These 30 Couple Games Are Guaranteed to Make Your Next Date Night More Fun

Tired of your usual date-night routine of dinner and a movie? If you’re itching to get out of this rut, consider playing couple games during your next hangout with your partner. From board games to video games, these activities aren’t just an entertaining pastime. Introducing a bit of friendly competition into your relationship through a novel experience will keep the spark alive and draw the two of you closer. Whether it’s giggling over Mad Libs, collaborating during Minecraft, or digging deep during We’re Not Really Strangers, couple games create an opportunity for the two of you to bond and form lasting memories. 

Depending on the game that you choose, many of them teach you essential relationship skills—or fortify existing ones—like listening, building trust, solving problems, practicing patience, or working toward a common goal. Others allow the two of you to learn more about one another by asking profound questions. No matter the format or premise, couple games will surely strengthen your union. Plus, couple games are convenient and low-maintenance. With this activity, you won’t have to leave the comfort of your own home, coordinate the details of the happening, or spend a lot of money—unlike typical date nights. And if the weather is dreary or cold, you won’t need a backup plan, making couple games the perfect winter or rainy-day activity.

If you’re considering couple games for your next date night, here are 30 ideas to try, from board games and card games to romantic games and funny games.

Couple Board Games

For couple games that are competitive and engaging, consider board games. As you and your partner vie for the winning title, you’ll strategize and problem-solve. Take a look at the below ideas for your date night.

Paris: La Cité de la Lumière

If you’re looking for a fun two-player game with a stunning setup for your next date night, you can’t go wrong with Paris: La Cité de la Lumière. Set in 19th-century Paris during the World’s Fair, this is a game of two halves. In the first half of the game, you have to fill the streets of the city with a variety of oddly shaped creations. Next, in the second half of the game, the aim is to place more of your buildings close to the street lights than your partner does to light up the city. The concept of the game is deceptively complex, guaranteed to keep you and your partner fully immersed.

Tiny Towns

Tiny Towns is a board game that entails building a town on your own four-by-four grid from a shared pool of resources. For each building you create, you'll earn a certain number of victory points, with the goal being to outscore your partner. Use the resources—i.e., cards and pieces—available to you on the board and start building. The game ends when there are no more resources left. The simplicity of the rules and the numerous strategizing opportunities make this an entertaining experience for any couple.

I Should Have Known That 

Perfect for intimate date nights or double dates, I Should Have Known That is an easy-to-play game for couples or larger groups. Packed with infuriating questions that you should know the answer to, this is a date-night game that will unleash your competitive side. Rather than receiving points for each correct answer, you lose points when you get one wrong. With more than 400 questions, this game provides hours of fun.

St. Noire

Love a good murder mystery? Here’s a game that will have you donning your detective’s hat. St. Noire is an Alexa-hosted, cinematic board game for adults. There’s been a murder in a small town, and the killer has promised to strike again. Together with your partner, listen to the audio track and play along on the board and card game. Will you figure out who the murderer is before the clock runs out?

Fog of Love

If you’re obsessed with rom-coms, Fog of Love is the perfect board game for you. The two-player game has each of you take on a character in your own story. First, you create a persona by drawing cards. Make sure to read your cards and get to know your fictional characters, as you'll be playing this person (not yourself).

After that, it’s time to start playing the game and experiencing the different scenes as your characters. For example, you may play out a "Sunday Morning Date" or an "Awkward Situation" scene. The aim of the game is to create a unique and entertaining love story.

Couple Card Games

Card games are an entertaining possibility for your date night. With their compact size, you can play card games anywhere, whether it’s at your kitchen table or on vacation. Read on for some of the best options for every type of couple.

Machi Koro 

No time to spare? Machi Koro is a fast-paced card game that is perfect for a date-night treat. The aim of the game is to build a city and complete all of the top landmarks before your partner does. When it’s your turn, roll a die or two dice and see what landmarks or buildings you can create. But beware: Sometimes your roll can help other players. The first one to erect all of their landmarks wins the game.

Jaipur

On paper, a two-player trading game where you assume the roles of merchants in Rajasthan sounds like a yawn fest. But Jaipur is a fast-paced activity that gets very competitive very quickly. To get started, each player is dealt a hand of five cards, and a deck of five cards is laid upright. The cards are either tradable commodities or camels. On your turn, you can do one of three things: pick a new card, swap cards from the deck, or sell your wares. However, there’s a twist: The more a certain commodity is sold, the less valuable it becomes. You’d better act fast if you want to score the most points and win the game.

Monopoly Deal

Don’t have time for a full game of Monopoly? Try this mini card game instead. The aim of Monopoly Deal is to collect three complete property sets by trading with the deck and your partner. That may sound easy, but along the way, there are debt collectors, deal breakers, and forced deals—all of which mess up your plans. Deal with the cards and take turns making your move.

