A Date with a Beloved Cup

You have kissed hundreds of times. What would your cup say back? Whisper to your cup about the life you share: the touch of its rim, the way you hold it, a hurt, a ritual, the place it calls home. Then write a few words in its voice. A tender answer? A little hurt? Longing? Quietness? Mixed feelings? Sometimes it needs another moment. A Date with a Beloved Cup is a one-page solo game of intimacy with an everyday object. Bring a cup you love, fill it with a drink, and make a little room for the two of you. If you enjoy solo journaling, small rituals, or looking at familiar things a little differently, this date might be for you. Game Tools A cup you love and a drink of your choice One six-sided die (d6) Paper and a pen A quiet place, and room to take your time Designer Note This game is made for Love is Unconventional Jam! 2026 . I found cups to be ideal objects for non-human affection because their shapes and everyday use naturally evoke gestures of kissing and hugging. Hope you'll like this idea. About the Designer He works in philosophy and makes games, usually somewhere between the two. His works explore the hidden structures of ordinary life: rituals, relationships, and tensions. You can find more similar games on his itch page.