XtoysPlay4Sex Game Review: Four-in-a-Row for Couples
Editor's opinion
Play4Sex takes the classic line-up-four game and gives the winning row a bedroom payoff. It is a low-pressure, easy option for couples who enjoy gentle competition, though the Kamasutra reward suits the flexible and open-minded more than the cautious.
Bedroom games live or die on how easily they get going. Something too complicated ends up back in the drawer, and something too explicit can feel like more pressure than fun. Play4Sex sidesteps both by borrowing a game almost everyone already knows: drop your chips, connect four in a row, beat your partner to it.
The difference here is what happens when you win. Each of the 42 chips carries a different Kamasutra position, so your winning line becomes a shortlist you pick from. That is a clever hook, but it is worth thinking about what it asks of a couple before you buy.
The good and the bad
What works
- Instantly familiar rules, so there is nothing to learn
- No batteries or power, ready whenever the mood strikes
- 42 chips means plenty of variety in the reward
- Detachable board packs away discreetly between games
What to be aware of
- The Kamasutra positions assume a degree of flexibility and openness
- Best of three can end quickly, so the playtime is short
- Competitive framing may not suit everyone as a mood-setter
- Small printed positions on chips can be hard to read clearly
Buy it if
Couples who enjoy a bit of playful rivalry and want an easy, no-fuss way to break the ice or set the tone for the evening.
Skip it if
Anyone hoping for a long, involved game night, or couples who would rather not be steered towards specific positions. If gentle suggestion is more your style, a prompt-card deck may fit better.
How it works and what you get
The set includes 42 chips, 21 pink and 21 black, plus a single detachable board that holds them as you drop them in. Each player takes a colour and takes turns dropping chips, trying to connect four of their own in any direction before the other blocks them. Best of three rounds decides the game.
The twist is that every chip is printed with a different Kamasutra position. When you win a round, the four chips that formed your line become your menu, and you choose one to try together. It is a neat way of turning a strategy game into a decision-maker, and the sheer number of chips keeps the outcome varied.
How it actually plays out
A round of four-in-a-row is short by nature, and best of three can be over in a few minutes if one player is on form. That makes this an icebreaker or a mood-setter rather than a full evening's entertainment, which is worth knowing if you were expecting something more drawn out.
The competitive element is the appeal for some and a mismatch for others. If you both enjoy a bit of light rivalry, the race to four adds a spark. If one of you would rather not turn intimacy into a contest, the framing may work against the mood rather than for it.
The Kamasutra element, honestly
The reward system is the reason to buy this over an ordinary game, but it does make an assumption: that both of you are game to attempt whatever position comes up. Kamasutra positions vary a great deal in difficulty, and some ask for real flexibility. Treating the winning line as a suggestion rather than a command keeps the fun in it.
Practically, printing a distinct position on each of 42 small chips means the illustrations are necessarily compact. Expect them to serve as prompts rather than detailed guides, so a little imagination fills in the gaps.
Care, storage and the alternatives
There is nothing to charge and nothing to assemble beyond clipping the board together, and the whole thing packs away into its box at a compact 16 by 5 by 24.5 centimetres. That makes it easy to tuck out of sight and simple to bring out again.
Compared with the usual couples' games, this sits between a pure novelty and a prompt-card deck. Dice and card sets tend to leave more to chance or offer softer, build-up-style prompts, while this rewards a bit of skill and lands you on a specific position. Choose based on whether you want the game itself to matter or just want the prompts.
The bottom line
Play4Sex is a smart, unfussy reworking of a game everyone already knows, and the Kamasutra chips give it a genuine reason to exist. Buy it if you both enjoy a little competition and are open to whatever the board throws up; look elsewhere if you want a longer evening or gentler, suggestion-only prompts.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need batteries or any setup?
No. The game requires no power at all. The only assembly is clipping the detachable board together, after which it is ready to play.
How long does a game take?
Each round of four-in-a-row is quick, and the game is decided by best of three, so a full game can be over in a matter of minutes. It works best as an icebreaker or mood-setter rather than a lengthy game night.
Do you have to attempt whatever position you win?
Not at all. The winning line simply gives you four positions to choose from, and it is entirely up to you and your partner to treat any of them as a suggestion. Pick what suits you both.
How many different positions are included?
There are 42 chips in total, split into 21 pink and 21 black, and each one shows a different Kamasutra position, so there is plenty of variety across games.
Is it discreet to store?
Yes. The board detaches and the pieces pack back into the box, which measures roughly 16 by 5 by 24.5 centimetres, making it easy to keep out of sight.