25 Long Distance Relationship Games to Stay Connected (2026 Guide)
Missing your partner across the miles? Long distance relationships are hard, but they don’t have to be boring. The right games can turn a laggy video call into the highlight of your week—and keep you feeling close even when you’re thousands of miles apart.
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Whether you’re dealing with different time zones, busy schedules, or just that aching feeling of “I wish you were here,” these games are designed to create real connection, spark genuine conversation, and yes—keep things spicy when the distance feels unbearable.
We’ve organized these by category so you can find exactly what fits your mood. Some require video calls, others work over text, and a few use apps to bridge the gap. All of them have been tested by real long distance couples.
Video Call Games (Real-Time Fun)
Video calls are the heartbeat of any long distance relationship. But after the hundredth “how was your day?” conversation, things can get stale. These games transform your FaceTime or Zoom sessions into genuine quality time.
1. Two Truths and a Lie (LDR Edition)
The classic game, but with a twist. Each person shares two true things and one lie about their day, week, or life—and the other has to guess which is false.
Why it works for LDR: You’ll be surprised what you learn about each other. Even couples who’ve been together for years discover new stories.
Pro tip: Make the stakes interesting. Whoever guesses wrong has to do something the winner chooses (send a song, plan the next date, etc.).
2. Virtual Movie Date
Use services like Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party), Disney+ GroupWatch, or Amazon Watch Party to sync up a movie and watch together with a chat sidebar.
Game variation: Turn it into a drinking game or prediction contest. Call out plot twists before they happen, and whoever’s wrong takes a sip (or does a dare).
Best for: When you both need to decompress but still want to feel together.
3. Cook Together, Virtually
Pick a recipe you both want to try, gather ingredients separately, then video call while cooking the same meal. Eat “together” afterward.
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Why it’s special: It mimics the domestic intimacy that LDR couples miss most. Plus, you can compare results and roast each other’s plating skills.
Twist: Make it competitive—rate each other’s final dish on taste (described), presentation, and creativity.
4. Would You Rather (Deep Edition)
Skip the silly internet questions. Use would you rather questions that actually reveal something meaningful: life priorities, relationship values, hypothetical scenarios about your future together.
Examples:
- Would you rather live in my city or have me move to yours?
- Would you rather have one amazing trip together every year or weekly video dates?
- Would you rather close the distance in 6 months with a worse job, or 2 years with your dream career?
5. 20 Questions (Relationship Edition)
One person thinks of a memory you share, a place you’ve been together, or something about your relationship—and the other has 20 yes/no questions to figure it out.
Why it builds connection: Forces you to reminisce about your shared history and shows how well you remember the little moments.
6. Virtual Truth or Dare
A long distance relationship classic. Take turns choosing truth or dare, with video-call-appropriate challenges. Check out our full list of truth or dare questions for adults for inspiration.
Video call dares:
- Do your best impression of me
- Show me something in your room I’ve never seen
- Call a friend and tell them something nice about me
- Send me a selfie right now, no retakes
- Tell me about your most embarrassing moment we haven’t discussed
7. Online Quiz Games
Sites like JackBox Games, Kahoot, or Sporcle let you compete in real-time trivia while video chatting.
LDR favorite: Take “How Well Do You Know Me?” quizzes about each other and compare scores. Losers plan the next virtual date.
Text & Chat Games (Anytime, Anywhere)
Not every moment needs a video call. These games work asynchronously—perfect for different time zones or busy schedules when you just want to stay connected throughout the day.
8. Story Builder
Start a story with one sentence. Your partner adds the next. Keep going back and forth until you have a ridiculous, romantic, or completely unhinged collaborative tale.
Example start: “We woke up one morning to discover we’d somehow switched bodies…”
Why it works: Creative, silly, and gives you something to look forward to throughout the day.
9. Photo Hunt Challenge
Give each other daily or weekly photo challenges: “Something that made you smile,” “Your lunch,” “Something that reminded you of me,” “The view from where you are right now.”
Deeper version: “Show me something you’ve never shown anyone else about your daily life.”
