Looking for the best co-op multiplayer games on PS5? Whether you’re couch-gaming with a buddy or teaming up online, the PlayStation 5 is packed with incredible co-op titles that bring people together. From story-driven adventures to chaotic party games and intense shooters, this list features the top PS5 co-op games that are fun, engaging, and perfect for playing with friends in 2025.
Here are 25 must-play co-op multiplayer games on PS5 that you and your co-op partner won’t want to miss.
1. It Takes Two
A masterpiece in co-op storytelling, It Takes Two is built entirely around two-player gameplay. You’ll solve puzzles, battle enemies, and explore emotional story beats as a couple navigating their relationship—both literally and metaphorically. It’s the gold standard of couch co-op.
2. Sackboy: A Big Adventure
This charming platformer is a blast in local or online PS5 co-op. Up to four players can team up as Sackboy and friends, bouncing through vibrant, creative levels full of puzzles and surprises. It’s lighthearted, accessible, and pure joyful chaos.
3. A Way Out
From the creators of It Takes Two, this gritty cinematic escape story is only playable in co-op. One player controls each of the two inmates as they break out of prison and survive on the run. It’s packed with tension, teamwork, and unforgettable moments.
4. Split Fiction
This indie darling has exploded in popularity thanks to its creative, two-player split-reality gameplay. One player sees one version of the world, while the other sees something totally different. Solving puzzles together requires constant communication—and plenty of laughs.
5. Baldur’s Gate 3
An RPG powerhouse, Baldur’s Gate 3 offers full co-op campaign support. Whether you’re exploring dungeons, roleplaying, or making chaotic decisions, this game lets you and your friends shape your adventure together. One of the deepest, most rewarding co-op RPGs ever made.
6. Diablo IV
Diablo IV brings back the addictive loot-grind chaos with buttery smooth PS5 co-op. Up to four players can team up online to slay demons, explore dungeons, and level up classes in a dark, gritty world. Perfect for friends who love combat and progression.
7. Helldivers 2
This chaotic, over-the-top co-op shooter thrives on teamwork—and friendly fire. You’ll drop into bug-infested warzones with up to three other players and complete missions while managing supplies, revives, and mayhem. Think Starship Troopers, but with even more explosions.
8. Overcooked! 1 & 2
A classic for a reason. These frantic kitchen simulators require tight coordination (and a lot of shouting). Whether you’re flipping burgers or putting out fires, the co-op in Overcooked is hilarious and rewarding. Great for parties and couch sessions.
9. Fortnite
Yes, it’s still going strong—and now better than ever for PS5 co-op lovers. Whether you’re teaming up in Zero Build, creative maps, or event modes, Fortnite offers constant new content and smooth co-op fun. It’s endlessly replayable with friends.
10. Back 4 Blood
From the makers of Left 4 Dead, this first-person zombie shooter is all about co-op survival. With four-player squads, customizable decks, and dynamic AI, every match feels different. Bring your best coordination—or get eaten alive.
11. The Quarry
This cinematic horror game lets up to 8 players control different characters during a terrifying night in the woods. Your choices determine who lives and who dies—and it’s even more fun when you’re making those decisions (or arguing about them) with friends.
12. Remnant 2
A brutally challenging co-op shooter-RPG hybrid, Remnant 2 lets up to three players face off against monsters, bosses, and mysterious worlds. It’s perfect for fans of Souls-like difficulty but with guns, gear upgrades, and deep team-based combat.
13. Minecraft
Still one of the best sandbox games ever made! Now, on PS5! Play locally or online with friends to build, survive, and explore infinite worlds together. Whether you’re crafting a castle or fighting off creepers, Minecraft remains the ultimate digital playground.
14. Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Remake)
The updated version of this emotional classic now supports full two-player co-op. Each player controls one brother on a heart-wrenching adventure filled with puzzles, light platforming, and quiet moments that hit hard.
15. Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
A hilarious fantasy spin-off of Borderlands, this chaotic RPG shooter is perfect for 2–4 players. With wild weapons, magic, and laugh-out-loud writing, co-op in Wonderlands is pure loot-fueled fun from start to finish.
16. Moving Out
If Overcooked had a furniture-flinging cousin, it’d be Moving Out. Team up with friends to haul sofas, TVs, and fridges through ridiculous obstacle-filled houses. It’s hilarious, chaotic, and surprisingly strategic when you’re not tossing things out windows.
17. Call of Duty: Warzone
Still one of the most popular battle royale shooters out there, Warzone lets you drop into massive lobbies with your squad. Whether you’re chasing wins or just vibing in DMZ mode, it’s a solid, fast-paced multiplayer experience with tight co-op coordination.
18. Marvel Rivals
This team-based hero shooter brings Marvel’s biggest names into a stylish, action-packed co-op battleground. Work with your teammates to pull off synergized powers and tactical plays—great for fans of Overwatch and superhero chaos alike.
19. Overwatch 2
A polished, competitive team shooter with a growing roster of unique heroes. Co-op in Overwatch 2 thrives on teamwork, with each role contributing to victory. Whether you’re healing, tanking, or dealing damage, there’s a hero (and playstyle) for every type of player.
20. Apex Legends
This fast-paced, free-to-play PS5 battle royale is perfect for tight squads. With movement-based gameplay, unique character abilities, and ping systems built for communication, Apex rewards good coordination and slick plays. Easy to pick up, hard to put down.
21. Human: Fall Flat
This goofy physics-based puzzler is even more fun with friends. You’ll solve surreal platforming puzzles by flopping, dragging, and climbing your way through strange environments. Half the fun is just watching each other fall over.
22. Operation: Tango
A spy-themed PS5 co-op game where one player is the field agent and the other is the hacker. Communication is everything—because neither player sees the full picture. Great for remote couch co-op fans who love puzzles and teamwork.
23. We Were Here Together
This atmospheric two-player co-op game requires careful coordination and communication. You and your partner explore eerie locations, solve puzzles, and uncover mysterious lore—but each of you sees different parts of the environment.
24. Escape Academy
It’s like a digital escape room you can tackle with friends. With clever puzzles, a fun art style, and a school-for-escape-artists storyline, Escape Academy is a must-play for PS5 fans of co-op brain teasers.
25. Cult of the Lamb
This adorable-yet-dark roguelite lets you manage a cult AND go on crusades—and now, with co-op updates on PS5, you can bring a friend along for the chaos. It’s got action, humor, and some of the weirdest boss fights you’ll ever team up for.