Best 4-Player Co-op Games on PS4

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

“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 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.”

“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.”

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

“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?”

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

“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…”

“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,…”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“Is the latest entry in the series going in the history books as a great one?”

“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”

“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!”

“Strong, handsome and, at times, fantastic, but FIFA 15 still never quite feels like football.”

“TowerFall harkens back to the day when you could play a game like GoldenEye 007, when the person next to you got punched in the shoulder for besting you.”

“It may be following closely in the slipstream of the hero shooters that have come before it, but by doing so Marvel Rivals has firmly placed itself in a strong position to take the crown for itself.”

“Runbow is a fantastic, colorful, energetic platformer with great style and plenty of content for both solo and group players. At the very least, it is definitely worthy of a spot in your “great multiplayer games” folder.”

“Granblue Fantasy: Relink isn’t a game that I’d suggest for everybody, but if you’re a JRPG fan looking for something new to try and enjoy I’d say you can’t go wrong.”

“The style of Ultimate Chicken Horse is great and when it all comes together, it is a special brand of silly party gaming. Unfortunately, unless you find that perfect situation, the quality of the fun can vary wildly.”

“Fire Emblem, Dungeons and Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering walk into a tavern… that was one wild party. UPDATED with score September 23.”

“The Fall Guy is funny, elevated by its celebration of film and the charisma of Ryan Gosling, resulting in an extremely fun time.”

“Unrailed! lets you become a virtual John Henry. It's a multiplayer arcade game about laying track in the wild west, building a rail line a few blocks at a time.”

“The Division is a very interesting game, with soaring highs as well as flaws, and the best multiplayer for years.”

“Alienation is a top-down action game where you wield a variety of weapons killing all sorts of alien scum.”

“The Finals mixes solid shooting with dynamic destruction and game-show-infused presentation to create a thrillingly chaotic concoction.”

“Particularly after playing something that required so much of my time and energy (I’m looking at you, Persona 5), I enjoyed being able to power down and blast through Dragon Quest Heroes II.”

“Stellaris captures the wonder of exploring space and colonizing the stars, but gets bogged down when the borders freeze and negotiations start.”

“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…”

“Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is an all-new, fantasy-fueled adventure set in an unpredictable world full of whimsy, wonder, and high-powered weaponry.”

“Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown re-envisions the visceral fighting experience of the original with gorgeous HD graphics, new online features, and all the bone-crunching, martial arts combat of its renowned…”

“Warhammer: End Times – Vermintide is an interesting conundrum. Nothing here is new or particularly innovative, but it is a well-realized experience nonetheless.”

“Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare will immerse players in a war story that, for the first time in franchise history, extends beyond the reaches of Earth into the vast expanse of our solar system.”

“Sniper Elite 5 emphasizes player agency with another thrilling sandbox that excels when you're looking down the scope.”

“A call has been sent out to all commanders in the Pilot Federation for help. Apparently things have been getting a bit rowdy over in the Rakapila system, and they’re after some able pilots to come and hunt down any…”

“EA Sports FC 24 for the Nintendo Switch is the latest in the long line of soccer titles. Previously known as FIFA, this series has been around since the 1990s.”

“Riders Republic invites players to an exhilarating social playground, where they can experience the thrill of extreme sports in an open and densely populated world.”

“Crossover fighting games are always interesting so here's one that brings 2 iconic RPG franchises together in one jam-packed experience.”

“Moving Out is a zany action-puzzle moving simulator that redefines the meaning of couch co-op.”

“The gameplay, presentation and depth are all strong with the force, but one of the two multiplayer modes keeps this space dogfighter from achieving the rank of master”

“An Improvement on the Dead Island formula thanks to additions of parkour and organic moments, but won't reinvent the open world zombie genre.”

“A few years have gone by and we now have a sequel to one silly co-op game so get ready to smash some windows in Moving Out 2.”

“With all of the innovations LittleBigPlanet 3 brings with Toggle, Oddsock, and Swoop, it’s a shame they aren’t allowed to show off their stuff on a regular basis, because they are the best thing to happen to the series…”

“Charming, addictive but sometimes ruthlessly unforgiving, PixelJunk Monsters 2 has made the transition into 3D almost unscathed.”

“Last year's action RPG hit Remnant: From the Ashes now has a swanky new physical release so I figured it's about time to check it out.”

“But if you're into puzzle games where even the smallest can be a challenge, Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy is a really good game to pick.”

“I was vaguely aware of the Attack on Titan series during the height of the Anime adaptation’s popularity but had never given it more than a cursory look.”

“Will The Crew Motorfest speed past its competition to take the chequered flag, or will it lose control and skid off the track?”

“Back 4 Blood is another great multiplayer zombie game, but some serious balance issues force it to stumble out of the gate.”

“Obsidian’s Grounded is basically Honey, I Shrunk The Kids crossed with Minecraft.”

“Face the darkness in single player or team up with friends as you blast your way through Nazi undead in this spine-chilling shooter.”

“Gaming and extreme sports have always had a close relationship in this sphere with franchises such as SSX and Tony Hawk being the leaders. However over the”

“Not all it's cracked up to be. Hype is a cruel mistress. It’s a powerful tool to push pre-orders and interest. Hype creates positive word-of-mouth [...]”

“All in all Plants vs. Zombies - Battle for Neighborville is a worthy timesink if you’re looking for a fun, lighthearted multiplayer shooter. It has its issues running on the Switch but there’s nothing game-breaking.”

