3 erotic games to try this summer

Summer brings not only warmth, terraces and outdoor skin... it is also a perfect time to reconnect with the body and desire . When temperatures rise, our eroticism knocks at the door. Routines are a little more relaxed, there is more free time, more lightness... and more desire to play. Why not take advantage of it?

As an expert in Sexology, I can assure you that desire is fed to a great extent by novelty, play and creativity. That's why today I bring you three erotic games to try this summe r, designed to raise the temperature (even more), improve the connection with your partner or your sexual bonds, and explore new forms of pleasure. Suitable for all types of relationships and bodies, these games are an invitation to discover without rushing and without pressure.

Game 1: ‘Map of Desire’ - Explore the body with heat

This classic of erotic games for couples is renewed in summer. What does it consist of? It consists of drawing a map of pleasure directly on the body. You can do it with your fingers, with ice, with aromatic oils or even with a body marker. Let me explain it in more detail:

1. One of you lies down (it can be on a beach towel, on the bed or outdoors) and the other one becomes the explorer.

2. The aim is to mark erogenous zones , discover new arousal points and play with different temperatures and textures.

3. Plus: you can name each zone (‘volcanic zone’, ‘obligatory kissing area’) or establish rules (‘if I touch here, you can't move’).

This type of dynamic encourages communication, body self-knowledge and progressive arousal. They can also be used as a prelude to penetrative sex or as a complete experience in itself. And the best thing: it works just as well in stable relationships as in casual encounters. 

Game 2: ‘The Dice of Desire’ - Improv Sex

If you're in the mood for something more spontaneous, this is one of the easiest and most effective summer sex games. All you need is a die (it can be a physical die or an app) and a list of actions. If you have two dice, one can indicate the action and the other the body part. Here is a suggestion:

Actions (dice number 1):

1. Licking

2. Kissing

3. Massaging

4. Biting

5. Blowing

6. Giving a command

Body areas (dice number 2):

1. Neck

2. Nipples

3. Buttocks

4. Thighs

5. Perineal area

6. Free Choice

Rolling the dice in turns generates constant anticipation, improvisation and lots of laughter (which can also be very exciting) that will keep you always attentive and focused on the game. But if you've already tried this game, you can gradually level up or set challenges, such as being blindfolded while playing. Ideal for a hot night, with a fan in the background and a lot of desire to experiment.

Like the previous one, this type of game encourages complicity, erotic creativity and completely breaks the predictable sexual routine that many couples who have been together for a long time suffer from. And remember: desire is also awakened when space is given to play and surprise. 

Game 3: ‘Underwater desires’ - Pleasure without gravity

Water is quite an erotic environment in itself: it reduces the weight of the body, favours skin-to-skin contact and eliminates tension. That's why one of the best summer sex games can take place in a swimming pool, in the outdoor shower or even in the sea (as long as there is privacy, of course).

A simple suggestion I can give you is: take turns to make ‘a wet wish’. It can be a kiss, a caress, a specific position or a command. The only rule is that it has to be fulfilled in the water. You can also integrate waterproof toys or devices , such as suction cups, submersible vibrators or penis rings .

The fact of being wet, the sensation of freshness and the partial loss of gravity favour a more sensory and sensual experience . In addition, many people feel more uninhibited and playful in summer environments, which makes this type of practice flow more naturally.

However, remember that sex in water requires specific lubricants (water-soluble) if you are looking for penetration, as water eliminates natural lubrication. But for foreplay, caressing and connection, the aquatic environment is pure gold.

Why does the summer boost desire and experimentation?

There are physiological and psychological reasons why summer invites us to try more erotic play with our partners . On the one hand, sun exposure increases vitamin D levels , which in turn can improve testosterone production and increase sexual desire (Pilz et al., 2011).

On the other hand, in summer there is an increased release of dopamine and serotonin, neurotransmitters associated with well-being, motivation and pleasure (Lambert et al., 2002). These chemicals make us feel more inclined to play, explore and get excited more easily.

From a psychological point of view, more leisurely routines, free time and getting away from the everyday give room for more sexual creativity. Trying erotic games in summer is not only fun, we have already mentioned that it can also strengthen the bond, rekindle the spark or even allow new ways to get to know and explore each other's bodies.

Play is sexy... and necessary

Many people believe that desire arises spontaneously or that it should remain the same over time. But the reality is that desire is cultivated, built ... and play is one of its main tools.

Sexual games are not childish or something to be taken lightly: they are exercises in communication, emotional connection and mutual exploration. They allow us to get off autopilot, reduce performance anxiety and focus on pleasures and sensations.

So if you want to give your intimate life a twist this summer, don't just think about new sexual techniques: think about new ways to play . Because sometimes, a fun and creative approach can be more erotic than any kamasutra position.

Conclusion: summer, desire and pleasure without a script

These erotic games designed for the summer don't require much preparation or budget. All you need is desire, complicity and a little imagination. Whether it's with your partner, your fuck buddy or someone you've just met, playing can be the best way to connect and rediscover pleasure.

So open the windows (or turn on the air), let the sunshine in... and dare to explore new erotic terrain. Because the summer heat is not only outside: it can also start to rise inside you. And you, can you think of other games?

References

• Lambert, G. W., Reid, C., Kaye, D. M., Jennings, G. L., & Esler, M. D. (2002). Effect of sunlight and season on serotonin turnover in the brain. Lancet (London, England), 360(9348), 1840–1842.  https://doi.org/10.1016/s0140-6736(02)11737-5  

• Pilz, S., Frisch, S., Koertke, H., Kuhn, J., Dreier, J., Obermayer-Pietsch, B., Wehr, E., & Zittermann, A. (2011). Effect of vitamin D supplementation on testosterone levels in men. Hormone and metabolic research = Hormon- und Stoffwechselforschung = Hormones et metabolisme, 43(3), 223–225.  https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0030-1269854