Strategy for two on the network. Best co-op games
Below is a selection of the best multiplayer strategies where you can play or compete with other players over the network. Games were selected with live multiplayer. Separately, I made a selection of others (not strategies).
Age of Empires II-III
Release date: 1999 HD version - 2013
Genre: RTS, Historical Strategy
Age of Empires is one of the first strategies in which so much attention was paid to the game balance between the opposing sides. The game features 27 civilizations, from the Vikings and the British to medieval Japan and Pharaonic Egypt. The development for them is about the same, but each nation has unique buildings and types of troops. For their production, four types of resources have to be mined, there is the possibility of trading on the market. The game is included in and best .
The gameplay is typical for a real-time strategy - first you equip the economy, build a city and workers. Starting small, you gradually move into more technological buildings, more deadly types of troops and improvements for them. Each civilization has a unique culture, military system and economic features. Especially the "Age of Empires" will appeal to those who are cool about the already bored fantasy universes. Despite the year, multiplayer is still alive in the game and tournaments are held among fans.
Age of Mythology
Release date: 2002
Fantastic strategy Age of Mythology gameplay differs little from its predecessor Age of Empires. Here is the same graphics, the same principle of building the economy and hiring troops. However, there are also important changes, for example, the fighting parties are represented by only 3 factions - the ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Vikings. In addition, instead of such a resource as a stone, now players will have to get a blessing, and each race is given it in its own, unique way.
But the main innovation is the appearance of gods who perform the functions of heroes. Each faction has 12 of them, but they do not directly participate in battles. Instead, they bestow special abilities called "divine power" that are useful both in the economy and in battle. In addition, special units in the form of fantastical creatures have been added to the strategy, which are especially effective on the battlefield.
Rise of Nations Extended Edition
Release date: 2014
Rise of Nations is one of the clones of the popular Age of Empires game. Moreover, an extremely successful clone, which introduced many innovations into the game mechanics that refreshed the gameplay. So, the concept of the capital was introduced, the number of resource types was expanded to 5. Otherwise, the gameplay is understandable for any fan of the genre - starting from scratch, you build an economy, an army and set off to conquer the world around you.
In total, there are almost 24 nations in the strategy, but they are very similar to each other, it is enough to be able to play for one to easily lead any of the remaining ones. The game gives you the opportunity to think strategically - the level of technology is divided into 8 eras, and the user himself determines which way his empire will go. You can hit technology, or you can fight numerous armies of weak fighters - everyone determines the playing style, focusing on their own preferences.
Warcraft III The Frozen Throne
Release date: 2002
Genre: RTS with RPG elements
Warcraft III The Frozen Throne tells the story of a global confrontation between four factions - elves, humans, orcs and the undead. Their well-being is threatened by the invasion of the forces of the Demon Legion, and it is up to them to decide whether to join the invaders or unite and fight back. To do this, you need to extract resources (gold and wood), rebuild cities and accumulate armies. And all-powerful heroes are given to help the player - especially strong combat units with unique talents. The game is still played in tournaments.
With each killed enemy, the heroes gain experience, which is realized in new magical abilities. In addition, they have an inventory where valuable items are stored - potions, scrolls, artifacts. One of the features of Warcraft is that all 4 races are completely different from one another, while the game has a well-balanced balance of power. The game is included in the top and selection.
Red Alert 3 Uprising
Release date: 2009
Genre: RTS
Red Alert is a fantasy about how the history of the Earth could turn out if one of the three great powers was ruled by a genius of military art. The player will have to take on these responsibilities, lead the divisions of the Soviets, the Alliance or Japan, take part in building a happy or not-so-alternative future. The mechanics of the game remained unchanged - most of the time you have to manage futuristic military equipment, not forgetting to develop the economy.
The Uprising add-on continues the franchise's storyline, but makes it more colorful and interesting. Now new units become available to users, new battle modes appear. And the most interesting thing is the appearance of a storyline where you can take a break from the strategic scale of battles by taking control of the fragile but deadly girl Yuriko.
StarCraft II
Release date: 2010
Genre: RTS
Without exaggeration, the cult project in the genre of gaming science fiction is StarCraft. With the release of the sequel, the game has retained the scale of the battles and the epic plot of the previous part, combining them with beautiful graphics and beautiful landscapes of distant planets. In the arena, there are still the same three opposing races - terrans (humans), protoss (technological humanoids) and zerg (reminiscent of a swarm of insects). So different from each other, they all need wise guidance to survive in a deadly confrontation.
There are two resources in the strategy - Vespene gas and minerals. By extracting them, we develop the base, settle in new deposits and invest in troops. There are several dozen types of troops to choose from, almost everyone has several unique abilities. Battles proceed at an extremely high pace, success entirely depends on the speed and attentiveness of the player.
Sid Meier's Civilization V
Release date: 2010
The fifth part of the cult Civilization is a project that has gone far from its predecessors. In general, the features of building our own civilization have remained the same - we are expanding on the global map, starting in the era of the ancient world, and ending in 2050. That's just the process of managing construction and armies has changed beyond recognition. And it has changed for the better.
Now the game is easily mastered by everyone, even beginners. Moves on the map are made like on a chessboard, own and enemy cities and armies are drawn schematically on it. Battles take place very quickly, armies have become compact, arrows now hit much further. Diplomacy is simplified, and scientific development, on the contrary, is easier to do. Nevertheless, Civilization has remained a thoughtful game that only the masters of macromanagement can win.
Total War ATTILA
Release date: 2015
Genre: Turn-based grand strategy
Events in Total War ATTILA begin in 395. Mighty Rome falls under the blows of nomads led by the talented military leader Attila. In the real past, the aliens were able to crush the empire, but not everything is so simple in the game - the user can lead one of the warring factions, turn the tide of events back. With desire and diligence, you can return the Romans to their former greatness, or build your own steppe kingdom.
The main feature of the strategy has remained unchanged - there are two game modes, a strategic one, when moves are made on the global map, and a real-time battle mode. In the latter, it becomes possible to contemplate all the epic nature of the events taking place in the game - thousands of armies converge on the battlefields, cities with kilometer-long walls are besieged. The economic system has become even more thoughtful - governors of provinces are given special importance.
Total War: Warhammer
Release date: 2016
Genre: RTS, grand strategy
Total War: Warhammer is a strategy for those who prefer fantasy universes to real historical reconstructions. Participants in epic conflicts here are 16 factions. Of course, each will have its own, unique combat units, buildings, and more importantly, heroes. The presence of powerful warlords on the battlefield makes the gameplay unique, and the ability to develop characters diversifies it even more.
The rest of the gameplay is clear to anyone who is remotely familiar with the Total War series. Troop movements, construction, diplomacy and hiring of troops are carried out on the global map. And all battles and sieges are conducted in real time, and it is the battles that are given the lion's share of the passage, since the developers have simplified the economic component of the strategy as much as possible.
Cossacks 3
Release date: 2016
Genre: RTS
Fans of the franchise are not recommended to pass by Cossacks 3, because this game is a remake of the cult first part. The mechanics remained the same, just moved to a new engine. Events begin in the 17th century, and we have in our hands the fate of 12 states of the Old World, among which are Russia and Ukraine. In terms of the scope of the battles, the strategy has no equal - over 30,000 fighters can converge in battle at the same time.
Events in the toy unfold in turn-based mode. In general, the economic component and the battles are equal in importance. Armies consist of infantry, cavalry and artillery, you can also build a fleet. As the state develops, all but three factions have the ability to move to the 18th century, which will give improved types of units. In total, there are 70 types of troops and 140 types of buildings in the Cossacks.
Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War III
Release date: 2017
Genre: RTS
The plot of Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War III tells about the conflict of three factions in the far, far future in a fictional universe. Space Marines, Firstborn and Orcs continue to fight each other in real time, but now the battles take place in a slightly different form - a role-playing component has been added with heroes, and they are often more deadly than the entire army they lead.
