For Couples: Fun and Exciting Punishment Game Ideas
After a couple enjoys a game, the loser faces an embarrassing penalty, right? In this article, we introduce a range of blush-inducing penalty games—from love confessions you don’t normally dare to say, to gestures you’d hesitate to do unless you’re a total heartthrob or beauty.
No one wants to do a penalty game, but depending on the content, it can turn into a fun experience that brings the two of you much closer.
We’ve gathered plenty of penalty games that couples can get excited about, so be sure to make the most of them!
Embarrassing Dare (1–10)
Make someone say embarrassing lines
A penalty game isn’t something you need to prepare elaborate setups for, right? It’s just a little game to kill time, and if you add a penalty it gets more exciting.
Sometimes you just do a penalty game on a whim.
In those moments, how about making the loser say an embarrassing line? It could be a quote from a manga or anime, or a famous line from a romance drama.
If you’re the one doing the penalty, just go all in—act like you’re a famous voice actor and deliver it with that level of energy!
Say 10 things you like about the other person.
For those who regularly tell their boyfriend or girlfriend what they love about them face-to-face, this might not feel like a punishment game, but looking someone in the eyes and telling them what you love can be a bit embarrassing, right? Try facing them properly and sharing ten things you like about them—their good points and the unique things only you notice.
No one feels bad hearing what their partner loves about them, and even if it’s a little embarrassing to listen, it will surely make them happy!
blow a kiss
If you’re looking for an easy dare, how about a blown kiss? It’s over in an instant, and if you just do it without getting embarrassed, it’s no big deal! That said, it might be a slightly higher hurdle for men—guys blowing kisses aren’t something you see very often… Still, the embarrassment only lasts a moment.
If you lose, accept it gracefully and send a cute blown kiss with a wink! Saying “I like you” before blowing the kiss is also recommended!
Blow softly into (someone’s) ear
When an unexpected external stimulus is applied, anyone will be startled—and the less familiar the stimulus, the greater the surprise.
As a simple external stimulus, this penalty game involves blowing air into someone’s ear.
If the person knows what’s coming and when, they’ll brace themselves and their reaction will be muted, so use tricks like having them close their eyes so they can’t anticipate the timing.
A key point is to blow as slowly as possible to create a tickling sensation.
I love you game
Do you know the “I love you game,” which is also great as a penalty game? Rather than a punishment, it’s genuinely fun as a game on its own.
The rules are simple: take turns saying “I love you” and “One more time,” and if you get flustered or laugh, you’re out.
You can change up how you say “I love you,” too! It lets you enjoy both embarrassment and humor, so I’d love for couples to give it a try.
It feels more like a heartwarming game than a punishment, so how about using it to deepen your bond?
tickling
How about setting a time limit in advance and going all out with tickling? It’s a classic punishment game, and since you don’t need any props, it’s easy to try.
Find your partner’s weak spots—like the soles of their feet or their sides—and give them a tickle.
They might burst into loud laughter they don’t usually show, or, if they’re not good with being tickled, they might thrash around a lot.
It’s a punishment game that reveals a side of her you don’t normally see, but be careful not to overdo it and make her mad!
A staring contest game where you compliment each other
Speaking of staring contests, there’s that game where you chant “Niramekko shimasho, appuppu,” make funny faces, and whoever makes the other person laugh first wins, right? This version of the staring game is one where you gaze at each other and take turns complimenting the other person.
If you smirk, you’re out! Any compliment works—like “You’re cute” or “You’re so kind.” As a penalty game it can be surprisingly embarrassing, and it’s shy-making to compliment someone while others are watching.
But who knows—maybe a little romance will sprout from it?