Best 4-Player Co-op Games

“Even when you do eventually beat the game, you're then thrown into a new game plus cycle that means you can just keep playing and making your character stronger and stronger. It's such a blast to play.”

“Baldur's Gate 3 is an open-world RPG like no other. The insane depth, originality and ingenuity on offer truly sets a new standard for not just RPGs, but video games in general.”

“The best thing about DOTA 2 is its player vs player action. The worst thing about DOTA 2 is its player vs player interaction.”

“Grand Theft Auto V is a compelling title filled with activity and undoubtedly a contender for Game of the Year. It's an astounding game that once again pushes the standard of what is expected from open-world titles.”

“Red Dead Redemption 2 is an incredible achievement in open-world game design. It's dense, massive, and beautiful.”

“Divinity: Original Sin II has expanded greatly upon its predecessor, addressing many of the complaints it once had and pushing the standard much farther away.”

“This is no longer Bungie's Halo, but much of what made the series such an irresistible proposition has remained intact for this new beginning.”

“With atmospheric graphics, a stirring soundtrack, deeply customizable characters, and non-stop action, Diablo III is the king of action-RPGs and a crown jewel in the late PlayStation 3 library.”

“With Rayman Origins setting a new standard for everyone's favourite French hero, and rubbing shoulders with the leaders in the platforming genre, Michel Ancel's long overdue sequel has a lot to live up to.”

“With Halo: Reach, Bungie has exited its most precious series with one almighty, planet-shattering bang.”

“Monaco: What's Yours is Mine delivers one of the purest and most enjoyable cooperative experiences I've had in quite some time.”

“Super Smash Bros Ultimate is just as the name suggests, the Ultimate Smash experience. All the characters and stages have returned. A better balance across all 74 playable characters.”

“As a series that has been around for nearly four decades, Super Mario Bros. should have shown signs of slowing down years ago. But continuous thoughtful reinvention has helped the franchise remain a genre leader.”

“If you've ever wondered what it would be like to race around the streets of Hirosaki Castle in cherry blossom season, play Forza Horizon 6.”

“Playground Games and Microsoft Studios are at it again with another stylish racer. This time around, they created an open world based on rural UK complete with gorgeous seasons so rev your engine and get ready to race!”

“It's hard to get your friends to understand why a farming video game would be so much fun. Every time I've had to explain a Harvest Moon game to someone they im”

“Mario Kart 8 is one of my favorite games on the Wii U, in fact it's probably one of the best Mario Kart games ever made. With it's fancy graphics and addictiv”

“Forza Horizon 3 is the strongest entry in the Forza Horizon offshoots by far, and easily a strong contender for the best racing sim out there.”

“LittleBigPlanet 2 is a fun, more accessible sequel that entertains from start to finish with a flurry of creative new ideas.”

“If you want the RPG with the most skills, the most stats to consider, and a world that constantly makes meaningful use of every line on your character sheet, there’s nothing else quite like Divinity: Original Sin…”

“It’s crazy to say that Tetris, a game from 1984, feels brand new, but with Tetris Effect: Connected and a dash of virtual reality, it really does.”

“Fun twin-stick shooter with endearing characters. Grab a friend and unleash a fury of projectiles for the Genki Star!”

“But when all is said is done, the important thing here is Mass Effect 3 is the close to one of the most beloved new series in this current console generation.”

“If you’ve been skipping out on Monster Hunter games for a while because they seem to blend together, jumping into World is your chance to get in.”

“You don’t need to be as strong as a Viking to enjoy Valheim. However, having that strength and a few friends by your side might help you survive and navigate this fascinating yet unforgiving world.”

“Far Cry 3 will find you questioning your sanity, your loyalty, and your will to survive.”

“Shredder's Revenge brings the turtles out of their shells with great combat, a huge rogues' gallery, and a delightfully bright '80s environment.”

“Spelunky has been around for over a dozen years and it's finally available for Nintendo Switch so grab your whip and let's descend.”

“Explore the farthest reaches of space to discover new planets and fight unique creatures while trying to find the perfect place to call home.”

“Path of Exile 2 launched into Early Access today and Mitch has been putting it through its paces ahead to today's launch.”

