Manuals like (336 pages) include programs for socio-psychological development.
: Providing emotional relaxation and a distraction from everyday problems.
: A survival-themed role-playing game where players must convince others why their character deserves a spot in a fallout shelter.
Social games (or "party games") are designed to lower social barriers and build community through interaction and shared experiences. Common examples include:
Psychological and pedagogical research suggests that "social games for adults" serve several key functions:
: A game of association and imagination where players interpret abstract illustrations.