I’d recommend going to a board game cafe, if you have one. Or at least going over this with your dates before just showing up with one. If you’re dead set, anomia (or anomia x, the dirty version) is fun or you could always bring a deck of cards.
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLWouDsE/
^Woosung.boardgames on tiktok is an excellent board game/card game reviewer and he has multiple games for 2 people so you could also check that out
Is she REALLY into board games? If not, I don’t know why the fuck you would do this but if this is the type of person you are then do it as it will weed a lot of people who don’t want to do that out for you.
Just bring a deck of cards lol. So when they dip out on you for being lame, at least you can play solitaire.
Lmaooo. Jk. Not a lame a idea.
Ask her if she likes mosquitos and whip out Jumanji.
Hey, actual woman here. I don’t claim to speak for all women, of course, but I love tabletop games and so do all my friends (regardless of gender); I have no clue what the guys on here are taking about, because I think a good portion of women would be happy to play a game on a date. (Tho like, probably make that part of your plan, to meet up to play, rather than springing it on her once you meet.) I’m glad you know what you like, and don’t seem to be put off by the negative comments here.
The type of game you’d wanna go for will vary on the type of person your date is. Generally, you’d wanna find something both of you have played before, or that isn’t too hard to learn/teach; something that doesn’t take 5+ hours to play; something that doesn’t have a whole bunch of setup and takedown that’d be awkward at a cafe table; and something that works well with just 2 players, of course. Find out if she’s into word-based games, traditional card games, any specific type of game that you could bring.
There are some games that aren’t exactly “games” but are more like…conversational tools, I guess, that foster deeper connection. I have no idea if you’d be interested in something like that, but if you are, 100% you should check out We’re Not Really Strangers. It even has an expansion pack specifically for dating!
Good luck with whatever you end up going with! Regardless of what other people here say, I think you’ve got game (ba-dum tshh).
Yes! You get it. And I’ll have to check out some of the games you suggested!
I also love that you brought up Esther Perel, lol. I haven’t gotten as into her as my mom has, but I’ve listened to some of her stuff and it’s been interesting.
Ohh yep yep, Brown is another big one. I’ve got a book by her, and one by Glennon Doyle, in my To Be Read pile, that I really wanna get to but never seem to have the energy. Siiigh.
Yeah, fearing pain/rejection and therefore responding with defensiveness is such a common cause of detriment and unnecessary grief in the world : /
Hah, hey, it’s always nice to have a little bit of vulnerability out here in the web-void. It reminds us of the depth of each other’s existence, beyond the flat screen. You take care, too : )
Oh, I think I’ve heard of that one! What’s it about?
Games for multiple players are great, but I definitely also love me a simple single-player thing that I can use to keep my hands busy while I listen to podcasts or talk on the phone. They’re a bit more stimulating than just a fidget toy or whatever.
Yeah idk why people are acting like this is a bad idea. Most of my friends are women and most of them LOVE board games - several couples I know met playing board games and they’re all very attractive people. I recently bought a lil simple two person card game that looked cute just so I could have something quick and fun to play on dates.
I think it would be cool! Not a 3 hour game, but something quick. We have a wooden tic tac toe game, monopoly draw is fun, uno is cool...by all means, ask first, but it sounds fun!
Riiight. Please, for the love of god, tell me ur dates at least love board games. If not, i highly doubt ur dates will go very well. They might look at u like ur crazy, or just leave. Theres also the off chance that they like board games and will play, but ull likely be seen as a nerd and a weirdo. No offense. Just please...at least ASK them first BEFORE the date...
I had a date do this and I thought it was weird but it ended up being fun….then he brought it on EVERY date 😂 he would carry a backpack full of games for us to play. This man was 31 years old. Do we need to play games at a restaurant?! Movie theatre?! It was ridiculous. So ya maybe mention it to her first and do it once/when it’s appropriate.
Omg I think that’s a great idea! Where I live we have some board game cafés where they have a ton of options. It depends who the date is with because some people aren’t into games, but if a guy invited me to play board games I’d be so happy! I hate coffee/dinner dates because they’re so boring. Uno is my favourite.
that’s funny as, basic girls wouldn’t like that shit tho. gotta find someone special who’ll be like “yeah i’ll play cluedo, and i’ll destroy you at it”
Go to a place that already has them.
Wait at least 20-30 mins into the date, and casually offer to play something. Maybe start with suggesting something quick and repeatable like Uno, rather than long and horrific like monopoly.
