There used to be a time when your TV was smaller. There used to be a time when games would let you play in split-screen, further downscaling the portion of the TV you would look at. There used to be a time when co-op games were the best way to spend a rainy evening with friends.

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Those moments are much rarer now, but thanks to a handful of titles, those fun couch moments have been kept alive. Co-op games that do not entail friends going up against each other are still a delight.

10 Minecraft Dungeons

The PS4 Metascore for Minecraft Dungeons

Dungeon crawlers account for some of the best co-op experiences out there. It also does not happen often that Minecraft releases a new game, especially since the original is still the best selling title of all time. Minecraft Dungeons feels like the classic dungeon crawler with a pixelated skin, where a mix of skills and attacks often result in spectacular ways to dispatch enemies.

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The gameplay is tons of fun, especially on the hardest setting available. Each stage is procedurally generated, so the same ones are not played over and over again, and finding secret chests or paths to hidden levels requires constant exploration. This game also has cross-play, so facing hordes of Minecraft mobs with all your friends has never been easier. This title received a 78 on PS4, a 74 on Xbox One, and a 70 on PC on Metacritic.

9 A Way Out

The Xbox One Metascore for A Way Out

Narrative-drive, third-person, co-op games are a rare find these days. A Way Out is a breath of fresh air for those looking to share a special story with someone. This title tells the tale of Leo and Vincent, as they try to escape prison and make a new start for themselves. This game has a 79 on Xbox One and a 78 for both PS4 and PC on Metacritic.

The adventure is designed for split-screen. A Way Out cannot be played solo, which is why this is one of the best co-op games out there. Friends will have to help each other as they make their way through the old-fashioned United States of the 1970s. There are plenty of minigames to enjoy while you progress through the story, creating a nice balance between serious and lighthearted moments.

8 Overcooked! 2

The Xbox One Metascore for Overcooked 2

This jolly cooking simulator revolves around teamwork and can feature up to four players. Gameplay requires completing the same tasks you would see in an actual restaurant; thankfully, this is just a videogame, so messing up a hard recipe is not the end of the world.

In addition to washing dishes or chopping vegetables, you also have to pay attention to some wacky environmental hazards, like moving floors, that impede a speedy progression through what seems to be a simple gameplay loop. Metacritic gave Overcooked! 2 an 83 on Xbox One and an 81 for both PC and PS4.

7 Don't Starve Together

The PC Metascore for Don't Starve Together

Following the success of Don't Starve, this title was released specifically due to requests to include a multiplayer mode. Overall, Don't Starve Together is heavily influenced by sandbox survival games like Minecraft and has a visual style reminiscent of Tim Burton's films. It earned an 83 on Metacritic.

The premise of the game is simple: do everything you can to survive, together. The game features a variety of game modes, each with unique playable characters that have different characteristics. Maps are randomly generated, so you can expect the unexpected every time you start or join a new game.

6 Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

The Metascore for Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle on Switch, featuring the characters from the game

The crossover between these characters is a hilarious one. The game has both a single-player and a co-op mode, but it undoubtedly excels when experiencing the latter. The gameplay is turn-based, so thinking about the best strategies to approach a situation is always a must.

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Some puzzles are also found here and there, and they must be completed in order to progress through the four playable worlds. Battles either focus on eliminating enemies or completing objectives. All this is made much better by the game's co-op mode, which produces hours of exhilarating fun compared to the single-player, which can feel a little shallow at times. This game is available on Nintendo Switch, where it received an 85 on Metacritic.

5 Cuphead

The PC Metascore for Cuphead

If Dark Souls has a worthy opponent, in terms of difficulty, Cuphead is it. This run and gun platformer has an art direction inspired by the old Mickey Mouse cartoons, and Netflix is working on developing a TV show based on the characters of the game. The PC version scored an 88 on Metacritic, while the PS4 and Xbox One iterations both received an 86.

The plot sees Cuphead and his brother Mugman go on a debt-collection spree on behalf of the Devil after they lose a bet against him. Play your cards right and you'll be able to get away with your skin and even teach the Devil a lesson. This game can be experienced solo, but bringing a trusty friend to help defeat the many bosses can make the process much easier and more enjoyable.

4 Stardew Valley

The Xbox One Metascore for Stardew Valley

Building your own farm has never felt cozier. Stardew Valley is the product of a single designer, Eric Barone, who saw the development of the game as an exercise to improve his own game programming skills. It took him four years, and after releasing across six different platforms (with tons of free content updates along the way), the game sold over 10 million copies. That's pretty impressive considering only one person worked on it.

Stardew Valley revolves around farming, mining, crafting, and even fighting. There are plenty of NPCs to interact with and befriend, and this experience is made all the better by inviting a friend to help you tend to your crops or explore the Skull Cave. This game earned an 89 on both PC and Xbox One and an 86 on PS4 on Metacritic.

3 Monster Hunter: World

The PS4 and Xbox One Metascore for Monster Hunter World

Generally, any game is good when you play it with friends. However, Monster Hunter: World is one of those titles you do absolutely want to experience if you have a regular squad looking to invest in hours of fun. This title is the best-selling Capcom game, with over 16 million copies sold. The game received a 90 for its PS4 and Xbox One versions, while the PC iteration earned an 88 on Metacritic.

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Multiplayer is exclusively online, so local split-screen and LAN play are not possible. However, up to four players can team up to complete quests together. Capcom has also put events in the game available for a limited time, where up to 16 players could matchmake and team up against an insanely strong boss.

2 Animal Crossing: New Horizons

The Switch Metascore for Animal Crossing New Horizons

As one of the most anticipated titles for the Nintendo Switch, New Horizons had high expectations when it first released. Though the gaming community agrees that the visual style is as cute as ever, the game initially felt devoid of diversified activities at launch. Once you sold fish and critters, explored random islands, and paid off all your loans, you pretty much experienced everything there was.

However, the game has received multiple free updates and keeps getting tons of seasonal content that keeps the gameplay loop fresh. The best way to experience this title is with friends, whom you can visit on their own islands to gather resources unavailable in yours. In fact, if you were to theoretically gather every item in the game, it would be impossible to do so without friends. Besides, it's also possible to invite friends over to your place to show off your latest design ideas.

1 Minecraft

The PC Metascore for Minecraft

It will never go away, its possibilities are truly endless. Minecraft continues to be the amazing game it has always been, and free updates keep expanding its scope. Most are familiar with the premise and gameplay of this title, which made its way on virtually every modern platform out there.

Experiencing this title with friends is almost a must. Nothing quite nails the freedom experienced in Minecraft, which is made all the better with a companion. The game also has countless servers to play on, giving you the possibility to engage in different adventures with your friends. On Metacritic, this must-play title has a 93 on PC, an 89 on PS4, and an 88 on Xbox One.

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