The 10 best games to play with your dad on Father’s Day

Father's Day is nearly here, and if you're looking to spend some time with dad from the comfort of your home, playing games is a great option. There are so many multiplayer games to choose from, so it can be tough to decide which ones are right for this occasion. If you feel like gaming with your dad but don't know where to start, we've got you covered. Here are 10 of the best games you can play with your dad for Father's Day. Best games to play for Father's Day Mario Kart World Image via Nintendo If you haven't played Mario Kart World yet, there's no better time to start than racing with your dad for Father's Day. It's a stellar game that's easy to pick up, but also fairly addictive. It's got a stacked character roster, loads of maps, and plenty of game modes to choose from. Halo Reach Halo Reach was a staple in my household growing up, and it's one of my family's favorite games to enjoy together. Even my mom, who's not really into games, jumps into the action with us whenever we boot it up. We have the most fun playing a custom game version of Infection where we switch up the map regularly and modify the loot pool. It's always a blast and one of my dad's overall favorite games to enjoy. Even if Infection isn't your thing, there are plenty of other modes you can try, too, like King of the Hill. There's also the campaign mode if you're seeking a more story-driven and structured option. Fortnite Screenshot by Destructoid Fortnite is really the perfect game for anyone, and it's a great one to try on Father's Day. I've been trying to get my dad to hop on with me and my brothers for a while, especially since he has plenty of other dad friends who are similar to him and are obsessed with playing. It's a really easy game to pick up, and a great option since every round feels different. You can also invite other family members to join in if you want to get a full squad going. The current Super season is an especially fun one to have dads jump into. It's got lots of fun superhero items you can find around the island, all of which are pretty easy to use. Plus, who doesn't love seeing Superman? Golf With Your Friends Golf With Your Friends has lots of courses and plenty of unique gameplay modes to choose from. It's a simple yet fun game where the goal is simply to make it into the hole in as few hits as possible. This is another great option for inviting other family members to join in on the fun since it supports up to 12 players golfing together. My dad has been really into going golfing recently, and I think it'd be fun to see what he thinks of this game. Jackbox Image via Jackbox Games There are loads of different mini-games you can enjoy with dad in Jackbox. They're all super easy to learn, and are a great choice if you're celebrating Father's Day with others, since all Jackbox games allow for many players to jump in. You can't really go wrong with most Jackbox games, but some of my personal favorites to play with my dad and family are Trivia Murder Party, Fakin' It, Quiplash, Joke Boat, Mad Verse City, and Drawful. It Takes Two It Takes Two is a peak platform adventure and a stellar co-op game. It's got parkour, puzzles, and a heartfelt storyline that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Working together is essential in this one, and it's got a strong emphasis on communication and collaboration, which makes it a great way to spend time with your dad. Minecraft Image via Mojang Minecraft is a super flexible game where you can really do whatever you want. It's a great option to try with dad since you can freely roam and build, or go more hardcore and work towards beating the game. Team up with your dad to take on the formidable Warden, craft strong armor, meet adorable mobs, or build something unique. Super Mario Party Jamboree If you're looking for more of a board-style game, Super Mario Party Jamboree might be the game for you. It's got loads of minigames to choose from, a vast character roster, and plenty of different game modes. Super Mario Party Jamboree is the latest addition to the Super Mario Party series, but really, any of them are superb picks to enjoy with dad. Split Fiction Image via Hazelight Studios From the same devs who made It Takes Two, Split Fiction is another excellent option to enjoy this Father's Day, especially if you loved playing the former. It's a co-op action adventure game with a generally similar feel. It's got platforming challenges, hostile enemies to beat, and various puzzles to solve. Cooperation and communication are essential in this one, so it's a solid pick if you're seeking a fresh experience to enjoy with your dad. Pokémon Go If you want to be out and about while still enjoying some fun gaming time, Pokémon Go may be the right choice for you. You can set out to explore with your dad while also working on filling out your Pokédex with the many creatures you find around the world. My dad is su

Jun 12, 2025 - 13:58

The 10 best games to play with your dad on Father’s Day

Father's Day is nearly here, and if you're looking to spend some time with dad from the comfort of your home, playing games is a great option. There are so many multiplayer games to choose from, so it can be tough to decide which ones are right for this occasion.

