/r/localmultiplayergames

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This community is for those who play, create, and bring awareness to those who love local multiplayer games—which are video games that are played on one system (console or computer) among multiple players, either single or split-screen.

About This Subreddit

This is a subreddit dedicated to local multiplayer games, which are games that are played on one system among multiple players, either single or split screen. Here you will find discussion of new and upcoming local multiplayer games, strategy, tournaments, Let's Plays and Let's Players looking for such games.

Self-Promotion

Self-promotion is allowed as their own posts. However, you must identify your interest in the content (i.e. "I am the developer of _____ and..." or "I did a Let's Play of ____").

Where to Find Local Multiplayer Games

Local Multiplayer Events

Playgroup Finder

Check Facebook and Meetup for games meetups in your area! If there do not appear to be any local multiplayer ones, you can always start one yourself (though it does take some considerable effort). /u/FurtiveRaccoon and /u/ASilentMeadow run meetups for local multiplayer games, feel free to ask them questions.

Code of Conduct

A strict ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY is in place for harassment of any kind, including but not limited to: intimidation, offensive verbal comments, and singling anyone out for anything pertaining to the following: race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, age, body size, disability, appearance, religion, citizenship, pregnancy. Offenders will be banned. Everyone is expected to conduct themselves with respect to others and with these three core principles in mind:

  • Inclusivity

  • Accessibility

  • Camaraderie

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Suggestions for multiplayer soccer/football game

Ive been searching a funny (preferably mobile) Game about football for a incredibly long time now, im searching for a game that looks like EAFC pro clubs. That i can be in the same team with my friends. Any good games?

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2024/12/01
21:59 UTC

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If you thought the drinks we serve were just simple fruit juices, you're mistaken! If customers drink too much of them, they get drunk. It doesn't have a huge impact on the game (aside from them throwing up), but we love it because what's funnier than a tipsy animal?

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2024/12/01
14:05 UTC

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PC and 2 controllers: Reccommendations?

I just bought a 2nd PS5 controller on the cheap ("cheap"), partially because I wanted a spare, and partially for local co-op.

I have It Takes Two.

Any other local co-op games I should try? Platformers, party games, hell, perhaps even split screen FPS games (do those even exist on PC?) Something akin to the old schgool Gears of War on Xbox 360 with splitscreen co-op.

Curiosu to hear suggestions :) I know there are a lot of topics about specific games but within this context (PC only, certain genres) I would love to hear from people in the same sittuation.

10 Comments
2024/11/30
14:00 UTC

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Hammerwatch: Original or Anniversary ?

Hi all.

Considering finally grabbing Hammerwatch this sale. Original game is a lot cheaper but Anniversary seems nice. I read however that some people have issues with the Anniversary controller controls.

Which one would you guys recommend for a local co-op Xbox360 controller playthrough ?

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2024/11/30
10:14 UTC

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it takes two, keyboard + controller

Can i play It Takes Two local with 1 keyboard and 1 controller?

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2024/11/29
21:07 UTC

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Suggestions for drunk gaming for a bachelor's night

Hey all,

I am having my bachelor's in a little over a month and I am looking for suggestions on local multiplayer games that have good energy for when you're drunk.

I will have my PC set up and my PS5 so if there are any good games designed for just 2 players that's okay too

There will be up to 5 players, so bonus points for any games that allow more than 4

Game difficulty is irrelevant, all of us are lifetime gamers so we are flexible

Currently I am looking at the following games from previous posts on a similar topic:
Stick Fight
Speedrunners
Overcooked 2
Hidden in Plain Sight
Gang beasts

Thank you for any suggestions!

37 Comments
2024/11/29
00:58 UTC

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Gametje - casual online multiplayer games

Hi all, it's that time of year when we'll see all of our relatives and friends and I thought what better time to share my side project with you. I’ve been working on this project for the last ~1.5 years in my spare time. It's a set of games to liven up a get together and share some laughs.

What is it?

It is a set of online games (5 at the moment) which can be played in person with a central screen (like a TV) or remotely via video chat with screen sharing. In short, there is a host screen which shows most of the game’s activity. Players join via their own device like a phone/tablet/laptop and use that as a controller. It’s playable in 9 languages and doesn’t require any downloads. Most games revolve around being creative in some shape or form. None of the games require fast reflexes and can be played by just about anyone.  The host screen can be a browser (laptop/tablet etc), a Chromecast or an Amazon Fire Stick (Amazon app store). (The firestick performance may vary depending on which model you have). One of my goals was to make it easy to get started with minimal downloads/setup.

Why did I create it?

