Best 4-Player Co-op Games on PS5

“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.”

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

“Activision Blizzard is facing serious allegations of harassment, mistreatment of marginalised workers, and a toxic work environment. For more information, please click here.”

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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…”

“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!”

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

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

“Review: There are some issues that will irk some players, but Halo: Campaign Evolved is a successful remake nonetheless.”

“Cult co-op horror game Phasmophobia has finally made its way to PS5. This is one of those games we’ve watched from afar, somewhat jealous of all the hilarious clips that have spread since its initial launch on PC back…”

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

“Granblue Fantasy: Relink is a fantastic adventure, and one that will delight fans of the series with its slick action RPG combat, epic boss battles and sweeping anime drama.”

“Trine 5 treads the same ground as its predecessors and falls prey to the same shortcomings, but it's a solid co-op puzzler that has some gorgeous visuals and is a great time.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

“RuneScape: Dragonwilds is a co-op survival RPG with gorgeous lighting, a clever magic system, and a grueling tech tree.”

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

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

“Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands doesn’t stray too far from the Borderlands series, but it doesn’t need to when the consistently funny characters and familiar yet satisfying gameplay are this enjoyable from front to back.”

“Ubisoft's latest racing game bridges the gap to the untouchable Forza.”

“Star Wars Squadrons has taken an impressive first step in revitalising the Star Wars fighter pilot game.”

“Gamers who have already invested hundreds of hours in another hack-and-slash RPG might not be tempted to make a lateral move to Dragonkin: The Banished.”

“Last Epoch delivers an innovative ARPG experience with exceptional build customization and accessible crafting, bolstered by its refreshing time travel mechanic.”

“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.”

“Whether you’ll enjoy MechWarrior 5: Clans depends very much on your own personal tastes. If you’re an existing BattleTech or MechWarrior fan, I think you’ll adore this latest entry in the franchise.”

“Warframe may have been a PC-centric game when it launched, but it became a popular free-to-play hit on console at the PS4’s launch.”

“Dreams are a wonderful thing. After our eyes grow heavy and our bodies fall to sleep, our minds are given incredible possibilities for fun, constrained only by our own imaginations locked away in our slumbering heads.”

“Coming to us from a smaller team within Obsidian Entertainment, Grounded is a somewhat rare example of a survival game being developed by a non-indie studio.”

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

“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.”

“Like some sort of peasant Animal Crossing, Medieval Dynasty casts us in the role of mayor of Dysentery Village.”

“A solid zombie shooter with plenty of replayability that struggles at time with pacing”

“If you’re happy to ignore its single-player mode, Evil Dead: The Game is a well-balanced and fun asymmetric horror title that stands above all other games in this growing sub-genre.”

“It lacks polish, but Dead by Daylight is a genuinely tense ode to 80s slasher movies.”

“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.”

“Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone respected your authority everywhere you go? That’s the feeling you experience with Warhammer 40000: Rogue Trader when you suddenly inherit the titular position.”

“While it never transcends its own limitations and fumbles, Operation Galuga is a solid entry into the Contra franchise that is fun enough to play on its own merits.”

“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.”

“It’s fair to say the Sonic the Hedgehog series has seen something of a resurgence over the last few years. From the well-loved Sonic Mania, Sonic movies, and”

“An entertaining co-op horror excursion that can sometimes feel a bit too oppressive.”

“Fractured Daydream is a solid blend of action RPG elements with tons of immersive environments and fan service, but it does fall short in some notable areas.”

“Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game takes a good premise from a bad movie and makes it into a mediocre game.”

“While PAYDAY 3 will no doubt please series veterans and newcomers, it's still a few updates a way from being definitively better than PAYDAY 2.”

“Midnight Murder Club is fun, if flawed, with all the makings of a cult hit, but a live service game needs to be more than culty”

“Hood: Outlaws & Legends has a strong premise on paper and at times is fun and exciting, but its gameplay shortcomings mean that it never reaches its full potential.”

“Gangs of Sherwood is an interesting game with great visuals, but feels a bit too repetitive and hard to play on Steam Deck.”

“Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports may not be terribly wacky, but it shines more so than it fumbles.”

“Soccer Story brings its take on a combination of adventure, sports, and RPG. A cute world is unfortunately undermined by both sporting and technical difficulties.”

“With a brand that covers more properties than there are people in the world, Funko's Pop Vinyls are everywhere; So when you see that there is a Funko-branded game featuring their big-headed Beany Babies, you would think…”

“Demon-killing shooter Scathe promises to be more than just a Doom clone, but does it really bring anything new to the table?”

“You’ll be left out with a “meh” after finishing the game. What game did we just play?”