Best Online Co-op Games on PC

“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.”

“I think you knew all along this was going to be great. Fantastic, even. All the same, I don't think you'll be prepared for it being this good.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

“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…”

“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.”

“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.”

“To speak of the legacy of the Warhammer franchise is to bring up decades of some of the finest in tabletop gaming: from a rich world with memorable factions to quintessential tabletop wargaming.”

“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.”

“Trine 2 throws players into a dazzling fantasy world and gives them three fun characters -- tools, really -- with which to save it.”

“Does Larian Studios deliver on its Divinity prequel? Here is our official review of Divinity: Original Sin.”

“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.”

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

“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”

“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.”

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

“While there are a few difficulty issues and some iffy story beats, Returnal is a fantastically brutal, rewarding, and deeply atmospheric sci-fi action game.”

“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.”

““Still one of the best sports franchises around, but the next gen versions can’t get here soon enough.””

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

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

“Dark Souls 2 may not match up to its predecessor, but it gets close enough to be an utterly outstanding game.”

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“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.”

“I've been playing ARC Raiders a lot over the past couple of months or so and finally wrote a review. Let's head to the surface and check it out!”

“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.”

“Total War: Warhammer 3 is a uniquely complex game, mildly overwhelming with the diversity of features and options it offers, each adding their own nuances to gameplay.”

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

“Dark Souls: The Willow King is a must-read for Dark Souls fans and can provide entertainment to an avid comic reader.”

“The latest installment of the ever-popular football game is sure to challenge newbies and veterans alike with glorious new passing mechanics and a realism like never before.”

“Nioh 3's focus on player choice in approach, combined with more cinematic storytelling than its competition have made it my favourite game in the genre so far.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“We like it when creators are able to recognize their mistakes. Gears 5 lets go of the expedition company of rookie boy scouts, and serves a hard-boiled action shooter instead. Just like the old days.”

“Many who enjoy the thrill of action and war in video games will head towards the newest and most popular first person shooters, but there are others who enjoy the more tactical options that the real time strategy genre…”

“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…”

“NBA 2K16 brings another year of championship quality basketball to the console and PC.”

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

“Invisible Inc is a thrilling turn-based spy game. Though it fails to tap its colorful characters for story material and personality beyond their unique abilities, its randomized maps and spy equipment make sneaking past…”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“Roboquest is an exciting and satisfying rougelite shooter that’s filled to the brim with content that seems to go on forever. The vast variety of diverse guns is a blast, with each run feeling unique.”

“Even though much of Orcs Must Die! 2 feels like it's an expansion rather than a fully-fledged sequel, Robot Entertainment adds and refines just enough to get away with it.”

“A fantastic RPG that superbly mixes player choice and great combat to create something bigger than the sum of its parts.”

“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”

“God's Trigger is a fast-paced top down shooter in the realm of Hotline Miami, which brings with it some brutal deaths. The various abilities and ways to attack are fantastic.”

“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,…”

“Total War: Three Kingdoms is a fantastic addition to the series, taking place in the Three Kingdoms period of China's history. The gameplay requires patience and strategizing, but is satisfying when successful.”

“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?”

“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 latest Hitman is available as a complete package on day one with seven completely new locations to explore right from the start.”

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

“It's been a couple of years since the previous installment but Super Mega Baseball 3 is finally here and it knocks it out of the park.”

“I have to stop playing Saints Row IV and write a review? That doesn't seem fair to me, but Volition's latest is certainly worth a few words.”

“Children of Morta serves as a fine ARPG for newbies and veterans alike. A beautiful world brought alive by beautiful pixel art, catchy music, and incredibly compelling gameplay that holds the whole package together.”

“While the first Destiny had its shortcomings, they're not quite so evident here. Destiny 2 does everything that the release version of the original failed to do, with a worthwhile story and plenty of other activities to…”

“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.”

“If you like Mega Man and are upset that Capcom is ignoring the franchise, then 30XX is here for you.”

“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.”

“Mortal Kombat 11 offers a fantastic middle ground of depth and accessibility, providing tactical excitement in a beautifully presented, densely packed, and easily digestible package.”

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

“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.”

“As a sequel to one of my favourite underrated franchises in all of gaming, Dungeons 4 brings the goods. Or should I say Evils?”

“Even though its plotline fails to engage and grappling play gets repetitive and boring, Far Cry 4’s game-world and multitude of engaging missions and tasks draw you in.”

“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.”

“One genre that's highly underrepresented in today's gaming market is classic puzzle games. Puyo Puyo Tetris combines two of the most iconic puzzlers into one addictive experience so let's get ready to pop some Puyos!”

“The Far Cry series takes its first trip to America with this explosive entry in Ubisoft's popular first-person shooter franchise.”

“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.”

“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.”

“A few years after the surprisingly good original, we now have a sequel in the form of Remnant II and it makes for one impressive game.”

“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.”

“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”

“Timing button prompts, ruining emotional cutscenes, coordinating madness, and endless mini-game distractions. A Way Out is a co-op game like no other that you shouldn't miss out on experiencing.”

“F1 22 isn't going to blow your mind with its new features, especially when it comes to F1 Life. It does offer some compelling, fast-paced racing backed by some great Career modes, tracks.”

“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,…”