Best Co-op Games on Switch 2

“Super Mario is back! Jump into a fun adventure that combines best parts of previous Mario games and adds a few excellent mechanics that further elevate what was already a juggernaut of platforming experience.”

“More options than ever before in an immense open world make Elden Ring the type of game nearly everyone should give a shot, even if its difficulty remains as tough as ever.”

“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”

“One of the most unique Nintendo Switch 2 games is finally here and Donkey Kong Bananza is awesomer than a bunch of just-ripe bananas.”

“As far as co-op games go, you certainly can't get much better than Split Fiction so invite a friend over and let's watch this epic story unfold.”

“What would happen to the Pokémon world if all the humans disappeared? That’s what Pokémon Pokopia asks in the wake of some mysterious disaster that has left the world in ruins, the Pokémon in hiding, and not a single…”

“Monster Hunter Wilds is the best Monster Hunter game we’ve ever had. The best storyline, the best visuals, and changes to the combat that revolutionise the way the game plays.”

“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.”

“It Takes Two is a pretty well-known game by now. Since it's initial release, it has received tons of praise and various awards, including best multiplayer and g”

“Sea of Stars shows modern RPGs how it's done in this incredible throwback to SNES classics.”

“A clever co-op puzzle adventure that uses communication like no other.”

“Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World is a brand new version of an awesome game so let's get to it.”

“Devil May Cry 5's few minor flaws are blasted away by one of the best combat systems this side of gaming. Each fight is a treat, each boss is a challenge, and I loved every second of it.”

“Craft, build, mine, explore, learn... Minecraft inspires all this and so much more.”

“Absolum is a confident side-scroller with satisfying, punchy combat and a good spread of characters and skills”

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“Live your best life fighting enemies, fishing, farming, mining, and making friends in the super-cute FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time.”

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

“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.”

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

“Pikmin 3 Deluxe is another re-release that isn’t going to blow some people away, but provides another means with which to play a potentially forgotten Wii U classic. For me, it still holds up, and then some.”

“After thirteen years, Space Marine is finally back, and it delivers on almost every front – more grisly gore, huge swarms of enemies, and, crucially, incredibly robust combat mechanics.”

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

“When the story gets going, it’s a lot of fun. There are twists and turns, epic fights with sick attacks, and genuinely interesting characters.”

“The goods must flow in Wube Software's astounding factory management game.”

“Star Fox (2026) (Switch 2) Review – 8.25/10: This Switch 2 remake is a joyful, updated reminder of why the 1997 game is, in fact, very good and fun, but it”

“Ultimately, I’m excited to see Respawn’s plans for the future. Although Apex Legends is fairly light on content at the moment, after having played it for over a week now, it’s become my new favorite battle royale game.”

“PowerWash Simulator 2 smartly sticks to what made the original formula such a blast while throwing in some upgrades to deal with few of its pesky problems.”

“On my (mis)adventures with my new Mac Mini, I stumbled upon a game we've covered before on our site---cutesy multimedia brand holder Sanrio and developer”

“Marsupilami 2 - Salsa Palombia is a colorful, entertaining 2.5D platformer that takes its cues from great names before it.”

“Nobody thought Fortnite would still be popular this late on, but it's continued to adapt and fight for its spot at the top of the battle royale ladder.”

“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”

“An over-the-top power fantasy balanced with appropriate challenge and build variety, BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is the best version of 91Act's rogue-lite, even if some areas could use further improvements.”

“Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok rewards dedication with one of the year's most satisfying action RPG loops. Deep, demanding and dazzling in combat..”

“A co-op adventure that nails the feeling of a playable ‘90s anime.”

“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.”

“Marvel Cosmic Invasion packs all the punch you’d expect from a comic book splash page.”

“Treasure Tracker takes the core concept of Captain Toad and runs wild with it. It’s a smart, adorable puzzle game that presents some awesome locales and really rewards you for taking the time to unpack them.”

“It feels like we've been waiting for it for a long time, but Little Nightmares dev Tarsier Studios has finally delivered its next game. Unsurprisingly, Reanimal feels very much like Little Nightmares in all but name.”

““Ball Over Everything” is a fitting description for NBA 2K26. The smooth on-court action is better than ever and MyCareer’s excellent started-from-the-bottom journey to the pros story make it so the imperfections are…”

“Creative, colourful, and a consistent crack up, Lego Party is purpose-built to turn any boring old night into a block party filled with belly laughs.”

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

“PGA Tour 2K25 comes back strong, with substantial changes to how it looks and plays bringing it within striking distance of the competition.”

“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…”

“LEGO Voyagers is a very different kind of game than the licensed stuff we already know and love, but it’s a good kind of different. If only it weren’t over so quickly.”

“Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’s story may fail to capture the promise of a Tears of the Kingdom prequel, but the gameplay more than makes up for that by wonderfully fusing its source material’s craziest ideas…”

“Team Ninja return with Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, another highly challenging masocore game. The fast-paced, gruelling action game demands skill, strategy and mastery of many gameplay mechanics.”

“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.”