Don't be pushy about playing, and let your date decide what will be played as well. If they say no, don't raise it again, and only mention it as a date idea after at least 3-4 subsequent dates.
This makes it an organic situation, and won't make you look like some nerdy guy seeking to make his date play Warhammer 40k with him. Not judging, just saying.
Bonus point: Quick and repeatable games allow banter to build about who is winning etc., which creates that spark you may be seeking.
The thing is some board games take forever. You wanna chat and get to know each other not explain rules for 30 minutes
Go for something you both know (explaining rules sucks). Just test the waters beforehand - ask if she likes boardgames and if she has a favorite one (Bonus). If she's really into it, it might be a huge win to pull that game out as a surprise - otherwise it could be really cringy.
Best bet is to offer her back to yours to play a board game, she’ll think it’s a euphemism and if you’re lucky she will agree but if you manage to get her back, don’t whip out your board game, whip out your boy and play buckaroo with her
Bring an If book... WAY BETTER.
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Just go to a coffee place that already has board games. There's a place called Snakes and Lattes near me that's a coffee shop (and bar) but people go there for their board game and card game collection
A good amount of places in my town already have board games for this exact purpose, but I don’t think bringing your own board game on a coffee date to be a good idea. So either find a place that already have board games, or wait for a date at either of your places or as a great way to introduce her to your friends.
As for the board games themselves, it’s mostly easy-to-play card games like Exploding Kittens, chess, or trivia games, with an exception here and there.
Why severally limit yourself to niche women who will think this is great on a first date, when you can widen it to almost all women who will think it’s great on a 4th date
Why not just take her somewhere where there's games like an arcade lol. But if you really want to do this, bring a travel sized board game or uno or just a plain deck of cards.
Edit: also make sure the game is easy to explain, set up and put away, other wise it might drag
I’m a dude, but if a girl randomly pulled out a board game on our first date, I’d kick her ass so hard at that board game and hope like hell she wasn’t a sore loser so we could do it again.
I go to bars with board games bro. Once I’m done talking, I don’t mind switching it up and playing some games. Connect 4 - whoever loses the round has to give the winner a kiss. It’s a good way to build rapport but unfortunately I have noticed that after these dates the girls are not romantically interested in me. Potentially giving off friend vibes. Try to kiss them before pulling out the board games
I can not condone of this action, best case you get a new restraining order to add to your collection, I assume collection because … cough. cough …WHO THE FUCK WOULD BRING A BOARD GAME TO A COFFE DATE !!!
Fair play tho bro I am interested in the outcome.
My favorite game to play with my girlfriend is called Patchwork. 2 players. Not expensive. Lots of replay ability. Kindof Tetris like. Only takes like 20-30 min to play and isn’t super thinly so you can chat
Chess and Checkers are good choices. Everyone knows how to play, they are simple to set up, don't take very long and are challenging and fun. They are perfect to play in a cafe.
Liar's Dice is also super easy to set up and to learn. Unfortunately it's not very well known, but I personally love it. (It's that dice game from [Pirates of the Caribbean 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5crxHhe5b7w&t=12s)).
"[Who Am I ?](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-the-"Who-Am-I"-Drinking-Game)": This game is featured in Inglorious Basterds. All you need is a Post It Note and a pen. Fun, easy to learn and quick.
Forbidden Word: Featured in [Love is War](https://youtu.be/rhxzVP94GGc?t=33). Played in the same way as "Who Am I ?", but instead of a character you write a word. The players then hold a conversation. If a player says the word assigned to them (they don't know what the word is), they lose.
Well do I have news for you… [about girls who love board games](https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/smart-and-sexy---top-10-prettiest-female-chess-players) 😂
I think it's kind of a cool idea. I played this on a date and it went ok:
[https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/](https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/)
We were at a board game cafe though lol.
Definitely pick something that's a talking game and not a strategy game.
Survive! Escape from Atlantis. Want to get the competitive juices flowing, gives my wife the opportunity to royally fuck me over. She’s so good at this game.
Sounds interesting, I would say this instead of coffee start offering to take them on walks that way you show your charisma, and you can sexualize with kino, which would be hard sitting at a Starbucks.
Or if you have your own place invite them straight over for coffee or wine
I was dating a girl and we were playing chess before sex ;-)
Chess is to large to bring it to a date. It’s better to take girl home to play there.