In the new strategy of the Warhammer universe, the economic component is simplified as much as possible. There is almost no need to build bases - there are no more than 7 buildings in the arsenal, resource extraction is still carried out on inexhaustible monuments that you just need to occupy. 90% of the time you have to deal with the control of the army and the hero, for which you need to select items, armor and weapons.
Platforms: PC
Game modes:
Year of release: 2015
Fans of managing a whole team of specialist heroes will love the cyberpunk action Satellite Reign. Your task is to bring down the powerful monopoly of evil and give hope to the world for free prosperity. You will find a living open world of the distant future, pumping characters, heaps of loot and a cannon.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: Single screen (3 players) | Via network / internet (3 players)
Release year: 2017
Once again, the world is in danger and on the verge of collapse. Naturally, you act as a savior and in this case kingdom of Fahrul. This is the plot basis of the turn-based strategy For The King, made in a cartoon style. Canadian developers from IronOak worked on the project.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: Via network / internet (4 players)
Year of release: 2012
Wube Software is an independent game development company that gives you the opportunity to feel like the full owner of an entire uncharted planet. You can try on the wreath of the ruler of the new world in the Factorio game. An excellent strategy with an original idea won the hearts of a huge number of gamers.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: Via network / internet (2)
Year of release: 2013
In the segment of games with co-op, there is an acute shortage of some genres, for example, real RPGs. Not an action-RPG like Diablo, but real role-playing games with character leveling and an active dialogue thread. For some reason, space simulators completely ignore this type of multiplayer. Another of the genre's shortcomings is strategy. If the ancient tactical toys adored the Hotseat mode, then in our time this genre has become a rarity, and, consequently, the cooperative mode in them has also become infrequent. Only the developers of the famous Civilization are pleased in this regard, constantly adding a mode beloved by many to a series of their products. And now we will make sure that one of the most popular strategies - Total War - is also not averse to flashing in a mode that is very rare today.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: Via network / internet (4)
Year of release: 2014
Studio from France with an unusual and funny name Amplitude Studios invented a kind of model for game development. The company's developers have produced only three projects, but at the same time managed to get a reputation for talented and original creators. And yet, they managed to create a new concept for creating game series. The meaning of the idea lies in the fact that in all games there is one universe - the same resources, the same planets, a common style, even if there are some differences in graphic terms.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: On one screen (4) | Via network / internet (4)
Year of release: 2014
In today's world of video games, anything can happen. There are remakes of games from a year ago, and not always successful. Sometimes even driving the entire series to a standstill. And it happens that a sequel to a forgotten toy 15 years ago comes out. Studio TriumphStudios abandoned the successful Overlord series and suddenly returned straight to 1999, to the roots of the first part of Age of Wonders. The guys unexpectedly took and released the 3rd part of the forgotten turn-based strategy on the market. This game - one of the main competitors of "Heroes" and the gothic "Disciples" - is again on the warpath. Who will win the duel - time will tell.
Platforms: PC
Game modes: Via network / internet (4)
Year of release: 2014
If not the rarest, then perhaps one of the rarest genres among games with a cooperative mode, given the development of the console market and the complete absence of any profit from PC players, will, of course, be strategy. Some ten years ago, a very prosperous and seemingly eternal segment of the gaming industry presented humble owners of personal computers with cult toys. In each such game, anyone could imagine themselves as the head of the Knights Templar, the commander of a space marine, or simply the king of the fantasy world. One of these cult games was Stronghold and its massive add-on called Crusaders. The “cult” game was stamped for a reason. Moving from one PC to another, she eventually found a place on the hard drive of every computer of the past generation, bringing all the splendor of the medieval atmosphere into the hearts and minds of people, and thus left her imposing mark on the gaming industry forever. And, of course, the old team cannot miss the opportunity to try to resurrect an ancient creation in order to redeem themselves for the release of the completely failed Stronghold 3.
Platforms: PC | Xbox 360
Game modes: Via network / internet (2)
Year of release: 2013
The fascinating world of the United States of America in the twenties of the last century is very attractive for all kinds of art. But even without looking at all the originality of that atmosphere, for some reason, in the games, the ups and downs of this time are poorly covered. If we talk about gangsters in the gaming world, I only remember the unshakable Mafia, the continuation of which was released not so long ago. The rest of the creations about organized crime of those times were created either on the basis of the movie "The Godfather", or they are absolutely not known to the broad masses of video game lovers. But there is where to roam fantasies in such a topic. Studio Haemimont Games competently set to unplowed virgin lands. But how successfully they managed to unlock their immense potential is up to you.
Invite your friends and enjoy the best co-op games on PC.
No one and nothing - except a friend - compares to a good blaster who also has a good blaster, then you have a total of two blasters and can blast twice as many. That's the beauty of our favorite co-op games, be it online or online multiplayer. In recent years, the ranks of the best co-op games, such as the time-tested Left 4 Dead and Arma 3, have been replenished with new RPGs, shooters and frantic cooking simulations.
This is our latest collection of the best co-op games to play together. Some can brighten up your day, while others can brighten entire months.
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Vermintide borrowed a lot from another game on this list, and to be more precise, it's Left 4 Dead in the guise of Warhammer. Still, it focuses on smoother, more original hand-to-hand combat, and amazing special effects that make the game a worthy choice for friends when they want to crush a couple of ratlings.
This game is especially attractive to fans of the Warhammer Fantasy universe, which is well known in the gaming world. The main actions in the game will be: picking up dropped items and equipment that can be upgraded. So in the circle of friends, completing missions again and again guarantees you a good time.
Warning - don't play Kalimba with a new friend. Although the game looks like a light-hearted puzzle game, it is actually a powerful tool for pushing the limits of human tolerance. Each player has two colored totems. Solving the colored puzzles will not be difficult, but it will be much more difficult to coordinate the actions for the jump, especially if you rely on your partner.
Despite the difficulties, it's amazing how intuitive Kalimba feels: watching someone else play is more exciting than picking up a gamepad (for simplicity, it's better to use it). It is hard, but no problem can be solved alone, and any victory is shared.
Magicka 2 is good in every way, just like the original. Magicka 2 has fixed bugs, improved graphics, and added a few modes to our favorite co-op. The only thing I didn't like was the casting system. Apparently due to a large number negative feedback, the developers have added new elements of spells and casting mechanics to more closely match the original. In the sequel, even the most hardcore sorcerers will be able to enjoy brilliant magical battles with friends.
If Payday 2 is a mix of good action movies, then Monaco is 100% distilled from Ocean's Eleven. In Monaco, you need to pull off superb heists, hence the excitement and tension, which in itself is the perfect combination for a good time with friends. This game is full of all sorts of details, plans, and there is something so beautiful when you cut off the electricity while your partner distracts the guard.
A great RPG from Runic that managed to put me off Diablo III. It had more Diablo than Diablo itself, and this crazy dungeon crawl is even harder and more rewarding if you get in there with someone. In Diablo III, the maximum number of players is four, and in Torchlight, you can gather as many as six. Too much? In a game where monsters explode and leave fountains of gold, "too much" isn't the right word.
The three-character puzzle game Trine came out of nowhere, just in 2009, when indie games were on the rise. The success of Trine spawned two more sequels. While Trine 3 has been more of a disappointment this year, Trine 2 takes the best of the original, smooths it out, improves it, and does it all so much better. With the addition of online co-op, you can give control of the other two characters to your friends. As a gift, you are given a colorful picture and light, almost relaxing, puzzles.
is the first game in the series to deviate from the usual historical setting. The creativity accumulated over decades spills over from the updated Warhammer animation and a wide range of classes: from gnomes who avenge insults by unleashing wars, to vampire counts who replenish their armies with the living dead. The story campaign also looks fresh, where the player will be pleased with the updated RPG mechanics with quests and the selection of equipment for the heroes.
