Virtual date night games to play together on video
A simple plan for a virtual date night: one link, video on, and a few free browser games that give the evening a shape, from a quick warm-up to a longer head-to-head match.
A video call works for catching up, but a date night needs something to do together. A game gives the evening a point, gives you something to tease each other about, and keeps you on the call longer than usual.
On PlayFaceToFace you send your partner one link and play in the browser with video chat built into the room. There is nothing to install and no account to create, so the date starts when you are both ready.
Ready for tonight?
Backgammon is a two-player race with a bit of luck and plenty of comebacks. Create a private room, send your partner the link and keep the video on.
A simple plan for the evening
You don't need a schedule, but a loose shape helps the evening feel planned rather than improvised:
- Warm up with questions Start with a few rounds of Would You Rather?. The questions get you talking and laughing before anyone is competing.
- Play a proper match Move on to a head-to-head game like Battleship, Backgammon or Connect 4. Agree on a small stake, such as who picks the next film.
- Wind down Finish with something slow, like a game of Chess or Reversi while you talk about the week.
Games that work for two on a video date
Every game here plays with two people in a private room. Pick by the mood you want:
| Game | Good for |
|---|---|
| Would You Rather? | Talking, learning something new about each other |
| Battleship | Suspense and big reactions when a ship goes down |
| Backgammon | A longer match with a bit of luck and plenty of comebacks |
| Connect 4 and Tic Tac Toe | Quick rounds and rematches |
| Chess and Reversi | Slow, thoughtful play with time to chat |
How to set it up
- Open the game and create a private room.
- Send your partner the room link in any chat app.
- Turn on the video call in the room, or keep your usual FaceTime or Zoom call running.
- Use a laptop or tablet if you can, so the board and your partner's face both fit on screen.
When one game ends, start a rematch or open another game from the same tab. Nobody has to sign up first.
Ideas to make it feel like a date
- Order or cook the same dinner and eat it before you play.
- Dress up a little, even if you are both at home.
- Play for small stakes: the loser plans the next date or picks the next film.
- Keep a running score across date nights and crown a winner each month.
For long-distance couples
If you live in different cities or time zones, a regular game night can become a routine you both look forward to. Our guide to online games for long-distance couples covers shorter games for busy weeks, and games for long-distance friends covers playing with a group of friends.
Frequently asked questions
What games can couples play on a virtual date night?
Would You Rather? is good for talking. Battleship, Backgammon and Connect 4 suit a head-to-head match, and Chess or Reversi suit a slower evening. All of them play with two people in a private room.
Do we need to download an app?
No. Both of you play in a web browser on a phone, tablet or laptop. One of you creates a private room and sends the link.
Can we see each other while we play?
Yes. Rooms have a video call built in, or you can keep your usual video call running alongside the game.
Are the games free?
Yes. All of these games are free to play online.