“WWE 2K25 looks fantastic, still feels good to play, and is full of welcome updates both big and small.”

“House Flipper 2 takes the tedium of everyday chores and successfully turns it into a fun and deeply satisfying experience, with enough variety and modes to make it the ideal game for when you just need to kick back and…”

“You won't find any major changes or new additions to modes in EA Sports FC 26, but what you will find is gameplay that's improved across the board.”

“Lords of the Fallen (2023) is a dark fantasy Souls-like and successor to the original Lords of the Fallen from 2014.”

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

“Mario Tennis Fever kicks off the Switch 2 era of Mario sports games with a fresh take on the long-running series.”

“As if the buying up of sports teams by foreign investment hasn't been controversial enough over the past 20 years, now they've come for our sports video”

“Scott Pilgrim is back, and this time he needs to work with his enemies to save the world. Scott Pilgrim EX looks great, has a wonderful soundtrack and is a joy to play thanks to its enjoyable combat.”

“NBA 2K27 (PlayStation 5) Review – 7.75/10: NBA 2K27 aptly builds upon features in prior entries, even when parts of that foundation are less sturdy. - Game Informer”

“An earnest, unapologetically tricky, and time-consuming trucking experience, SnowRunner’s peculiar brand of off-road ordeals is oddly addictive, deep, and rewarding when played in the right spirit.”

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

“Palia is a fantastic multiplayer life sim with strong characters to bond with, engaging activities to grind, and a nearly endless chase for more resources to build your perfect home in the world’s kindest village.”

“A seriously slick and polished Survivors-like, Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel should be considered a must-play if you're a fan of the genre.”

“System Shock 2 25th Anniversary Remaster contains a complete package of the source material, lovingly maintained in its original form, alongside tons of assets and history that most preservation efforts can't compare to.”

“While the gameplay tweaks are welcome and the new match types are fun, the aggressive monetisation makes WWE 2K26 a hard one to recommend for those who pick up the games annually”

“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.”

“EA Sports Madden NFL 27 is here. Has EA done enough to shake off the ghosts of Madden's past? Come find out.”

“A hit sequel across the sixth generation of video game consoles, PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC aims to scratch that nostalgic itch. Fans of 3D platformer collectathons”

“One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 captures the crazy abilities of the One Piece world and translates them perfectly into a brawler that has its issues but will be great for fans of the series.”

“The moral of this story is: No man is an island—not even Sean Murray and his buggy mathematical superformula.”

“Earth Defense Force 6 feels more like Earth Defense 5.5, what with it being so similar to its predecessor.”

“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.”

“The marvellous toy-like racing of the Hot Wheels Unleashed games goes open world - is it worth a go? Our Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Review!”

“There may be some life in the ol' goat yet, but it's probably fair to say that the joke is beginning to wear a little thin... well, a tiny bit, anyway.”

“Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is an entertaining action RPG for newcomers, but its performance on Switch is disappointing.”

“Thankfully, you can play the game offline with all the characters unlocked. You can participate in the multiplayer modes, too, with a rotating selection of guest racers.”

“A charmingly energetic mutation of the action roguelike formula.”

“There is enough depth to Madden 26 that makes it an experience worth the update. It still is not as strong as the CFB franchise, but it is making strides in the right direction.”

“Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted's attempt to remaster the original comes with questionable choices, but it's still a good way to get re-acquainted with (or introduced to) one of the quirkiest puzzle-strategy games of the…”

“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.”

“Super Mario Party Jamboree itself is still fantastic, but the mixed new content of the Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV re-release adds frustrating limitations and strange design decisions to what was otherwise a…”

“Little Nightmares III is a solid yet unspectacular entry that translates the series' core appeal into a cooperative format but fails to fully justify the developer change or the price tag.”

“Ubisoft are back and shaking up the formula of the popular board game. It's our Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains Review!”

“Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is a direct sequel to 2019's Daemon X Machina. Don't worry about that, though.. These games may have stories, but they're not about them; they're about mech combat.”

“While it lacks online multiplayer, you might want to pick up Gear.Club Unlimited 3 if you like the idea of developing your HQ in Japan, competing in races to unlock new features and put together an impressive garage of…”

“The Earth Defense Force franchise has been entertaining gamers with its cheesy action gameplay for over 15 years and this latest game is possibly the best entry in the series so let's see how fun it is slaying countless…”

“Destroy All Humans 2 Reprobed is a beautifully done remake of a cult classic that fans are sure to enjoy.”

“When your mom tells you we have Aragorn, Gimli and Legolas at home...”

“A niche title that certain gamers are sure to love, Outbound is an enjoyable exploration title that can often become too relaxing at times.”

“Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers isn't as rewarding to play as, say, Streets of Rage 4, but it's enjoyable nonetheless.”

“A smooth and simple survival-lite experience, Survival Kids does what it sets out to do well whether you're playing alone or with others.”

“Police Simulator: Patrol Officers has zero redeeming qualities. It takes a serious position, which has had a lot of public issues since its inception in America, and makes a truly awful game out of it.”