Co-op gaming is changing in 2025, with some of the most highly anticipated titles offering thrilling adventures for players to enjoy together. From action packed RPGs to spine chilling survival horror, this year promises something for every type of gamer. Here’s a detailed look at the top 10 co-op games releasing in 2025, their features, and why you should add them to your gaming wishlist.
Borderlands 4
Borderlands 4 brings more of the lovable chaos of the beloved looter-shooter franchise into our lives, courtesy of Gearbox Software. This iteration goes further to amplify chaotic multiplayer, new characters, a rich storyline, and zanier weapons. Its shaded art style is the same, but now with more detailed graphics and an overall smoother performance on next-gen consoles. Thrilling boss battles, some of the most open-world exploration yet, and online co-op are to be expected when this gem drops in late 2025 or early 2026.
Elden Ring Nightreign
Elden Ring Nightreign is the sequel to the Elden Ring, and goes deeper into From Software’s breathtaking universe. This action RPG combines challenging combat from the studio with an expanded multiplayer mode, designed for co-op play. Gather your squad to conquer punishing dungeons and explore a dark, mysterious world riddled with secrets. Nightreign enhances the original’s mechanics, offering a co-op experience that caters to hardcore fans and newcomers alike. Releasing date of this game will be disclosed in 2025 by the company.
Firebreak (FBC)
Coming from the studio behind Control, Firebreak is a fast-paced shooter combining supernatural themes with co-op missions. Focusing on teamwork and strategies through unique abilities by characters in survival mission against hostile settings, the high-end visuals combined with action will make it another one to be tried. It’s the first ever game by remedy entertainment and they will soon announce its launch in 2025.
Little Nightmares 3
The terrifying world of Little Nightmares is back, but this time, the horror can be shared. Little Nightmares 3 brings co-op gameplay where players team up to find their way through chilling environments and solve intricate puzzles. The atmosphere and storytelling are expanded in this title, which makes it a great choice for those who love suspenseful co-op adventures. This game was initially expected to launch in 2024 but it couldn’t happen due to some technical reasons. Recently, Bandai Namco has announced its expected launch in 2025.
Dying Light The Beast
Techland combines its parkour-meets-zombie-slaying franchise with Dying Light. This installment introduces a darker storyline, enhanced combat mechanics, and a larger open-world map. Co-op mode is once again at the forefront, letting friends team up to explore, scavenge, and survive against new, more terrifying infected enemies. The Beast promises to be a groundbreaking entry in the series, launching in summer 2025.
Split Fiction
A surprise entry in the co-op genre, Split Fiction combines narrative-driven gameplay with chaotic multiplayer scenarios. Players collaborate to unravel a story split across multiple timelines, with each decision dynamically altering outcomes. This fresh approach to co-op storytelling guarantees endless replayability. Its expected date of release will be 6th March 2025.
Stage Fright
Step into the spotlight with Stage Fright, a quirky co-op game where players become performers in a haunted theater. This unique title mixes rhythm-based gameplay with spooky survival elements, creating a genre blending experience. Solve puzzles, stay on beat, and survive the ghostly horrors in this creative co-op adventure. Its launching date is yet to be announced by makers.
Hyper Light Breaker
A spiritual sequel to Hyper Light Drifter, Hyper Light Breaker turns the series on its head with co-op gameplay and an expansive 3D open world. Players go on a quest to heal the cracked world as they fight enemies with fluid combat, explore unknown landscapes, and uncover the secrets hidden between the breaks in time. The highly stylized art and intuitive gameplay make it one of the most exciting game of this year. It was released on 16th January 2025.
Aloft
Aloft is released on 5th January 2025. For fans of survival games, Aloft offers a unique twist. Set in a floating archipelago, players must cooperate to build and maintain their skyward settlements while battling harsh weather conditions and mythical creatures. Its creative mechanics and soothing aesthetic make it a relaxing yet challenging co-op experience.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
This game is launched on 16th January 2025. Nintendo is pleasing its fans with a new high definition remake of Donkey Kong Country Returns. This game brings updated visuals, modernized gameplay, and an online co-op mode to the classic platforming adventure. This could be perfectly suited for players of all ages to enjoy both nostalgia and new challenges together.
Other Honorable Mentions
Lethal Company
It’s a multiplayer survival horror game that requires players to survive deadly environments and evade deadly traps. The random events of the game ensure that each playthrough will be different.
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Helldivers 2
This is an extension of the cooperative shooter franchise, providing intense action with overhauled gameplay for players defending their home planet.
It Takes Two
The award-winning co-op game will get new DLC content in 2025, so now is a perfect time to play this heartwarming title.
Baldur’s Gate 3
Critically acclaimed RPG adds significant updates and co-op expansions in 2025, with even more to discover for friends to play through together.
2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for co-op gamers, with a mix of sequels, new IPs, and creative innovations. Whether you’re a fan of survival horror, open-world adventures, or narrative-driven experiences, this list has something for everyone. Gear up with your friends and prepare for an unforgettable year of cooperative gaming!