Codenames Duet

While some couples love competing for the top prize, others enjoy working together. Should you and your partner fall into the latter category, Codenames Duet is an engaging, collaborative game you can play on your next date night. The aim of the game is to work as a team and figure out who the 15 agents are on the table.

To get started, lay 25 agent cards face down in a five-by-five grid. Then, you or your partner will read a one-word clue and place their finger on the agent they think it’s alluding to. If their answer is correct, they can take the next turn, finding another agent. You will need to collectively find all of the agents before the time runs out.

Couple Video Games

For the couple who loves playing video games, why not incorporate this activity into your date night? Many of these games require working together as a team, so it will strengthen your connection and hone your communication skills. While some require a specific gaming console like Xbox One or PlayStation 4, others have a downloadable option for your PC.

Minecraft

Minecraft is one of the most popular video games—and it’s perfect for couples. With this couple game, you and your partner build a world together, a romantic and intimate task if you ask us. There are several different modes that you can choose, but the survival mode entails gathering materials, building shelter, and fighting off mobs.

Pelican Town

Create your own virtual life with your partner in Pelican Town, the main living area in Stardew Valley. Available on multiple platforms, this game allows the two of you to run a farm together and engage in many activities, such as growing crops, fishing, mining, hunting, and socializing. Living out this fantasy will make for a fun evening.

Overcooked

Do you and your partner love whipping up new recipes in the kitchen? Then, consider taking this shared hobby to the digital realm. Overcooked is a collaborative video game that requires you and your partner to join forces as a team. After choosing your chef, you’ll spend the entirety of the game satisfying your customers’ orders. The goal is to feed as many happy guests as possible, so you can increase your ranking.

Romantic Couple Games

For couple games that are enjoyable and relationship-building, give one of these romantic games a try. Each of the activities in the below list focuses on asking questions that help you learn more about one another. We can't think of a better way to spend your date night.

Love Lingual: The Card Game

What makes the start of a relationship so thrilling is the endless questions you ask. With each answer, you come a little closer to uncovering the mystery of this new, intriguing person. However, if you’ve been together for some time, you often lose that sense of curiosity. That’s exactly where Love Lingual: The Card Game comes into play.

Each of the 150 cards centers around a specific category: Family, Intimacy, Couple, Individual, or Past & Future. You can choose to either focus on one specific topic or select cards from all of the above. Take turns picking a card and asking your partner the question on there. For example, the card may say, "What’s one memory that instantly makes you smile?" Have your partner answer before taking your turn.

We’re Not Really Strangers 

We’re Not Really Strangers is a meaningful couple card game that helps you build a deeper relationship with your partner. Throughout the game, you take turns answering a variety of questions, such as "What can I help you with?" and "How are you, really?" The key is to answer each as openly and honestly as possible. To spice things up, there are also wildcard questions throughout the deck, a couple of cards to dig deeper, and more.

36 Questions in Love 

Next up, boost your intimacy with the 36 Questions in Love game. Interestingly enough, these questions were first used as part of a study on creating closeness between people. Six months after the study, two of the participants got married, leading to whispers that the game could make people fall in love. Why not put that theory to the test for yourself?

The website has the original 36 questions as a click-through game that you and your partner can play together. To play the game, one of you reads the question aloud, and then, both of you answer it. Switch roles for the next question, and so on. Starting off with light, fluffy inquiries, the questions get deeper the more you delve into the game. 

Our Moments: Couples Edition

Sparking interesting conversations and learning more about your partner doesn’t come much easier than the Our Moments: Couples Edition game. Each card has a conversation starter that needs more than a one-word answer. For example, one question is, "If we could quit our jobs, what would we like to do?" To get started, take a card, read it out loud, and let the deep talking begin. There’s no time limit, so you can keep going or move on to the next one.

Truth or Dare for Couples 

When was the last time you played truth or dare? Chances are, you haven’t given this one a whirl since your teenage sleepovers. Why not resurrect the game and play it with your partner? Truth or Dare for Couples is literally what it says on the tin. Packed with flirty and sexy questions, the cards are a fun way to pass the time.

Uncommon Questions 

Think you and your partner have covered every conversation topic? Think again. Uncommon Questions is a pack of 150 conversation-starting questions, each of which is completely original and uncommon. The idea is simple: to start up new and interesting discussions with your partner, no matter how long you’ve been together.

The game rules are easy: Shuffle the pack and draw a card before reading it aloud. Then, let the conversation begin. Starters include "What goals are you proud of seeing your significant other achieve?" and "What is your favorite silly thing to argue about with your significant other?"

Where Should We Begin

Where Should We Begin is a game for couples that fosters deeper connections through storytelling and meaningful discussions. To play this card game, there are two different levels—basic rules with 200 story cards and advanced rules with 30 prompt cards—and a die to choose the topic. Each card focuses on themes like relationships, family, personal values, and beliefs, allowing the two of you to share your thoughts in a safe space. While playing, you’ll reminisce about past shared experiences or learn something new about your partner.

