Online Games for Remote Teams That Bring Your People Closer

Online games for remote teams aren’t just a fun distraction. They’re one of the best ways to build connection in distributed work environments. As a remote-first, boutique recruitment agency working in the games industry, we know a thing or two about the power of games. Our team is spread across multiple countries and we only meet in person once or twice a year. That is why we’ve learned the importance of carving out regular moments to connect, not just about work, but as people. One thing that worked particularity well for us? We introduced weekly team building sessions focused entirely on fun.

Since we’re gamers at heart, we often use this time to play casual online games together. These aren’t just quick distractions, they’ve become rituals that help us bond, laugh, and learn more about each other. Most of the games we love are free-to-play, some freemium, and all easy to access with a link and a good sense of humor.

Here are our top online games for remote teams that we keep coming back to for laughs, bonding, venting and brain breaks:

1. Among Us

This iconic social deduction game needs little introduction. In Among Us, players take on the role of crewmates trying to complete tasks while one or more imposters attempt to sabotage and eliminate them. The tension, betrayals, and wild accusations make every round a hilarious test of trust.
Fun fact: our remote gaming time started with this game, and our gaming-dedicated Slack channel is still proudly named Among Us. It’s a staple that continues to spark laughter and paranoia in equal measure.

2. Skribbl.io

This online drawing and guessing game is like Pictionary with a multiplayer twist. Each player takes turns drawing a word while others guess what it is in real-time. Points are awarded for quick and accurate guesses. We bring out Skribbl when we’re feeling adventurous. No one in our team claims to be particularly talented at drawing, which is exactly why the results are so fun. It’s our go-to version of charades, just with chaotic digital sketches.

3. Gartic Phone

In Gartic Phone players alternate between writing quirky prompts and drawing what they see. By the end of each round, you’ll trace the hilarious journey of how a simple sentence turned into complete nonsense.
This game never fails to surprise us. We’ve had some truly wild interpretations. It’s creative, absurd, and a perfect game to vent.

4. Codenames

Codenames is a clever word association game where two teams compete to identify their agents based on one-word clues. Each team has a spymaster who gives hints to help their teammates find the correct words on a shared grid, without accidentally selecting the opponent’s agents or the deadly assassin word.
It’s one of our all-time favorites. The mix of strategy, communication, and low-pressure competition hits just the right balance. Plus, it plays well with both small and large groups.

5. Make It Meme

This is a multiplayer meme-making party game where players create and vote on the funniest memes using random image templates. You get points based on how many teammates vote for your creation.
It’s a brilliant choice when the team needs to vent a little or unwind with something light-hearted. We’ve had entire sessions turn into inside-joke-fueled meme wars.

6. Crowdparty

Crowdparty is our latest discovery, and it’s already a hit. It’s a collection of lighthearted party games like “Would You Rather”, “Who’s Most Likely To…”, trivia, and more. What makes it special is how much it helps us learn new things about one another.
It’s perfect when you want something that combines fun and deeper connection. The games spark conversations and often reveal surprising details about team members’ lives.

Online Games For Remote Teams Can Be Real Fun!

Whether you’re a remote team in the games industry like us, or any distributed crew looking to build connection beyond work tasks, these online games for remote teams are easy, fun, and genuinely bring people closer together. Got any online favorites we should try next? Let us know, we’re always game.