- #1 Nine Parchments
97% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,635 reviews2017
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Nine Parchments is a co-operative blast'em up game of magic mayhem from Frozenbyte, creators of the Trine series!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 30.6%, Local Co-Op 30.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.8%, RPG 9.8%, Action 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A magic-based twin-stick shooter that mirrors the spell-slinging chaos and 4-player local support of the seed game.
- #2 Castle Crashers®
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 136,432 reviews2012
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 28.8%, Local Co-Op 28.3%, Local Multiplayer 19.5%, RPG 7.7%, Adventure 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for 4-player local co-op beat 'em ups with a similar fantasy aesthetic and chaotic fun.
- #3 Full Metal Furies
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,888 reviews2018
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.9%, 4 Player Local 26%, RPG 16.3%, Action 7.9%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced beat 'em up that requires genuine coordination and offers a similar arcade-inspired feel.
- #4 Gauntlet™ Slayer Edition
95% matchVery Positive82% of 10,196 reviews2014
Dev: Arrowhead Game StudiosPub: WB Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 38%, 4 Player Local 20.8%, RPG 15.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.4%, Action 6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down fantasy action game that perfectly captures the 4-player local co-op dungeon crawling experience.
- #5 Hammerwatch
94% matchVery Positive89% of 6,479 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.1%, RPG 21%, 4 Player Local 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%, Indie 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler designed specifically for local co-op that emphasizes teamwork and arcade-style combat.
- #6 Son of a Witch
94% matchVery Positive86% of 432 reviews2018
Dev: Bigosaur
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?
Why similar: 4 Player Local 33.7%, Local Co-Op 26.2%, Local Multiplayer 19.7%, RPG 14.2%, Action 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite with 4-player local co-op that emphasizes dungeon crawling and fantasy combat.
- #7 Riverbond
93% matchVery Positive83% of 152 reviews2019
Dev: Cococucumber
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Riverbond is a ‘shoot-and-slash’ dungeon crawler with solo and couch co-op play, set in a stunning voxel world.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 33.8%, Local Co-Op 32.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.3%, Indie 5.6%, Arcade 5%
Why You'll Like It: A voxel-based dungeon crawler that supports 4-player local co-op and shares the same lighthearted arcade spirit.
- #8 Magicka
92% matchVery Positive86% of 31,871 reviews2011
Dev: Arrowhead Game StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.5%, RPG 21.9%, 4 Player Local 16.3%, Action 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features chaotic, magic-casting co-op gameplay that perfectly fits the mage-centric theme of the seed game.
- #9 Wizard of Legend
91% matchVery Positive91% of 20,891 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 50.3%, Local Multiplayer 21.9%, Action 8.1%, RPG 8%, Adventure 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, magic-focused action that rewards skill and coordination in a similar fantasy setting.
- #10 Super Cane Magic ZERO - Legend of the Cane Cane
91% matchVery Positive90% of 476 reviews2019
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Crash-land in the psychedelic world of Super Cane Magic ZERO, a local co-op Action RPG for 1 to 4 players! Immerse yourself in the mind-bending Story Mode or pummel your friends in 8 local Battle Arenas. Smash! Loot! Eat Rocks! Fight a really big fridge!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.3%, 4 Player Local 35.6%, RPG 16.6%, Action 6%, Adventure 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A whimsical action-RPG that supports 4-player local play and shares the chaotic energy of the seed game.
- #11 Streets of Rage 4
89% matchVery Positive92% of 19,149 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.9%, Local Multiplayer 28.1%, Action 17.2%, Indie 12.2%, Arcade 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive modern beat 'em up experience that offers excellent local multiplayer for groups.
- #12 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
88% matchVery Positive94% of 14,426 reviews2022
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 56.4%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 12.2%, Indie 10.7%, Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: A high-energy 4-player beat 'em up that captures the same arcade-style satisfaction.
- #13 Iron Crypticle
90% matchVery Positive84% of 120 reviews2017
Dev: Confused PelicanPub: TIKIPOD
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
IRON CRYPTICLE is an arcade twin-stick dungeon shooter with RPG elements for 1 to 4 players LOCAL CO-OP! A mysterious, malevolent force has abducted Cryptonia’s princess – along with the king’s royal golden treasures (shaped curiously like large foodstuffs...). Kingsguard to the rescue!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 46.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.7%, Action 11.9%, Indie 10%, Arcade 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style top-down shooter that emphasizes local co-op and pixel-art dungeon exploration.
