Ignis Hits the Streets
On a blazing hot Saturday in June, the Ignis team traded screen time for sunshine and hit the streets of London with one mission: spark real conversations about modern dating. Armed with our “Pick a Card and Answer 2 Questions” game, our team of seven — dressed in matching Ignis gear and contagious good vibes — spoke to more than 30 people from around the world.
What we heard? Honest stories, hilarious date fails, and a clear message:
people are tired of swiping.
They want connection, chemistry, and experiences.
Breaking the Ice with a Simple Game
Our “Pick a Card” game was simple but powerful. Each participant drew a card and answered two reflective questions about dating, connection, or first dates. From Tower Bridge to riverside parks, the Ignis game turned strangers into storytellers.
And the stories?
They were gold.
💬 What Londoners Told Us
Robert shared a first-date tale so wild it sounds scripted.
After one date, the woman asked him to change his religion — then introduced him to her father on the second.
He never saw her again. (Understandably.)
Bill shared that on his second girl with a girl they went to play bowling….her name on the screen? Queen Ass…You can imagine the final!
Jorge told us dating apps feel fake and disconnected.
People show off a version of themselves that crumbles in person. “You meet them, and it’s like... who are you?”
His frustration echoes what so many feel: digital dating often leads to real disappointment.
Jessica, visiting from Canada, admitted she browses dating apps when bored — but wants more than scrolling.
She lit up when talking about meeting someone over wine tasting or shared experiences, saying, “You get to see the real person. No filters. No bios. Just vibes.”
What We Learned: Shared Activities Beat Swipe Culture
Across age, gender, and background, a clear pattern emerged:
✅ People want to meet others through real-world experiences
✅ Wine tastings are seen as casual and social — great for serendipitous connections
✅ Cooking and cocktail mixology events were the top favorites for daters looking to break the ice and feel real chemistry
The conclusion?
First dates shouldn’t feel like interviews. They should feel like play.
Why This Matters for Ignis
This day wasn’t just a fun social experiment. It confirmed what we already know at Ignis:
the future of dating is experience-first.
We’re building a community that moves beyond profile pictures and texting.
One that believes in shared space, shared laughs, and shared stories.
From card games on the street to curated events that bring people together over food, wine, music, and creativity. Ignis is the spark that turns strangers into something more.
Our crew, mid-mission. Sun out. Smiles on.
This is what Ignis looks like in the real world and we’re just getting started.
✨ Want to Join the Movement?
If you're tired of swiping, tired of ghosting, and ready for real moments with real people...
Come to an Ignis event. Pick a card. Pour a drink.
Let’s change how dating feels together.