Couch Co-op Gems For Less!
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean candles and quiet dinners. Sometimes it’s about grabbing a controller, sinking into the sofa, and playing something together. Whether you’re planning a cosy night in with your partner, a competitive rematch, or sharing the screen with more than two people, couch co-op games are a great way to connect, laugh, and spend time together.
From story-driven adventures to chaotic party games, these picks are all about playing side by side. Every game on this list supports local multiplaye so you can focus on the fun! No online lobbies, no setup stress, just good games and good company.
The next evolution of Mario Kart brings bigger tracks, more spectacle, and the same perfectly balanced chaos. Mario Kart World is ideal for quick couch sessions, rotating players, and playful rivalry that never overstays its welcome. Great for couples, friends, or more-than-two people sharing the sofa and settling scores one race at a time.
A co-op game built entirely around working together, It Takes Two turns communication into a gameplay mechanic. Every level introduces new ideas that only work if both players stay in sync, making it surprisingly intimate as well as very funny. It’s perfect for partners who like solving problems together and don’t mind the occasional emotional subplot sneaking in.
This is co-op at its most unhinged. You’ll be chopping, frying, falling off cliffs, and yelling “WHERE’S THE PLATE?” within minutes. Overcooked! is best played with people you trust—and maybe people you can laugh with when everything goes wrong.
Sometimes love is best expressed through a perfectly timed combo. Tekken 8 is flashy, dramatic, and very satisfying, whether you’re playing seriously or just mashing buttons and laughing at the results. Great for friendly rivalries and dramatic rematches.
A calm, cosy game about building a life together at your own pace. Farm, explore, decorate, or just fish side by side while chatting. Stardew Valley is ideal for low-pressure evenings and works just as well for couples or small groups sharing one screen.
A perfect choice for Valentine’s that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Mario Party Jamboree supports up to four players on one screen, making it ideal for couples, friends, or a small group sharing the sofa. Expect silly mini-games, friendly competition, and plenty of opportunities to team up—or completely sabotage each other.
Bright, playful platforming that’s built for sharing the screen. Sackboy: A Big Adventure supports up to four players locally, making it easy to jump in together, help each other through tricky sections, or just enjoy the chaos. It’s cheerful, low-pressure fun that works well whether you’re playing as a pair or with a full sofa.
Beautifully animated and famously challenging, Cuphead is a co-op game that demands patience, coordination, and a good sense of humour. Playing together means learning boss patterns, timing your moves, and celebrating small victories after many spectacular failures. It’s tough, but incredibly satisfying when you finally beat a level side by side.
The ultimate co-op sandbox. Build a home, explore caves, or just wander around together doing your own thing. Minecraft works beautifully for partners with different play styles—and even better when taking turns or sharing the world with more than two people.
