Making friends online just became EASY

Real people. Real friendships.

Ludio is the best way to make friends online - we host game nights every day of the week. We combine video chat with social gaming, making connection not only easier but more human. 

Join us and make friends from the comfort of your own home!

Simple steps to start playing!

Ludio is built with the busy person in mind, so it’s super simple to get started!
  • SIGN UP for a game night

  • Join your first game online game night using the event link (sent to your email)

  • As you join, create an account and verify your email!

Game nights hosted by Ludio regulars

Our hosts are the heart of Ludio! They welcome you, explain the games, and make sure everyone feels comfortable and included - whether it’s your first night or your fiftieth. They're certified great friends AND great game players!

Meet Alex

Fridays
Favorite Ludio Games - Knockout, Is it a Word?, Groupthink, The Score, Gaslight

I'm a teacher and book editor from Maryland, and I love a good book. If I could meet anyone, living or dead, for dinner, it would be L. M. Montgomery. My superpower is that I can make something good come out of an Excel spreadsheet. Also, a long time ago, I did some musical theater, so please talk to me about Broadway!

Meet Ankit

Mondays, Fridays (Trivia), Lunch
Favorite Ludio Games - Rainbow Blackjack, Dodgeball, Topaz 25, Hungarian Mafia

I split my time between SF and NY and I grew up in 6 countries across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. I’ve made so many amazing friends by hosting on Ludio and I love introducing people to games they might not have heard of before. When I’m not hosting, I enjoy movies, spin, dance, and K-pop. Can’t wait to meet you!

Meet Crystal

Game Night, Ladies Night
Favorite Ludio Games - Pitfall, Fishbowl, Piranha, Knockout

I am from Ontario, Canada. I am a newer PC gamer. I love playing and trying new games of all sorts. I joined Ludio to play games and make new friends and Ludio has not let me down there. I have two dogs and a lovely fiancé who I love spending time with when I'm not gaming. Can't wait to play with you soon!

Meet Jessica

Sundays
Favorite Ludio Games - Emeralds, Picky Eaters, Coalition, Stoneball, Phantom Ink, Pitfall ('25 Champ!)

I currently reside in WA State. I found Ludio when I was going through a tough transition in life due to health issues. Ludio was a breath of fresh air and I was so overjoyed I found a fun community online. I have my degree in Audio Engineering and enjoy making music. I have a 14 year old black cat.

Meet Katie

Tuesdays, Saturdays (Ladies Night)
Favorite Ludio Games - Oz, Who Goes There?, Pitfall, Phantom Ink

I am from Phoenix, Arizona, but grew up in upstate New York. I work as a teacher and soccer coach. At night, I keep myself busy with my 3 year old daughter by going to the library and reading. I love playing games, hanging out with friends and family, and reading. I love to sing and have sung solos in many different places.

Meet Lilli

Thursdays, Sundays
Favorite Ludio Games - Hungarian Mafia, Phantom Ink, Rainbow Blackjack

I am from the Bay Area, California. I am currently getting my masters in school counseling and doing an internship this year. I love board games, card games, and video games. My favorite video games are Stardew Valley and Town of Salem! My all time favorite show is the Office!

Meet Lom

Tuesdays, Fridays
Favorite Ludio Games - Knockout, Contour, Markup, Fishbowl, Pitfall, Stoneball, Fugitive

Board games and backpacking are my two biggest passions. I work as a teacher/curriculum designer in alternative settings (travel programs, retreats etc) and I love incorporating games, crafts, and music. Originally from Ohio, I now live in Northern CA. My secret pleasure is reality tv competitions.

Meet Maddie

Wednesdays, Saturdays
Favorite Ludio Games - A Night in Oz, Hungarian Mafia, Speedfall, Sound Act Draw!, Contrarian

Aside from Ludio games, I love PC and Xbox gaming. My favorite games are Dead by Daylight, My Time at Portia and My Time at Sandrock. I have a cat and a dog. My other hobbies include crafting, music, reading, and thriller/horror films. I live in Northern CA, and I work for a non-profit helping individuals with disabilities.

Meet Nisa

Saturdays
Favorite Ludio Games - Parrot Party, Emeralds, Rainbow Blackjack, Fishbowl

I currently live in Portland, Oregon, but I was born and raised in MN. I’m a huge foodie- I love trying new cuisines, and experimenting in the kitchen. I enjoy singing, reading, and bingeing reality TV. I’ve been on Ludio since 2024 and have been obsessed ever since. I’ve met 4 of my Ludio buddies in person!