I've been a player of Jackbox games myself for 10+ years but I always found their support for other languages a bit lacking. I also found the fragmentation between app stores a bit frustrating and needing to buy a new pack each year. I own their games on PC and PS4 but I can’t share  a “license” between them. I designed Gametje with these issues in mind. It is playable in multiple languages with more being added regularly (feel free to request one). You can play it from any device with a web browser. There is no need to install it via Steam or a game console. All games are available in one place with no “packs” to buy.

What’s up with the name?

I have been living in the Netherlands for some years and part of my original motivation stems from wanting to give my friends here a game to play in their native language. It's way easier to be witty/funny in your mother tongue after all! Because of that, I wanted to incorporate something Dutch into the site's name. The suffix ‘tje’ is one of the diminutive endings in Dutch and is meant to soften a word or make it "smaller". Game + tje = Gametje, or a little game. I have been informed by native Dutch speakers that it should have been ‘Gamepje’ to be "correct" but I liked the way Gametje sounded better.

Where can I try it?

https://gametje.com/

You can try it out as a guest without signing up in order to get a feel for the games. Each game is outlined on the main screen and has a small tutorial to show off the game mechanics. After creating a game, you can join from another browser window or device. You can also add AI players if you want to try it out on your own. If you sign up for an account, you can opt-in as an alpha tester and see the new games as they are developed. It’ll also keep track of all your previous games and make sure not to duplicate content. Canvas Clash also lets you add and play with custom word packs. You can also review drawings from past games.

What am I looking for?

I am interested in feedback about the whole concept and also the gameplay. Is it fun? What could be improved? UI design isn’t my forte so I’m aware the main site is a bit plain but the core functionality and gameplay are there. 

Happy to share some technical details as well for those that are interested.

Thanks!

Some screenshots:

https://preview.redd.it/fqnv5u6x3p3e1.png?width=1616&format=png&auto=webp&s=649b85a32e8735afea34a6f2c4f523812c9d99c9

https://preview.redd.it/68jecoi24p3e1.png?width=1624&format=png&auto=webp&s=547c0a1e4c690303cfd7bccf46f4776c71eebeae

https://preview.redd.it/jbzxego44p3e1.png?width=1602&format=png&auto=webp&s=6ef2f2ef127663cb52894518033ac9a50c03f300

https://preview.redd.it/vvfit9t74p3e1.png?width=1612&format=png&auto=webp&s=071266c0d768025090b1ea5f84e5e63dae8f8ae3

https://preview.redd.it/xtc7qz1a4p3e1.png?width=1616&format=png&auto=webp&s=5ee0fbda0dcff41e698fee5e9c2db827baa0a4af

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2024/11/28
19:39 UTC

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In the game, you'll encounter several unique chefs, and we wanted to share the inspirations behind their designs. It was especially fun to individually craft each character’s concept and bring them to life this way.

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2024/11/28
14:50 UTC

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Progress in the development of Hardtrace :) The mining town "Colony 43" around the arena. In the game only visible in the menu). Important links are https://hardtrace.cz

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2024/11/28
06:54 UTC

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I’m developing my own party game - so I'm curious: what do you look for in games like Mario Party or Move or Die?

What brings you back over and over? 👀

16 Comments
2024/11/27
20:38 UTC

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(PS5) AK-Xolotl | Coop Local Gameplay

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2024/11/27
19:11 UTC

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Looking for a NEW PARTY GAME? 🎉

Hey, everyone! We’re excited to announce that the demo for Play Together TV is now available on Steam, featuring 3 fun games for you to try out! 🎮

In Play Together, you use your phone as a remote control and a shared screen (PC, TV, or tablet) to play together with friends. If you love party games that are easy to pick up and a blast to play, this demo is for you. And the best part? More games are on the way! 🚀

Download, play, and share your thoughts with us here! 👇

🔗 Play Together: Party Games no Steam (steampowered.com)

Teaser Play Together TV

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2024/11/27
17:23 UTC

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Looking for 10+ player party games similar to Jackbox/Death by AI

Hey everyone! 👋I'm on the hunt for party games that capture that same chaotic energy as Jackbox Party Pack and Death by AI. You know, those games where you get thrown into hilarious scenarios or answer random funny questions with a big group of friends.What I'm specifically looking for:

  • Must support 10+ players (either directly or through audience participation)
  • Focused on funny scenarios/random questions
  • Can be played online (preferably through a server or browser)
  • Bonus points if it has:
    • AI integration (like Death by AI)
    • Voting systems
    • Creative writing/answering elements

I already know about:

  • Jackbox Party Pack series
  • Death by AI

Would love to discover some hidden gems! Any suggestions would be super appreciated! 🎮

Edit: Price isn't an issue, and I'm open to both free and paid games.