After Rome 2, Creative Assembly has significantly improved the engine and the level of artificial intelligence of opponents, thanks to which Warhammer can be called one of the series. And, as before, the campaign mode can be played with a friend. Do you dare to unite greenskins and dwarves, two sworn enemies? You can also install a mod and play with a friend for the same faction. There is no better cooperative strategy.
Year of issue: 2016 | Developer: Ghost Town Games | Buy
Overcooked is the natural embodiment of chaos. This is one of those cooperative games in which you need to join forces for the sake of winning, even if after the end of the game you don’t even want to say anything, but don’t even want to see your partner again. But if you manage to catch the general rhythm and become part of a team that copes with icy rivers, earthquakes in the kitchen, and even pirate ships that suddenly appeared, then you will get indescribable pleasure.
Everything here is like in a real kitchen - one cuts onions, the second monitors the stove, and the third (the one that is better not to let food in) washes the dishes, running out of the kitchen from time to time. Overcooked was originally designed for multiplayer (it's not so fun to play it alone), but, alas, the game only supports LAN connection. But if you convince your friends to enter the game, then this will be one of the most unforgettable co-ops.
Year of issue: 2016 | Developer: Ubisoft Massive | Buy
In the year since its release, The Division has evolved from an endless co-op shooter with cover to a co-op shooter with a very clear end goal. Yes, long quests and chasing after upgraded equipment are not for everyone, but if you and your friends love shooters with character upgrades, then The Division is definitely worth paying attention to.
Walking through post-apocalyptic Manhattan, regular skirmishes with bots and a set of non-standard missions will help each member of your team to show their skills. The firefights look very spectacular, and therefore a coordinated attack with grenade throws, deceptive maneuvers and covering fire, even for the hundredth time, will bring the same emotions as the first.
If your team wants to level up, you can always find quests for any level in each of the five locations. On the Tier 2 location you will find raids and short missions where you need to show a well-coordinated team spirit. If you are not so much interested in gunfights as quests with a bias in psychology, then choose the Dark Zone location, which may not show your friends from the best side. If everyone has updates installed, then we recommend testing your strengths in the Underground, Survival and the upcoming Last Stand modes, where you can play both together and against each other, collecting weapons and equipment along the way.
Year of issue: 2011 | Developer: Overkill, Starbreeze | Buy
Trying to pull off a complex heist in several stages in a team with not the most efficient bots in Payday 2 single player is not always fun, and sometimes boring. But here comes the co-op mode. Together with a friend, any robbery turns into a mixture of Ocean's 11 and The Expendables.
And better than a secret robbery can only be a sudden change of plans, as a result of which an alarm sounds and you have to fight your way to the exit. And if the mistakes of bots are sometimes frankly infuriating, then the mistakes of friends make the game much more interesting.
Year of issue: 2012 | Developer: Gearbox | Buy
With endless fun and gun extravaganza, Borderlands 2 is one of the few games on this list that boasts a great single-player experience. You will have a lot of fun while exploring the planet Pandora, shooting goons from a car, endlessly replenishing your ammo, as if you are trying to stock up before a gun party.
All this will be many times more fun if you have a bunch of friends next to you. Each character takes their place in the team, for example, in more difficult levels, you will simply need to have a tank, a silent assassin and a medic in your team.
It's also worth noting that the durability of the creature and the value of the reward for killing them is directly related to the number of players in your team, so if you really want hard, furious action, you just need to find more friends.
Year of issue: 2014 | Developer: DrinkBox Studios | Buy
Guacamelee is a vibrant mix of Metroids and Castlevanias styles, with plenty of witty references and catchy carnival masks. The 2D rendering is amazing, as is the exploration and combat system. And it differs from the classic games from the Metroid and Castlevania series with support for up to four players.
You can only play on the local network, so if you manage to lure your friends, they are unlikely to come off the screen until they explore every corner in Guacamelee.
Release: 2018 | Developer: Capcom | Buy
All parts of Monster Hunter can be played solo or with strangers from the network, but in co-op (with a friend), the game reveals its potential. There are bunches of combos here, like in all Capcom action games, almost like in Devil May Cry, but more risky and conscious, they make you study the attacks of these huge creatures.
More difficult monsters force you to cooperate and be constantly on the lookout, and fights go much better when you and your partner specialize in different types of weapons. And grinding rare drops and monster parts will be much more fun with a couple of friends in the discord.
Release: 2018 | Developer: Fatshark | Buy
This sequel to Vermintide definitely expands on the Left 4 Dead formula, adding an entirely new group of enemies, in addition to the Skaven, and a much cleaner leveling and loot system. The game feels good and moderately tough when you slam a huge club into the face of a ratman. The build system is simple and is divided into five types of characters. If you like Left 4 Dead but have already played it, Vermintide 2 will grab your attention and is perfect for a couple of dozen hours of carnage.
Release: 2018 | Developer: rare | Buy
Project Rare is a fun co-op sandbox, but really a lot of fun when played with friends. Sea of Thieves is a great open world game with absolutely no demands - come on board with your friends, choose a direction and just enjoy the boat ride while drinking grog, playing musical instruments and shooting each other with cannons. Or just chat with each other for an hour against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset.
For fun and profit, you can stalk other teams and engage in ship-to-ship combat, look for lost treasures, or take over the skeleton fort, but it's just fine to chat with friends in a chat room with beautiful waves and the sudden Kraken.
Year of issue: 2017 | Developer: Bungie | Buy
In addition to the loot boxes, Destiny 2 features a good Halo-style campaign, a ton of fun side quests, an increasing number of strike strikes, and two six-man raids.
Destiny 2 includes dozens of hours of co-op, from silly entertainment to serious final battles. There's enough fun to be had from all of this before the Eververse starts bothering you.
Release: 2018 | Developer: Ghost Town Games | Buy
Overcooked is the embodiment of chaos. The kind of co-op where you have to help each other to win, but most likely you won't even talk at the end of the day. Overcooked 2 keeps the same idea of ruining relationships, but before you hate each other, you'll really enjoy playing together. The sequel adds new maps and a new difficulty. You can play online or locally. Now you can make sushi and teleportation has been added. Just like in your usual kitchen, really.
Year of issue: 2017 | Developer: Larian Studios | Buy
Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a sprawling, inventive adventure and one of the best RPGs ever made. Play one of the best RPGs with up to three friends in online co-op. Players rule the chaos in this world, and that means one friend can ditch a guard or reveal his second undead identity at the most inopportune times, but that's exactly what makes OS2 so great to play with friends.
You no longer have to deal with the loyal group of characters you form over time. You are dealing with three stubborn people who are trying to achieve different goals. It's a beautiful mess in one of the most lush, immersive RPG worlds out there. And once you've completed your playthrough, Game Master mode lets you create new campaigns from scratch with the help of an extensive D&D-style toolkit.
Release: 2017 | Developer: The Creative Assembly | Buy
Total War: Warhammer was the first project in which the company moved away from the historical theme and it worked. 10 years of Warhammer creativity flows here, both in animation and versatile factions. In Warhammer 2, Creative Assembly tried the problems of the series that have been present for many years: the gameplay ceases to hold at the time of the expansion of the empire and dominance on the world map.
What has remained unchanged is launching an epic campaign with a friend, taking on two friendly factions against the rest of the world. Sharing control of a huge army is truly a breakthrough: one of you can take care of local command and deployment of troops, while the other will make tactical cavalry raids. Well, or what is there in Warhammer, lizard-like people, huge bats and so on. If you have Warhammer 1, you will be able to combine these games into a global campaign.
