Five best video games to play with your partner during self-quarantine – Times Now

The coronavirus pandemic outbreak has already gripped all the spheres of our lives. The COVID-19 infections have already claimed 32 lives in India and the total number of coronavirus cases in the country rose to 1251, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a total lockdown of the country for 21 days, starting midnight on 24th March 2020 to curb the spread of COVID-19 infections.

The government has also been issuing advisories from time to time to keep the people updated and informed. The Health Ministry has issued a helpline number to address COVID-19 concerns.

The lockdown period is too boring as people can only step out of their house only if they have an emergency. People are forced to stay indoors and this period is getting tougher for the couples as well as they cannot meet during this phase. All they can do is chat and do video calls. However, there are other things which you can significantly try with your other half amidst the lockdown.

You can rely on playing video games to keep you and your partner engaged during this tough time. Here’s a list of video games which you must play with your partner during self-quarantine.

1. Overcooked: Playing this game with your partner can strengthen your relationship and also test your bond as it requires a lot of coordination. The game involves cooking a variety of food dishes and the game ups the challenge with every coming level. You must keep the ingredients on the plate, clean the plates and also cook them and you must keep in mind the obstacles which might be coming your way while playing the game. Playing this game also enhances your bond as it tests your relation as well as you have to work together in an unusual situation.
2. Mario Kart: Every video game lover might be aware of the name Mario. The game is considered as one of the best multiplayer games of all times. You can definitely enjoy this game with your partner where you have to drive around in the little go-karts and finish the race. You can spend time competing with your partner and throw all sorts of crap at each other while playing the game.
3. Rocket League: You can play this game with your partner during self-quarantine. You need to have control over the car and overcome the explosions while playing the game. You can also shoot in the air where you push around a giant ball. The game can be played both online and using a split-screen as well and you can definitely enjoy this game on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Playstation 4, Windows PC, macOS and Linux
4. Portal 2: The game involves taking control of two test robots name P-Body and Atlas. You can solve the puzzle just by helping each other and thus you need to co-operate well with your partner while playing this game. Both robots will be given guns with different colour and this game is must-play for a couple in self-quarantine.
5. Snipperclips: Snipperclips is an adorable puzzle game where both you and your partner can cut and shape each other while playing. You and your partner must move together to solve this game and you can easily rotate your body and incase your body overlaps, the piece can be used to change the shape of the player. You need to move and fit your body into specific shape to move ahead in this puzzle mechanics.