10 Couch Co-op Classics For Your Backlog
In an age of online multiplayer, there's still a special kind of magic that comes from sitting next to a friend on a couch and sharing a gaming experience. Whether you're working together or competing, couch co-op is a fantastic way to tackle your gaming backlog with a partner. Here are 10 classic and modern-classic couch co-op games that deserve a spot on your list.
1. It Takes Two
Genre: Action-Adventure/Platformer | Players: 2
A modern masterpiece of cooperative design. This game can *only* be played with a partner, and every level introduces new, complementary mechanics that force you to communicate and work together. It's a beautiful, inventive, and unforgettable experience.
2. Overcooked! 2
Genre: Party/Simulation | Players: 1-4
Prepare for chaotic fun. In Overcooked! 2, you and your friends are chefs in increasingly absurd kitchens. You must chop, cook, and serve dishes against the clock. It's a hilarious test of teamwork and communication that will have you all yelling and laughing.
3. Stardew Valley
Genre: Farming Sim/RPG | Players: 1-4
If chaos isn't your style, Stardew Valley offers a serene alternative. You and your friends can build a farm, raise animals, explore caves, and become part of a charming local community together. It's a wonderfully relaxing way to spend hundreds of hours.
4. Cuphead
Genre: Run-and-Gun/Platformer | Players: 1-2
Don't let the charming 1930s cartoon art style fool you; this game is tough. Cuphead is a series of challenging boss battles and platforming levels. Having a friend to help (and revive you) makes the difficult journey much more manageable and triumphant.
5. Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
Genre: Action/Space Shooter | Players: 1-4
You and your crew pilot a single, round spaceship where each person controls a different station: shields, guns, engine, etc. You must constantly run around inside the ship to different stations to fend off enemies and rescue space-bunnies. It's frantic, colorful, and pure cooperative fun.
Many of these titles are great short games you can finish over a weekend with a friend. Don't forget to add your favorites to the gameyap Backlog Burner to see how they fit into your gaming schedule!