From Kirby and Sonic to Minecraft, Portal and the controllers on your shelf, these 40 video game trivia questions cover characters, worlds and familiar game mechanics. There are five rounds of eight, with an answer and official-source reference for every question. Pick the games your group knows, or mix experienced players with newcomers so different interests get a turn. This is an independent fan quiz, not a publisher-sponsored competition.

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How to Run the Five Rounds

Give each team a sheet numbered 1 to 40 and choose one reader. Allow about 20 seconds per question, then ask everyone to lock an answer before the reveal. Once an answer is revealed, it cannot be changed. Some questions share a game, so a later prompt may offer a clue. Give one point per correct answer, with a maximum of 40. Question 27 requires both names; say that before reading it.

Keep devices out of the scored round, but keep the reference list available to the host. Accept an established localized name when it identifies the same character, item or ability. Minor spelling differences should not decide the result. The standard names below follow the linked publisher pages; a group can agree on its preferred localized equivalents before starting. These are knowledge questions, not a recommendation that every featured game suits every age.

For a shorter session, choose one round rather than racing through all five. Read a question twice if needed and give everyone time to commit. After scoring, invite a brief explanation of the answer without changing the points. If teams remain tied, sharing the result is simpler than inventing a new numerical fact on the spot.

For a warm-up with other subjects, use our general trivia questions for adults.

Round 1: Nintendo Characters and Abilities

This opening round is about who the characters are and what they can do. It avoids release dates, so nobody needs to guess which country launched a game first.

  1. What is Kirby's usual color?
    Answer: Pink. [Source]
  2. How does Kirby acquire many of his copy abilities from enemies?
    Answer: By inhaling and swallowing them. [Source]
  3. What is the full name of the bounty hunter you control in the original Metroid?
    Answer: Samus Aran. [Source]
  4. Which Metroid ability lets the protagonist roll through small passages?
    Answer: Morph Ball. [Source]
  5. Who is the recurring hero of The Legend of Zelda series, rather than the princess named in its title?
    Answer: Link. [Source]
  6. What kingdom is home to many adventures in The Legend of Zelda?
    Answer: Hyrule. [Source]
  7. In Splatoon, what sea creature can an Inkling transform into?
    Answer: A squid. [Source]
  8. In Splatoon 3 Turf War, what must a team cover with its ink to win?
    Answer: More ground than the other team. [Source]
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Lock each answer before the host reveals the solution.

Round 2: Sonic and Minecraft

Look for a character trait or an in-game function. Minecraft terms describe its fictional game systems, not instructions about real-world materials or electricity.

  1. What kind of animal is Sonic?
    Answer: A hedgehog. [Source]
  2. How does Tails use his two tails to fly?
    Answer: He spins them like a rotor. [Source]
  3. Which large gemstone is Knuckles known for guarding?
    Answer: The Master Emerald. [Source]
  4. Is Sonic's adversary Dr. Eggman a human or a robot?
    Answer: A human. [Source]
  5. Which block is needed to repair the frame of a ruined Nether portal in Minecraft?
    Answer: Obsidian. [Source]
  6. Which green Minecraft mob is known for approaching players and exploding?
    Answer: The Creeper. [Source]
  7. Which Minecraft material is used to build signal-powered circuits and mechanisms?
    Answer: Redstone. [Source]
  8. In which Minecraft dimension do players encounter the Ender Dragon?
    Answer: The End. [Source]

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Round 3: Farms, Villages and Adventures

The worlds change from a small farming town to mythic realms and machine-filled landscapes. Two questions ask about family relationships inside the story; neither needs a detailed plot retelling.

  1. From which relative do you inherit the farm at the start of Stardew Valley?
    Answer: Your grandfather. [Source]
  2. What is the main town called in Stardew Valley?
    Answer: Pelican Town. [Source]
  3. Which Animal Crossing character is known for helping players obtain a house?
    Answer: Tom Nook. [Source]
  4. Which helpful secretary is a familiar character in the Animal Crossing series?
    Answer: Isabelle. [Source]
  5. What is the name of Kratos's son in God of War Ragnarök?
    Answer: Atreus. [Source]
  6. What is the name of Kratos's axe in God of War Ragnarök?
    Answer: The Leviathan Axe. [Source]
  7. What is the name of the hunter at the center of Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West?
    Answer: Aloy. [Source]
  8. In Horizon, are the roaming creatures called Machines ordinary animals or mechanical beings?
    Answer: Mechanical beings. [Source]
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Compare the final score, then revisit any disputed answer.

Round 4: Co-Op Games and Puzzles

Cooking, teamwork and portals share this round with falling blocks. Where two names are requested, both are needed for the point. No game dialogue needs to be quoted.

  1. What job do players perform together in Overcooked! 2?
    Answer: They are chefs preparing and serving food. [Source]
  2. What is the name of the kingdom in Overcooked! 2?
    Answer: The Onion Kingdom. [Source]
  3. Name the two playable protagonists of It Takes Two.
    Answer: Cody and May. Both names are required. [Source]
  4. At the start of It Takes Two's adventure, the main characters have been turned into what?
    Answer: Dolls. [Source]
  5. Which fictional research organization operates the laboratories explored in Portal 2?
    Answer: Aperture Science. [Source]
  6. What is the name of the returning computer character in Portal 2?
    Answer: GLaDOS. [Source]
  7. How many distinct basic Tetrimino shapes are used in standard Tetris?
    Answer: Seven. [Source]
  8. In standard Tetris, do you clear a line by completing a horizontal row or a vertical column?
    Answer: A horizontal row without gaps. [Source]

Round 5: Controllers and Handhelds

Model names matter here. The Nintendo questions refer to the original standard Switch, not Switch Lite or Switch 2. Controller features apply to compatible games and devices as stated by their makers.

  1. What are the detachable controllers of the original Nintendo Switch called?
    Answer: Joy-Con. [Source]
  2. Which accessory holds a standard Nintendo Switch for TV mode?
    Answer: The Nintendo Switch dock. This question does not refer to Switch Lite. [Source]
  3. What is the standard PlayStation 5 wireless controller called?
    Answer: DualSense. [Source]
  4. Which DualSense feature varies trigger resistance in supported games?
    Answer: Adaptive triggers. [Source]
  5. Which company makes the Steam Deck handheld gaming PC?
    Answer: Valve. [Source]
  6. What operating system is listed in the Steam Deck's official specifications?
    Answer: SteamOS 3. [Source]
  7. Which dedicated button on the standard Xbox Series X|S Wireless Controller captures screenshots and game clips?
    Answer: The Share button. [Source]
  8. Which standard wireless technology lets the standard Xbox Series X|S Wireless Controller connect to compatible mobile devices?
    Answer: Bluetooth. [Source]

If you want a separate screen-entertainment round afterward, our movie trivia questions switch the focus to films.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to own these games to use the quiz?

No. The quiz can be read aloud or answered on paper. It does not require a game account, console or purchase.

How should question 27 be scored?

Award one point only if the team names both Cody and May. Announce that rule before reading the question and use it for every team.

Can I accept character names from another language?

Yes, when the localized name clearly refers to the same character, item or ability. Agree on that approach before playing and consult the linked publisher source if needed.

Are all 40 questions suitable for every age?

The questions avoid graphic descriptions, but some referenced games are intended for mature players. The host should select familiar, appropriate rounds for the actual group.

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