“Aside from some texture upgrades, Scholar of the First Sin boasts enhanced lighting, changed enemy/item positions, and all of the DLC previously released.”

“Gears of War 3 represents state-of-the-art design and gameplay where you become the king badass among a gory world of bad-asses.”

“A brilliant action roguelike that's only as complex as you want it to be.”

“Is Blizzard's new world the new king of multiplayer shooters?”

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“Rayman Origins is a delirious platformer packed with delicious visuals and scrumptious level design.”

“Animal Crossing: New Horizons gives you more creative freedom and more to do on any given day while preserving what makes the series special.”

“Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is the series at its very best, bringing a truly cinematic outlook to its special brand of arcade-infused dogfighting.”

“Atlus and Vanillaware make a strong case for the greatest tag team in modern gaming. Dragon's Crown is a brilliant reimagining of a classic genre that wields the depth of an RPG while keeping core elements intact.”

“An engrossing roguelike that can win over the roguelike-avoidant.”

“Despite my qualms with certain challenges and the last boss, I cannot get enough of Risk of Rain 2. I love the characters and discovering secrets while setting new goals for myself.”

“Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime will set your pulsars racing”

“Simple, but insanely fun moto-soccer game that shines in multiplayer.”

“Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition proposes a reviving experience of the original series with enhanced features and many new civilizations”

“Satisfactory is the new titan in building and crafting games.”

“For true next-gen arcade racing thrills Burnout Paradise is most definitely your best option.”

“Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition is simply the best the game has ever been.”

“All-in-all, this is the most fun I’ve had with multiplayer these past few months, and I’d recommend this game to both newcomers and Streets of Rage fanatics alike.”

“Geometry Wars 3 is basically digitized crack. It's challenging, it's visually amazing, and it's soundtrack should be available to purchase separately. Take my Money!”

“With its enhancements over the original release, Risk of Rain Returns is an excellent game to spend some time with, whether that's on your own or playing with mates.”

“Man the cannons and brace for impact, because Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is here to blow up any preconceived notions you had about the annual franchise.”

“Civilization is finally back on consoles and boy is it still bloody fun to play. With plenty of new systems to get your head around, some fairly intuitive controls and the ability to wage war on your neighbours because…”

“DOOM is back on a Nintendo system for the first time since 1997 when DOOM 64 released. That’s pretty wild that it’s been 20 years! I was never a big fan of”

“Minecraft meets Valheim in top-down survival crafting sandbox Core Keeper.”

“HELLDIVERS 2 is worth going through hell to experience its gameplay and world, but server issues and glitches will rain on that campaign. Still, there’s nothing quite like diving in, feet first.”

“Most twin-stick shooters serve up ammo and enemies in equally infinite proportions, embracing the shoot-everything-that-moves formula that has come to define the genre. Helldivers is different.”

“It goes without saying that if you want a great third-person squad-based shooter then Gears of War is the place to go.”

“Guacamelee! 2 takes the fluid platforming and engaging beat ‘em up combat of the first title and expands them, leading to an expertly refined Metroidvania experience that feels new yet familiar.”

“Wargroove is a deeply engaging strategy game that has the potential to continue to thrive and develop for years to come with a dedicated playerbase of creators”

“Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a pure kart racer that feels like a return to form for the series and a fun racing experience regardless of your affinity with the blue hedgehog.”

“Dragon Age: Inquisition is the game that Dragon Age II should have been. Set in one of the most diverse and awe-inspiring game worlds in quite some time, Inquisition will have you searching every nook and cranny,…”

“Runbow has been ported a lot since its initial 2015 release on Wii U. What about this game is so appealing or is this party platformer simply overrated?”

“Splatoon 2 adds some great new weapons and decent new modes, but an over-reliance on the its familiar formula keeps it from feeling like a full-blown sequel.”

“Splatoon 3 builds on everything that its predecessor got right, opting to further refine the formula rather than drastically update it.”

“The most exciting multiplayer shooter in recent years, held back from greatness by its questionable staying power.”

“Sunderfolk isn't great if you play it on your own, but the experience with friends is fantastic and memorable.”

“The Splatoon Raiders shifts its focus to a single-player adventure but will this new direction prove to be a fresh splash of ink?”