“Dauntless is a monster hunting game that is distributed by the great folks at Epic Games and developed by Phoenix Labs. Even though the gameplay is very much in”

“Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 makes masssive improvements over it's predecessor but suffers from a lack of originality in the long run. It feels more like an extension of Xenoverse rather than a sequel.”

“Human: Fall Flat has its endearing, satisfying moments and its aggravating moments. The physics are fun to play around with and present a challenge, but the wonky camera movement is a weakness that’s hard to overlook.”

“God Eater: Resurrection is a very fun hunting game, though it’s not perfect. It’s great that there is another alternative to the Monster Hunter formula available to us, though.”

“While the fear factor may not go all that far, the gameplay experience in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is smooth as butter and flows like claret from a freshly opened artery.”

“Overall, Soundfall is a wonderful game to listen to, even if the combat and metronome mechanic can be frustrating to work with.”

“Evil Dead: The Game is a co-op and PvP multiplayer title based on the Evil Dead franchise starring Bruce Campbell as Ash Williams.”

“If you live for long-term loot grinds, visceral combat, and everything anime then Phantasy Star Online 2 will amuse you with hundreds of hours of entertainment.”

“Dead Island 2 manages to pull off an incredibly fun experience, and delivers on some of the missed promise of the first title.”

“As primarily a console gamer, I’ve been unable to participate in the burgeoning new subgenre of asymmetrical multiplayer “Hide-and-Seek” games up until”

“Gearbox has done a great job with the overall package and deserves a new look for fans. While it may not be the most complete version, that all-new chapter is good enough in itself to get fans interested again.”

“Super Motherload is a classic arcade-style, four-player digging game that challenges you to dig deep into the substrata of Mars as they collect increasingly rare and valuable minerals.”

“It's been a while but Konami's classic arcade shooter is back with Contra: Operation Galuga and it's quite competent, especially in co-op.”

“Minecraft has been delighting gamers for years and it now has a new spin-off so sharpen your sword and let's fend off some creepers.”

“Tricky Towers is an incredibly creative and unique take on the puzzle genre. I just wish there was more to unlock and explore as it does have incredible potential.”

“If you want more of the same well-built experience, Overwatch 2 provides the same quality as the original game. If you wanted anything more, you'll be disappointed.”

“Marvelous Entertainment has graced us with yet another entry in the Senran Kagura series, aka Shinobi Girls with Impossible Boobs. Senran Kagura: Peach Beach Splash dares to ask the hard-hitting questions.”

“Players delve into a grand storyline and discover the zest of adventure with new characters, magical lands and action-packed gameplay that the "Tales of" franchise is known for.”

“Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot’em up where missions are driven procedurally.”

“Strike Vector EX is a small game with a lot of heart. While the campaign is sub-par and it doesn’t offer the depth or longevity or other titles, what’s there is fun, fast, and wild.”

“If you’re looking for a couch co-op game that’ll bring your loved ones closer together for a sweet-natured bonding session, Manic Mechanics probably isn’t the one for you - but what I can say is that if your family is…”

“I'm mostly disappointed in Super Cane Magic Zero. The fun, dumb world and deep RPG mechanics could have hooked me, but the punishing repetition and clunky combat kept me angry through almost all of my playtime.”

“Think of Wreckreation as a spiritual sequel to Burnout Paradise, only not as polished and with the addition of creation elements. It has some issues, but it's been much improved since launch thanks to numerous patches.”

“Power-ups and downs.Beach Buggy Racing has been a surprisingly reliable kart racing series. The first console game wasn't great, but [...]”

“Unity is an impressive technical achievement despite its issues, and it is certainly a significant step forward for the series as a whole.”

“The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing is no second coming of Diablo II, but it's a fun, funny action-RPG with occasional glimmers of innovation.”

“Papa Hegevall is satisfied after a couple of days with Superstars and realises that Arzest has repaired its reputation after the horrible Balan Wonderworld and released a charming family game that captures most of the…”

“It is hard to recommend Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization to anyone who isn't already a Sword Art fan. The story just takes so long to get into and you can't skip the cut scenes.”

“RetroMania Wrestling isn’t the most technically accomplished wrestling game out there, but it is a joyous arcade brawler that gets more entertaining the more people you can rope in to a match.”

“While Farming Simulator 19 certainly isn't for everyone, it does offer a deep and immersive experience that some gamers will absolutely love.”

“Wondershot succeeds at being an entertaining party game, but is too easy to master, and best played in small doses.”

“A sequel to one of my favourite co-op platformers is here and Biped 2 is full of variety and adorable robot charm so grab a chum and let's go.”

“Like a lot of of titles in this genre, Ark: Survival Evolved has a steep learning curve and requires quite the time – and possibly financial – investment.”

“Sometime around 2007, when Gigantoraptor was described. Not that it’s NOT spelled “Giganotoraptor,” so I suspected something was amiss.”

“Rampant server issues, poor performance, badly designed UI and a non-existent player base have crippled what should have been a really interesting change of pace for console shooters.”

“If you enjoy gaming with pals then you may want to stick around and read my Riverbond review to see if it belongs in your collection.”

“You can play Tiny Brains alone, but this puzzle game is built for co-op. You combine the unique powers of four rodents in different ways to move through a lab.”