This long-distance date idea is perfect for couples who love puzzles, cozy nights, and relaxing activities. Sometimes the best dates aren’t about doing something fast-paced or competitive, but simply slowing down and unwinding together after a long day. There’s something incredibly satisfying about watching hundreds of scattered pieces slowly come together while you chat, laugh, and catch up over video call.
Whether you choose a breathtaking landscape, adorable animals, famous artwork, or a seasonal design, this cozy date is all about spending quality time together, working as a team, and creating something beautiful together, no matter how many miles apart you are.
Instructions
Pick a time that works for both of you, use a time zone converter if needed.
Hop on a video call using Zoom, Google Meet, FaceTime, Microsoft Teams, or Skype.
Next, choose which multiplayer puzzle website you’d like to use.
Option 1: Google Puzzle Party
Google’s Puzzle Party lets you solve beautiful illustrated jigsaw puzzles together in real time.
The puzzles feature vibrant artwork, colorful illustrations, and abstract designs, making them a great option if you’re looking for something creative and visually unique.
To play together:
- Visit Google Puzzle Party.
- Browse the collection and choose your favorite puzzle.
- Click the Multiplayer option
- Share the invitation link with your partner.
Option 2: Jigsaw Explorer
If you’re looking for even more puzzle options, Jigsaw Explorer is another fantastic website that lets you build jigsaw puzzles together in real time.
Browse hundreds of puzzles across categories like:
- Nature
- Animals
- Landscapes
- Cities
- Art
- Flowers
- Seasonal puzzles
- Holiday puzzles
One of the best features is that you can choose the difficulty before you begin by selecting how many puzzle pieces you’d like to complete. Whether you’re looking for a quick puzzle or a larger challenge that takes multiple date nights to finish, there’s an option for everyone.
To start a multiplayer game:
- Visit Jigsaw Explorer.
- Choose a puzzle you’d like to complete.
- Select the number of puzzle pieces.
- Click the Multiplayer button.
- Enter your nickname.
- Click Create Game Link.
- Send the game link to your partner.
- Once they join, you’ll both see each other’s moves in real time as you work together to complete the puzzle.
Another great feature is that your progress is automatically saved, so if you don’t finish during your date, you can simply return to the same game later and continue where you left off.
Jigsaw Explorer also supports up to 20 players in the same puzzle. While it’s perfect for long-distance couples, it’s also a great activity for long-distance friends or family members. Whether you’re planning a virtual family game night or catching up with friends who live far away, everyone can work together to complete the same puzzle.
Elevate this date!
🍷 Have a Cozy Puzzle Night. Grab your favourite snacks, dessert, coffee, hot chocolate, or a glass of wine before starting. It makes the date feel like you’re sitting together at the same table.
🎶 Set the Mood. Put on a shared Spotify playlist or relaxing background music while you solve the puzzle together. Instrumental music, lo-fi beats, or your favourite songs make the experience even cozier.
🧩 Choose a puzzle with +1000 or more pieces and see how much of it you can complete together during your date.
⏱️ Race Against the Clock. Challenge yourselves to finish the entire puzzle within a certain amount of time, such as 20, 30, or 60 minutes.
🏆 Start a Puzzle Challenge. Turn it into a recurring date by completing a new puzzle each week. Keep track of your fastest completion times and see if you can beat your personal best with every new puzzle.