Meet Zee

Trivia, Leagues, Ladies Night
Favorite Ludio Games - Rainbow Blackjack, Knockout, Fishbowl, Interference, Pitfall ('25 Champ!)

I am a proud Wisconsinite, I know a lot about cheese and am a die hard Packers fan. I love all types of games! If I'm not on Ludio, you can find me on Rocket League flying around. I also love crafting, gardening, underground hip-hop, walking my dog, standup comedy, and cooking!

Meet Paola

Wednesdays, Sundays, Thursdays
Favorite Ludio Games - Fishbowl, Pitfall, Yo Ho Ho, Phantom Ink

I’m from Southwest Florida and currently getting my Masters in Social Work. I’m a huge Swiftie, I love fantasy books, and I live to travel. You’ll probably see my dog make an appearance or two during game nights. Looking forward to meeting you!

Meet Kubrat

Fridays, Saturdays (Trivia)

Kubrat's bio is coming soon!

Our community is real, fun, and safe!

FAQs

What is a social game?

Social games on Ludio are games that are meant to be played with other people rather than alone or with bots. Most of our games put you on teams where you collaborate, or least require you to discuss the game with other people and work together.

What are some of the games you play?

We play all kinds of party games, board games, word games, drawing games, bluffing games, card games, and more (e.g. games similar to pictionary, charades, taboo, hearts/spades, Mafia, Uno, etc.).

We play a few different games during each event, and the host will always teach you the rules. Check out our list of games here.

Do I have to know how to play the games before joining my first event?

No, you are NOT expected to know how to play the games before joining the events. Each event is joined by a host who spends a couple minutes explaining the games and their rules. If you like to be prepared though, you can always access our tutorials on YouTube.

Is Ludio free or paid?

You can use Ludio for free 3 times a month, since every user gets 3 free passes a month. If you want to play more often, you have to buy more passes. It's very affordable - learn more here!

Is Ludio safe?

Ludio is a safe and kind community of people from all over the world. People who join our events are inherently interested in playing social games, but they are also genuinely keen on building new friendships. Since there is always a host, our events are moderated and we ensure that anyone that doesn’t comply with our guidelines is removed immediately.

How many people typically join each game night?

A typical game night is joined by 10 people!

What are the technical requirements? Do I need to download something?

No need to download anything - Ludio is in the browser!

You can play on a computer/PC or a tablet, but we currently don't support mobile phones.

You will need a Chromium-based browser like Google Chrome.

Browse our games - they're
preeeetty awesome

Evil Santa
Santa's Elves conspire to deliver charcoal to the world's children. Can the Reindeers stop them?
Eclipse
Can the Wanderers stop the Wraiths from making the Eclipse last forever?
Hearts
Avoid winning tricks with Hearts in them - or, try to win them all!
Spades
Bid on how many tricks you think your team will win, then try to win as many tricks as possible!
Stockings
You don't enjoy stockings, and this game is full of them. Avoid taking tricks at any cost!
Shark!
Get 4 Humans on your beach before everyone else while avoiding the Sharks!
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Our players loooove Ludio

I joined Ludio to socialize and play some online games. Ludio is a great community for casual and friendly games! It is a great way to meet new people through video call and is a lot of fun.

Lilli

Ludio fan since August 2024

I love that I’ve found the Ludio community. The games on Ludio are a ton of fun, as are the people in the community. I discovered the game nights through meetup and felt instantly welcomed to the group. Everyone is friendly and we have a blast playing games together.

Christina

In the game since April 2024

I joined Ludio hoping to find games to play every once in a while.. Not only did I find really fun games I had never played before - I found a loving, welcoming community and life-long friends.
I love Ludio and all my Ludio buddies!

Lauren

Game night regular since Feb 2024

Ludio is a fun interactive video platform that makes playing board games fun with friends and strangers. Great way to relax and wind down at the end of the day.

Vijay

Bringing the fun since June 2024

I found Ludio through Meetup as it was recommended. I found a friendly, casual group open to all skill levels of players. The site is well designed and works perfectly for some casual social games.

I give Ludio two thumbs up!

John

Part of the fun since Feb 2024

I joined Ludio after moving away from all of my friends. I was missing the community and the game nights, both of which I found in Ludio! There’s a variety of games, and the folks who have joined are such fun. I look forward to these nights every week!

Jenna

Gaming and vibing since March 2024

Join the fun today!

Sign up to one of the Ludio online game nights - use one of your 3 FREE passes today!