- #14 Maximus 2: Street Gladiators
89% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Four Fats
Windows · Mac
A fantasy beat-em-up that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.7%, 4 Player Local 25.2%, RPG 18.2%, Action 7.3%, Arcade 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: An accessible beat 'em up that focuses on local co-op support and medieval fantasy combat.
- #15 Lost Castle 2
87% matchMostly Positive80% of 10,784 reviews2024
Dev: Hunter Studio
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 62.4%, RPG 17.5%, Action 7.4%, Adventure 7.2%, Indie 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer roguelike beat 'em up with fantasy elements that feels right at home for fans of local co-op action.
- #16 Brigands
85% matchMostly Positive94% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Simon RinfretPub: Azooloom
Windows
Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 30.7%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, RPG 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Adventure 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A medieval dungeon crawler with action-RPG elements that fits the fantasy theme well.
- #17 Heroes of Hammerwatch
86% matchVery Positive87% of 9,421 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: RPG 64.8%, Indie 13.3%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Adds roguelite progression to the classic dungeon crawler formula, providing deeper replayability for co-op groups.
- #18 Dungeon League
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 66 reviews2018
Dev: Christopher Yabsley
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Dungeon Master has a new favourite sport: Dungeon League takes everything that is awesome about dungeon crawling and spews it out as ten minutes of chaotic, competitive, multiplayer action.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 29.4%, Local Co-Op 22.6%, Local Multiplayer 17.7%, RPG 15.7%, Indie 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features arcade-style dungeon combat with a strong focus on local multiplayer competition and cooperation.
- #19 TowerFall Ascension
84% matchVery Positive95% of 3,549 reviews2014
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 31.7%, Local Co-Op 29.8%, 4 Player Local 21.9%, Action 6.6%, Indie 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: While more competitive, its intense local multiplayer action captures the same arcade feel as the seed game.
- #20 Knights of Braveland
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 reviews2023
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 50.4%, Local Multiplayer 30.8%, RPG 18.8%
Why You'll Like It: A beat 'em up with roguelike elements and 4-player support that mirrors the seed game's structure.
- #21 Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
81% matchVery Positive89% of 14,038 reviews2019
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 52.9%, Local Multiplayer 23.7%, RPG 7%, Adventure 6.5%, Action 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy co-op adventure that balances puzzle-solving with action-oriented gameplay.
- #22 Warlocks vs Shadows
84% matchMixed60% of 283 reviews2015
Dev: Frozen DistrictPub: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Slay monsters. Defeat epic bosses. Collect magical gear. Become a Warlock and save the universe.
Why similar: RPG 51.2%, Indie 26.9%, Action 21.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with pixel art and local co-op that focuses on fast-paced magical combat.
- #23 Aegis Defenders
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,807 reviews2018
Dev: GUTS DepartmentPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 38.1%, RPG 21.1%, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, Action 9.2%, Indie 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines action-platforming with tower defense elements, offering a unique co-op experience.
- #24 Chompy Chomp Chomp
83% matchMixed70% of 563 reviews2014
Dev: Utopian World of Sandwiches
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Chompy Chomp Chomp is a game where people of all ages, tastes and skills can play together, and enjoy themselves on a level playing field. Play with your friends/kids/boss/gran, lose your inhibitions, shout and scream and generally have an awesome time.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.9%, Local Multiplayer 26%, Indie 17.8%, Action 14.8%, Arcade 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic arcade-style local multiplayer game that focuses on quick, fun rounds.
- #25 Polygunners
80% matchVery Positive95% of 111 reviews2022
Dev: Owen Hey
Windows
Polygunners is a cross between a twin-stick shooter and an RPG. Upgrade abilities, explore dungeons and towns, and fight bosses to progress through the world. Playing with your friends with local co-op cranks the experience up to 11 for satisfying dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.3%, 4 Player Local 26.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 22.9%, Action 8.3%, Indie 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a local co-op focus that provides a similar twin-stick combat experience.