Funny Couple Games

Sharing belly laughs with your significant other is one of the best ways to spend date night. To let loose and lighten the mood, try one of these funny couple games.

The Ultimate Game for Couples

The Ultimate Game for Couples comes with 200 cards that either ask a question or present a challenge. While some of the questions are meaningful, others, such as “What dog breed best embodies me?” encourage silly answers that will make you chuckle. The challenges, on the other hand, are strictly humorous dares like “Let me tickle your foot for 30 seconds without resistance.” You can either opt for a one-on-one game or compete against other couples.

Taco vs. Burrito

If you’re looking for a quick game that’s filled with laughter and creativity, try Taco vs. Burrito. With this couple game, which takes only 15 minutes to play, you and your partner will battle to build the weirdest menu. After choosing a taco or burrito holder and dealing five cards to each player, put the remaining deck in the middle. Once it’s your turn, draw a card from the center stack. The card will either contain an ingredient with a certain value (like +2 or +3), hot sauce that doubles the value of the meal, a tummy ache that depreciates the value, or an action card that allows you to get the card you need. Once you get through the pile, the player with the most points is the winner.

The Couples Game That’s Actually Fun

Like the title implies, this couple game is a fun-filled activity to play with your significant other, whether you’ve been dating for a few months or married for a few decades. The Couples Game That’s Actually Fun comes with 150 cards that each include a question—intended to make you laugh—in one of three categories (Match, Best, or Me and You). While playing, you’ll answer questions like “What’s the weirdest way we show our love?” or “What would our DJ-duo name be?”

Pass the Pigs

Pass the Pigs is a silly, lighthearted game for couples, and it doesn't require any specific skill to play. All it entails is rolling two pigs as dice once it's your turn. Whatever position the pigs land in determines how many points you'll receive (there's a cheat sheet with the various positions and their respective points). Whoever receives 100 points first, wins.

Mad Libs

You probably played Mad Libs with your friends in elementary or middle school, but this word game is also a hilarious activity to do with your partner—and one that's filled with nostalgia, too. You can either purchase a Mad Libs booklet with prompts or create your own with pen and paper. To start, one partner will ask the other to provide a noun, adjective, or adjective (the funnier, the better) to fill in the corresponding blank spaces that are part of a larger story. After filling every open spot, you’ll read the story aloud. Since the provided words are usually completely unrelated to the tale, you and your significant other are bound to erupt into fits of laughter.

DIY Couple Games

Looking for couple games that don’t cost a dime and are relatively seamless to set up? Try one of these DIY games. To play, all you need is your presence and our instructions.

Cinematic Synonyms 

With Cinematic Synonyms, you take a famous flick and swap the title for words that mean the same thing. For example, Gone Girl becomes Away Woman and Green Book becomes Emerald Story. To play this game, both you and your partner should write down a few synonyms based on movies you love. Next, take turns quizzing one another and seeing who can get the correct answers. You can keep score or not—it’s completely up to you.

Two Truths and a Lie

How good is your poker face? Two Truths and a Lie is a classic word-play game that puts your fibbing skills to the test. When it’s your go, come up with two true statements and one lie. For example, you might say, "I'm 36 years old, I'm taller than my brother, and I have a heart tattoo." Your partner will have to guess which statement is a lie, assessing how well they really know you.

Scavenger Hunt 

Surprising your partner with gifts is a great way to keep things fresh. But why not add a twist? If you have a present to give them, you can make a scavenger hunt at home. Start by hiding the gift somewhere in your house. Then, write a series of clues that guide your partner toward the hidden treasure. The more creative you are, the better the game.

Boredom Bingo 

Heading out for a date-night stroll? Why not mix things up by playing some Boredom Bingo with your partner? Before beginning your stroll, jot down eight things that you are likely to see on the walk, such as a red flower or pinecone. Then, cut out the answers and draw four each from a hat. When you have your four items, make a small bingo card and write them on the grid. As you’re walking, keep an eye out for whatever is on your card. Make sure to tell your partner when you see an item before checking it off. The first person to check off all of their bingo items is the winner. 

21 Questions 

Playing 21 Questions is one of the easiest couple games since it doesn't require any materials. To begin, think of a person, place, or thing. Once you have the word in mind, your partner has to ask you a series of yes-or-no questions. If your significant other can guess what you’re thinking before you’ve answered 21 questions, they win the game. If not, you’re the champion.

Name That Tune

With straightforward instructions and minimal setup, Name That Tune is a fun couple game for music aficionados. Pull up your preferred music streaming service like Spotify or Soundcloud, and play a few seconds of a track on one of your playlists. Your partner has to guess the name of the song and the artist. You can adapt this game by deciding whether to provide hints or keep score.