How to play iMessage games on an iPhone with your contacts

Playing iMessage games with your contacts on an iPhone is a fun way to interact and compete with friends and family. Here’s how you can play iMessage games:

1. Update Your iOS:

• Make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS to ensure compatibility with iMessage games. You can check for updates in “Settings” > “General” > “Software Update.”

2. Open the Messages App:

• Open the Messages app on your iPhone.

3. Start a Conversation:

• Begin a conversation with the contact you want to play the game with. You can either start a new conversation or use an existing one.

4. Access the App Drawer:

• To access iMessage apps and games, tap the App Store icon located next to the text input field within your conversation. It looks like an “A” or the App Store logo.

5. Browse or Search for Games:

• In the App Drawer, you’ll see a list of apps and games. You can browse or search for iMessage games by swiping left or right.
• Alternatively, tap the magnifying glass icon to search for specific games by name.

6. Choose a Game:

• Find the iMessage game you want to play and tap on it to open it within the conversation.

7. Start or Invite:

• Depending on the game, you can either start a new game or invite your contact to play with you.
• Follow the on-screen instructions for the specific game to initiate gameplay.

8. Play the Game:

• Enjoy playing the game with your contact through iMessage.

9. Send Moves or Messages:

• During gameplay, you can send moves, messages, or emojis to your contact within the iMessage conversation to chat and strategize.

10. End the Game: – When the game is over, you’ll typically see the results within the conversation, and you can choose to start a new game or continue chatting.

Some popular iMessage games include 8 Ball Pool, Word Hunt, Anagrams, Crazy 8, and many more. Keep in mind that the availability of iMessage games may vary depending on your region and iOS version. Additionally, not all games are free, so be sure to check if there are any in-app purchases or costs associated with the game you choose to play.

Have fun gaming with your contacts through iMessage!