Age can make a big difference in choosing the best type of games to play outside in the dark. Safety needs to be a priority, especially with younger children. But games outside in the dark can also help young children deal with the normal childhood fears of the dark if proper precautions are taken to make it safe and "monster free".
Location would also be another variant in the type of play that could be recommended, again, especially given the age of the players. A rule of thumb would be: the younger the participants the more light, more adult supervisors, and bigger area of flat surface free of trees or obstacles will be needed. Adult players need to have safety considered, as well, if on a very dark moonless night.
Here are some ideas:
You can play video games, board games, or you can play outside.
I think A fun Outside One Player Game Is Pretend.
They play lots of board games, and play catch as us. They also have some different games then us. They also play games outside like mummy finders or play adventures.
Have them play "Kick the can." Look up the rules of play on google.
pioneers play outside and with their friends and family
Basketball Swimming
the hopi Indians would play or make up some games .mostly outside games
There are many ways to play games without a computer. Such as using an iPad, iPod touch, your smartphone, board games, card games, etc. . . If you don't have any of those for some reason, you can just go outside and play.
Some outside birthday party games for a 17 year old could be flashlight tag. Hide and seek in the dark. You could even do like a firework display.
Spotlight, its fun... you will need at least five people to play it though... and of course it has to be dark, and you need a flashlight
play musical towelsyou can also play games like a water balloon toss and a scavenger hunt, although you might want to be outside for that
Well if you want to NOT be bored go to an online games website or just go outside and play some soccer!