Year of issue: 2013 | Developer: Digital Extremes | Play
Warframe can get boring quickly, as the main gameplay in it is to complete randomly generated levels in an attempt to level up the character. And so time after time. Some missions are inconvenient to complete alone, and playing online with strangers is not suitable for everyone, especially beginners. But Warframe is transformed if you call your friend into it, turning into a fun virtual shooting range where you can shoot hordes of enemies together with a friend.
And if the game hooks you, then you can spend more than one day, understanding all the intricacies. You can sit until the morning reading on the forums the strategies for upgrading things and the features of crafting. But it can also be played with friends who have just launched it - it is not necessary to play it at the same time. You can mind your own business and cross paths on the Grineer ship from time to time.
Year of issue: 2017 | Developer: Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc. | Buy
Cuphead doesn't get easier just because a friend can have your back in co-op. The addition of a second player overwhelms an already crammed with colorful animations world and complicates this arcade side-scroller, so that multiplayer is an option only for reinforced concrete best friends.
But in the same way that your brain and hands merge into perfect power after many failures, and the gradual recognition of patterns takes root at the level of pure instincts, the interaction between two people turns into telepathy. Friendly telepathy in order to complete a cartoon game.
Year of issue: 2016 | Developer: Klei | Buy
For a couple of years, Klei refused to introduce co-op into its gothic survival masterpiece, arguing that the co-op mode would spoil the unique atmosphere, entirely consisting of a sense of loneliness and independent exploration of the world. As it turned out, the developers were worried in vain, because the notorious atmosphere in the company of friends is felt even brighter. At the moment when cyclops-deer break into your camp, destroying half of the stocks for the winter, you understand that it is better to deal with this in a cooperative.
Klei is renowned for its attention to detail and balance in games, which is why Together's three main modes (Survival, Wilderness and Endless) strike the perfect balance of item spawns and character skills. The most interesting is the Endless mode. Chatting with a friend on Discord or Skype while trying to pool resources to survive the oncoming harsh winter - isn't that great? And remember: Happiness is a refrigerator full of frog legs.
Year of issue: 2015 | Developer: Asteroid Base | Buy
Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime (or LIADS) is truly an achievement in local multiplayer design. We've seen a resurgence of local multiplayer in PC games lately, but few have the style, color, and originality of LIADS.
LIADS also promotes intra-team conflict in places where other co-op games don't. With so many stations and only two crew members, defeat comes from communication blunders rather than lack of skill. The game, of course, is good, but still annoying that there is no possibility of online co-op. Despite this, it feels like the game is geared towards co-op co-op, plus there are plenty of options for co-op.
Year of issue: 2015 | Developer: RuneStorm | Buy
A strange and grotesque co-op game with a brilliant idea: you and your friends will play as space cleaners, forced to clean up all the chaos that the brave space marines from other games leave behind. Grab a bucket of rag and get ready to clean walls of blood, burn limbs, collect shell casings and repair pipes with welding. Yes, it's a dirty job, but it's a messy job in space and in the company of friends, and, oddly enough, it's enough to have fun for a few evenings.
The highlight of Viscera Cleanup Detail lies in its physics, which sometimes throws out interesting surprises. For example, if you're carrying a bucket of bloody water and you collide with another player, all the water will spill in the blink of an eye, creating even more work. Be prepared for unkind comments if you forget the dynamite in the stove; and, of course, nothing compares to seeing your friend being slammed down by a malfunctioning elevator, even if that means another half hour of cleaning.
But the fun doesn't end there: every corpse has name tags hanging on it, and this is where most of the game's Easter eggs can be found. You can also find out what happens if you press all the buttons on a device that looks like dynamite (spoiler: this is dynamite), and ruin the final cleanliness rating on the level by trying to feed the alien octopus a chair, which will lead to a copious green burp on the ceiling, walls and your friends. This is a real gem of the gaming industry. And if you have a group of friends open to new ideas, then it's time to give the game a try.
Year of issue: 2013 | Developer: TT Games | Buy
There are a lot of good Lego games on the market that you can recommend to connoisseurs of this style: for example, Star Wars: The Complete Saga, Lego Batman 2 or Harry Potter, but Marvel games are superior to all others. They are not tied to specific film adaptations, and therefore you can see a team of Spider-Man, Captain America, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men in them (this is not even expected in modern comics).
The levels here are interesting and inventive - you will visit Doctor Doom's castle, Stark Tower, Asgard and other locations. In essence, this is a great tour of the Marvel Universe, created with a lot of love for the characters, as shown by their animation and voice acting. In addition, here you can explore Manhattan or jump off a S.H.I.E.L.D. aircraft carrier. This part is much more interesting than the sequel, which focuses on the adventures of the Avengers.
Year of issue: 2014 | Developer: Ubisoft | Buy
The main feature of Far Cry is waiting. Penetrating unnoticed to the outpost creates tension. Remove a couple of guards - creates even more tension. Eventually, someone notices you, raises the alarm, and all hell breaks loose.
In the company of a friend, all these outings will be much more interesting. You can always see from the outlines what your partner is doing in such a risky way. When it's time to go out in the open, Far Cry 4's sheer variety of "toys" will create havoc that you'll dive into with great pleasure. Why sneak around in the shadows when you can drop grenades from a helicopter while your friend blows down the main gate while riding a war elephant?
Year of issue: January 1999 | Developer: Sven Co-op Team | Play
It was conceived as a cooperative Half-Life, but the mood strongly resembles the Interdimensional Cable series from the Rick and Morty series. We go to a random server and find ourselves in the color world of Teletubbies. We go to another one - and here we are waiting for a parody of the Mega Man series, a secret military base or the Egyptian pyramids, where you have to fight off Anubis himself with grenades.
Download the quirky map pack, connect with your friends and dive into a retro shooter full of funny and awkward moments. If you play with the right people, then you will have hours of fun in a hilarious show with monsters, scientists and soldiers from Half-Life.
Year of issue: 2016 | Developer: Chucklefish | Buy
Exploration, mining, crafting and adventure in the vast 2D Starbound galaxy can keep you busy for hours. The passage of story quests, the creation of colonies on other planets, the pumping of the arsenal, the ship and your abilities are implemented here in a very interesting way. And all this is multiplied by two if your friends are connected to the game.
You can easily invite friends to the cooperative mode to work on joint projects: destroy a couple of monsters or just walk around the spaceship. It is also allowed to complete story quests, as well as fight bosses, which are extremely difficult to defeat alone. The game has a funny chat - everything written is displayed in bubbles above the heads of the characters. An excellent solution that only complements the wonderful atmosphere.
Year of issue: 2016 | Developer: Playground Games | Buy
Amplitude Studios made a name for itself with Endless Space and Endless Legend, but their most creative and original project was their beautiful (if weird) game Dungeon of the Endless. A couple of fragile heroes and resources fall under your control, the main task is to save the crystal during the periodic attack of opponents. Everything here looks painfully familiar, but small differences will still surprise you. Time moves only when the doors to the dungeon are opened. To complete the level, you need to find a crystal and make a crazy dash to the exit, through the creatures swarming everywhere.
If you play alone, then it's more of a tactical game, with the ability to pause during the battle and think over a further strategy. Co-op removes this option and makes the game more intense. To survive on later difficult levels, you need to have a large supply of resources, a clear understanding of where who should be, and which towers to build. It's so easy to get confused or run away, but that's the whole point of the game.
The roguelike genre, plus tower defense, plus co-op and RPG, it may seem that these are incompatible things, but they still fit together.
Year of issue: 2015 | Developer: Tripwire Interactive | Buy
The original Killing Floor is to be commended and of course it makes sense to recommend Killing Floor 2 as it is a major step forward, you will find more players and new levels here, plus all sorts of bonuses are added to early access members. Killing Floor 2 is a big game, even in this unfinished state. This is an FPS where you and the other 5 players must endure a series of attacks. During the defense, you have to shoot and beat some very restless test subjects.
