Steam has so many great couch co-op games, and here are the best ones to play right now in 2026.

Why it’s great: Easy to pick up, impossible to put down. The chaos of shells, bananas, and last‑second blue shell strikes makes it perfect for mixed‑skill groups. Who it’s for: Families, casual ...

There’s something special about sharing a multiplayer game in the same room as a group of mates. Whether it’s duffing up bad guys in classics like Streets of Rage II, racing in four-player Mario Kart ...

Gaming with another person — partner, best mate, family member, or someone you don't even really like but somehow ended up next to you on the sofa — is a great time, especially when you're playing one ...

Anyone who played games with their siblings might remember how split-screen multiplayer was once the standard for great local co-op or competitive experiences. However, fewer and fewer games have ...

Fans aren't in agreement when it comes to local co-op multiplayer in GTA 6, as the series continues to push forward into ...

Hosting a party game night without a console is easy with Gaming Couch. Just use a PC or smart TV, Wi-Fi, and smartphones as controllers. No apps, no logins, free to play, and supports up to 8 players ...