Whether you’ve been married for over a decade (congrats, btw!) or are fresh into a new relationship, date night can easily become a bit stale. Like, let’s be so real here—you can only watch so many romantic movies and reality TV shows before it gets kinda boring. Luckily, you can always count on a wholesome (…or not so wholesome) game night full of card games and adult board games to get out of a dating rut. And don’t get us wrong—not all couple games have to be spicy…unless, of course, you want them to be *wink wink*.
From conversation cards that get pretty deep to board games that count as foreplay, these games for couples are the best way to pass the time when you don’t want to be bothered leaving the house. But if you’re like, “Ugh, don’t make me learn the rules of another board game,” don’t stress! There are also a few classic games on here, along with some easy and silly ones to bring out both of your playful sides. Plus, while we suggest leaving the X-rated games at home, something like conversation cards or Jenga can totally be enjoyed with family and friends out at a restaurant or bar as well!
So, get cozy and pour a glass of wine to get started with these couples’ card games and board games that’ll keep you both entertained.
Conversation Starter Card Games
1. Actually Curious Curiosity Edition
In addition to being gorgeous (like, I would totally leave this on my coffee table as decor), these cards have thought-provoking prompts so you can get to know your partner better. You’ll ask each other deep questions like, “How do you find fulfillment?” and “What are you willing to fight for and why?” Each deck has 52 cards, the blue ones are the “easy” questions, followed by green, yellow, and red (the most intimate ones). It’s a great way to feel closer to your partner, your BFF, your family, or anyone else in your life.
2. Coconu Connect Card Games
Developing a deeper bond by sharing, flirting, and trying new intimate experiences is exactly what this card game aims to do. With three types of cards—insight, ignite, and invite—you and your partner can get as serious (or silly) as you wish.
3. We’re Not Really Strangers Couples Edition
For couples looking to strengthen their connection, these cards dig deep with over 100 original questions and wildcards to spice things up as you go through three different levels of “Whew, we’re getting really real here.” Warning: This game will unlock honest answers.
4. The Ultimate Date Night Game for Couples: Would You Rather?
Dinner and a movie? Been there, done that! Liven up date night with 250 “Would you rather?” questions—from flirty and frisky to silly and philosophical. You get to set the tone for a fun, interactive date night and choose your own adventure, so it’s kind of a win-win for everyone.
5. The Fair Play Deck
Whether you just moved in together or hit a snag in domestic bliss, this card game based on Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club Pick will spark convos that’ll help you two live together better. Rebalance your to-do lists, rediscover your skills and interests, and get to know more about each other in the long run.
6. Where Should We Begin
Think you already know everything about your partner? Think again! This card game from world-renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel encourages storytelling with prompts like, “Share something that’s changed your worldview” or “One of the things keeping me up at night is…”
7. Lip Service
This raunchy card game invites you and your person to answer questions like, “What’s the worst thing that can happen after sex?” or “At what age should people stop having casual sex?” It’s sure to make you laugh, but you’ll also learn more about your partner through these funny and honest questions.
8. Our Moments
The other nice thing about conversation starter decks is that you’re not limited with time, and it’s perfect for killing a few minutes here and there without committing to an hours-long game of Monopoly. This deck has 100 questions that are great for getting to know each other or for understanding more about each other.
9. Love Language
Another conversation starter deck like the above, this one is separated into color-coded categories like family, intimacy, couple, past and future, and individual, making it perfect for splitting up into separate topics or mixing and matching.
10. The Ultimate Game for Couples
If you like friendly game nights with other couples, this game is great because you can play with just two people or with other pairs. There’s a mix of personal trivia questions and challenges.
11. Realizations
This is like The Newlywed Game, but deeper. Instead of guessing where your partner’s dream vacay is, you have to answer stuff like, “What is your partner’s deepest childhood wound?” — I know, right? You’re pretty much guaranteed to walk away with a more insightful understanding of your partner after one round of this game.
