Games, Toys and Playful Ways to Keep Intimacy Fun

Ask a long-term couple what faded over the years and love isn’t the typical answer. It’s actually play, pleasure, and keeping things fresh in the bedroom. Somewhere between paying the bills and planning meals, those moments of exciting intimacy get lost, and getting to it starts to feel more like another chore than an exciting outlet.

One of the fastest ways we’ve found to get out of a rut is erotic games. They let you break out of your comfort zone and give you new things to try and experiment with. You get to be a little ridiculous and playful again.

Why Play Works

Anticipation is half of desire, and an adult game builds it in automatically. Not to mention, the game provides the instructions, so you don’t have to guess at what to do to spice things up.

Another benefit? One’s performance tends to be less pressured. Games can be a bit more humorous and random, and these ones don’t have a competitive winner (usually). It’s all just for fun.

A deck of cards or a guided kit does the awkward work of suggesting something new, so neither of you has to. Instead of having to make or initiate each request yourself, it allows for a bunch to come up spontaneously to try.

Playful Picks from the Store

The Naughty and Nice Dates Kit ($22.50). Ready-made date ideas that range from sweet to spicy. This is the main kind of thing we’re talking about!
Bondage Mini Book ($24.50). A compact guide to restraint, trust, and communication. Useful for getting into BDSM when you haven’t before.
Lovense Lush 4 Bluetooth Remote-Controlled Egg Vibrator ($149). Hand your partner the app, and the remote becomes the game.
Master Series Glow Wax UV Blacklight Reactive Drip Candles, Set of 4 ($30). For some fun sensory play to add to the mix.
Eat Me Gummy Thong & Bra Strawberry ($18.50). Edible, silly, and a great addition to playful moments. Pair it with the Candy Bra ($17)!