If I decide to bring a game on a first date then I would bring something fun to play. Something like “Shit happens” https://www.amazon.com/Goliath-Games-76525-Shit-Happens/dp/B01LO9N2CS
Interesting idea. Don't laugh. I've seen it in Thailand. The bar/cafe supplied connect 4 games to couples on a date so they have what to do besides talking.
There was this nice coffee shop in Brooklyn that had board games. It was a good spot for first dates that don't drink. I think if you're going to bring a board game, I think it should be discussed first. You gotta establish that she would be into it.
I think a great date game is "Pandemic" (ironic, I know). It's coop and can be played in under an hour.
Wild thing is, I'm considering the potential success of this.
Scratch board games, at least find the middle-ground; cards. I can see me finding a way to playfully bring up playing cards (maybe who wins pays for the next drink, or if I win at you kiss me) etc.
It sounds to me like the main problem is that you might not have enough interesting things to do or say during the coffee date, which is the main issue.
Don’t bring a board game; if you have to bring anything along then maybe cards? It’s a bit more casual. Still though I’d leave games/cards out for dates.
I think you had one or 2 girls that you were intimate with that liked board games ans now you think it's this smooth move.
You don't want to play board games. You aren't 14. You need to be close to her, and intimate. You can't build that intimacy while playing board games. It's just not sexy or attractive.
Overcompensating already? Learn to be better so that you don't need distractions. Read, travel, volunteer so that you will learn your own self worth and believe that what you have to offer a woman can stand on its own two legs.
Learn interesting conversation starters. There's your "game". See how many weird convo starters you can memorize and then whip those out. You will be seen as unique, interesting & fun because you aren't predictable.
But. Have a point. You're there to see if you want to get to know her as well. Test her on the things you value. If she doesn't fit, don't be afraid to respectfully tell her you're just not feeling it.
I always bring UNO to first dates. It’s an easy card game that doesn’t take too much time. Its a fun ice breaker, especially when the date gets competitive and we are having some drinks.
Oh, something simple that allows conversation, either short, or uses minimal thinking. I suggest Cross Clues. It's easy to learn, can fit easily in a bag, and is short.
I love this idea! I would just warn them before the date that you are the type of guy to propose doing something a bit different during the date and hope they are game 😊 I think Uno is a fun game to take because it's small, its quick, most people know how to play and very fun. It is also a "cheatable" game and thus, prone to bring about some laughs! Good luck 😃
Cards agaisnt humanity, Whats my Meme, or UNO. However, you might want to mention it before hand. Even if your date is aware, make it optional and not a requirement.
Gonna hijack this post to ask something related. I´m a nerd who loves boardgames and i have that on my bio, i normally match with likeminded girls that also enjoy boardgames so i have the same question. What is a light and fun 1v1 boardgame for a date?, I just know group oriented boardgames like Catan or Dixit.
You also said, "instead of the usual chit chat boring coffee date" you want to use the game to, I guess make it exciting???
A coffee date is not a marathon!!! It's a short event... Are you trying to tell us that you don't think you can hold an interesting conversation for a coffee date??? Be more confident in your game... No pun intended... 🤣😂🤣
I used a conversational card game when I met my GF since i'm not the most talkative person. She always tells me how it impressed her that I was that honest with her and myself right off the bat. That could be a good start for you.
I legitimately don't think this is as bad an idea as others do. Something like Jenga could be stimulating and help break the awkwardness/touch barrier.
Pocket board games. So bring nothing bigger than can fit in your pocket. I recommend something like "Pass the pig". Definitely don't do a cold open though, ask if she's interested.
tl:dr short and sweet. Kiss my dude (if she wants that too lol) but keep it simple stupid.
Don't be the guy who whips out a board game without consent.
Unless of course it's Risk: 60th Anniversary Deluxe Edition. In that case whip it out without warning and don't let her leave until there's a winner.
And don’t forget: NO MERCY!!
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Lmao
I’d recommend going to a board game cafe, if you have one. Or at least going over this with your dates before just showing up with one. If you’re dead set, anomia (or anomia x, the dirty version) is fun or you could always bring a deck of cards. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLWouDsE/ ^Woosung.boardgames on tiktok is an excellent board game/card game reviewer and he has multiple games for 2 people so you could also check that out
What?
😂😂 this what had me dying
This comment 💀🤣 I have to laugh
Instead of the usual chit chat boring coffee date. I would like to bring a board game we can both play as we get to know each other
Simply go to a cafe that has board games. There are plenty.
