Guys are as adept at playing hard to get as girls are. You must remember that this behavior is completely normal and is not “manipulative” in any way. A guy would usually play hard to get with a girl who seems to take him for granted, or as a friend. This way he can indirectly tell the girl that he has other options open if she is not considering to be his girlfriend. Sometimes that sudden coolness is not random at all, but a way of changing the balance between the two of you.

Here are few signs that may indicate that guy is playing “hard to get” with you. He suddenly turns cold when he was once warm and friendly, and he starts behaving indifferently. He starts flirting with other girls in your presence and may be trying to make you jealous. He ignores your texts and calls, or underplays your place in his life. These mixed signals can make you feel confused and curious at the same time. That is why it is so important to watch his actions instead of only listening

Some guys would talk down a girl just to make her feel that she has to earn her place in his life. For example, he would tell you that his business is more important to him than the relationship. He becomes overly critical of you simply to show her who’s the boss. Through this behavior he’s trying to convey that you need to win his appreciation and know his value. He may want to see how far you will go to keep his attention.

He cancels your dates at the last minute with some cold excuse, and that could be his way of showing that he has many other priorities in his life. Some guys cancel dates on purpose just to show the girl that they are in charge. He may also be trying to make you feel that he is too busy to answer your calls or messages. The whole point is often to keep you guessing and hoping for more.