Survival is sometimes very difficult (especially on difficult modes), and do not forget that teamwork is vital. It's good that the Tripwire guns are made here at their best: recoil and accuracy of fire.
Year of issue: 2015 | Developer: Steel Crate Games | Buy
What I love most about this game is the paperwork. Stop, stop! Come back! KTNB is a game based on a scene found in every action movie where the hero has to defuse a bomb and some nerd on the phone asks him "what do you see?"
KTNB made a splash with the Oculus Rift, but you don't need experimental VR hardware to enjoy the game. The minesweeper can take a laptop from one side of the couch, while the advisers open their demining instructions on the other side. Communication is the most important thing in this game, and any number of players can give advice, making KTNB a terribly team game.
Year of issue: 2015 | Developer: Rockstar North | Buy
GTA has a lot to offer, but co-op heists are probably the best thing Rockstar has to offer in an open world game. Four players team up to overcome a series of story missions in which each hero fulfills his role by participating in a big heist. There will be everything from stealing a vehicle as part of the preparation for a robbery, to killing and other interrelated tasks.
Missions cleverly make everyone feel like they are playing a key role in all these troubles on the way to fabulous wealth.
When all four players reach the end of each heist, escaping the cops in dramatic fashion, you'll have a lot more fun than the game's main storyline. If only Rockstar would do more missions like this. They would pay off in full.
Year of issue: 2011 | Developer: valve | Buy
There is no doubt that Portal 2 received a very raw co-op company. As two test robots Atlas and P-Body, you and a friend must explore the darker, more dangerous side of the GLaDOS programs, as they are too dangerous for human test subjects. The 3D spatial thinking that makes the Portal series so immersive will work even better when you're not alone in thinking about solving problems.
Co-op in the game is great if neither of you knows the answer: if your partner has to wait patiently every time you solve a puzzle, you feel like an idiot; if not, they will rush you, which makes the game really cool. True, it is very difficult, several years after the release of the game, to find newcomers. Luckily, Valve's team of map editors have created a complete set of great new maps to play in pairs.
Release: 2018 | Developer: DrinkBox Studios | Buy
For starters, Guacamelee 2 has been on this list for years, for its Metroid-esque spirit and co-op support. The sequel supports up to four players, allowing you to travel together and have a lot of fun, bright combos in the classic beat-em-up. A more recent game than the slow and atmospheric Hollow Knight, which is why co-op fits in so well here. Silly, hypertrophied (in terms of characters) and with really perky fights. You can also now play as a chicken.
Year of issue: 2014 | Developer: Larian Studios | Buy
It may have been surpassed by Original Sin 2, but it's still one of the best: a deep, rewarding RPG that you can play with a friend.
Divinity: Original Sin stands out for several reasons. First, it's a return to the classic RPG form. Secondly, you can explore this deep world and ridiculously funny texts together with a friend, this opportunity appeared for the first time in the game, and is a hit with gamers.
The Enhanced Edition has completely overhauled the voice acting, art, and trophies. There are also new modes for fans of brutal combat, or those who want to explore the history of the world.
The massive, 100-hour RPG can be played with friends on a drop-in/drop-out basis, but the most dedicated of you should understand that you will have obligations to your game partner. These are huge consequences, so it's better to take your best friends as a partner in order to experience a story with them that you will not find anywhere else.
Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator
Year of issue: 2011 | Developer: Thomas Robertson | Buy
Let's get one thing clear right away: Artemis is not a Star Trek game. There are a number of legal reasons for this. Deal? Deal. Definitely not based on Star Trek.
So, Artemis is one of the best Star Trek games out there. It is presented as a "simulator of the captain's bridge on a spaceship", and its highlight lies in the fact that each player has his own control scheme with different data. Players (captain, gunners, helmsmen, engineers, operators and scientists) see only the screen in front of them, so, say, the engineer will not be able to help the gunners or sit at the helm. But he can distribute energy among the engines.
At the center of everything is the captain, who, oddly enough, does not have any screens in front of his eyes: he just yells at his subordinates to do what is required. In last year's version 2.0, we saw a lot of innovations affecting control schemes and the general drawing style. If you played only the first version of Artemis, then we recommend gathering a company and playing a fresh upgrade on the local network.
It's incredible how quickly you adjust to the military system of orders and responses ("Helmsman, set course for Deep Space 1 station, maintain half pulse." "Half pulse to DS1 station, that's right, Captain"). And this is not because you got used to the role, but because here you need to formulate commands clearly and concisely, otherwise you will all die. Well, maybe a little because you got used to the role.
Year of issue: 2013 | Developer: Bohemia Interactive | Buy
The ability to play with two or three will not surprise anyone, but the Arma engine supports dozens of players at the same time. There's actually a lot to see here, one plays a pilot, takes you and ten other people to a war zone, leaves there to link up with twenty other people for an assault. Arma 3 doesn't have strict co-op play, but I included it in the list because it becomes truly unforgettable when everyone is on the same side against the overwhelming number of enemy AI.
As you dive into Arma 3, don't forget to check out the Zeus multiplayer mode. One player, in the role of Zeus, leads the game as a D&D-style dungeon master, breeding equipment and enemies. Once you anger Zeus, he will immediately send lightning strikes at you. This is one of the fantastic missions for the co-op, which should not be missed in any case.
Year of issue: 2013 | Developer: Mossmouth | Buy
This is one of the best games for PC. Isn't there a reason to download it? Not? Most see Spelunky as just a single player game, but all the fun is in the multiplayer. There are so many things that can go wrong here - an accidentally dropped rock, bomb, vase (or any other object) can send your friend diving into sharp spikes, but this is only a small part of the potential of a cooperative game. Remember, when you play the game together, don't underestimate the power of magic.
In two pairs of hands it is easier to carry important items around the level. The dead player can be resurrected at the next level, which makes the passage of Spelunky many times easier. You can even create cunning plans - one distracts the merchant, and the second drops bombs on him. In most cases, of course, everything goes down the drain, but isn't that why we sit down to play Spelunky?
Year of issue: 2009 | Developer: valve | Buy
The fanatically balanced, well-written Left 4 Dead 2 shooter is built around the struggle of four surviving members of the same team. As soon as an incredible number of zombie monsters are sent to the team, the team needs to clearly coordinate their actions, and be ready at any time to save a comrade at the last second, so that later such a story can be safely retold.
Valve also deserves credit for how long they've been supporting L4D2, adding level editors, Steam Workshop support, porting maps and characters from Left 4 Dead 1, and continuing to offer "mutations," frequently changing game modes that offer something new for the seasoned. players.
The vibrant community of Left 4 Dead 2 modders is also a huge part of why this game is so highly regarded, as they have produced new campaigns such as . This kept the fun of L4D2 even after the base companies were completely obsolete. Plus, you'll be able to play as a Velociraptor, which certainly guarantees our highest score.
The world of video games is incredibly exciting, but exploring it alone is sometimes boring. I would like friends to complete quests with you, fight opponents and explore locations. That is why games for two or more friends online on a PC are popular, just go to any server together and start the adventure. Playing together is not only more interesting, but also more fun - you share emotions and impressions along the way, and sometimes comical or tense situations arise that will be remembered for a long time. On the site, you will find the TOP of the best online games that you can play with friends.
Usually co-op is available for two players, but in modern games this number increases to four or eight. On the page you will find the best online games with friends or a friend on PC. Striking variety of genres:
Each user will find something to their liking, the presented games on the network can be downloaded via a torrent tracker, you just have to choose what to play, for some games you will have to download an additional program and use the manual so that you can start and play together or with friends online .
