Best 4-Player Co-op Games

“A few years ago now, before Covid started. A friend of mine finally managed to convince me to join his D&D group, I'd expressed curiosity about it for”

“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.”

“The epic saga continues with Halo 3, the third chapter of the Halo trilogy, Master Chief returns to finish the fight, bringing the epic conflict between the Covenant, the Flood, and the entire human race to a dramatic,…”

“A stunning addition to Rockstar’s library.For all the controversy surrounding its violence, sexuality, and vindictive portrayal of American culture, it’s ironic that the [...]”

“The legless Legend continues.Though Rayman games have been around since the 90s, 2011’s Rayman Origins rebooted the series in such a [...]”

“Super Smash Bros. Ultimate lets up to eight players square off in action-packed battles that are all about smashing beloved video game characters off the screen.”

“As a Halo fanatic since the original Xbox's Australian launch in 2002, my hope has always been to see the full series move from its ageing console confines to”

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

“L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper cooperative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat and more.”

“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!”

“LittleBigPlanet 2 gives players the ability to make better levels and completely new games.”

“To say Stardew Valley is an impressive debut from ConcernedApe would be an understatement. This is a game you don't want to overlook.”

“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.”

“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…”

“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.”

“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.”

“Set in a vivid sci-fi universe, Assault Android Cactus is an arcade-style, twin-stick shooter that requires players to be ready for anything, with dynamic levels that continuously introduce new elements.”

“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.”

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

“Still, this is a solid title that must be experienced. If you don't mind a few disembodied handfuls of rage-inducing difficulty or the constant, sanity-warping slapstick, you'll have a blast, especially if you invite…”

“But the game’s biggest strength is in how well it establishes the tone and feeling of the console CoD4 games.”

“Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants.”

“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.”

“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.”

“Animal Crossing: New Horizons lets players take the fun to a deserted island. Collect, craft, set up a home, make friends, and more!”

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

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

“It's a rarity nowadays to actually get that sense of accomplishment without something looming over your head that has you asking what's next, and wondering when you'll get to pay to see it.”

“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.”

“Think strategically to place tents in the peaceful universe of Tents and Trees, a puzzle game set in the great outdoors!”

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

“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.”

“Roots of Pacha travels back to the Stone Age to innovate on the farming sim.”

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

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

“Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve delivers a substantial flight combat experience with a lengthy campaign, deep aircraft options, strong presentation, and…”

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

“Scholar of the First Sin is a noble attempt to right the perceived wrongs of Dark Souls II, but while some tweaks are welcome, others -such as certain enemy placements- are less so.”

“*Hoard Mode is the name of any game mode that pits you against wave after wave of enemies. Resident Evil calls it Mercenaries.”

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

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

“Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is a new evolution of the fast-paced, frenetic Geometry Wars gameplay, and will introduce full 3D action and both cooperative and competitive multiplayer for the first time.”

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

“Diablo is back, better and more addicting than ever, and with an insane level of post-campaign content. It takes some time for the game to open up, but once it does you won't be able to put it down.”

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

“Building on the popular naval missions featured in AC III, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is set in the 1700s during the Golden Age of Piracy, letting you roam the Caribbean islands as Edward Kenway, grandfather of AC…”

“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.”

“Dig through planets—and hours—in the charming space sandbox Starbound.”

“Enshrouded is a wonderful fantasy survival-crafter with a compelling world, fun combat, and a real sense of adventure.”

“Time for the ODSTs to shine.During the events of Halo 2 the Covenant launch an attack on the African city of New Mombasa, [...]”

“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.”

“Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of the popular strategy game with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a new and fully remastered soundtrack, and brand-new content.”

“An ultimately conservative though meaningful improvement upon the previous Division title in every way, Tom Clancy's The Division 2 stands as a sterling third-person loot shooter experience that is best enjoyed with…”

“Tales of Xillia is a fun JRPG with an addictive battle system that tries to add a layer of strategy, but it doesn't quite nail it.The [i]Tales [/i]series of JRPGs has always been just on the cusp of being amazing.”

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

“Spelunky is a cave exploration / treasure-hunting game inspired by classic platform games and roguelikes, where the goal is to grab as much treasure from the cave as possible.”

“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,…”

“Helldivers II is a cooperative shooter that packs in frantic, third-person action against massive enemy mobs.”

“You can’t lock me out, NHL!With the NHL’s fourth work stoppage in less than 20 years now in full effect, hockey fans now [...]”

“The Bad Company crew again find themselves in the heart of the action, where they must use every weapon and vehicle at their disposal to survive.”

“Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons Battlemarked is an excellent onboarding ramp for tabletop roleplaying, and is an easy recommendation for players looking to jump into a new story.”

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

“To ink or not to ink, that is the question.The Splatoon IP has firmly established itself, since its release in those ‘halcyon’ days of 2015, as one [...]”

“Helldivers is set in a dystopian future, where players fight to protect Super Earth, where a managed democracy has blurred the lines between military and government rule.”

“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”

“Mathematically proven to be the funniest game ever made! In the stagnant cesspool that is the first person shooter genre, it's always nice to see a game [...]”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“An indie co-op PvE shooter might not be something you expect to enjoy, but Mycopunk will surprise you. The characters and missions are fun and creative, but the base gameplay carries it all.”

“The war has taken its toll, but will the aliens ever give up? No, never.Space Invaders Extreme, as the name would suggest, is a remake for the current generation of handhelds of [...]”

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

“Warhammer: Vermintide 2 offers tense co-op gameplay that is so much more than just “Left 4 Dead with swords””

“So along comes Sins of a Solar Empire, looking to fill up that black hole with a meaty asteroid of RTS gameplay.”

“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.”

“One of the best entries in the Tales series finally gets the complete release that it deserves on modern platforms.”

“Redemption provides an authentic Wild West experience that you'll find nowhere else. It's a shame that the multiplayer pales in comparison to the awesome single-player experience”

“Dragon's Crown is a 2D hack and slash, beat 'em up action game where players will be bludgeoning, cleaving, shooting and looting their way through intricate side-scrolling dungeons.”

“Guitar Hero: World Tour will feature guitar, vocals, drums, the ability to create your own songs (and upload them on GHTunes), four-player on/offline co-op, and an eight-player battle of the bands multiplayer mode…”

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

“Iconic PlayStation hero Sackboy returns in an all-new 3D adventure with a deeply immersive and expressive control scheme.”

“Dark Souls: Remastered allows players to explore the twisted ancient land of Lordran in the first title of the action role-playing series like never before.”

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

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

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

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

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

“Blizzard's MOBA is a bridge-building ambassador for the genre.”

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

“Fall of Cybertron sparkles thanks to a decent script, clever characters and the fact it steers well clear of the territory most other shooters are aiming for.”

“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,…”

“Sons of the Forest can fumble with its narrative, but its survival crafting fundamentals and sandbox still warrant a look.”

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

“N++ is a further distillation and refinement of what made N and N+ cult classics in the first place.”

“It should be noted that the Switch version is meant to also include an Escape Mode where you control an inmate trying to find their way out. For the purposes of this review, we haven’t been able to check it out.”

“At first when I saw this title was coming to PS4, I must confess that another title; The Long Dark, sprung to mind. In some ways the two games are sort of”