The Best Sex Games for Couples

Playing doctor is an already popularized sex game for couples, which means you can truly make the concept your own. Try blindfolding the "patient" and having the doctor give a full body exam with "medical instruments" like feathers, spoons, or that jade-eye roller you always forget to use. The patient then guesses what tool the doctor is using.

Make sure to pay special attention to erogenous zones like the neck, armpits, lower back, and mouth, Cook suggests. "We all respond differently to these areas when stimulated, so test a few out in the bedroom and see what works well for you."

If you want a more traditional game with rules, Cook highly suggests Dirty Minds: The Game of Naughty Clues ($17, originally $20) from Amazon. The spicy sex game for couples requires you and your partner to guess clean answers from sexual clues, which is both hilarious and surprisingly hot. "This game is a great way to break the ice, explore the playful side of a relationship, and have some laughs while also uncovering desires, wants, and needs," Cook explains.

In a long-distance relationship? Don't worry, you can still enjoy a sex game for couples. If you're both comfortable with sexting, Cook suggests a flirty round of Guess the Body Part.

"This is a really easy game that can be played anywhere and enhances arousal when apart, as long as you both consent and set boundaries," she explains. "Send pictures to each other of different body parts and try to guess what the picture is of. You can take additional pictures to keep them guessing, and don't forget to add some sexy clues to enhance the atmosphere."

If you're one of those people who gets turned on by friendly competition, you'll want a sex game for couples that actually involves, well, a game. Foreplay in a Row ($43) from Amazon is a sexy take on the classic Connect Four game but with an erotic twist. Each chip represents a foreplay activity. The way to win is by arranging four of your color chips in a row before your partner can do the same. The catch, however, is that the "loser" has to perform the actions written on the chips that won the game, with all activities previously agreed upon to ensure mutual comfort and enthusiasm.

This is one of the best sex games to mix up your ordinary routine, Cook says. Simply make a list of naughty things you have to do, see, or buy, then complete them all as a couple. For example, you could add "Makeout in an unexpected place" or "Role-play as strangers at a bar" to your scavenger hunt.

Scavenger Hunts aren't just for couples together in real life. "Setting up a sexy scavenger hunt for your partner to complete over text can be just as erotic," Cook suggests. Add things like "Take a sexy selfie in your significant other's shirt" or "Share a favorite memory using only emojis" to the scavenger hunt list. Just make sure you discuss digital safety, consent, and privacy before pressing send.

Watching porn with a partner might feel intimidating at first, but hosting your own erotic film fest could make for a great sex game for couples. Emily May, PhD, a relationship therapist from Private Sugar Club, suggests creating your own movie night with adult films. Instead of just watching the sexy Netflix movies or NC-17-rated movies, talk about which scenes turn you on and what you'd like to try.

Cook says if you're planning to have a few cocktails during your date night, playing Truth or Drink is one of the best sex games to get flirty with your partner. Simply take turns asking your partner questions and deciding to either answer them or drink. You can pull together your own list of sexy questions or order a premade deck of cards to take some of the guesswork out of the game, like this Truth or Drink: Extra Dirty Edition ($35) from Amazon.

Trust me, the classic sleepover game is actually way better as a sex games for couples. With your partner, go back and forth asking each other "Truth or Dare," but make it naughty. For example, a "Truth" could be "What's one of your kinks that I don't already know about?" and a "Dare" could be "Give me an erotic, five-minute massage." For more suggestions, snag this Naughty Truth or Dare Kit ($11) from Babeland to keep the game moving.

Cook says body painting can be turned into a playful sex game that allows you to explore each other's bodies. Paint sensual designs on your partner, then have your partner guess what you drew — the dirtier, the better. Either buy some Edible Body Paint ($22) from Amazon or DIY it with some chocolate sauce and whipped cream, Cook says.

This sex game for couples is simple but great for exploring your desires, Cook says. Invest in this Naughty Dice Set ($7) from Amazon and simply roll the dice with your partner. One has different body parts labeled on it, and the other has different actions. However your dice land, act out whatever you rolled.

If you're into erotic short stories or steamy romance novels, May suggests coming up with your own sexy story together. "Take the scene in turns, collaborating to come up with your own erotic story," she suggests. Once you've finished drafting, light some candles and read it out loud. Whether you act out your joint fantasy or just use it to get in the mood, this sex game for couples not only "allows you to be creative, but it fosters open communication, which does wonders for sexual intimacy," May says.

You know those memory games where you have to flip up a card in order to find its match? May says her favorite Erotic Memory Game ($8) from Amazon is just like that, only sexier. "Erotic images and scenes are featured on the cards, which couples then must match and explore together," she explains. "Not only can you test your memory skills, but this sex game for couples ignites arousal and passion in a fun and creative way."

Subscription boxes are a great way to explore your desires without having to source supplies yourself. Cook suggests buying The Fantasy Box ($50), which is a subscription-box service that provides a curated kit of romantic and sexual activities delivered discreetly to your door each month. Each box includes goodies that align with different vibes ranging from sensual to playful. "It's a great way to explore new things, ignite the passion, and keep the spark alive," she says.

Your game night just got a lot more action-packed with this dirty version of Jenga. Similar to the classic game, players take turns pulling wooden blocks out from a stack without knocking the whole tower down. The catch, however, is that these blocks have different role-play activities written on them. The person who makes the tower fall has to perform the act that lost them the game.

This Intimate Bedroom Blocks Game ($10, originally $17) from AdultVibeToys.com can be played with any number of people, making it perfect for couples and polyamorous groups.

If you're looking for another sex game for couples, May says Bedroom Olympics is the perfect blend of flirty competitiveness and foreplay. Create a series of sultry challenges for you and your partner to complete, like timed sensual massages, blindfolded strip teases, and erogenous zone exploration, she suggests. Don your uniforms, pick your hype songs, and complete your "games" to see who the victor is. May says you can also consider awarding prizes for creativity and completion, such as these love coupons ($10) from Amazon.

May says the only thing that could make a romantic bath hotter is with this Foreplay Bath Salts and Card Game ($22) from Amazon. "Each set contains five waterproof cards designed to be used in the bath to enrich your foreplay sessions," she explains. "It's fun, creative, and probably quite different from anything you've tried before." Honestly, who doesn't love a new way to turn a relaxing bath into something steamier?

If you're looking for a simple, effective, and discrete sex game for couples, May loves the Body Alphabet Game. "Use your fingers to trace letters, numbers, and even words on your partner's body. Spell out sensual words and activities you want to do, then try them out when your partner guesses them right," she says. This game is perfect for when you want to tease your partner in public, hinting at exactly what you want to do when you get home.

Rachel Varina is a full-time freelance writer covering everything from the best vibrators (the OG Magic Wand) to the best TV shows ("The Vampire Diaries"). She has more than a decade of editorial experience with bylines at Cosmopolitan, Elite Daily, Betches, and more