- #26 The Last Game
78% matchVery Positive91% of 88 reviews2024
Dev: Frédéric Julian
Windows · Mac
Traverse the dungeon in this awesome action / bullet-hell roguelite where every choice could make or break your run. Stack over 130 different items and create powerful synergies to become truly overpowered with 13 unique characters!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.3%, 4 Player Local 26.5%, Local Multiplayer 16.8%, Action 14.4%, Adventure 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter with roguelite elements that focuses on intense, arcade-style combat.
- #27 Ballistic Tanks
81% matchVery Positive82% of 244 reviews2016
Dev: Kirklight Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Ballistic Tanks is the best tank game you've played since the 80's. Battle in exhilarating local multiplayer, or challenge yourself in an intense solo/co-op arcade mode. Play 5 game modes in over 50 maps; and destroy your enemies in a frenzy of bullets, lasers, and explosions!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.7%, 4 Player Local 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 16.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.8%, Action 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced arcade action with local multiplayer support that is easy to pick up and play.
- #28 Unruly Heroes
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 949 reviews2019
Dev: Magic Design Studios
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.7%, 4 Player Local 40.4%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated action-platformer that provides a polished 4-player local co-op experience.
- #29 Big Helmet Heroes
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,009 reviews2025
Dev: Exalted StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 68%, Arcade 11%, Action 10.9%, Adventure 10.1%
- #30 Micro Mages
77% matchVery Positive96% of 428 reviews2019
Dev: Morphcat GamesPub: Morphcat Games UG
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Micro Mages is a platformer developed for the original 8-bit NES console. Now on Steam! ROM included. Play solo or with up to 4 players simultaneously. Compete over score or cooperate to overcome challenging levels.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 45.9%, Local Multiplayer 34.8%, Action 9.9%, Indie 9.4%
- #31 Lance A Lot: Enhanced Edition
78% matchVery Positive98% of 83 reviews2017
Dev: Brimstone
Windows · Mac · Linux
Challenge your friends to a glorious duel of rocket jousting for up to four players! Settle rivalries and become the last knight standing in this fast-paced local multiplayer!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 35.4%, Local Multiplayer 25.7%, Action 14%, Indie 12.5%, Casual 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A casual local multiplayer game that provides lighthearted, arcade-style fun for groups.
- #32 Lost Castle / 失落城堡
76% matchVery Positive87% of 23,770 reviews2016
Dev: Hunter StudioPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lost Castle is an action RPG beat'em up with roguelike elements and randomized dungeons for up to four players online and local!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 49%, Local Multiplayer 31.4%, RPG 19.5%
- #33 Wendigo Blue
73% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: EndlessFluff
Windows
Action-packed 2D beat-em-up with intense boss battles and a large variety of customizable equipment and skills. Up to 4 players with local co-op.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 35.9%, Local Co-Op 27.9%, Action 20.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.4%, Indie 3.3%
- #34 Jamsouls
79% matchMixed53% of 59 reviews2014
Dev: Chromatic Dream
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Get ready for some crazy battles with your friends in the colorful arenas of Jamsouls! In the hope of bringing back the golden era of multiplayer classics, Jamsouls focuses on fast-paced and manic fun with simple and accessible gameplay.
Why similar: Action 52.8%, Indie 47.2%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action platformer that provides simple, fun local co-op gameplay.
- #35 Innchanted
74% matchVery Positive83% of 166 reviews2023
Dev: DragonBear StudiosPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Run a Magical Inn with friends! Yarrul’s family Inn has been stolen by an evil wizard landlord! Team up with friends to reclaim your family's legacy. Manage your inn, brew potions, fish, cook, and fight in this hectic & heartfelt magical adventure. Play solo or co-op for 1-4 players.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 39.7%, Local Multiplayer 36%, Indie 12.2%, Casual 12.1%
- #36 Quest Hunter
75% matchVery Positive81% of 2,291 reviews2019
Dev: 2 Zombie Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Quest Hunter is an isometric action-RPG where your choice drives the story. Find tons of treasures and secrets, solve puzzles, equip your character, level up your skills and finish off enemy bosses. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: RPG 58%, Action 21.5%, Adventure 20.5%
- #37 Spelunker Party!
76% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.Pub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Go on a Journey to the underground with your buddies! Spelunker, the Weakest Action Hero is now on Steam! Embark on group expeditions in Offline and Online Co-op Multiplay with up to 4 players! Overcome thrilling challenges with Time Attack, Quests and more! Enjoy Spelunker Party together!
