The importance of family cannot be overstated. They are the people who have known you longest and likely love you unconditionally. And family doesn’t even have to mean blood relations – it can be anyone who plays a significant role in your life.
So, spending quality time with your family can be very beneficial for everyone involved. But this is easier said than done. Not everyone has the money or the time to go on family vacations complete with private airport shuttles or to throw endless dinner parties.
That’s why playing video games together is such a great idea. Organizing a family video game tournament offers a fast, unique, and fun way to come together and spend some quality time. But where do you start?
Here’s a quick guide.
Choose the Right Game
There are thousands of video game options across countless categories and platforms. You want to make sure you choose a game that will be enjoyed by all.
But how do you decide? Start by thinking about what kinds of games everyone in your family likes to play. If you have young kids, you’ll want to avoid any mature content. And if anyone in the family is a hardcore gamer, try to find a game that will be challenging enough for them.
Once you’ve considered everyone’s preferences, take a look at some analysis to get an idea of what other people think about the game. You can also check out some trailers to see if the game’s graphics and gameplay look like something everyone will enjoy.
Create a Bracket
A tournament isn’t a tournament without a bracket.
This is where you’ll decide who plays who and when. If you have a small family, you can do a round-robin tournament, where everyone plays each other once. But if you have a larger family, you might want to consider a single-elimination tournament, where players are eliminated after one loss.
To create your bracket, start by writing down the names of all the participants. Then, use a random number generator to decide who plays who in the first round. Once you’ve done that, you can fill in the rest of the bracket by working your way up from the bottom.
Set Up the Rules
Before you start playing, you’ll need to agree on some ground rules.
First, decide how many rounds everyone will play. Will it be first to 10 points? First to 3 wins? It’s up to you! You’ll also need to agree on any house rules. For example, will players be allowed to use cheat codes? Will there be any special power-ups that are off-limits?
By setting these rules ahead of time, you can avoid any arguments during the tournament.
Pick the Prize
What’s a tournament without a prize? The prize doesn’t have to be anything big or expensive—it could be something as simple as a plastic trophy or a certificate.
But if you really want to up the ante, you could put together a prize pack with some fun gaming accessories, cooking utensils, makeup products, concert tickets – basically anything you know your family wants.
That’s it! It’s time to start playing! Gather everyone around the TV or computer and get ready for some competitive family fun. And who knows? Maybe this will become a new tradition for your family.
