Red Line
Where do you draw the line?
See escalating behaviors and mark where they cross from "fine" to "not okay" for you. Then compare your lines at the end.
How It Works
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Player 1 marks all their lines
Go through 6 scenarios privately
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Pass to Player 2
They mark their lines on the same scenarios
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Compare and discuss
See where your boundaries align or differ
6 scenarios across topics like jealousy, money, and lifestyle. Takes about 10 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about how to play and get the most out of this game
The Red Line Game helps couples discover where each person draws the line on escalating behaviors. You'll see a scenario with 8 levels of intensity and mark where it crosses from 'fine' to 'not okay' for you. Then reveal both lines to see where you align and differ.
The 'gap' is simply how many steps apart your lines are. A gap of 0 means you drew the line at the exact same place. A gap of 1-2 means you're pretty close. A larger gap indicates different boundaries worth discussing.
That's the point! The game isn't about being 'right' or matching perfectly. Different lines reveal different perspectives and values. Use the gaps as conversation starters to understand each other better.
Eight levels give enough nuance to capture where boundaries actually shift. Many situations aren't black and white, and the escalating scale helps pinpoint exactly where comfort turns to discomfort.
Yes! The game randomly selects from 25+ scenarios across 6 categories. You'll likely get different questions each time, exploring boundaries around jealousy, money, work, social media, family, and lifestyle.
Focus on the scenarios with the biggest gaps. Ask your partner why they drew their line where they did. Understanding the 'why' behind different boundaries can strengthen your relationship.