10. Song Dedication
Send each other one song per day that represents how you’re feeling, something that reminded you of them, or a song you want to share. Build a collaborative playlist over time.
Twist: No explanation allowed when you send it. Discuss what you think the other meant later.
11. This or That (Rapid Fire)
Text quick-fire “this or that” questions throughout the day. Keep score. Learn surprising preferences.
Examples:
- Morning person or night owl?
- Beach vacation or mountain cabin?
- Call or text?
- Plan every detail or spontaneous adventures?
- Big wedding or courthouse elopement?
12. Never Have I Ever (Text Version)
Take turns sending “Never Have I Ever” statements. Keep a running tally. Loser at the end of the week owes a favor.
For couples: Mix relationship-specific ones with general ones. “Never have I ever secretly stalked your social media before we were official.”
13. Word Association
Simple but revealing. One person texts a word, the other responds with the first word that comes to mind. No hesitation. See where the chain goes.
Relationship insight: When you hit on certain topics (future, commitment, family), the associations can spark meaningful conversations.
14. Virtual Scavenger Hunt
Create a list of things for your partner to find and photograph around their home, neighborhood, or city. Race against the clock or each other.
Example list:
- Something green
- A book you’ve been meaning to read
- Your favorite mug
- Something that reminds you of home
- The comfiest spot in your place
App-Based Games (Play Together)
Gaming together bridges the distance like nothing else. These apps and games are specifically great for couples who want to play together from different locations.
15. Multiplayer Mobile Games
Download the same mobile game and play together. Best options for couples:
- Words With Friends: Classic word game, asynchronous
- Chess.com: If you’re both into strategy
- 8 Ball Pool: Casual, competitive fun
- Minecraft (Pocket Edition): Build a world together
- Stardew Valley (multiplayer): Farm life together
- Among Us: When you want to playfully sus each other
16. Couple Apps
Apps designed specifically for couples in long distance relationships:
- Paired: Daily questions and games for couples
- Love Nudge: Love language-based challenges
- Between: Private space with games and shared calendar
- Desire: Spicy dare exchange for couples (18+)
17. Co-op Video Games
If you’re both gamers, cooperative games create shared experiences and inside jokes:
- It Takes Two: Literally designed for couples
- Portal 2 (co-op): Puzzle-solving teamwork
- Overcooked 2: Test your communication (and patience)
- Animal Crossing: Visit each other’s islands
- Terraria: Build and explore together
18. Online Board Games
Websites like Board Game Arena, Tabletop Simulator, or Tabletopia let you play classic board games online while video chatting.
Best for couples: Ticket to Ride, Catan, Codenames (with other friends), Patchwork (two-player), 7 Wonders Duel.
Romantic Connection Games
Sometimes you need more than fun—you need to feel genuinely close. These games are designed to deepen emotional intimacy and have real conversations.
19. The 36 Questions
Based on the famous study that claims these questions can make any two people fall in love. Even for established couples, they reignite connection.
Take turns answering three sets of increasingly personal questions, ending with four minutes of silent eye contact over video.
Sample questions:
- What would constitute a “perfect” day for you?
- What’s something you’ve dreamed of doing for a long time? Why haven’t you done it?
- What’s the greatest accomplishment of your life?
- What do you value most in a friendship?
- What, if anything, is too serious to be joked about?
20. Future Planning Game
Take turns describing your ideal future together in specific detail. Where do you live? What does a typical Tuesday look like? What are your morning routines?
Why it matters: Keeps you both oriented toward the same vision. Reveals misalignments early. Builds hope.
21. Appreciation Challenge
Set a timer for 5 minutes. Each person has to keep listing things they appreciate about the other without stopping or repeating.
Harder than it sounds: Forces you to dig past the obvious into the specific, small things that matter.
22. Memory Lane
Take turns sharing favorite memories from your relationship. Challenge each other to remember details: what were you wearing, what did I say, what was the weather like?
Twist: Share a memory you’ve never told them was meaningful to you.
Spicy Games for Couples (18+)
Physical intimacy is one of the hardest parts of long distance. These games help maintain that connection when you can’t be together in person.
