With almost the entire world practicing social distancing, we’re looking for activities to keep ourselves occupied and entertained during lockdown. As we crave the need to feel connected for some light-hearted fun and leisure, we look forward to alternative online interactions with our quarantine buddies. Here is a round up of refreshing and stimulating apps to keep you virtually connected with your loved ones.
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you are bound to have heard of this app which is on top of this list! Along with some much needed face-time with your buddies, the Houseparty app has virtual rooms with clusters of friends you can switch between, just like an actual party. You can video chat, play games and throw a party.
Expand your vocabulary and show off your spelling skills with this Scrabble doppelgänger which has an interface designed for virtual interactions. With creative word puzzles to throw you off, this game is challenging, addictive and competitive. A great way to unwind and relax with your friends.
This all time favourite board game is now on an app! Initiate a game of Ludo laced with nostalgia amongst family and friends, and you are sure to be hooked for hours. This online multiplayer game has fun features and themes to keep things exciting.
This classic railway adventure is now at the tip of your fingers. Originally a board game, Ticket to Ride is an easy-to-play strategy game for all ages. A personal favourite, that allows you to travel from Europe to India as you build train routes and strategise tactics on blocking competitors.
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This video calling app which has dethroned WhatsApp and Tiktok as the most downloaded app in India. Feel like a game of charades with your friends? Zoom is simple, easy and gets the job done.
This challenging and fun online trivia game will be the cause of much excitement and a few fights. Compile your own personalised quiz as you choose your topics of interest and earn badges to prove your proficiency! Team up with friends or random opponents around the world and test each other on myriad topics ranging between general knowledge, sports, science and movies (yes, Harry Potter trivia included!).
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Put your doodling skills to a test as you make your family and friends guess your obscure sketches. Although, with a few rounds of practice you are guaranteed to transform those stick figures into beautiful works of art.
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