Use these Programs for your Virtual Happy Hours and Game Nights
A year ago we probably would have made fun of a group of friends for logging on to an app to cheers each other virtually. Now we’re begging for that sort of interaction. Whether you are looking to kick back with a cocktail, check in on a friend, fill that lonely void or host a game night, here are a list of apps that will help you get connected:
Facetime: The classic. A group Facetime call can host up to 30 friends, all visible at once. During conversations the bubble of the person who is talking will enlarge.
Skype: The OG. The latest update double the number of participants from 25 to 50 to encourage more small companies to utilize this free Microsoft program. Which means this program is jonesing to host your party.
House Party: The name says it all. This “face to face social network” was created in 2016, allows up to 8 users per call and works on all mobile and desktop platforms.
we figured out how to rave @ home with the @nowadaysnyc @livestream and @houseparty 💃✨ pic.twitter.com/caHA2OFkzr
— sean (@seanmcintyre) March 21, 2020
Google Hangouts: This one is that one friend who finds a way to get everyone together. You don’t necessary need the app, just a gmail account it moves from desktop to mobile very easily and other platforms like Skype can join the hangouts. The free version caps the total number or users at 10.
Zoom: If you are planning on throwing a wedding or some sort or soiree during this self quarantine period, this is the platform you want. With up to 100 users allowed on each call, it’s doubles or triples every other platforms maximum number. Anyone with the Personal Meeting ID number can call in to the meeting using video or phone only capabilities. (hi grandmom!)
Tabletopia or Table Top Simulator: Each offer hundreds of games to play with friends or complete strangers. The simulation makes actually puts you at the table with the board game in front of you. Dig deeper into these apps and you’ll be able to build your own games with no programming knowledge required.
#hobbystreak day 3: our regular #boardgame night was canceled because of #coronavirus. But we’ve found a great alternative with @TabletopiaGames and playing Everdell on that platform. Great! pic.twitter.com/aY0QQSom2d
— Lolondir Surion (@LSurion) March 18, 2020
On today’s podcast Preston shared 8 tips to become an expert video conferencer. Take a listen.
