In the age of remote work and virtual meetings, connecting with colleagues and team members can sometimes feel challenging. However, with the help of technology and innovative platforms like HatQuest, you can turn your next Zoom call into an engaging and memorable experience. In this blog, we will explore some exciting icebreakers and games offered by HatQuest that are perfect for bringing your team together, fostering camaraderie, and injecting some fun into your virtual interactions.
Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge and Unleash the Competitive Spirit
Quizzes are an excellent way to kick off your Zoom call. HatQuest offers quizzes in over 30 categories, catering to various interests and preferences. Whether it’s pop culture, history, sports, or general knowledge, you can select a quiz that suits your team’s tastes. Engage in friendly competition, spark conversations, and discover surprising facts about each other as you compete for the top spot.
Customize Quizzes
On HatQuest, you can create and upload your own quizzes to play with your team. These can be recreational quizzes or something that’s related to your company. The latter can be used for employees to get to know the company and the team better or for training purposes.Â
Pictionary: Unleash Your Creativity and Guess the Drawings
Pictionary is a classic game that never fails to entertain. With HatQuest’s themed Pictionary, you can put your artistic skills to the test and engage in a thrilling guessing game. From drawing iconic landmarks to illustrating movie scenes, the possibilities are endless. This game not only encourages creativity but also fosters teamwork as participants work together to decipher the drawings and guess the correct answers.
Customize Pictionary
On HatQuest, you can create your own Pictionary lists, allowing you to personalize them according to your team’s preferences and skill level.Â
Spin the Wheel: Add a Dash of Excitement to Your Zoom Call
HatQuest’s Spin the Wheel game adds an element of surprise and excitement to your virtual gatherings. Spin the Wheel prompts lively conversations, encourages active participation, and ensures everyone has a chance to share and be heard.
Customize Spin the Wheel
Customize the wheel with different challenges, prompts, or topics relevant to your team. It could be anything from sharing personal anecdotes to discussing future goals. If you’re giving away any lucky draw prizes, the wheel can be a good way to pick people on your team.Â
Spin the Bottle: Break the Ice and Get to Know Each Other Better
Reviving a classic party game, HatQuest offers a virtual version of Spin the Bottle. This game breaks the ice and provides a relaxed atmosphere for team members to get to know each other better. Spin the Bottle prompts various team members to engage in conversations, ask questions, or share interesting facts about themselves. It’s a great way to create connections, build rapport, and foster a sense of camaraderie.
Customize Spin the Bottle
You can play various versions of the game. Here are some ideas for you to customize the game to suit your needs:Â
- Impersonation game: We spin the bottle, and whoever it lands on has to impersonate someone from the office.
- Sing or dance: We spin the bottle, and whoever it lands on has to sing or dance in front of the camera.Â
- Two truths and a lie: We spin the bottle, and whoever it lands on has to tell 3 statements, two truths, and one lie. The rest of the players take a guess on which one is the lie.Â
- Story telling game: Each person takes turns spinning the bottle. When it points to someone, that person starts a story with a few sentences. Then, the next person continues the story by adding a few more sentences, and so on. The story keeps building as the bottle continues to land on different people.
Tombola: Exciting Surprises Await!
Tombola, a game of chance, adds an element of anticipation and excitement to your virtual gatherings. This game keeps everyone engaged and creates memorable moments that will be cherished long after the Zoom call ends.
Customize Tombola:
The host can decide on what prizes the winners of the Tombola positions receive. You can pick the number and types of winners before you start the game.Â
Virtual interactions don’t have to be mundane and devoid of fun. With HatQuest’s range of interactive games and icebreakers, you can transform your next Zoom call into an engaging and enjoyable experience. From quizzes that test knowledge to Pictionary that sparks creativity and from Spin the Wheel that encourages participation to Tombola that brings surprises, HatQuest offers a variety of options to suit your team’s preferences. So, embrace these games, break the ice, and foster a sense of connection and camaraderie in your remote team.