12. Table Topics Destination Anywhere
This sleek-looking box of 135+ questions will give you some serious vacation inspiration. You can both answer questions like “Do you prefer taking tours or seeing sights on your own?” and “Where would you like to go if it wasn’t so difficult to get there?” Better to learn your partner’s travel style now, right?
CARD GAMES
13. SERVD- His & Hers
Inject some fun and cheekiness into your routine to make every day a game. This hilarious card game is all about spontaneity and getting your partner when they least expect it. Just split the cards between you two and serve them up with a card they have to obey whenever and wherever you see fit.
14. You & Me
Get ready to get reallll intimate. This sexy card game encourages you to turn things up a notch with prompts like “Using a drop of lubricant, massage, stroke, tickle, and caress every part of your lover’s crotch.”
15. Uno Dare
Who doesn’t love Uno? This version comes with options to add dares onto certain cards, making drawing two somehow even riskier. There are some PG dares included in the deck, but you can also make up your own. And don’t worry, the PG dares are still guaranteed to make you laugh (like putting a card between your knees and walking around or blowing only one card off of the pile).
16. Codenames Duet
The uber-popular Codenames game, but this one is designed specifically for two people, making it even easier. You and your partner work as a team, trying to eliminate words based on certain cryptic clues they give.
BOARD GAMES
17. Off Topic Adult Party Game
Get those brain juices flowing and stir up some hilarious conversations during your next date night. Draw a set of topics, roll the die to set the letter your responses must begin with, and race against the timer to write down answers for each topic that begins with the letter rolled. Good luck defending your answers—that’s where the real fun happens.
18. The Adventure Challenge…In Bed
Fifty spicy adventures and intimate games await you in this scratch-off book that’s guaranteed to get you lucky. Rather than focusing on different positions, it encourages you to strengthen your connection with your partner…but don’t worry—it’ll still be super spicy. Just don’t be hesitant to explore outside your comfort zone.
19. Lovehoney Sexopoly Board Game
By now, there’s a Monopoly version for basically every state and hobby, so it makes sense there’d be a sex version as well. Similar to the normal game, you move tokens and land on properties, but in this version, there’s a lot more flirting and sexual trivia involved. Oh, and if you can’t pay your rent, the other players might literally take the shirt off your back.
20. Twister
This game is an absolute classic. No matter how old you are or who you’re playing it with, it brings out the kid in you. Although this can be a fun way to mix up date night, it can also be a quick way to spice things up. Make up your own rules as you go. May we suggest each time someone “loses,” they have to take off an article of clothing?
21. Oh! Fantastic Foreplay Board Game
Board game night just got a lot spicier! Here’s the deal: Level One cards call for you to do something flirty, like play with your partner’s hair, and as you go up in levels, the prompts get more intense. There are also cards that help you discuss turn-ons, and did we mention the set comes with a blindfold and tickler?
22. A Little Wordy
If you like a little friendly competition, this two-player word game might be for you. Basically, you and your partner each come up with a word from the pile of letters you have and then use clue cards to try and figure out each other’s words. Fun, right?
23. Jenga
It’s a fact: Everyone enjoys a good game of Jenga. But I’ve got a way to take it to the next level to make it an extra-fun couples game. You can get one of those conversation decks and write some of the prompts on your Jenga blocks. Whoever pulls and places the block has to answer the question or prompt written on it. Or, you could write funny (and/or sexy) activities on the blocks that each player has to do. Really, the world is your oyster, and you can personalize your Jenga blocks however you want to.
24. Wavelength
If you and your partner are always reading each other’s minds, you’ll love Wavelength. Not only does it look so different from typical games (alllll your friends will be like, “What’s this one?” at your next get together, I promise), it’s all about guessing what’s on your partner’s mind.
25. Bananagrams
Like Scrabble but without the bulky board, you can toss Bananagrams in your purse to play over dinner or a picnic easily. Once you see how convenient it is to pick up and start a game of Bananagrams, you’ll be hooked.
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Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.
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