Howdy, Poptropicanos! I’m pleased to present yet another ranking, this time focusing on the eight classic multiplayer room mini-games.

While many of the games were removed with the introduction of the Blast-Off Arcade in 2018, a select few have remained. I found that the multiplayer games contributed to a heightened sense of interactivity with fellow Poptropicans, making our parties all the more enjoyable.

Without wasting any more time, let us delve into this ranking, shall we?

#8: Balloons 🎈

In the unfortunate position of last place, we have Balloons. *sad trombone* The premise of this game is not very innovative, as it essentially replicates the mechanics of Connect 4, failing to offer a sufficient enjoyable challenge for me. While I do not wish to sound overly critical, I believe this one could easily have been among the five games that were removed, and its absence would not have been greatly felt. Also, I’ve noticed that a significant number of my games tend to conclude in draws, which I find somewhat unsatisfying. 😬

#7: Pathwise 💧

It’s quite ironic that I’ve placed Pathwise so low on my list, given that it was my very first favorite multiplayer room game a long time ago, if my memory serves me right. Pathwise is not a terrible game by any means; however, I tend to feel a bit bored during my goes at it. I do not find myself particularly eager to play again immediately after completing a round with another player. Consequently, it will remain at 7th place. 😛

#6: Hoops 🏀

Hoops is ranked 6th on the court, as I majorly stink at this game! 😀 While I certainly value a good challenge, I get a bit annoyed with consistently losing around 80% of the time. However, I do relish the dynamic and fast-paced nature of this one, particularly in contrast to games like Balloons and Pathwise (shots fired). Therefore, I feel that its placement in the lower-mid tier is appropriate.

#5: Sky Dive 🪂

Next on the list is a game that appears to be a popular choice among players: Sky Dive. In my opinion, this game lacks substance and could use an extended gameplay; however, I can’t deny its addictive nature. The rush of adrenaline I experience right after landing encourages me to immediately replay the game. Remember when it was possible to fall through the floor? That was iconic. I’m going to have to remove some points for the change of that detail.

I could easily make around 20 dives from the clouds before I decide to exit the game, unless my opponent becomes disinterested and leaves first. As I said before, I do wish that each round could be longer and feature obstacles, though ─ similar to many of the ad games we saw in the past.

#4: Paint War 🖌️

We now arrive at the games that have more of an umph factor. Paint War takes its place at 4th, for its fun and competitive essence. The vibrant mess left in the wake of the game only enhances its allure. Although Paint War is comparable to Hoops, I experience a much higher level of joy while playing this game. The idea of operating a paint gun is far more appealing to me than basketball or any other sport for that matter. Am I alone in experiencing a peculiar sense of satisfaction when the paint bubbles burst? 😄

#3: Star Link 🌠

The top trio of games I have picked are those that have always been enjoyable to me. The first among these remarkable selections is Star Link, a game that remains accessible to us even today. It’s always my go-to option for PHC parties nowadays (which we may or may not be having soon 😉). Not to toot my own horn, but I can confidently say that I do quite well in this game. Although I have experienced a few pathetic defeats ahem, thanks for that Smart Icicle, my overall win-to-loss ratio remains pretty impressive. Additionally, I appreciate the game’s visually appealing celestial setting, which adds to its charm. 🌌

#2: Sudoku 🔢

My selection for the 2nd place position may raise some eyebrows, given the opinions I’ve seen expressed by various community members; that being Sudoku. Sudoku ranks among my favorite games to occupy myself with both on and off Poptropica, since I’m a huge nerd. 🤓

The thrill of competing against an opponent to fill the grid as efficiently as possible can be somewhat anxiety-inducing, yet it mostly served as a super fun experience for me. I often found myself pleasantly surprised when I surpassed my own previous high scores. 😁 Without a doubt, this was the common room game in which I excelled the most during its time in Poptropica. Good times…

#1: Soupwords 🍲

Soupwords has claimed the 1st place spot as my favorite multiplayer game, just barely surpassing Sudoku. Although it is fundamentally similar to Boggle, the game does not need to be unique, as its entertainment value is really that great. I have a fondness for games that engage the mind and promote mental sharpness, and Soupwords effectively does just that. I found the concept of using alphabet soup as the game board to be quite clever too! While I may not have been an expert at this game, I’d say I performed decently and thoroughly had fun every time I played, which is what is most important.

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I really miss the feeling of winning at Sudoku and Soupwords! Sure, I had my fair share of losses too, but honestly, I would gladly lose over and over just to have the opportunity to play those games again.

Which game did you enjoy the most? Feel free to share your own rankings and memories of these games in the comments section! I appreciate you reading, and I’ll catch you in the next one. Pop on! 🍀