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items My son loves to play video games with me but it is hard these days to find Local Co-Op games that are both fun for him and for me. This list is one I’m making for both 2-player co-op games and fun family games for everyone. Hope this list helps!
Split Fiction is an amazing local Co-Op adventure game where 2 players must work together in order to continue through each level. Follow Mio and Zoe and they are trapped in the minds of their own stories. Fantasy reigns in all of Zoe’s stories as yo...
Split Fiction PS5 - Electronic Arts
One of the most amazing 2-player local co-op games I’ve ever played. My wife and I played it first (my wife doesn’t like games that much) but she loved this one. Afterwards my son and daughter both got into it as well.
Play as May and Cody as they g...
It Takes Two Ps5
This is an amazing 2 player co-op game. The controls operate differently than any game I have tried before. You must work together to navigate your robots through Earth to relight the flames that help the space robots see and land on earth from above...
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If you haven’t played Super Smash Brothers Ultimate on Nintendo Switch yet, you are missing out. An amazing fighting game packed with all of your favorite Nintendo and Pokemon characters, this game will add hours of gaming fun for you and your family...
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - US Version
It’s Mario Kart. It’s amazing. Get it for you and your family. Enough said.
1-4 player local co-op.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - US Version - Nintendo
The newest addition to the Mario Party franchise, Jamboree has done a great job in making the game fresh and exciting. More levels, new ways to play, and a fresh set of Mini Games.
1-4 player local co-op.
Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch
Portal 2 is an older game on the list but an amazing 2 player local co-op nonetheless. Work together to create portals through walls and find your ways to the end of each level.
2 player local co-op.
Portal 2 - PlayStation 4 Video Game
The Overcooked Series is amazing and infuriating at the same time. You MUST communicate in this game to serve ever more difficult meals in crazy levels to your guests. Talk (or yell) with your family as you race the clock to be the best chefs in town...
Overcooked! All You Can Eat - Nintendo Switch
The Overcooked Series is amazing and infuriating at the same time. You MUST communicate in this game to serve ever more difficult meals in crazy levels to your guests. Talk (or yell) with your family as you race the clock to be the best chefs in town...
Overcooked! 2 - Nintendo Switch - Ui Entertainment
Pikmin 4 is an amazing game that requires you to explore different worlds and collect items in order to upgrade and complete your missions of finding Olimar. The two player function in this is different than traditional co-op. The first player is the...
Pikmin 4 for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site
A beautifully crafted and calming 2-player local co-op game, Unravel 2 is the continuation of the first game but with the addition of the second player. Use your yarn creature to create ropes and bridges and navigate your way through the world.
Supe...
Unravel 2
You know Switch Sports! A must have for family gaming. Play tennis, basketball, fencing, bowling, and many more.
Love this game for some fun family video game nights.
1-4 player local co-op.
Nintendo Switch™ Sports for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site
Mario Bros Wonder is a return to the classic game style but with fun magical twists.
1-4 player local co-op.
Super Mario Bros.™ Wonder - Nintendo Switch
This game is an amazing co-op adventure that is so cute you just want to scream! Collect different yarn looks for your Yoshi as you navigate levels and work together.
2 player local co-op.
Yoshis Woolly World Nintendo Switch
Unless you have an old Wii or PS3 you unfortunately won’t be able to enjoy “Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon”. But if you DO, I highly recommend this 2-player co-op game. My wife and I played this together like 10 years ago and had so much fun together. I w...
The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon (Nintendo Wii, 2008) Factory Sealed RARE