The form of Organization of the Game in Speech Activity in the Process of Mastering Non-Native (Russian) Language Summary The article focuses on the role of game in teaching Russian as a foreign language. Emphasis is placed on didactic functions of the game during the formation of the communicative competence. The relevance of the research is determined by the change in the educational paradigm and the increasing interest in the game forms of practical training. The role of the game in the light of new educational tasks is analyzed. The role of the game in the development of students' communication skills is shown. The article concludes that the usage of the game gives a positively affection on the learning process and its results. Key words: game method, communicative games, interactivity, modern teaching methods, Russian as a foreign language