Some of the best gaming memories aren’t made alone—they’re created alongside friends and family. Whether you’re teaming up for epic battles, solving puzzles together, or just causing chaotic fun, co-op games bring people closer. Whether you’re looking for something casual or a challenge that tests your teamwork, here are some of the best co-op games to play with friends and family.
1. Overcooked! (1 & 2)
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
If you’ve ever wanted to test your friendships (or your patience), Overcooked! is the perfect game. You and your team must work together to cook, plate, and serve food under chaotic conditions—like cooking on a moving truck or dealing with earthquakes in the kitchen. It’s fun, frantic, and a great game for both casual and hardcore players.
2. It Takes Two
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
This award-winning co-op adventure is designed only for two players, and it’s one of the best teamwork-based games out there. You and your partner play as a couple turned into tiny dolls, solving creative puzzles and navigating beautifully designed levels. Whether you’re gaming with a significant other or a best friend, It Takes Two is a must-play.
3. Minecraft
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Mobile
Few games offer the creative freedom of Minecraft. Whether you’re building massive structures, exploring underground caves, or fighting off mobs at night, playing with friends makes everything better. The game’s flexibility allows you to go at your own pace—whether you’re casually farming or surviving in hardcore mode.
4. Stardew Valley
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Mobile
Farming, fishing, mining, and building a life together—Stardew Valley is the ultimate cozy co-op experience. You and up to three friends can run a farm, complete community projects, and build relationships with the in-game characters. It’s perfect for a relaxed gaming session with friends or family.
5. Left 4 Dead 2 / Back 4 Blood
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
If you and your friends love action-packed games, Left 4 Dead 2 and its spiritual successor, Back 4 Blood, are some of the best zombie survival shooters around. You’ll need to work together to fight off hordes of the undead, rescue each other from tight spots, and survive the chaos.
6. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Racing is fun—but racing while throwing shells at your family members? Even better. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the ultimate party racing game, with tons of tracks, characters, and chaotic power-ups. It’s great for all ages, easy to pick up, and always delivers high-energy fun.
7. Portal 2 (Co-Op Mode)
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
One of the best puzzle games ever made, Portal 2’s co-op mode forces players to think outside the box. You and your partner must use portals to navigate increasingly tricky levels. It’s a fantastic test of teamwork and communication—just try not to “accidentally” drop your partner into the abyss too often.
8. Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Platforms: PC, Xbox
Few games do co-op campaigns as well as Halo. Whether you’re playing through classic story missions or fighting off waves of enemies in Firefight mode, Halo is a great way to experience an iconic franchise with friends.
9. Among Us
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Mobile
Who can you really trust? Among Us is a social deduction game where players work together to complete tasks—but at least one player is an imposter trying to sabotage everything. Whether you’re working as a crewmate or deceiving your friends as the imposter, Among Us is always full of surprises.
10. Don’t Starve Together
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
If you and your friends enjoy a challenge, Don’t Starve Together is the ultimate survival test. You’ll need to gather resources, craft tools, and fend off monsters—all while making sure you don’t, well, starve. It’s a beautifully designed game that requires teamwork and strategy to survive.
11. LEGO Games (Harry Potter, Star Wars, Marvel, etc.)
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
Lego games are a fantastic choice for co-op gaming, especially for families. Whether you’re smashing bricks in LEGO Star Wars or casting spells in LEGO Harry Potter, these games offer fun, lighthearted gameplay that’s easy for players of all ages to enjoy.
12. Divinity: Original Sin 2
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
For RPG fans, Divinity: Original Sin 2 is one of the best co-op experiences available. You and your friends control a party of adventurers, making choices that shape the story, battling in tactical combat, and exploring a richly detailed fantasy world. If you love deep role-playing mechanics, this is a must-play.
13. Sea of Thieves
Platforms: PC, Xbox
Ever wanted to be a pirate? Sea of Thieves lets you and your friends sail the high seas, battle rival ships, search for treasure, and complete quests—all while dealing with the occasional kraken attack. It’s the ultimate pirate adventure with plenty of room for teamwork (and betrayal).
14. Rocket League
Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
Soccer with rocket-powered cars. Need we say more? Rocket League is easy to learn but hard to master, making it a fantastic co-op game whether you’re casually playing or going for ranked matches.
15. Phasmophobia
Platforms: PC
If you and your friends enjoy a good scare, Phasmophobia is an intense co-op horror game where you investigate haunted locations. You’ll use ghost-hunting tools, gather evidence, and try not to get caught by whatever supernatural entity is lurking in the shadows.
Wrapping Up
Co-op games offer some of the best multiplayer experiences, whether you’re looking for casual fun, intense teamwork, or hilarious chaos. Whether you’re gaming with family, close friends, or an online squad, these games provide hours of entertainment. So grab your controller, headset, or keyboard—it’s time to team up and dive into some unforgettable gaming moments.