Shooters
warfare
Warface is a popular Russian client shooter on PC, you can go through special operations with your friends or fight other users online. During the battle, you will need the help of a faithful comrade.
At the beginning of the battle, you choose a character class: attack aircraft, medic, sniper, and others. A variety of weapons are available (machine guns, pistols, shotguns, rifles). The developers are constantly launching new events that can be played together with friends. It is worth noting the excellent graphics and excellent animation.
Resident Evil 6
Resident Evil 6 is the sequel to the popular Resident Evil series. Genre - horror, shooter. You will meet several groups of characters (each with a unique storyline). You have to fight monsters, solve puzzles, collect supplies and help other heroes when the time comes.
The game is designed for cooperative play with friends. The second player can take the role of one of the two characters. You can go solo, but it will be easier with a friend. The help of a partner is needed both in dynamic battles and in overcoming obstacles.
Left 4 Dead 2
The action of the cooperative shooter Left 4 Dead 2 takes place during the zombie apocalypse. You control one of the four survivors. Several scenarios are presented, consisting of four or five levels. The main task is to get to the shelter and find a way to salvation. In addition to the usual walking dead, there are special zombies with unique abilities.
The game can be played with up to four people. It doesn't matter which character you choose - they all have the same skills. Fight back the army of monsters and help each other in the process of passing.
Payday 2
Payday 2 is a cooperative shooter, action game. Wanted to rob a bank? In this game you can do it with up to 4 people. It is necessary to think over a plan and take into account all external circumstances. You can storm the building or sneak through the roof. Break locks, take people hostage, eliminate guards and try to take out as much money as possible.
Far Cry 3
Far Cry 3 is the best game in the Far Cry series according to many users. It is an action, RPG, first-person shooter. The scene is a paradise island inhabited by bandits. There are elements of survival, the ability to hunt animals, crafting, non-linear quests and a large open world.
The main feature is the cooperative passage of a special mission by a company of up to 4 people. You can play with friends or random users. It is necessary to go through a number of interesting tasks and fight against crowds of opponents. Use a variety of weapons - machine guns, pistols, machine guns, bows and much more.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Dynamic shooter Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will make you feel like a war hero. Available single player campaign, co-op and multiplayer. Together with friends you have the opportunity to perform special operations. Designed for two people. The tasks are varied: rescue hostages, eliminate bandits, defuse bombs. You will need the help of a second player to successfully complete the task.
In multiplayer, you and your friends can fight with other users in various modes. There are pumping elements, a variety of weapons, achievements, emblems and much more.
Quake 4
Quake 4 is a classic session shooter, online play. Together with other players you can compete in various modes. All players are equal - there are no classes and unique abilities. Quick reaction, concentration and attentiveness are the skills that will allow you to win. Bonuses and various weapons appear on the battlefield.
Why is it better to play with friends? So you can unite and confront the opposing team. Of course, you should not play only two, ignoring your team. But together with a friend, you can coordinate actions, report on the position of enemies and set up ambushes.
Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory
According to the plot, in Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory you will again have to play as Sam Fisher, who this time goes to Peru. It is necessary to complete a number of plot and secondary tasks. There are modern weapons and many gadgets. Complete missions in different ways - quietly, as a spy, or by arranging a global war.
You can play this amazing game, which even today is considered the best stealth action game, together with a friend. There are many cooperative missions. To pass them successfully, you will need to work in a team. In multiplayer, you can compete with other players and find out who is the best agent.
Dead Space 3
Dead Space 3 is the final part of Isaac's adventures. Genre - shooter, horror. You can play this great game together with your partner. Together you have to fight terrible monsters, complete various tasks and solve puzzles. There is a leveling and crafting system.
The passage with the second player is not only easier, but also more interesting. You can always save your partner and hope for help in return. Boss fights in this mode are more interesting - one player can distract him, while the other can deliver critical hits to weak spots. To play online, you will need to download additional files and follow the guide, which is available on the Internet.
Alien Swarm
Alien Swarm is a co-op shooter where you have to choose one of 8 characters and form a team of 4 people. Call your friends and go through exciting missions together. You need to fight off the aliens and find a way out of the location. Sometimes there are terrible bosses with increased health.
Management is carried out using the top view. In the process of passing you gain experience and get a new level. Improve your skills and unlock new abilities.
Survival
Dead Island
Dead Island is an excellent open world zombie apocalypse game from TechLand. You find yourself on a paradise island. People were infected with an unknown virus, and as a result turned into zombies. You need to survive in a harsh world, help the survivors and find a way to get to a safe place.
You can go through the story company with friends up to 4 people. Together you are forced to confront the army of the dead. There are excellent graphics, the ability to create weapons, a lot of secondary tasks.
Rust
Multiplayer survival simulator Rust will send you into a harsh post-apocalyptic world. You need to look for food and water, extract resources, build shelters and create weapons. You are playing with several dozen players at the same time, so it is better to get a company of friends. Many random users will kill you for supplies without a second thought.
Together with your comrades, you can build a large fort and defend it. There is a varied crafting system. In addition to other users, you will encounter infected monsters and the walking dead.
Dying Light
Dying Light will amaze you with great graphics and varied gameplay. The player is sent to a city inhabited by the walking dead on a secret mission. Features of the game - a dynamic change of time of day and parkour. Move quickly across the rooftops using acrobatic elements. At night, zombies are more aggressive: new types of monsters appear.
It is noteworthy that the game can be played in cooperative mode with friends up to 4 people. You will definitely need a team - it is difficult to resist the army of the walking dead and bandits alone.
DayZ Standalone
DayZ Standalone is one of the best survival horror games out there. It is an action, RPG, survival in a large open world. You find yourself in an unknown place - the dead are roaming everywhere, and other players will easily kill you for supplies. You need to look for useful items (food, water, weapons) and survive.
The gameplay is amazingly realistic - weather conditions, thirst, hunger, poisoning and other factors are taken into account. If the character fell from a height, he will break his leg and is unlikely to survive. A loyal friend can help you with this - after all, DayZ Standalone can be played together with friends over the network.
Killing Floor 2
Killing Floor 2 is a cooperative session shooter. The action takes place during the zombie apocalypse. A group of survivors has been introduced, and it's up to you to become one of them. You need to survive several waves and fight the final boss to win. There are several types of monsters with unique abilities.
For killing monsters you get money. After each round, a shop opens, where you can purchase new weapons or various upgrades. Recommended to play with friends. So you can help each other in difficult situations. You will have a positive impression of the cooperative.
Strategies
Company of Heroes 2
Company of Heroes 2 takes place during the war of 1941-1945. The focus is on the conflict between the USSR and Germany. You are invited to perform large-scale operations that are deployed in different parts of the world. It is necessary to lead the army of the Soviet Union to victory and destroy the Nazis.
In Theater of War mode, you can complete exciting missions with a friend. It is proposed to go through 18 difficult tasks. Interact with each other, help with resources and win the war.
Tom Clancy's EndWar
Tom Clancy's EndWar real-time strategy. In a parallel world, in 2016, World War III happened, and you have to control the armies of Russia, Europe, the USA. Actions take place on a global map. You need to control the fighters, think over tactics, develop equipment and much more.
You can run the game over the network. Fight each other or unite against a common enemy. Develop a strategy, help each other, set up an ambush and win every battle.
Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War 3
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 3 is a strategy game set in the Warhammer universe. Several factions are available, each of which has heroes with unique abilities. The game is perfect for the company, because it has 2v2, 3v3 multiplayer modes. Lead alliances and face off in hot battles. The more users in the match, the more epic and more interesting the fight. It is necessary to combine the skills of the characters, think over tactics and work in a team.
Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends
In Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends you have to develop from ancient times to the present. Several nations are represented. Build buildings, establish trade relations, spy and create a powerful army. Choose different ways of conquest - total annihilation or diplomacy? You decide.
Available multiplayer for 2-8 users. Team up with friends and arrange epic battles. Coordinate actions, help with resources and units, and build a big city together.
Cossacks 3
Cossacks 3 is a strategy from domestic developers. You expect less historical factors, but more battles. Implemented 5 large-scale storylines. Choose from 12 countries. Each has unique units, buildings and improvements. Several thousand units can participate in battles at the same time (up to 10).
This superb strategy game can be played by up to 8 players simultaneously in multiplayer mode. Team up with friends and give battle to random users. There are several maps and modes.
Command & Conquer 4
Command & Conquer 4 is the fourth installment in the legendary strategy series. In small locations, you need to collect resources, capture control points and defend them for a while. There are two factions - the NOD Brotherhood and the Security Council. Borrowed RPG elements - pumping and others.
Play with friends in co-op or multiplayer mode. You can team up and fight against bots or users. The game has excellent graphics and varied gameplay.
Heroes of Might and Magic series
Heroes of Might and Magic is a popular fantasy strategy that has 7 full-fledged parts. You choose a faction and go on a journey around the map. In parallel, you develop the castle, build new buildings and hire units. The combat system is turn-based. It is necessary to think over each move and use the abilities of the heroes.
There is a multiplayer mode for 8 people. You can team up with friends and confront other users. The series stands out for its diverse gameplay and colorful graphics.
RPG
Path of Exile
Path of Exile is a free multiplayer game. The protagonist was expelled from home to harsh places in which he is forced to survive. A large open world awaits you, a variety of enemies, hundreds of levels, a detailed leveling system and spectacular PVP tournaments where you can become famous.
Divinity: Original Sin
Divinity: Original Sin is a prequel to the original game. Developed in the genres of RPG, strategy. In your free time from battles, you can move around the map and look for various resources. The combat system is turn-based. During the battle, it is necessary to apply abilities and use tactics. Events are developing in a fantasy world.
The co-op mode in Divinity: Original Sin is designed for 2 people. There is also a multiplayer for 4 users. Go through the storyline together or split up: one player completes quests, and the other crafts things.
Dark Souls 3
Dark Souls 3 is the latest installment in the series of one of the hardest RPGs in the world. However, this is what attracts users. The player needs to go through a series of locations and fight enemies and bosses. Each enemy poses a serious danger, so dodge, block and hit in weak spots.
There is a co-op for three players. Work your way through difficult levels together and lure enemies into ambushes. In multiplayer (2 players) you can fight against random users and find out who is stronger.
Diablo 3
Diablo 3 is a spiritual continuation of the previous part. This is a role-playing game set in a dark fantasy world. You must choose one of the heroes and go explore the dungeons, fight evil spirits and meet the devil. Upgrade your abilities, buy weapons and other items of equipment.
If you like colorful and varied role-playing games, then Diablo 3 is perfect for you and your friends. You can play the game together in co-op mode. This makes playing not only easier, but also much more interesting!
Frozen Hearth
Frozen Hearth is an RPG and real-time strategy game. The main character is the defender of the world. Evil forces gathered a large army and went to Earth to kill all people. There is a cooperative mode in which you and your friend need to go through more than 20 maps. Fight opponents and bosses, improve your skills and look for various artifacts.
There is multiplayer, which is PvP. But first, it's better to practice with friends before heading off to fight other players. It stands out for its good modern graphics and varied gameplay.
GRAV
Adventure game GRAV sends you into a harsh world in which you need to survive. There is a random generation of terrain, so that each journey is unique. You can fly between planets and explore both the surface and the dungeons. It stands out for its dynamic battles, the crafting system and the scale of the game world.
Cooperative and multiplayer modes are designed for 64 people. Survive together in brutal conditions, rob caravans, hold territory and rob other users.
Keep in mind that many interesting and high-quality games are not included in the list. We have added only the most noticeable and bright ones, after which you will have only the best impressions. Have a great time with your friends!
18.11.2018 Pavel Makarov
The first game that supported multiplayer mode - a cooperative mode in which several players could play simultaneously over a local network - was Doom, developed by id Software in the distant id 1993. Increasing internet connection speeds have fueled a boom in the development of cooperative games. Now it was possible to play both against real people and play the game together with a friend. For example, this mode of passage was popular in Diablo 2.
In this article, we have selected the most interesting co-op games on PC that you can play online.
Release date: year 2000
Genre: multiplayer first-person shooter about special forces
Developer: valve
Publisher: Sierra Entertainment
Counter Strike is a first-person shooter that has become popular for quite a long time. Even in gaming clubs, the youth of that time gathered to fight on the online battlefield. Dust, Mirage, Nuke - all these cards remain in the heart of every player for a long time, leaving pleasant memories.
You have to make a choice between a team of terrorists or special forces. The task of the first is to plant a bomb and protect it until the explosion. The special forces must neutralize it or not allow it to be placed at all. Also in the game there are other modes, including: meat grinder, classic battle (without a bomb) and so on. It would seem that everything is as simple as shelling pears, but the game mechanics are sharpened for the constant improvement of both shooting and strategy. Join your allies and fight back against any enemy!
Release date: 2016
Genre: cooperative maniac and victim simulator with survival horror elements
Developer: Behavior Digital Inc.
Publisher: Behavior Digital Inc.
Maniac and four victims must meet face to face. The former is understandably stronger and more dangerous than the survivors, but teamwork can give them a chance to survive. You will have to choose who to become for the duration of this battle!
As a maniac, your task will be to kill the victims who fled at the most inopportune moment. Tons of traps, the use of special abilities (each maniac has his own) and dozens of bloody methods of killing await you when playing for this class. Believe me, it will be meat!
Being a victim is harder, but no less interesting. You will have to cooperate with three other survivors in the fight for survival. Be smarter and faster than the maniac and you will be able to escape!
Release date: year 2013
Genre: cooperative first-person shooter about robbing banks
Developer: OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio
Publisher: Starbreeze Publishing AB
We have all imagined ourselves as bank robbers at least once. Howling sirens from police cars, shooting, explosions, giving way to heavenly life for stolen money. Yes, the path of the robber is difficult, dangerous and illegal, but the game Payday 2 gives you a feel for this role.
Together with 3 allies, you will take part in the robbery of a variety of banks and vaults, from rural to global. How to proceed is up to you. Disguise yourself as ordinary customers and quietly take away the money, or break in with a machine gun at the ready and rudely take away the loot. The game leaves this choice to the player. Dare and find your way to a rich life!
Release date: 2018
Genre: first-person co-op shooter set in The Walking Dead universe
Developer: OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.
Publisher: Starbreeze Publishing AB
Zombie games are becoming more and more popular, constantly gaining more and more new audience. Overkill's The Walking Dead continues the tradition of the notorious Left 4 Dead. The game itself is a first-person shooter. The entire gameplay takes place in Washington, covered by a zombie apocalypse. The main characters - Aidan, Grant, Heather and Maya have to show real resilience and fight for their lives. Medicines, weapons, cartridges and so on will be the goal of your forays into a dangerous world.
The game has a system of skills and their pumping. That is, you can choose a character for yourself according to useful (in your opinion) characteristics and improve it. Overkill's The Walking Dead relies on the teamwork of all members of the squad. Everyone must contribute to the victory and try to survive.
Release date: year 2009
Genre: Zombie first-person co-op shooter
Developer: valve
Publisher: valve
Team up with three allies in the fight for survival! You have to fight off the hordes of zombies that have filled the whole world. Levels will share a safe room (safe room), in which these monsters are not terrible, but this will only be a temporary respite before a new fight.