If you feel like gaming with your dad but don't know where to start, we've got you covered. Here are 10 of the best games you can play with your dad for Father's Day.

Best games to play for Father's Day

Mario Kart World

If you haven't played Mario Kart World yet, there's no better time to start than racing with your dad for Father's Day. It's a stellar game that's easy to pick up, but also fairly addictive. It's got a stacked character roster, loads of maps, and plenty of game modes to choose from.

Halo Reach

Halo Reach was a staple in my household growing up, and it's one of my family's favorite games to enjoy together. Even my mom, who's not really into games, jumps into the action with us whenever we boot it up. We have the most fun playing a custom game version of Infection where we switch up the map regularly and modify the loot pool.

It's always a blast and one of my dad's overall favorite games to enjoy. Even if Infection isn't your thing, there are plenty of other modes you can try, too, like King of the Hill. There's also the campaign mode if you're seeking a more story-driven and structured option.

Fortnite

Fortnite is really the perfect game for anyone, and it's a great one to try on Father's Day. I've been trying to get my dad to hop on with me and my brothers for a while, especially since he has plenty of other dad friends who are similar to him and are obsessed with playing.

It's a really easy game to pick up, and a great option since every round feels different. You can also invite other family members to join in if you want to get a full squad going. The current Super season is an especially fun one to have dads jump into. It's got lots of fun superhero items you can find around the island, all of which are pretty easy to use. Plus, who doesn't love seeing Superman?

Golf With Your Friends

Golf With Your Friends has lots of courses and plenty of unique gameplay modes to choose from. It's a simple yet fun game where the goal is simply to make it into the hole in as few hits as possible.

This is another great option for inviting other family members to join in on the fun since it supports up to 12 players golfing together. My dad has been really into going golfing recently, and I think it'd be fun to see what he thinks of this game.

Jackbox

There are loads of different mini-games you can enjoy with dad in Jackbox. They're all super easy to learn, and are a great choice if you're celebrating Father's Day with others, since all Jackbox games allow for many players to jump in. You can't really go wrong with most Jackbox games, but some of my personal favorites to play with my dad and family are Trivia Murder Party, Fakin' It, Quiplash, Joke Boat, Mad Verse City, and Drawful.

It Takes Two

It Takes Two is a peak platform adventure and a stellar co-op game. It's got parkour, puzzles, and a heartfelt storyline that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Working together is essential in this one, and it's got a strong emphasis on communication and collaboration, which makes it a great way to spend time with your dad.

Minecraft

Minecraft is a super flexible game where you can really do whatever you want. It's a great option to try with dad since you can freely roam and build, or go more hardcore and work towards beating the game. Team up with your dad to take on the formidable Warden, craft strong armor, meet adorable mobs, or build something unique.

Super Mario Party Jamboree

If you're looking for more of a board-style game, Super Mario Party Jamboree might be the game for you. It's got loads of minigames to choose from, a vast character roster, and plenty of different game modes. Super Mario Party Jamboree is the latest addition to the Super Mario Party series, but really, any of them are superb picks to enjoy with dad.

Split Fiction

From the same devs who made It Takes Two, Split Fiction is another excellent option to enjoy this Father's Day, especially if you loved playing the former. It's a co-op action adventure game with a generally similar feel.

It's got platforming challenges, hostile enemies to beat, and various puzzles to solve. Cooperation and communication are essential in this one, so it's a solid pick if you're seeking a fresh experience to enjoy with your dad.

Pokémon Go

If you want to be out and about while still enjoying some fun gaming time, Pokémon Go may be the right choice for you. You can set out to explore with your dad while also working on filling out your Pokédex with the many creatures you find around the world. My dad is super obsessed with this game and is always checking for Pokémon wherever we go, so it's a perfect balance between gaming and getting out to do something.

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