# DrawParty for Chromecast

> A fun Chromecast party game! Draw and guess with friends or family at home.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.njacobs.drawparty](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.njacobs.drawparty)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.njacobs.drawparty`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DotNDev
- **Category:** GAME\_CASUAL
- **Downloads:** 67,766
- **Rating:** 3.00 / 5 (188 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.110
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2018-12-16
- **Publisher country:** NL
- **Size:** 51 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.njacobs.drawparty)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://niekjacobs.nl/privacy\_policy\_drawparty.html](https://niekjacobs.nl/privacy_policy_drawparty.html)

## Description

DrawParty is a free Chromecast party game that turns your TV into a shared drawing board. Split into two teams, players take turns drawing words on the big screen while teammates guess before the timer runs out. It’s ideal for family nights, house parties, and any get-together that needs quick laughs and friendly competition.

How it works: connect Chromecast to the TV, open DrawParty on your Android device, form two teams, and draw on your screen (which appears on the TV). Then switch teams and keep the fun going. Key features include 100% free gameplay with no ads or subscriptions, simple setup, kid- and adult-friendly controls, and compatibility with any Chromecast-enabled TV.

## Rankings

- #263,169 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.njacobs.drawparty.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Very fun to play with family and friends.
- Easy and fun to use.
- Works great on devices and connects well.
- Great for kids.

### Cons

- Limited word lists with repetitive words.
- Frequent crashes during gameplay.
- Difficulties in connecting to games.
- Inappropriate words appearing in kids mode.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.njacobs.drawparty)