PowerPoint isn't just for work presentations — it's secretly one of the best platforms for hosting a game night. No extra participant app is needed for host-run games, but the host still needs the Microsoft PowerPoint version and device listed on the selected product page. Just open a file, connect to your TV, and play.
Here are the best PowerPoint game night ideas for 2026, all available as instant downloads that have product-specific device and PowerPoint requirements.
Why PowerPoint Is Perfect for Game Night
- ✅ Product-specific compatibility — check the product page for the supported device, Microsoft PowerPoint version, and scoreboard behavior
- ✅ Can be displayed on a TV or projector when the host device and connection are compatible
- ✅ No internet required during the game — download once, play anywhere
- ✅ Fully editable — customize questions, add your own content
- ✅ Looks professional — animations, sound effects, automatic scoring built in
- ✅ Reusable — one purchase, unlimited game nights
1. Family Feud PowerPoint Game (Most Popular)
The most downloaded PowerPoint party game for a reason. The Family Feud Template comes with everything built in — the classic game show format, animated reveals, and fully editable questions. Works for any occasion, any group size.
Best for: Family game nights, office parties, birthday parties, any gathering of 6+ people
2. Pub Trivia PowerPoint Game
10 rounds, 100 questions, zero prep. Our Pub Trivia Game is the complete trivia night in a single PowerPoint file. Just open, share your screen or connect to a TV, and run a full trivia tournament from your living room.
3. Jeopardy PowerPoint Template
Our Customizable Jeopardy Template lets you build a complete Jeopardy board with your own categories and questions. Perfect for themed game nights, classroom reviews, or corporate events where you want fully custom content.
4. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire PowerPoint
The dramatic format of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire translates perfectly to a PowerPoint game. Lifelines, dramatic music, escalating difficulty — all built in and ready to play.
5. Music Trivia PowerPoint Games
Our music games are some of the most popular PowerPoint party games available:
- Name That Tune — guess the song across the decades
- Finish the Lyrics — 30 songs, 6 rounds
- Emoji Song Quiz — decode the emojis, name the song
6. Holiday and Seasonal PowerPoint Games
Ready-to-play themed games for every occasion:
How to Set Up a PowerPoint Game Night
- Download your game — instant download, available immediately after purchase
- Open the file in Microsoft PowerPoint — use the version and device listed on the product page; Google Slides compatibility is not advertised for the listed game products
- Connect to your TV — HDMI cable or AirPlay/Chromecast
- Enter slideshow mode — press F5 on PC or the play button on Mac
- Divide into teams and play — that's it
Total setup time: under 5 minutes.
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Related game-night resources
This page focuses on Microsoft PowerPoint selection and setup. Use the TV and projector guides for display-specific instructions. Browse all digital game-show templates, review the learn the digital game-show workflow, and continue with use the complete hosting checklist. If you choose a downloadable game, open the ready-made PowerPoint trivia game and confirm its file format, required Microsoft PowerPoint version, supported device, and scoreboard behavior before purchase.