Trainer, Nick, Rochelle and Ellis under your leadership must make their way further and further in order to find a safe place. However, the game says again and again: "There is no way out." This atmosphere haunts the player to the very end, throwing another challenge. Can you prove that you can achieve a better life? Try it!
Release date: 2018
Genre: cooperative shooter with horror elements about zombies and mutants
Developer: Crytek
Publisher: Crytek
Terrifying monsters filled the swamps of Louisiana. You, as a brave and professional hunter, must get rid of this threat. For trophies that can be obtained from monsters, you get money that you can use to improve equipment and go hunting again. However, other players are also on the alert - they will try to get it earlier or take it away without worrying about your life at all. Fight both monsters and people who, with their greed, are no less suitable for monsters.
It is quite possible to create a detachment that will keep the entire district in fear. After a successful hunt, upgrade your character's skills to make him more useful in battle. Rid Louisiana of this nightmare and show everyone who the real sniper is!
Release date: 2015
Genre: turn-based fantasy RPG with co-op mode
Developer: Larian Studios
Publisher: Larian Studios
Divinity: Original Sin is a turn-based RPG that includes both single and multiplayer game modes. The player will control two characters that are members of the "Source Hunters" group. Source - a particularly dangerous type of magic, supported by adepts. The characters will have to stop using this form of sorcery.
In single player, both characters are under your leadership, and when playing on a local network, there is only one. The main characters can build various relationships with each other: from the worst enemies to passionate lovers. The world is fully interactive, and its further fate depends entirely on you!.
Release date: 2011
Genre: pixel adventure sandbox
Developer: Gearbox Software
Publisher: 2K
Borderlands is a first-person shooter that includes RPG elements: inventory, the ability to upgrade skills and complete quests. Non-standard humor gives Borderlands a certain "charm" that will enthrall any player for a long time.
The story takes place in the year 5252 on the planet Pandora. The colonists tried to find gold and minerals here, but their hopes did not justify themselves, and the planet plunged into complete chaos. Slums and poverty - that's what happened to the once developing planet. However, the discovery of the Vault changes everything, only it is closed and kills everyone who tries to open it. You have to do it!
The unique character leveling system will make you go through all the side quests! Experience the cruel reality of Pandora!
Release date: 2016
Genre: co-op meaty first-person shooter with waves of zombies
Developer: tripwire interactive
Publisher: tripwire interactive
Killing Floor 2 is a first person shooter where the goal is to survive 4 to 10 waves of zombies. You can play from 1 to 6 players at the same time. Between waves, a shop is available where you can buy weapons for the number of kills in the round. Interestingly, the developer divided all players into classes: shooter, marksman, and so on. Everyone has their own role and task performed in the process of survival. The tank holds back damage, the shooter eliminates the strongest zombies, and the grenadier puts down the weak in droves.
The plot of this game can not please us. The scientist has learned how to clone and control mutants who want to destroy you.
However, the team-based gameplay is really impressive. Coherence and only coherence will help you survive real hell. Unite or count the last seconds of life!
Release date: 2016
Genre: cooperative first-person shooter about survival on an island with zombies
Developer: Techland
Publisher: deep silver
Dead Island is a first-person shooter from the Polish developers Techland in the survival horror genre. The action itself takes place in New Guinea. The main characters of the game are ordinary tourists who find themselves on a tropical island belonging to The Royal Palms Resort during a zombie apocalypse. Literally snatching their lives from the hands of monsters, they will have to learn all the secrets of this paradise and escape with minimal losses.
Everything can become a weapon: from a torch, a spear, a bat and ending with a chair leg. The maximum amount of blood and danger surrounding from all sides gives a certain drive to the gameplay, makes it alive and vigorous. Can you survive in a heavenly place during a real hell?
Release date: 2016
Genre: historical strategy with multiplayer
Developer: GSC Game World
Publisher: GSC Game World
Strategies have always attracted players with a huge creative potential. Building a castle? Please! Mining gold? Hold on! Cossacks 3 is the successor of these traditions.
You have to become a wise ruler and lead the empire of the XVII-XVIII centuries. A grand strategy about the great battles of the 18th century is the most accurate description of this game. A huge number of nations, types of units, techniques and strategies truly inspire respect for this creation. The battlefield can hold up to 32,000 units!
It is important that not only the military strategy decides the outcome of the confrontation: you will have to manage the empire and actively develop it. Become a Great leader or go down in history as the next ruler - it all depends on you!
Release date: 2011
Genre: first-person action game with parkour and co-op mode
Developer: Techland
Publisher: Techland Publishing
Parkour, zombies, action and all this from the first person! There is no other way to describe Dying Light! The open world, fully accessible to the player, is simply huge. You can play both alone and with a company on a local network.
The action itself takes place in the fictional Middle Eastern metropolis of Harran, hit by a zombie apocalypse. Scientist Kadir Suleiman threatens to create a new biological weapon, but you, operative Kyle Crane, must prevent this. You crash in an infested settlement. It remains to fight for the salvation of the world, because who, if not you?
The living dead no longer fit into the canon of slow and stupid creatures - they are fast, cunning and unpredictable! If you are ready to compete with them, then boldly go to Harran!
Release date: 2016
Genre: isometric action RPG based on the myths of Ancient Greece with a cooperative mode
Developer: Iron Lore Entertainment, THQ Nordic
Publisher: THQ Nordic
What will happen if all the Gods and Titans rise up and go to war against each other? Titan Quest: Anniversary Edition will happen! The action of this game takes place in Ancient Egypt, Greece and the East. The Titans have escaped their captivity and are wreaking havoc across the Earth. They destroy cities and destroy families. The world needs a savior, a hero who is not afraid to challenge the Titans and turn the tide of confrontation. And that savior will be you.
The RPG component of this game is perfectly supported by epic battles with famous Gods and Titans. Cerberus, Hercules and many, many more will be on your way. You will have to be smarter, faster and stronger to win. Save the world and resolve this conflict!
Release date: year 2014
Genre: offroad driving simulator with co-op mode
Developer: Oovee® Game Studios
Publisher: Oovee® Game Studios, IMGN.PRO
If you love heavy equipment trying to conquer the off-road, then Spintires is the right decision. At the moment, this game is recognized as one of the most realistic simulators of this genre. The game takes into account absolutely everything: the weight of the transport, its workload, weather conditions and broken roads! You will have to think twice before entering the next difficult section. The Havoc engine allows you to leave a track after your previous run, which will make it harder to advance next time. Maximum immersion guaranteed!
You will have to deliver goods to the most inaccessible places in the world. A downpour, a hurricane and puddles in which you can drown will not become an obstacle in front of you. We'll have to fight with nature and prove to ourselves that everything is possible!
Release date: year 2012
Genre: first person team shooter
Developer: Crytek
Publisher: Mail.Ru Group
Warface is a tactical first-person shooter developed by Crytek. The plot of the universe is that the private military corporation "Blackwood" is trying to gain control over all the resources of the Earth. Bribing the authorities, murders and financial fraud, she clearly goes to her goal. However, in contrast to it, there is the organization "Warface". You have to choose a side and fight for the company's goals at the cost of your life.
There are 4 classes in the game: attack aircraft, sniper, engineer and medic. Everyone has their own role in a cohesive team. Only by uniting will they be able to resist the enemy. There are a lot of game modes, which does not let you get bored even for a minute!
Release date: 1998
Genre: real-time space strategy game with multiplayer
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
The theme of space has always attracted gamers around the world. Its infinity and unexploredness makes goosebumps run down the backs of the players. Starcraft 2 fully justifies its setting and genre - strategy.
Three independent races with their own unique technique, four different modes and endless space - that's what you should expect from multiplayer. Being one of the best real-time strategy games, Starcraft is very popular among fans of the genre. If you are one of them, then you will definitely like it. Let's see if you can become the best commander in the galaxy?
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