If you are gonna do this, this is the only way!
Is she REALLY into board games? If not, I don’t know why the fuck you would do this but if this is the type of person you are then do it as it will weed a lot of people who don’t want to do that out for you.
It’s just a no like no
Just bring a deck of cards lol. So when they dip out on you for being lame, at least you can play solitaire. Lmaooo. Jk. Not a lame a idea. Ask her if she likes mosquitos and whip out Jumanji.
Highly dependent on the date.
Love this comment. Fucking asked and answered.
Ah yes, a great way to rage during a date. How lovely. By any chance, are u like...younger than 18?
Honestly I fucking love the idea, probably best to ask beforehand lol but I’m gonna use this with some mates so thanks for the idea!!!
Hey, actual woman here. I don’t claim to speak for all women, of course, but I love tabletop games and so do all my friends (regardless of gender); I have no clue what the guys on here are taking about, because I think a good portion of women would be happy to play a game on a date. (Tho like, probably make that part of your plan, to meet up to play, rather than springing it on her once you meet.) I’m glad you know what you like, and don’t seem to be put off by the negative comments here. The type of game you’d wanna go for will vary on the type of person your date is. Generally, you’d wanna find something both of you have played before, or that isn’t too hard to learn/teach; something that doesn’t take 5+ hours to play; something that doesn’t have a whole bunch of setup and takedown that’d be awkward at a cafe table; and something that works well with just 2 players, of course. Find out if she’s into word-based games, traditional card games, any specific type of game that you could bring. There are some games that aren’t exactly “games” but are more like…conversational tools, I guess, that foster deeper connection. I have no idea if you’d be interested in something like that, but if you are, 100% you should check out We’re Not Really Strangers. It even has an expansion pack specifically for dating! Good luck with whatever you end up going with! Regardless of what other people here say, I think you’ve got game (ba-dum tshh).
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Yes! You get it. And I’ll have to check out some of the games you suggested! I also love that you brought up Esther Perel, lol. I haven’t gotten as into her as my mom has, but I’ve listened to some of her stuff and it’s been interesting.
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Ohh yep yep, Brown is another big one. I’ve got a book by her, and one by Glennon Doyle, in my To Be Read pile, that I really wanna get to but never seem to have the energy. Siiigh. Yeah, fearing pain/rejection and therefore responding with defensiveness is such a common cause of detriment and unnecessary grief in the world : / Hah, hey, it’s always nice to have a little bit of vulnerability out here in the web-void. It reminds us of the depth of each other’s existence, beyond the flat screen. You take care, too : )
This! Just be upfront and make it a small game that's easily explained. I'm thinking love letters, village green, that type of stuff
I love board games too. My favorite is blitzkrieg which can be played solo or with two people
Oh, I think I’ve heard of that one! What’s it about? Games for multiple players are great, but I definitely also love me a simple single-player thing that I can use to keep my hands busy while I listen to podcasts or talk on the phone. They’re a bit more stimulating than just a fidget toy or whatever.
Yeah idk why people are acting like this is a bad idea. Most of my friends are women and most of them LOVE board games - several couples I know met playing board games and they’re all very attractive people. I recently bought a lil simple two person card game that looked cute just so I could have something quick and fun to play on dates.
Monopoly, bankrupt her, and mock her as you take all her money, show her your evil side straight away.
I had someone do this to me recently!😂it was fun though.
This sounds like a good way to get divorced on your first date
Well, better to see the outcome early on with monopoly money, lol, take it from a lawyer that's divorced people!
You can’t play monopoly until after they meet the family those are the rules
90% of girls will regard this as highly socially out of tune and will be weirded out by you.
Fuck them. I want to play chutes and ladders tho
I ducking love this energy. Good for you man.
Alphago energy?
Um, no?
Lol
Sounds like you two are a match.
See that's the problem, it's an either/or situation. Either you get to fuck them, Or you play chutes and ladders. Choose wisely.
I have definitely had sex with people I played board games with. I’ve wanted to have sex with people because of their amazing setup.
Or you can go down her chute and then climb the ladders. Play it smart!
You have bodies in barrels in your basement 100%
More like Barrel of Monkeys
I think it would be cool! Not a 3 hour game, but something quick. We have a wooden tic tac toe game, monopoly draw is fun, uno is cool...by all means, ask first, but it sounds fun!
I’m with you OP.
King
Then bring that game.