Why similar: Action 50%, Adventure 50%
- #38 TrinityS
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 216 reviews2024
Dev: Indie-us GamesPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
TrinityS condenses the thrilling elements of MMO RPG endgame encounters into a white-knuckle, "Boss Rush" cooperative online action game for up to three players. Skip the MMO level grind and face off against fearsome foes that require precise coordination to defeat!
Why similar: Action 36.2%, Casual 32.3%, Arcade 31.5%
- #39 Kingdom Of Explorers
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: S.E.R.A. GAMES STUDIOPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Kingdom of EXPLORERS is an adventure RPG game for up to 2 players. Each player needs to explore, collect, manage shared resources to unlock new terrains, upgrade weapons to defeat the enemies, Bosses and save the Dwarves Hidden Island!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 46.9%, Local Multiplayer 28.3%, RPG 18.3%, Adventure 6.5%
- #40 FORCED: Slightly Better Edition
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,791 reviews2013
Dev: BetaDwarf
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FORCED is a challenging 1-4-player game with co-op at its heart! A mix of tactical arcade action, RPG elements and puzzles will forge you and your friends together. As slaves in the toughest gladiator school of them all, you will face a plethora of unique trials - designed to be your death!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.4%, 4 Player Local 24.1%, RPG 14.9%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Action 6%
- #41 BULLET PARTY
73% matchVery Positive95% of 97 reviews2017
Dev: Awoker Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
The party co-op shoot ’em up! Become the king of the night club! Go alone or group your friends! Shoot the party crashers down!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 32%, Local Co-Op 25.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Arcade 5.7%
- #42 BOSSGARD
73% matchMixed56% of 257 reviews2020
Dev: Sand Sailor Studio
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 1.1 hrs≥1hr: 35%
WHO’S THE BOSS? It’s finally you! One big, bad, player-controlled Boss goes against a team of Vikings, each with special abilities. Enter BOSSGARD, a hectic 1v2, 1v3, up to 1v5 bossfight multiplayer game in which you get to crush your friends as THE BOSS.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.1%, 4 Player Local 28.2%, Local Multiplayer 22.6%, Indie 6.4%, Casual 6.2%
- #43 Super Retro Fighter
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 87 reviews2021
Dev: Syndrome interactivePub: Cat God Studio
Windows
Classic STG game Have fun with your friends just like your childhood!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 60.7%, Local Multiplayer 30.6%, Action 5.7%, Arcade 3%
- #44 HYPERCHARGE: Unboxed
70% matchVery Positive90% of 4,369 reviews2020
Dev: Digital Cybercherries
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Hypercharge is a first and third-person shooter action figure game you've always dreamed of! Grab your friends, complete objectives, defend the Hypercore against waves of weaponized toys, and defeat Major Evil together in the story campaign!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.6%, 4 Player Local 31.9%, Local Multiplayer 20.2%, Adventure 3.9%, Casual 3.3%
- #45 Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
71% matchVery Positive93% of 4,015 reviews2015
Dev: Asteroid Base
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.7%, 4 Player Local 27.4%, Local Multiplayer 20.9%, Action 4.1%, Indie 3.5%
- #46 Keepers of the Trees
72% matchMixed54% of 138 reviews2020
Dev: Studio Chili
Windows
“Keepers of the Trees” is a couch co-op puzzle platformer that gives you the power to control nature. Along with a friend, you will test your platforming mettle, work together to solve puzzles by growing special plants, and explore a lush, fantasy forest world.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 74.5%, Adventure 12.9%, Casual 11.1%, Action 1.6%
- #47 Putty Pals
70% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2017
Dev: Harmonious Games
Windows · Mac
Grab a friend and get squishy! Putty Pals is the ultimate co-op platformer, challenging two players to work together and overcome puzzles in a bright and beautiful world.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.5%, Local Multiplayer 31.7%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 8.3%, Indie 7.8%
- #48 The Adventure Pals
68% matchVery Positive92% of 1,952 reviews2018
Dev: Massive MonsterPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The Adventure Pals is an epic adventure platformer fueled by imagination, friendship, and the dark side of hot dogs. Your dad has been dadnapped and you, your pet rock, and a tongue-helicoptering giraffe must fight your way through levels filled with platforming, bizarre enemies, and big bosses to save the world!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 42%, RPG 24.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Action 10.6%, Indie 9.4%
- #49 A Few Quick Matches
63% matchVery Positive85% of 2,523 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 53%
A FEW QUICK MATCHES is a fast-paced, 1-4 player platform fighter that lets you bring old-school stick battles to life! play with your friends locally, or challenge players online in this flash-inspired spectacle!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 39.8%, Local Multiplayer 21.6%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Indie 9.1%, Casual 7.9%
- #50 Wonder Blade
69% matchMixed70% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: PUPPET DEPOT GAME STUDIOPub: East2West Games
Windows
What are you waiting for? Grab that trusty weapon of yours, free the princess and save the world, all before breakfast! What do you get when you cross a whimsical adventure, humorous characters and combat to die for? Wonder Blade - an awesome experience you won't soon forget.