23. Truth or Dare (After Dark)
The classic dirty dares for couples adapted for video calls. Start mild, let things escalate naturally.
Video call dares:
- Describe what you’d do if I was there right now
- Show me what you’re wearing under that
- Tell me about a fantasy you’ve never shared
- Describe your favorite memory of us being intimate
- Send me something that will make me think about you all day
24. Fantasy Exchange
Each person writes out a detailed fantasy involving the other. Exchange and discuss. No judgment.
Rules: Be specific. Be honest. This is about building anticipation for when you’re together again.
25. Countdown Calendar
If you have a visit planned, create a countdown calendar where each day reveals a small surprise: a photo, a voice note, a promise, a tease of something you’ll do together.
Make it mutual: Both of you contribute surprises for the other to open each day.
Tips for Making LDR Games Work
Schedule Game Time
Put it on the calendar like a real date. “Gaming Thursday” or “Sunday Movie Night” creates routine and anticipation.
Mix It Up
Don’t play the same game every time. Rotate between video call games, text games, and app games to keep things fresh.
Be Present
Close other tabs. Put your phone on do-not-disturb. The point is connection, not multitasking.
Add Stakes
Keep running scores. Make bets. Loser plans the next date, or owes a favor, or has to do something embarrassing.
Create Rituals
Some couples send a daily song. Others play one round of a word game every morning. Small consistent rituals matter more than occasional grand gestures.
Embrace the Awkward
Video calls will lag. Games will glitch. Someone will be tired. That’s okay. The effort matters more than perfection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best games for long distance couples?
The best games for long distance couples combine fun with genuine connection. Top picks include video call games like Truth or Dare, Two Truths and a Lie, and virtual movie dates. For asynchronous play, try Story Builder, Photo Hunt challenges, and Song Dedication. App-based options like It Takes Two, Words With Friends, and couples apps like Paired are also excellent choices.
How do you keep a long distance relationship fun?
Keep a long distance relationship fun by creating shared experiences: watch movies together using sync services, cook the same recipe while video chatting, play multiplayer games, and try different date ideas each week. Maintain small daily rituals like sending songs or photos, and add playful competition with running scores and stakes to keep engagement high.
What apps are good for long distance couples?
The best apps for long distance couples include: Paired (daily questions and games), Between (private couple space), Love Nudge (love language challenges), Teleparty for watching movies together, and multiplayer games like Words With Friends, Stardew Valley, and It Takes Two. Video chat apps like FaceTime, Zoom, and Discord are essential for maintaining real-time connection.
How can we be intimate in a long distance relationship?
Maintain intimacy in a long distance relationship through video call date nights, playing spicy games like Truth or Dare (after dark edition), exchanging detailed fantasies in writing, sending voice notes and photos, and creating anticipation with countdown calendars before visits. The key is consistent communication, vulnerability, and keeping physical chemistry alive through creative means.
How do you play 20 questions with your long distance boyfriend/girlfriend?
To play 20 questions in a long distance relationship: one person thinks of something (a shared memory, place you’ve visited together, or relationship-related topic), and the other has 20 yes/no questions to figure it out. Play over video call for real-time fun, or over text throughout the day for asynchronous play. Keep score and make losing fun with stakes or dares.
What do long distance couples do on video calls?
Long distance couples can do much more than just talk on video calls: play games like Two Truths and a Lie or Truth or Dare, have virtual dinner dates by cooking together, watch movies synchronously, take online quizzes about each other, play virtual board games, do the 36 Questions exercise for deeper connection, or simply spend time together doing parallel activities like working or reading.
Make the Distance Disappear
Long distance relationships test your creativity, communication, and commitment. But they also force you to be intentional about quality time in ways that couples who live together often aren’t.
The games in this guide aren’t just about killing time between visits—they’re about building shared experiences, creating inside jokes, and staying connected to each other’s daily lives even when you’re thousands of miles apart.
Pick a few that fit your style. Schedule them. Show up for each other. The distance is temporary, but the connection you build now will last.
Looking for more ways to connect? Check out our date night games for couples and romantic dares for couples for more ideas that work great over video call.
