Let’s be honest: sometimes, a simple “wyd” text just isn’t going to cut it — not when you’re bored, curious, and definitely in the mood. Whether you’re in a long-distance relationship, talking to a situationship who lives 20 minutes too far, or just stuck in your room doom-scrolling when you’d rather be doing literally anything (or anyone) else, the right message can seriously turn your entire night around. So, for that, I offer you this: five dirty games to play over text.
Think of dirty texting as your cheat code for turning a dry conversation into something a lot more interesting. But first — be sure to do quick vibe check: the hottest thing you can do is make sure both you and your partner are actually into it. Consent isn’t awkward — it’s sexy. And when the vibe is mutual, that’s when things really start to get fun.
One minute you’re laughing, the next you’re blushing at your phone… and suddenly it’s 2 a.m., and you’re about to beg your crush, partner, or FWB to come over, or at least FaceTime you. Phone sex, anyone?
If you’re already glued to your phone, you might as well make it interesting — and that’s where playing a spicy game comes in. These simple, dirty games take your typical conversation and turn it into something way more flirty, unpredictable, and just the right amount of spicy — but in the best way possible. So, if you’re feeling bold — or just bored enough to make some questionable decisions — these texting games will keep things interesting (and probably leave you staring at your screen way longer than you planned).
- Truth or Dare
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C’mon, did you seriously think I’d write about dirty texting games and not recommend Truth or Dare? The game is easy — you ask your partner, “truth or dare?” and they pick whichever they want. If they pick Truth, your questions can look like “What’s your favorite position?” or “What’s your biggest sexual fantasy?” But if they pick Dare, that’s where things get way more interesting: Your dares can be anything from “Take off one article of clothing and send me a picture,” to “Tell me what you’d do to me if I were there right now.” I mean — does it get any dirtier than this?
- 21 Questions
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IDK about you, but 21 Questions is pretty much the perfect dirty texting game. The premise is simple: you and your partner each get 21 questions to ask each other, and they can be anything. Need question inspo? I gotchu, bestie. Your questions can start off easy, like “What’s your biggest turn-on?” or “What’s your type?” — but the longer the game goes on, the dirtier things can get.
Think: “What’s something you’ve always wanted to do with me but never wanted to admit?” or “Who was your worst sexual partner?” The best part about 21 questions is that it doesn’t feel forced. You’re not just randomly sending flirty texts, but you’re learning about each other while building tension the entire time. Just make sure you’re both matching each other’s energy — the goal is to keep it fun, not for it to feel like a full-blown interrogation.
- Would You Rather
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Now, who doesn’t love a game of Would You Rather? (I know I do!) To play, you give your partner two different scenarios, and they have to pick which one they’d rather do — no skipping! You can keep it light with questions like “Would you rather have a date night in or out?” or take it a step further with “would you rather always do doggy for the rest of your life or missionary?”
What makes Would You Rather so fun is that it forces answers — there’s no overthinking or dodging the question. You can get a glimpse into what your partner actually prefers, which can be both surprising and revealing. Plus, half the time the options are so unhinged that you’ll both end up laughing… which makes the game even better.
- Strip Texting
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Wanting to really spice things up? Try Strip Texting. The rules are simple: ask each other trivia questions, whether they’re about your relationship or things about each other, and whoever gets one wrong has to remove one item of clothing — and send a photo, if everyone is comfortable and consenting. The best part? It’s all about the anticipation. You’re not rushing anything, but you’re dragging it out and building so much tension. Just, maybe plan your outfit wisely — this game can escalate way faster than you’d think.
- Fill In The Blanks
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I want you to _____ me in the _____. It’s exactly what it sounds like: one person sends a sentence with blanks, and the other fills them in however they want. It can be sweet, funny, or spicy AF — all depending on your mood. You can do things like “I can’t stop thinking about the way you _____,” or even “If we were together right now, I’d ______.” The fun of Fill in the Blanks is that it leaves just enough to the imagination. You’re not spelling everything out — you’re letting the other person surprise you, which makes it way more fun.
Happy sexting, bestie.