Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra subscription gives players access to games that cover most needs. The service has lengthy RPGs like Dragon Quest 11 and Skyrim, shorter action games like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and competitive multiplayer titles like Soulcalibur 6 and For Honor. There should be something for just about anyone, and that includes co-op.
Local co-op and split-screen games encourage friends to come together for a night in front of the TV, and the best examples of these releases on PS Plus are mentioned in this article. However, online co-op is also popular, and Sony's subscription service does not neglect this feature. What are the best online co-op games on PS Plus?
Updated June 18, 2024:PS Plus Extra's June 2024 lineup has quite a few online co-op games, including one title that is immediately among the service's best multiplayer options.
Games that only support online co-op will be prioritized since local co-op titles are highlighted in a separate article , but a few exceptions will be included. Also, if a game's "PS Plus Availability" is set to "N/A," that means the title was removed from the service since this article's most recent update.
1 Monster Hunter Rise
Metascore: 87
PS Plus Extra's June 2024 lineup contained a range of online co-op options (two Lego games, Far Cry 4, Anno 1800, and Police Simulator: Patrol Officers), including a headline act that is synonymous with teamwork. Sure, Monster Hunter Rise can be played and enjoyed solo for 100+ hours without much issue; however, the game pushes its co-op element, something that can be said for most entries in Capcom's franchise.
Now, Rise has two types of quests: Village and Hub. The former are single-player only and, in total, last about 10 hours. While a bit too easy for veterans, these quests serve as an introduction for newcomers, teaching them the basic skills they will need to stand a chance in the harder missions. Once someone gets through the Village quests or feels confident in their abilities, they should head to the Hub to try out its many hunts, which are far harder and can be played in co-op.
Rise handles its co-op brilliantly, making it as easy as possible for friends to team up while removing some of the more frustrating elements in Monster Hunter World. Parties can try to synergize their builds to create a well-rounded team; alternatively, they can simply go with their preferred loadout and ignore everything else. As the Hub quests can take quite a long time to complete, co-op makes them easier to digest and arguably more enjoyable.
2 Ghost Of Tsushima: Legends
Metascore: 87
Ghost of Tsushima is a fantastic action-adventure game with a robust single-player campaign. A few months following the base title's debut, Sucker Punch dropped Legends, a co-op side experience deep enough to justify a standalone release. Along with common modes like Survival, Legends also comes with a Story that guides two players through roughly 6 hours of content.
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Legends has four classes: Samurai, Ronin, Assasin, and Hunter. Each one fits an archetype and has a specific role they should be fulfilling in combat scenarios. While some options like the Samurai are viable for solo or two-player runs, classes like the Ronin are designed with support in mind. Legends might just be the best PS Plus online co-op game.
3 Warhammer: Vermintide 2
Metascore: 81
A popular first-person action game, Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is celebrating its five-year anniversary in 2023. Despite its growing age, Fatshark's release is still reasonably active, and it is arguably the best action-oriented Warhammer game of the last decade. Vermintide 2 pits the Heroes of Ubersreik against wave after wave of rat-themed enemies, showering them with loot if they manage to survive.
While the vanilla version only has 13 missions (+4 from free updates), the stages are meant to be repeated endlessly as players upgrade their class and weapons. Vermintide 2's five playable characters are wildly different from each other, ensuring most people find someone who suits their preferences.
4 The Dark Pictures Anthology: House Of Ashes
Metascore: 72
Supermassive's The Dark Pictures is an anthology series that will eventually include 8 games; at the moment, four main entries have been released along with a VR spin-off. While not quite as robust as Supermassive's other horror projects like The Quarry and Until Dawn, The Dark Pictures' chapters are consistently great picks for co-op, especially local. In online co-op, House of Ashes opts for a shared experience where players get to stir the ship for a while before handing over control to their friends.
Although overshadowed by the couch iteration, House of Ashes' online co-op is a valid option in its own right. Limited to two participants, the game automatically picks who will be actively playing the campaign and decides when to switch control. This system might not be to everyone's fancy, but it does provide a unique co-op experience since one player's actions directly impact the full group.
5 Returnal
Metascore: 86
Housemarque knows a thing or two about co-op. Dead Nation, Resogun, and Alienation all make good use of the feature, and they support both local and online connections. The developer's most recent project, Returnal, did not launch with multiplayer, but an online two-player co-op option was added as part of the Ascension update. Thanks to this addition, players can now join forces to take on the game's roguelike challenges, and there is the option to use a public or private server.