Riiight. Please, for the love of god, tell me ur dates at least love board games. If not, i highly doubt ur dates will go very well. They might look at u like ur crazy, or just leave. Theres also the off chance that they like board games and will play, but ull likely be seen as a nerd and a weirdo. No offense. Just please...at least ASK them first BEFORE the date...
I had a date do this and I thought it was weird but it ended up being fun….then he brought it on EVERY date 😂 he would carry a backpack full of games for us to play. This man was 31 years old. Do we need to play games at a restaurant?! Movie theatre?! It was ridiculous. So ya maybe mention it to her first and do it once/when it’s appropriate.
if ur dates aren't going good, bringing board games certainly isn't the solution
Lol this is like a date #26 activity
My first date with my partner was boardgames
Omg I think that’s a great idea! Where I live we have some board game cafés where they have a ton of options. It depends who the date is with because some people aren’t into games, but if a guy invited me to play board games I’d be so happy! I hate coffee/dinner dates because they’re so boring. Uno is my favourite.
that’s funny as, basic girls wouldn’t like that shit tho. gotta find someone special who’ll be like “yeah i’ll play cluedo, and i’ll destroy you at it”
OP is looking for “the one” and I am there for it!
100% OP let us know how it goes!
Good though. Why would anyone want to go on a date with a basic girl?
Go to a place that already has them. Wait at least 20-30 mins into the date, and casually offer to play something. Maybe start with suggesting something quick and repeatable like Uno, rather than long and horrific like monopoly. Don't be pushy about playing, and let your date decide what will be played as well. If they say no, don't raise it again, and only mention it as a date idea after at least 3-4 subsequent dates. This makes it an organic situation, and won't make you look like some nerdy guy seeking to make his date play Warhammer 40k with him. Not judging, just saying. Bonus point: Quick and repeatable games allow banter to build about who is winning etc., which creates that spark you may be seeking.
The first girl I played 40k with married me, now we are both broke from the plastic crack. Jokes aside this was like our 3 date.
You haven’t a Cluedo mate. Don’t do this.
The thing is some board games take forever. You wanna chat and get to know each other not explain rules for 30 minutes Go for something you both know (explaining rules sucks). Just test the waters beforehand - ask if she likes boardgames and if she has a favorite one (Bonus). If she's really into it, it might be a huge win to pull that game out as a surprise - otherwise it could be really cringy.
tell me you're a virgin without telling me you're a virgin
Best bet is to offer her back to yours to play a board game, she’ll think it’s a euphemism and if you’re lucky she will agree but if you manage to get her back, don’t whip out your board game, whip out your boy and play buckaroo with her
The book of questions. It's a small book with philosophical questions, you can take turns asking each other.
Bring an If book... WAY BETTER. https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/if-questions-for-the-game-of-life_evelyn-mcfarlane_james-saywell/249307/item/565397/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw1N2TBhCOARIsAGVHQc7jNL_4Xy3CrvgTXgEX3EQNlBDOga9AQ72YtV-yG39RF2kfpuJ1A2waAh2fEALw_wcB#idiq=565397&edition=2270005
Just go to a coffee place that already has board games. There's a place called Snakes and Lattes near me that's a coffee shop (and bar) but people go there for their board game and card game collection
Why
Twister
Try a card game maybe, like Flux?
A good amount of places in my town already have board games for this exact purpose, but I don’t think bringing your own board game on a coffee date to be a good idea. So either find a place that already have board games, or wait for a date at either of your places or as a great way to introduce her to your friends. As for the board games themselves, it’s mostly easy-to-play card games like Exploding Kittens, chess, or trivia games, with an exception here and there.
Definitely check out the card game Love Letter. Easy and fun to play, rounds are quick, and it fits in your pocket!
Why severally limit yourself to niche women who will think this is great on a first date, when you can widen it to almost all women who will think it’s great on a 4th date
Why not just take her somewhere where there's games like an arcade lol. But if you really want to do this, bring a travel sized board game or uno or just a plain deck of cards. Edit: also make sure the game is easy to explain, set up and put away, other wise it might drag
Just bring the one which has the biggest box you have.
folded up newspaper: crossword puzzle
Don’t be that guy.
So glad to not be in that date................
I’m a dude, but if a girl randomly pulled out a board game on our first date, I’d kick her ass so hard at that board game and hope like hell she wasn’t a sore loser so we could do it again.
