Social games (or "party games") are designed to lower social barriers and build community through interaction and shared experiences. Common examples include:
: A digital or live-action social deduction game focusing on cooperation and identifying "imposters."
: Helping strangers build rapport quickly through shared unconventional actions.
: A survival-themed role-playing game where players must convince others why their character deserves a spot in a fallout shelter.
: Enhancing social skills, communication abilities, and understanding of social roles.
Psychological and pedagogical research suggests that "social games for adults" serve several key functions: