GUESTS

Whether you're looking to have a cozy night in with close friends or a larger gathering with acquaintances, we have suggestions on how to create a guest list that will help make your game night a success.

Picking the Right Guest

COMMON INTERESTS

Invite friends who share a common interest in the types of games you'll be playing. This will help create a fun and engaging atmosphere where everyone can participate and enjoy themselves.

MIXED PERSONALITIES

Invite guests with different personalities and backgrounds to make the event more interesting and diverse.
This can help spark new conversations and connections between guests.

TRUST LEVEL

Invite guests who are responsible and reliable, and who you can trust to follow the rules of the game and respect other guests. This will help ensure a positive and safe atmosphere for everyone.

GOOD SPORTS

Invite guests who have good sportsmanship and a positive attitude, even if they lose the game. This will help ensure a fun and friendly competition and keep the laughs going throughout the night!

SKILL LEVELS

Consider the skill level of your guests when choosing the types of games to play. You can include a variety of games to cater to different skill levels or choose games that are easy for beginners to learn.

GUEST NUMBERS

Invite a reasonable number of guests based on the size of your venue and the types of games you'll be playing. Too many guests can make it difficult for everyone to participate and enjoy themselves.

Ideas & Tips

Enthusiastic and Engaged Guests

These guests are the life of the party, and they bring energy and excitement to every event. They are eager to participate in the games, socialize, and have a good time. You want to load the party with engagers!

Bring Positive Energy: These guests bring positive energy & excitement to the party, which can help create a lively & fun atmosphere. They inspire others to get involved & participate in the games & activities.
Encourage Interaction: These guests encourage others to interact & socialize, which can help break the ice & make everyone feel more comfortable. They initiate conversations, introduce guests to each other, & help create a friendly & welcoming environment.
Create a Sense of Competition: Enthusiastic & engaged guests create a sense of healthy competition during the games, which adds to the excitement & fun of the event. They motivate others to do their best and push the boundaries of their skills.
Provide Positive Feedback: These guests provide positive feedback and encouragement to other players, which can help boost their confidence and morale. This can lead to more engaging and enjoyable gameplay.
Keep the Energy High: Enthusiastic and engaged guests keep the energy high throughout the event, even during downtime or breaks in gameplay. They keep conversations going, suggest new games or activities, & keep everyone entertained and engaged.

Social Guests

These guests are good conversationalists and enjoy meeting new people. They help create a friendly and inclusive atmosphere and make everyone feel welcome at your event.

Create a Friendly Atmosphere: Social guests help create a friendly & inclusive atmosphere by initiating conversations, introducing guests to each other, & making everyone feel welcome.
Encourage Socializing: These guests encourage others to socialize by suggesting group activities, introducing guests with common interests, & facilitating conversations. They help create connections & friendships among guests.
Provide Interesting Topics of Discussion: Social guests provide interesting topics of discussion that can help keep conversations going & make the event more engaging by sharing stories, asking thought-provoking questions, & encouraging guests to share their opinions & perspectives.
Keep the Energy Positive: These guests help keep the energy positive by avoiding negative topics or conversations & keeping the focus on having a good time. They help diffuse any tension or conflicts that may arise & keep the atmosphere light & enjoyable.
Help Guests Feel Comfortable: Social guests help guests feel more comfortable by being approachable, friendly, & respectful.

Game Masters & Co-Hosts

These guests are experienced with the games you'll be playing and can help teach the rules and guide other players. They can also help keep the games moving smoothly and keep everyone engaged and interested.

Teach Game Rules: Game masters help teach game rules to guests who may be unfamiliar with the games being played. This helps ensure that everyone understands how to play the game, which can make it more enjoyable for all.
Facilitate Gameplay: Game masters and co-host guests help facilitate gameplay by keeping things moving, managing the flow of the game, & resolving any conflicts that may arise. This helps keep the games on track & prevent any disruptions or delays.
Provide Technical Support: If you're using technology like gaming consoles or online games, game masters and co-host guests provide technical support if needed.
Keep the Atmosphere Engaging: Game masters and co-host guests help keep the atmosphere engaging by suggesting new games or activities, creating variations on existing games, and keeping the energy high throughout the event.
Offer Assistance: Game masters and co-host guests offer assistance to guests in need. This could include helping to set up the games, refilling snacks and drinks, or providing guidance to guests who may be struggling with gameplay.

The Wallflower

Show your wallflowers they are an important part of the party by assigning tasks to help them feel more included and engaged, like helping with food or drinks, setting up a game, or greeting guests as they arrive.

Guests with Anxieties

Be understanding and accommodating by creating a supportive environment & offering a quiet space for your guests with anxiety to feel comfortable and enjoy the party just like everyone else. Don't make a fuss!

The Hammered Guest

The safety and well-being of your guests should always be your top priority. By handling the situation calmly and responsibly, you can help ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time at the party. Eat, Rest, Exit!

The Overly Dramatic Guest

Try to redirect this guest to a fun activity or introduce them to other guests who may be able to help distract them. If the guest's drama is becoming disruptive or making others feel uncomfortable, it may be necessary to set boundaries. Politely let them know that their behavior is not acceptable.

The Critic

Shift the conversation to more positive topics or redirect the focus to something more enjoyable. Avoid getting defensive or confrontational & focus on creating a positive & inclusive atmosphere for all.

Smokers

Schedule designated smoking breaks for guests who smoke. This can help ensure that they have a comfortable and enjoyable experience, while also minimizing any potential disruptions to the party.