Sexual Wellness

13 best sex games for couples in 2026, approved by Glamour's sexual wellness writer

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Sex games FAQs, answered:

How can you avoid feeling awkward while you play sex games together?

The number one thing I hear from friends is that they worry about feeling silly when trying a sex game or role play. Totally normal! “Accept that awkward is part of it," says Anna Richards, founder of ethical erotica platform FrolicMe. "Have a sense of humour and laugh if anything feels awkward. In fact, why not make it extra awkward and look into your partner's eyes when an uncomfortable topic comes up?

"Embrace the awkwardness. Then, if you're brave enough, talk about what makes it an uncomfortable topic. Also say if you’re nervous. That honesty is far more attractive than pretending confidence you don’t feel.”

She adds: “Remember it is a game so there should be no pressure and no expectations, so treat is a fun and playful, it helps to soften any tension and curiosity takes over.”

Can sex games improve communication?

“Sex games are great for getting couples to start talking about sex in a lighthearted way," says Richards. "They can also be great for opening your mind to new things you can try in the bedroom.

"Games can reveal what excites you, where your limits sit, and how your partner likes to give or receive control. You’re communicating without turning it into a serious discussion, and that can feel safer, lighter, and more honest.”

How do you choose the right sex game for your relationship?

“I'd recommend picking one out at a sex toy shop together for an extra connective experience," says Richards. "Or, do some internet research together and try searching for games along different themes (nerdy sex games, kinky sex games, romantic sex games). Most of them have questions or other prompts to discuss sexual likes, dislikes, and fantasies.

"Also choose something that reflects who you are not who you feel you should be. If you feel shy together, don’t go for something too intense, however if you are already feeling comfortable, choose a game that nudges you a little outside your routine.”

Do sex games always lead to sex?

“Sex games aren't just a prelude to sex; their purpose goes beyond the physical," explains Sienna Halliburton, sex educator at Je Joue. "They serve as creative tools to break the monotony of routine, inviting both partners to step out of their comfort zones and engage in new forms of connection and pleasure.

"Whether it's exploring new sensations, ideas, or strengthening emotional intimacy, sex games are about enriching your relationship dynamically. They provide a pressure-free environment to experiment and communicate desires, fostering a deeper understanding and bond that doesn't always have to culminate in sex. It's about the journey together, not just the destination.”

Penetration and orgasms aren’t the point of sex — and they aren’t the point of sex games either.

Who are sex games best for?

Short answer: Anyone. “They’re great for couples who want to spice things up and for people who want a gentler, lower-pressure way to explore intimacy," explains Courtney Boyer, relationship and sexuality expert. "If you feel like you've been stuck in a routine, struggle to initiate or communicate about sex, have mismatched desire levels, or want more emotional closeness, then sex games are for you.

"Sex games provide structure in situations that can often feel awkward, and for many, structure is incredibly freeing.” They might also be helpful for couples who don't get much tme together, along with long-distance sex toys


Meet the experts:

Sienna HalliburtonHead of Brand and Sex Educator at Je Joue.
Anna RichardsFounder of ethical erotica platform FrolicMe.
Courtney BoyerRelationship and sexuality expert.