A million different online multiplayer games seem to arrive each week, but good couch co-op games are a rare find. If you’re looking for suggestions, check out our selection of favorite couch co-op games below, ranging from 2D platformers and RPGs to chill puzzlers and intense shooters. We’ve focused on genuine co-op experiences, not competitive games like Mario Kart. Super Mario 3D World on the Switch offers a fixed camera and inventive stages perfect for chaotic co-op play, while Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze provides a challenging 2D platformer experience. Rayman Legends is a fun and wacky side-scrolling platformer to enjoy with friends, and Baldur’s Gate 3 offers a deep CRPG experience with flexible decision-making in co-op mode. Vampire Survivors is a retro shoot-em-up with auto-firing mechanics, perfect for teamwork with up to four players. Luigi’s Mansion 3 on the Switch is a hilarious ghost-hunting adventure with a second player option, and Clubhouse Games is a compilation of 51 classic tabletop games for easy and fun couch co-op play. Each game offers a unique and exciting co-op experience suitable for various preferences.
