dream can be made a reality in the latest version of the game of the year.
Metacritic score: 88
Silly kitchen: all delicious
Looking for a kitchen game that can integrate the family into a cooperative? Hustling Kitchen: All Delicious is definitely the game you've been looking for. "Hustle Kitchen" is much more fun than sitting at a poker table, it's about teamwork that handles orders correctly. The game is a great family bond experience, rich in content and wonderful graphics, and it is an absolute visual treat.
Bringing pure chaotic fun in the craziest moments, Hustling Kitchen: It's All Delicious is a game that will keep you and your family closer than ever... Or when an order failure leads to the end of the game, it may also be a "big fight".
Double-sized
A trip for two is a highlight of co-op creativity, an exciting journey to enjoy with an online partner, but it works best when you're playing side by side with your partner. Whether it's a spouse, sibling, or parent,this game is a masterpiece of co-op platform adventures.
The two must learn to work together and overcome their differences, and Trip in Pairs is a unique experience that offers family-friendly visuals and some serious emotional relationship explorations. Platform jumping, puzzle solving, and boss battles are always exciting and ever-changing. Two-player can be played on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Metacritic score: 89
Super Mario 3D World + Wrath of the Cool Overlord
Super Mario transcends all ages, and if you grew up playing them, it's bound to be a surprise moment to see Nintendo's most iconic plumbers emerge in the hands of a new generation. If there's a Mario game that can easily bridge the generation gap, it has to be Super Mario 3D World + Wrath of the Cool Overlord.
The 3D visuals of this underrated Wii U classic game port still have glamorous visuals, and the core game mechanics are the classic Mario breakouts, but the amount of content is simply staggering. Up to four players can complete the game together on one console. Meanwhile, the all-new Wrath of the Cool Overlord is an open-world gameplay that can be played by two players together, which is even better for younger players.
Super Mario 3D World + Wrath of the Cool Overlord is an exclusive game for the Nintendo Switch.
Divine pen dog good
Life is both beautiful and cruel, and it is only a matter of time before the cruel reminders of reality appear. Magic Pen Dog Liang blends gorgeous adventures with thoughtful and touching reminders of the world around us. Whether you're an adult struggling with inner turmoil or feeling the pain of life's disappointments, Magic Pen Dog Good can serve as a profound lesson on these issues and hopefully remind you that no matter how bad things get, there's always light at the end of the tunnel. Magic Pen Dog Liang is currently available for play on PlayStation and PC.
Metacritic score: 90
Microsoft Flight Simulator
It's a pleasure to visit a new location, but can't go out because of the epidemic? The best solution for the whole family is to download Microsoft Flight Simulator quickly. A cup of tea, a bag of peanuts, and when flying over some of the world's great landmarks, everyone can sit down and take a group photo.
Microsoft Flight Simulator is a digital tour where you can use planes throughout the hangar to explore scenic cities, tropical jungles, and frozen tundra. There is no hassle with the flight and there is no need to worry about flight delays. Now, it's a family-friendly getaway. Microsoft Flight Simulator is available for play on Xbox and PC.
Metacritic score: 91
Italian aviator 2
Not only is It a great game, it's also a great game for everyone in the family, and it concentrates most of the ideas of connecting family ties. All the valuable life lessons are included in one of the best games ever played by developer Double Fine. Italia 2 can be played on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Forza Motorsport: Horizon 5
High-speed racing, wide roads and celebrations of gasoline power make up a language that can be understood by all ages. Forza Motorsport: Horizon 5 speaks to the soul with its car culture: stepping on metal pedals, reveling in the uninhibited V8 horsepower, gorgeous racing suits and rubber tires that burn during sharp turns... Fun for families and safe.
Metacritic score: 92