What are recreational games? For starters, let's go over the dictionary definition for it. The activities which you engage in when you have time available to relax and unwind. At times, the responsibilities in life can become overburdening and the need to just enjoy time alone or with family and friends becomes really important. This is when an individual can choose from various fun and entertaining games to get amused. These games not only relieve stress from your mind and body, but they help you get back to your daily lives with a fresh, rejuvenated mindset. So if you are searching for some of these games, then you've landed at the right article. In the rest of the article, you will find some stimulating and exciting games you can indulge in by yourself, with family, or friends. Let's have a look-see. For Kids and Adults Recreation can be anything from reading a book to listening to music to spending time at the beach to watching movies. Now when you come to think of it, there might be hundreds of games you can play for your enjoyment. Plus, you even have the option on playing them indoors and outdoors. So how can someone make up their mind which to choose? Simple; just follow what you heart and mind desires the most and just go with it. The main point here is to completely forget about any worries or stress you may have and to get a new perspective towards life. Keeping that idea in mind, we will move on to the different types of recreation activities. Outdoor Games

• Ball Games - When I say ball games, I mean every kind of outdoor games which can be played with a ball. This includes basketball, volleyball, baseball, dodgeball, tennis, softball, golf, lacrosse, street hockey, cricket, and so much more. These games are energetic, heart-pumping, and can be played in groups. So invite friends over and/or gather your family on a Sunday afternoon to play them.
• Beach Games - As the name suggests, these games are played while you're at the beach. This includes volleyball, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, building sand castles, and many more. And the best part about playing beach games is that you can spend the entire day at the beach with family and friends, grab a picnic basket, and in the evening, make S'mores. Doesn't that sound fun?
• Snow Games - These games are specially played when there's snow outside and you just can't stay indoors. You can sledge down the hill, snowboard, ski, make snow angels, go ice skating or snowshoeing, build a snowman or an igloo, and have a snowball fight. Now that sounds like hours and hours of fun time in the snow. Don't forget to wear proper attire and keep yourself safe.
• Water Sports - Now I know that we already spoke about beach sports, but there are so many other water sports that has its own category. Water sports will include kayaking, canoeing, rowing, boating, water rafting, water polo, water slide, underwater hockey or rugby (oh yeah!!), skurfing, jet ski, windsurfing, and tons of more games. So grab your swimsuits and get going.

Indoor Games

• Board Games - As kids, we used to play board games all the time. So why not now? When bored, get board games (wink). You can play Monopoly, Parcheesi, Chess, Backgammon, Battleship, Clue, Pictionary, and Scotland Yard. Come rain or snow, board games are sure shot way of having fun no matter what the weather forecast is.
• Playing Cards Games - Cards are always a great way to spend time, whether you're at home, at a friend's, or while traveling. So why not play some cards when you're bored, sitting at home? Call your friends over and play some Solitaire, Rummy, Bridge, Poker, Go Fish, or invent your own game. Just remember, no gambling or betting with money because that doesn't constitute as a recreational game.
• Sports Games - Alright, now this category might seem a bit confusing so let me make it clear. By sports games, I mean indoor games. This includes, indoor squash, tennis, ping pong, billiards, hide and seek, foosball, and air hockey. Some of these games test your physical strength. And you know what, in the end, even after playing for hours and getting tired, the next day you'll wake up fresh.
• Video Games - An all time favorite recreational game is video games. You can never get bored of playing them as the games will never get old. Depending on your age, likes, and dislikes, you can play different video games on PlayStation, Xbox, Wii, on your laptop or desktop, or even online.

So, how'd you like our list of different recreational activities? Do take time out from your busy schedule and spend beautiful moments with your family and friends. You'll remember them for the rest of your life, guaranteed.