“Halo Infinite does a great job of nailing what makes Halo work so well while expanding the gameplay, adding in new elements like an open world and new armor abilities.”

“When you take one of the best RPGs from 2012 and shrink it down to a handheld, there's a lot that could happen. Thankfully, all of the best parts of Borderlands 2 made the transition.”

“All the convenient and nice additions in the world wouldn’t matter though if the core game wasn’t so damn brilliant, which it still is.”

“While Sackboy A Big Adventure tends to follow a strict platforming formula, it also shows unparalleled creativity in visuals and level design, even going beyond by incorporating the soundtrack as part of the gameplay in…”

“The embers of Dark Souls might not burn as bright seven years later, but Dark Souls: Remastered proves this is still one of the best RPGs of the modern era.”

“There’s something rather unsettling about the island peninsula you find yourself stranded on during the opening cutscene of The Forest.”

“Tom Clancy's The Division 2 takes place in the USA's national capital, Washington, DC which is in a bit of a mess with rebel gangs roaming the streets of the now dilapidated city.”

“Its microtransactions are annoying, but Genshin Impact's inviting open world is easy to love.”

“BattleBlock Theater is here to do for puzzle platforming what Alien Hominid and Castle Crashers did for side-scrolling combat.”

“Where it does excel and differentiate itself is in its colorful environments, heavily contrasting with other similar titles that tend to go for a much darker dungeon crawler approach.”

“As we all know, space dwarves make for excellent miners so grab your pickaxe and firearms and get ready to have a blast.”

“The sleeper hit of 2020, Among Us hits the Nintendo Switch for even more party fun.”

“It's a little hobbled by old-school stylings and the story could be better, but few modern hack-and-slash RPGs are quite so fun.”

“Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare adds new life with movement and graphics, but falls short on sound design and story.”

“Prison Architect is a great simulator that made the transition from computers to console admirably.”

“Despite the lack of a campaign and any tonal consistency, Black Ops 4 boasts a thrilling entry into the battle royale space.”

“Roguelites. Is there anything they can’t do? While this sub-genre of games seems like it’s a dime a dozen, there’s a reason why these tough affairs are so”

“Overcooked 2 may be short on surprises, but that’s totally fine. It expands and refines exactly what we loved about the original, with plenty of fun and challenging stages to be played again and again, whether alone,…”

“Heave Ho 2 (Switch 2) Review – 8.25/10: This sequel from developer Le Cartel Studio is a great way to spend a few afternoons with family and friends”

“And that’s why they call it Death Road to Canada. It can be too harsh for its own good, and folks who are tired of roguelikes will struggle to embrace that part of the design, but it’s still one of the better road-trip…”

“Alien Hominid Invasion is a chaotic and fun game, though there’s so much going on, it’s hard to keep track of your alien, and it gets hard!”

“When it comes to off-the-wall indies, few developers top The Behemoth and their classic beat 'em up is now freshly remastered.”

“Cooperative on-the-couch multiplayer games are a great way to bond with friends. Overcooked's rewarding gameplay forces you and your pals to work together like a well-oiled machine so let's head to the kitchen and have…”

“The Snipperclips DLC makes an already sweet game even sweeter. Most of the new levels slot perfectly into the existing package, bringing fresh ideas that feel right at home without covering too much of the same ground…”

“World of Warships is Wargaming’s finest vehicle combat game, but its free-to-play model is getting prohibitively expensive.”

“When it's at its best, Final Fantasy X-2 is every bit as poignant, endearing, and engrossing as its forebears.”

“Borderlands 4 has been out for a while and I'm glad I gave it a chance after its rocky start on console, especially with how fun it all is.”

“As a rogue-like that may not be on everyone's radar, Inkbound goes beyond expectations to deliver an addictive and gorgeous turn-based experience.”

“An action RPG with survival and base building elements, you get out of V Rising what you put into it.”

“Watch Dogs 2 is a step in the right direction to establish itself as an Ubisoft staple franchise.”

“New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe is another great Wii U game to make its way to the Nintendo Switch.”

“Age of Empires 4 is a deeply enjoyable return for the series. It puts history front and centre, and opts to refresh its gameplay instead of reinvent it. That may not be enough for some.”

“Gloomhaven takes the boardgame and turns every aspect of it digital.”