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Virtually dating has become more and more popular in recent years. Not just because our lives have become increasingly digital, but also because of the pandemic. Connecting to people over the Internet is still a very accessible and fun way to connect with others.
Whether you’re looking for love or just want to have some fun, virtual dating is a great way to do it!
Here are some virtual first-date ideas to help you get started:
1. The classic Zoom date
Zoom has become increasingly popular in recent years. It even pushed away Skype as the primary video-calling app. So, it’s no surprise that Zoom dates have become a popular way to date virtually.
Just set up a Zoom call with your date, and get ready for some fun! You can play games, watch movies together or just chat. The great thing about Zoom is that you can do anything you want!
If you’re just chatting, here are some amazing questions you should ask your date!
2. Watch a movie together on Teleparty
If you’re both into movies, why not watch one together? Teleparty, priorly known as Netflix Party, is a great way to do this. It’s a Chrome extension that lets you sync up films and TV shows with your date so you can watch them at the same time.
You can also chat with each other while you’re watching, so it’s a great way to bond over your shared love of cinema!
And if you want to spice things up a bit, why don’t you ask some flirty questions?
3. Play some games together on Houseparty
Houseparty is a social networking app that lets you connect with friends and family. But it also has some great features for virtual dating! You can play a variety of games with your date, like Heads Up, Uno, and Trivia.
It’s a great way to have some fun and get to know each other better.
4. Have a picnic in the park (virtually)
Just because you’re not physically together doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a romantic picnic. Sounds weird, but it’s actually really sweet!
You can each pack a picnic lunch and go to a park. From there, you start the virtual date while eating your own picnic lunch. It’s a great way to feel connected to nature and your date.
5. Make some art together
If you’re both into art, why not make some together? You can each choose one of your favorite paintings and try to recreate it digitally. Or, you can pick a prompt, and each creates a piece of art based on that.
Just share your screen, and don’t forget to talk. It’s a great way to get to know each other’s taste in art and have some fun!
6. Play an MMORPG together
Many people have already found the love of their life in an MMORPG. So why don’t you date someone there? If you’re two gamers playing the same game, it can be a great way to connect with each other.
You can go on quests together, help each other out and just have fun. It’s also a great way to bond over your shared love of gaming!
7. Order from similar restaurants
One of the best things about dating is trying out new restaurants together. But you can still do that virtually! Just order from the same restaurant if you’re from the same town or at least from a similar one and have your food delivered to each other.
You can then share your meal over a video call. It’s a great way to date without even leaving your house!
8. Dress up and have a wine tasting
This is a great way to add a bit of sophistication to your virtual date. You can both dress up in your fanciest clothes and have a wine tasting.
You can each order a bottle of wine from the same region or country and taste them while talking to each other. It’s a great way to learn about wine and get to know each other better.
9. Cook a meal together
Cooking is a great way to bond with someone. And it’s even better when you’re doing it together! You can each choose a dish to make and cook it while video chatting.
You can help each other out, give each other tips and just have fun. It’s a great way to connect with each other and maybe even learn a new skill!
10. Have a dance party
Dancing is a great way to let loose and have some fun. So why not have a virtual dance party with your date? Each of you can put on your favorite songs and dance around your living room.
It’s a great way to get your energy up and have some fun! You can even turn it into a friendly competition: make it a dance battle!
11. Play some online party games
There are countless great online party games out there. So why not play some with your date? You can find a game that you both like and play it together.
- There’s 5 Second Battle
- Charades
- Would You Rather
- Most Likely To
- Truth or Dare
It’s a great way to have some fun and bond over your shared love of gaming! Check out this website to find the perfect online party game for you and your date!
12. Play a drinking game
Drinking games can be very helpful if you two aren’t feeling very comfortable yet with each other. A little bit of booze helps you loosen up and have some fun.
You can find a drinking game that you both like and play it over video chat. It’s a great way to break the ice and maybe even get to know each other better. Just don’t forget to drink responsibly! You don’t want to get totally wasted on your date!
Here’s a great Skype drinking game you two can try out!
13. Have a virtual double date
If you’re a bit shy and introverted, maybe it’s a good idea to have a double date. This way, you can each have someone to talk to, and it won’t be so awkward.
You can set up a video call with two other couples and just chat and have some fun. It’s a great way to socialize without feeling too uncomfortable.
Do you need some help with dating an introvert? Here are 16 amazing tips!
I hope you found these virtual first-date ideas helpful. And if you’re looking for more date ideas, be sure to check out our other articles!
Happy dating!
Dating in the modern world: Books for navigating your love life
If you’re looking for a fun, insightful, and often brutally honest look at modern dating, then you’ll want to check out these books. They offer a unique perspective on the trials and tribulations of dating in the modern age and will give you some serious food for thought.
- Dr. R. A. Vernon's Ten Rules Of Dating: In The Social Media Age
- Seven Secrets of Modern Dating: The He Said, She Said Guide for Getting from Single to Spouse
- Dating for Women: Modern Woman Dating Guide (The Modern Dating Series)
- Seriously, This Is Online Dating?: How to Love Yourself Harder and Date Smarter
Janet Smith
Janet Smith is a freelance writer who writes about psychology, relationships, and dating. She has always been interested in understanding the human brain and how it affects our …
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