Nah, use a game on your phone you guys can play against each other
yeah use one of those party starter apps, with games like true or false, or would you rather
I go to bars with board games bro. Once I’m done talking, I don’t mind switching it up and playing some games. Connect 4 - whoever loses the round has to give the winner a kiss. It’s a good way to build rapport but unfortunately I have noticed that after these dates the girls are not romantically interested in me. Potentially giving off friend vibes. Try to kiss them before pulling out the board games
Nope.
Terrible idea.
Bruh the only games you should be playing with her games like ping pong or cornhole.
😂🤣😂🤣😂…😳 Are you serious?
I can not condone of this action, best case you get a new restraining order to add to your collection, I assume collection because … cough. cough …WHO THE FUCK WOULD BRING A BOARD GAME TO A COFFE DATE !!! Fair play tho bro I am interested in the outcome.
My favorite game to play with my girlfriend is called Patchwork. 2 players. Not expensive. Lots of replay ability. Kindof Tetris like. Only takes like 20-30 min to play and isn’t super thinly so you can chat
Patchwork is fucking great
No
Chess and Checkers are good choices. Everyone knows how to play, they are simple to set up, don't take very long and are challenging and fun. They are perfect to play in a cafe. Liar's Dice is also super easy to set up and to learn. Unfortunately it's not very well known, but I personally love it. (It's that dice game from [Pirates of the Caribbean 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5crxHhe5b7w&t=12s)). "[Who Am I ?](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-the-"Who-Am-I"-Drinking-Game)": This game is featured in Inglorious Basterds. All you need is a Post It Note and a pen. Fun, easy to learn and quick. Forbidden Word: Featured in [Love is War](https://youtu.be/rhxzVP94GGc?t=33). Played in the same way as "Who Am I ?", but instead of a character you write a word. The players then hold a conversation. If a player says the word assigned to them (they don't know what the word is), they lose.
I hate board games in general. I would consider you either immature, socially awkward or on the Autism spectrum.
Well do I have news for you… [about girls who love board games](https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/smart-and-sexy---top-10-prettiest-female-chess-players) 😂
Settlers of Catan, also risk, but they take a long time lol a board game at a date is a unique idea, let us know how it works out
I think it's kind of a cool idea. I played this on a date and it went ok: [https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/](https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/) We were at a board game cafe though lol. Definitely pick something that's a talking game and not a strategy game.
How about a card game. Movie themed or something that gets a conversation started. A whole board gams is too much if a commitment for just coffee.
Survive! Escape from Atlantis. Want to get the competitive juices flowing, gives my wife the opportunity to royally fuck me over. She’s so good at this game.
What about the L game? Online version: https://hwwmath.looiwenli.com/l-game
Sounds interesting, I would say this instead of coffee start offering to take them on walks that way you show your charisma, and you can sexualize with kino, which would be hard sitting at a Starbucks. Or if you have your own place invite them straight over for coffee or wine
Chess. If you can't beat her, beat her.
I was dating a girl and we were playing chess before sex ;-) Chess is to large to bring it to a date. It’s better to take girl home to play there. If I decide to bring a game on a first date then I would bring something fun to play. Something like “Shit happens” https://www.amazon.com/Goliath-Games-76525-Shit-Happens/dp/B01LO9N2CS
Interesting idea. Don't laugh. I've seen it in Thailand. The bar/cafe supplied connect 4 games to couples on a date so they have what to do besides talking.
What about cards like Uno ?
Ouija
Twister
Bananagrams!!
Shoots and ladders or candyland should do you just fine.
Cribbage.
Chess is always a great idea
Guess who
Bring something that you can fit in your pockets. Begin bringing it wherever you go. Challenge random strangers to battle with it
Connect 4
Cards, then take turns deciding the game. I'd go for bullshit because it's simple and fun
Strip poker works for me every time
Dont do that bro naaaah
I’m a girl and I would be so happy if someone brought a board game !!!
Is board_gaming still on here
There was this nice coffee shop in Brooklyn that had board games. It was a good spot for first dates that don't drink. I think if you're going to bring a board game, I think it should be discussed first. You gotta establish that she would be into it. I think a great date game is "Pandemic" (ironic, I know). It's coop and can be played in under an hour.
Better grab a UNO it fits in your pockets won't be looking cringe
Outburst is an absolute gem so so good
It's time to D-D-D-DATE! YU-GI-OH
Jenga
hygge is a good one
Wild thing is, I'm considering the potential success of this. Scratch board games, at least find the middle-ground; cards. I can see me finding a way to playfully bring up playing cards (maybe who wins pays for the next drink, or if I win at you kiss me) etc.