6 Comments
2024/11/27
11:24 UTC

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Our Cooperative spin on the Classic "Snake Game"

7 Comments
2024/11/26
19:49 UTC

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Online Song Quiz

Hey everyone,

Let me know if this is not the right place to post. I recently developed a single-/ multiplayer song quiz game where the players listen to a snippet of a song, and then have to guess its Artist, Title, Genre and Release Year. It can be played alone or in groups.

It's still in development, but I'd really like some feedback and improvement ideas. You can check it out on : https://statt-land-song.ch

4 Comments
2024/11/26
06:41 UTC

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Best games that are also really hard to get ahold of.

Any reccomendations for rare local multiplayer games that are difficult to find or get ahold of but not impossible. Better if the difficultly isn't just due to the price.

My contender: Lazer league

Need to buy a cheap steam key from a 3rd party (as it's delisted). Then download the 2018 version via steamDB to allow local multiplayer (the game can't get to the main menu in the latest version).

8 Comments
2024/11/26
04:56 UTC

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anybody have any games to play (multiplayer) or any friends who need someone in a group? i have no friends and love horror games but i have no games or friends.

i love games like resident evil, evil within, fnaf, fran bow, subnautica ect. please dm

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2024/11/26
03:53 UTC

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4 Player Local Elden Ring

4k tv, 1440p monitor, and 1080p monitor. All running stable 60fps on a 3090 i7 13700k and 128gbs of ram. Thanks to r/nucleuscoop

0 Comments
2024/11/24
20:49 UTC

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Balance Breakers! Local PvP balance fighting game

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2024/11/22
23:53 UTC

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Any geeks in Brisbane/Logan area? It's hard to make friends that just wanna hang out and play video games/ board games 🎮

3 Comments
2024/11/22
20:59 UTC

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Date Night - It Takes Two - Ep 3 - You make me wanna shout - GIVEAWAY

Hey all.

Giving away two steam codes for The Lamplighters League.

If you are interested, leave a comment on the above video.

The winner will be chosen at random. Entries must be submitted before Sunday 24th November (14:00 GMT)

Good luck.

Next week I will be giving away a copy of Warhammer 40,000 Darktide so be sure to subscribe to be notified when that goes live.

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2024/11/22
15:28 UTC

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Our game Party Club became one of the top 5 most-played demos at last week's Cooking Fest! Thank you all for your support :) If you have any feedback or missed trying out our demo, feel free to check it out on our Steam page!

3 Comments
2024/11/22
13:47 UTC

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BEST FREE GAMES TO PLAY WITH FRIENDS OR ALONE ??

6 Comments
2024/11/21
23:39 UTC

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Most fun local multiplayer games for the holidays

Got some family coming in to town for holidays, looking for really fun 4p games
- little to no set up / multi-session commitment
- able to rotate people in every "match" or "game".
- simple to learn / play, but skill over time
- silly / goofy is great!

we had a really good time last year with "Fling to the Finish" and "Mario Kart Wii Deluxe"

currently looking at Limbs, maybe Shipped or Knight Squad

Looking for stuff I can run on my steam deck - not opposed to emulating or ROM hacks or anything like that. I've got 4 PS5 controllers and 4 gamecube controllers + an adapter for it.

19 Comments
2024/11/21
21:43 UTC

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Smoothcade - a cute colorful co-op is now on Consoles and Steam!

I can’t believe I just found this sub! I just released my game, Smoothcade, to consoles and Steam!

Dive into a colorful whimsical world where you and your friends team up to clear colorful critters from the screen. Your mission? Capture adorable creatures in magical cloudies and pop them away to restore peace to the vibrant islands! 🍍

Take advantage of our launch discount! Get Smoothcade for less than the price of a Smoothie!

Switch: shorturl.at/tDWUg Steam: shorturl.at/uV6a4 Xbox: shorturl.at/2SqFi Sony: shorturl.at/KYDEA

0 Comments
2024/11/19
23:31 UTC

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Day 1 of making my Dream couch coop game

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2024/11/19
17:38 UTC

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Looking for Local Multiplayer Games for 6+ Players (Preferably on Steam)

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for local multiplayer games that support 6 or more players. I'm planning a game night with friends, and we want something fun and engaging that we can all play together.

16 Comments
2024/11/19
00:26 UTC

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New free local multiplayer platformer Battle Royal up 8 players in splitscreen

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2024/11/17
21:08 UTC

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lets go play pacify

0 Comments
2024/11/17
11:16 UTC

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