Why similar: RPG 49.3%, Adventure 18.5%, Indie 17%, Action 15.2%
- #51 Collider
70% matchMixed70% of 66 reviews2016
Dev: Binary Cocoa
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Collider is a fast paced arcade game for 1 to 8 players.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 29.1%, Local Co-Op 26.1%, Local Multiplayer 23.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 7.8%, Casual 4.6%
- #52 LASTFIGHT
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 78 reviews2016
Dev: Piranaking
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
LASTFIGHT is bringing 2v2 3D fighting back to your living room! Pick up any available object in one of the 8 stages and teach your opponents a lesson! Play in local multiplayer mode, for up to 4 players, or one-player story mode, with a cast of 10 characters inspired by the comic book LASTMAN.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 29.5%, Local Co-Op 23.2%, Local Multiplayer 22.9%, Action 10.4%, Indie 9.3%
- #53 NoReload Heroes
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 92 reviews2018
Dev: Stupid Stupid Games
Windows
NoReload Heroes is a chaotic co-op party shooter for up to four people. Work as a team to beat the accidental evil you created, and be sure to pick up the best magitech guns on the way, or it's back to the bottom floor with you!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Action 12.8%, Indie 11.7%, Casual 11.3%
- #54 Astervoid 2000
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 68 reviews2016
Dev: Mad Capacity
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Astervoid 2000 is a 1 to 4 player local-multiplayer space brawler, combining classic arcade action with modern gameplay. Explosive, indestructible, and icy asteroids will slam against your ship, or can be weaponized against your opponents. Perfect support for gamepads & keyboard and mouse.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 24.1%, Local Co-Op 19.2%, Local Multiplayer 16.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.1%, Action 9%
- #55 Metaverse Keeper / 元能失控
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 802 reviews2019
Dev: Sparks Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Metaverse Keeper is a dungeon crawler with roguelike elements where four heroes join forces to save the “Metaverse" – created when a cosmic event tangled space-time. Explore randomly-generated worlds, customize your weapons, and fight crazy monsters – in solo or co-op mode!
Why similar: RPG 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 18.2%, 4 Player Local 17.1%, Local Co-Op 14%, Action 8.6%
- #56 Tumblestone
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,985 reviews2016
Dev: Ty TaylorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Tumblestone is the first original action-puzzle game of the past fifteen years -- completely reinventing the genre into a deep and cerebral puzzle solving experience that you won't forget.
Why similar: Indie 69.3%, Local Co-Op 8.2%, 4 Player Local 8%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%, Action 3.4%
- #57 Vicious Attack Llama Apocalypse
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 68 reviews2018
Dev: RogueCode (PTY) LTD
Windows
The world's best mass llama-slaughter roguelike-lite-ish couch co-op top-down twin-stick shooter.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 40.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 29.3%, Action 15.8%, Indie 14.1%
- #58 Commander Cool 2
66% matchVery Positive88% of 992 reviews2015
Dev: Orlyapps
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Commander Cool 2 is a four player local coop retro-styled adventure that is destined to be one of coolest game in 2015!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 52.7%, Action 25.6%, Indie 21.8%
- #59 Splody
67% matchVery Positive94% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: Dashing Strike
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The classic couch competitive gameplay of games like Bomberman brought into the modern era. Place bombs, get out of the way, destroy your friends, collect power-ups, 'splode your way to victory in smooth multiplayer with virtually unlimited local and online players!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 29.3%, Local Multiplayer 23.7%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Action 11.1%, Indie 10%