Best PC and Console Games for Two Players

You don’t need to gather a whole squad of friends to enjoy a co-op or multiplayer experience. Plenty of games are a blast even with just one partner. In this article, we’ve rounded up great titles perfect for spending quality time with your best friend or significant other.

Some things never change: the third Heroes game was the perfect couch co-op title over 20 years ago — and it still is. This cozy and atmospheric strategy game offers drastically different experiences with each session. Plus, Heroes of Might and Magic 3 supports hotseat play on the same PC, which is always a huge plus.

A masterpiece puzzle game where both the solo campaign and the two-player co-op mode are worth playing. Co-op in Portal 2 is full of clever puzzles requiring synchronization, often leading to hilarious mishaps when something doesn’t go as planned.

An emotional and visually striking co-op adventure with inventive gameplay. Each level in Split Fiction brings something new — from dragon-riding segments to lightsaber duels. The game keeps you on your toes at all times, which is exactly what a good co-op title should do.

Think Left 4 Dead meets Minecraft. Deep Rock Galactic is equal parts humor and adrenaline. As space-faring dwarves, players mine tunnels, collect resources, and fight off hordes of alien bugs — and it all works great even as a duo.

If you’re ready to suffer and smile at the same time, Cuphead is your pick. This brutally difficult platformer will test your friendship with its unforgiving bosses and relentless pace — only the steeliest nerves survive.

Not many CRPGs are designed for co-op, especially not of Baldur's Gate 3’s caliber. It offers enormous freedom and countless ways to tackle difficult situations. On higher difficulties, where a party wipe ends the campaign, having a second player can be a game-saver.

Fans may argue about whether this entry fits the classic Resident Evil 5 tone, but no one doubts it’s a fantastic co-op experience. The game constantly switches up locations, enemies, and challenges, keeping both players engaged from start to finish.

Loot-driven ARPGs like Diablo 4 are perfect for casual co-op. And while local co-op is console-only, it’s a great way to hang out and chat while bashing demons. It’s engaging, but not so demanding that it interrupts conversation.

Unlike some laid-back co-op games, Overcooked! All You Can Eat demands your full attention. It combines the chaos of the original two games into one package, where quick thinking and teamwork are essential — just try not to scream at your sous-chef.

An interactive horror movie where players steer the story through their choices. While The Quarry supports up to eight players locally, you can easily enjoy it as a duo — just divide the characters between yourselves and shape the fate of the group together.

A gritty first-person action game in the vein of Left 4 Dead. Warhammer: Vermintide 2 features some of the best melee combat in gaming — each weapon has a distinct feel and move set. Just be warned: it’s not easy, so if you're planning a two-player run, stick to lower difficulties at first.

Total War: Warhammer 3 is another top-tier co-op title set in the fantasy Warhammer universe — alongside Vermintide 2. It blends grand strategy with real-time tactics. The third installment puts a stronger emphasis on multiplayer, making it more convenient and engaging. For instance, players can now take their turns simultaneously on the campaign map instead of waiting for each other.

When it comes to grand strategy, few games are as compelling as Sid Meier's Civilization 6. Building your nations together from the dawn of man to the information age is a deeply engaging experience — partially meditative, yet full of tense geopolitical twists and turns.

If you’ve finished BG3 and are craving more, give Divinity: Original Sin 2 a try — another Larian Studios gem. It features a brilliant story, memorable characters, layered quests, and tactical turn-based combat. Best of all, it fully supports both local and online co-op.

A post-apocalyptic RPG for those who prefer rifles over swords. Wasteland 3 is a spiritual successor to the original Fallout games, offering sharp writing, bleak humor, and real player freedom. You can tackle every mission together, making choices that truly matter.

A game suitable for all types of players, although married couples will probably enjoy it the most. It Takes Two tells a beautiful story about people trying to fix a broken relationship. At the same time, the project is engaging not only because of its story, but also thanks to its diverse gameplay.

A visually striking survival simulator that resembles Tim Burton-style cartoons. But don’t let the cute visuals fool you — Don't Starve Together is a rather hardcore co-op game. To survive, you’ll need to pay close attention to all systems, including combat and crafting.

If you have a VR headset, skipping Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes is simply not an option. It’s a creative and tense game where one player wears the headset and defuses a bomb, following the instructions of their partner, who in turn is trying to make sense of the complex bomb manual.

A co-op adventure with an excellent concept and equally strong execution. In A Way Out, two players take on the roles of inmates trying to escape from prison. What’s interesting is that, although the characters do many things together, they are often in different locations doing separate tasks.

A vampire-themed survival simulator where you explore a vast open world, build your base, and fight numerous bosses. All of these are fun activities — especially when playing V Rising with a friend.

Co-op in Super Mario Odyssey works in a rather unusual way: one player controls Mario, and the other — his hat Cappy. The hat is invincible, and controlling it is very simple and intuitive. That’s why Super Mario Odyssey is a great title to introduce someone new to gaming.

A creepy game even with four players — let alone two. Phasmophobia is a horror game where players must analyze paranormal activity to determine which type of ghost haunts the area. Naturally, the spirits aren’t too happy with your presence and will try to scare or even kill you.

If you’re in the mood for a Hollywood-style action blockbuster, Gears 5 is a great pick — it’s brutal, dynamic, and still visually stunning even years later. The story may not be high literature, but its straightforward approach fits perfectly with co-op gameplay, where there's no time to dwell on deep narrative twists.

The Borderlands series successfully fuses Diablo-style loot mechanics with first-person shooter gameplay. While Borderlands 2 is often hailed as the franchise’s best, we recommend Borderlands 3 here thanks to crucial improvements like instanced loot — meaning each player gets their own rewards. Fewer fights over loot, more fun.

A perfect co-op game to recapture that childhood sense of wonder. In Grounded, players are shrunk to bug-size and must explore an ordinary backyard turned gigantic. What was once mundane becomes magical: blades of grass become forests, and insects turn into terrifying monsters.

The co-op mode in Far Cry 5 isn’t just a side activity — it’s full campaign co-op. Exploring the huge open world together and causing chaos however you see fit is incredibly entertaining, which makes playing the game this way a must.

A delightful co-op platformer — not too punishing, and often laugh-out-loud funny. In Rayman Legends, players need to coordinate their actions to clear each level. Easier said than done, which often leads to hilariously chaotic moments.

Unravel Two is a heartwarming tale about two yarn creatures bound by a single thread. You’ll solve environmental puzzles and journey through beautiful hand-crafted landscapes — all while relying on tight teamwork to progress.

Dead Space 3 received its fair share of criticism, especially from horror fans. But if you can set that aside, what remains is a solid and action-packed co-op shooter. Expect cinematic sequences, intense firefights, and waves of terrifying space zombies.

One of the best 2D Mario games to date — and designed with co-op in mind. While you can play Super Mario Bros. Wonder with up to four players, we recommend playing with just two for a more relaxed, explorative experience.

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That’s all for now! Let us know in the comments which two-player games you enjoy the most and why.