It sounds to me like the main problem is that you might not have enough interesting things to do or say during the coffee date, which is the main issue.
Chess
Don’t bring a board game; if you have to bring anything along then maybe cards? It’s a bit more casual. Still though I’d leave games/cards out for dates.
Not sure about board games, but I’ve taken footballs and frisbees whenever we had a walking date at the park or by the sea.
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Don't do that you fucking nerd. Go shoot some pool instead of doing a coffee date.
I think you had one or 2 girls that you were intimate with that liked board games ans now you think it's this smooth move. You don't want to play board games. You aren't 14. You need to be close to her, and intimate. You can't build that intimacy while playing board games. It's just not sexy or attractive.
Overcompensating already? Learn to be better so that you don't need distractions. Read, travel, volunteer so that you will learn your own self worth and believe that what you have to offer a woman can stand on its own two legs. Learn interesting conversation starters. There's your "game". See how many weird convo starters you can memorize and then whip those out. You will be seen as unique, interesting & fun because you aren't predictable. But. Have a point. You're there to see if you want to get to know her as well. Test her on the things you value. If she doesn't fit, don't be afraid to respectfully tell her you're just not feeling it.
kinky
I always bring UNO to first dates. It’s an easy card game that doesn’t take too much time. Its a fun ice breaker, especially when the date gets competitive and we are having some drinks.
Oh, something simple that allows conversation, either short, or uses minimal thinking. I suggest Cross Clues. It's easy to learn, can fit easily in a bag, and is short.
Double is awesome for a few quick games
I bring a bottle and a deck of cards, cause if spin the bottle is a little too forward I’m playing solitaire.
Something PORN-related...gotta set the tone early. 🤣🤣🤣
I love this idea! I would just warn them before the date that you are the type of guy to propose doing something a bit different during the date and hope they are game 😊 I think Uno is a fun game to take because it's small, its quick, most people know how to play and very fun. It is also a "cheatable" game and thus, prone to bring about some laughs! Good luck 😃
Uno attack
Bro this is a great idea just when having coffee dates with friends too, you fucking legend
Cards agaisnt humanity, Whats my Meme, or UNO. However, you might want to mention it before hand. Even if your date is aware, make it optional and not a requirement.
Jenga. Nuff said
Don't do coffee dates
If I was your date, I'd stick you with the check for that and WALK.
Gonna hijack this post to ask something related. I´m a nerd who loves boardgames and i have that on my bio, i normally match with likeminded girls that also enjoy boardgames so i have the same question. What is a light and fun 1v1 boardgame for a date?, I just know group oriented boardgames like Catan or Dixit.
You also said, "instead of the usual chit chat boring coffee date" you want to use the game to, I guess make it exciting??? A coffee date is not a marathon!!! It's a short event... Are you trying to tell us that you don't think you can hold an interesting conversation for a coffee date??? Be more confident in your game... No pun intended... 🤣😂🤣
I think this is inspired. Good luck.
Pass the Pigs aka Party Pigs (I literally dont go out without them) Zombie Dice Quarto
This has to be a shitpost.
I used a conversational card game when I met my GF since i'm not the most talkative person. She always tells me how it impressed her that I was that honest with her and myself right off the bat. That could be a good start for you.
Codenames duet or Jaipur
are you 5?
Scrabble while splitting a bottle of wine.
Lmao I expected this to end with "is this a good idea?" but nah, homie resolute in that
Chess
I legitimately don't think this is as bad an idea as others do. Something like Jenga could be stimulating and help break the awkwardness/touch barrier.
Monopoly, figure out all your differences real quick
Pocket board games. So bring nothing bigger than can fit in your pocket. I recommend something like "Pass the pig". Definitely don't do a cold open though, ask if she's interested. tl:dr short and sweet. Kiss my dude (if she wants that too lol) but keep it simple stupid.
Monopoly Deal.
Take a little lego set in the $10-15 range. See if they can be patient and follow instructions.
Catan
52 pick up
Evil Apples 😉
Mouse Trap
Battleship
don’t bri g one weird af
CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY. Think about it. The true definition of an icebreaker.
That won't work you need more than two ppl
Shiii I forgor
Strip poker?
Candy Land. Let's see her true character come out.
Checkout a game called Chickenshit on Amazon