25 best video games to help you socialise while self-isolating

If the coronavirus means you're facing weeks stuck at home, blasting aliens or exploring oceans together online is a great way to stay in touch with friends

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In this time of quarantine and isolation, we all need to keep up both our social interactions and our spirits. Playing video games with friends online is the perfect solution. You don't have to be good at them, that's not the point - online games provide a location to meet up, chat and have experiences together that may or may not involve blowing stuff up.

Here is a range of titles that can be learned and enjoyed by both complete beginners and veteran gamers. Whether you have an old laptop or the latest smartphone, there's something here you can play with pals even if they're far away.