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Returnal is challenging, and co-op does not necessarily make the experience easier. However, it does introduce a revive option into the gameplay loop, granting players a second chance. Otherwise, co-op provides essentially the same core experience as solo runs, albeit with two Selenes rather than just one. As the base package is fantastic, the same can be said about Returnal's co-op.
6 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
Metascore: 85
They might not come around as often as they once did, but it is always an exciting day when a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game launches. And, in a nice change of pace from most of the franchise's post-2000s efforts, Shredder's Revenge is also great. Looking to recapture the Turtles' beat 'em up glory days, Tribute Games basically created a game ripped right out of the '90s, albeit with enough modern touches for it to come across as a loving homage rather than just an antiquated throwback. Up to six players can join forces to take on the Foot Clan, and they are free to pick from the Turtles, Master Splinter, April, and Casey Jones. Even at face value, that is a more than solid selection for this type of game, and that is before taking into account each character's unique traits. All the playable figures bring something fresh to the table, so even solo players can enjoy replaying the campaign by switching between the characters.
Gameplay-wise, Shredder's Revenge sticks fairly close to the standard beat 'em up formula. The characters have a limited but satisfying moveset, and the levels pack a considerable punch. The boss fights are quite difficult and require mastery of the combat system's mechanics to overcome. The stages are overflowing with references to TMNT's past, and the nods cover many of the franchise's sides rather than just its gaming history.
7 Dead By Daylight
Metascore: 64
Dead by Daylight is the most famous asymmetrical multiplayer game on the market, and that seems unlikely to change anytime soon. The game pits four survivors against one killer, with many of the available characters being based on popular IPs (although there are several original creations too). While one side of the equation will not be cooperating with anyone, the survivors should try to work together since they are considerably weaker than any of the killers. That said, players are largely left to their own devices, so they can decide themselves whether they wish to prioritize communication or not.
Dead by Daylight is kind of a weird inclusion as it is primarily advertised as an online multiplayer rather than co-op experience, which makes sense since matches are PvP rather than a group of players against AI. Nevertheless, it still works well as a co-op game, and it is among the best and most popular titles on PS Plus.
8 Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
Metascore: 76
Supporting both local and online co-op, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is the latest FPS release in the Borderlands franchise, and the spin-off should be able to scratch the same itch as the mainline entries. The game caters to solo players quite well, offering them an enjoyable campaign set in a world inspired by D&D, all the while Tiny Tina acts as Dungeon Master. While the fantasy aesthetic provides a different feel than the post-apocalyptic sci-fi tone of the numbered games, Wonderlands is still ultimately a Borderlands project at heart, which means endless loot, an aggressive sense of humor, and a decent range of classes with a few build options. The gameplay feels similar to Borderlands 3, albeit with a few tweaks and novelties thrown in for good measure.
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While a single-player run is fun, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands truly comes alive when partaken in co-op, a statement that is true for nearly every game in the franchise. Considering its D&D inspiration, playing with friends is an even better fit for the spin-off than the main entries, even if the game's handling of the feature is not all that different from Borderlands 3. Wonderlands provides a few options so that parties can craft a co-op experience that suits them, including a choice between shared or exclusive loot.
9 Tetris Effect: Connected
Metascore: 93
2018's Tetris Effect gave the ultimate classic video game a contemporary makeover, creating a modern reimagining that stuck true to the original's blueprint while carving out a unique identity all of its own. That version was and still is fantastic, an easy recommendation for players craving a robust puzzle game designed around solo content. In 2020, Tetris Effect: Connected hit the market, an upgrade that – as suggested by its subtitle – focused on multiplayer. Providing a fairly addictive PvP experience, this iteration incorporated a range of modes that complement the gameplay loop. While Tetris is largely associated with single-player content, the franchise is obviously a good match for competitive play, and Connected showcases as much.
As fun as PvP is, Tetris Effect: Connected is specifically named after its online co-op mode. This option allows a few players to share the screen as they work towards completing separate puzzles while taking on an AI opponent. On the surface, this might sound like a basic implementation of co-op that does not add all that much to the core experience; however, Connected has one great twist: the players' puzzles combine to create a single canvas. This development is a treat whenever it triggers during matches, and it creates a cooperative exchange that works wonders.
10 Back 4 Blood
Metascore: 77
Back 4 Blood is a first-person co-op shooter reminiscent of Left 4 Dead. Turtle Rock's project wears its influences on its sleeve, which is hardly a terrible thing considering the market is not flooded with these sorts of titles. Back 4 Blood has solid gameplay and visuals, along with a card-based customization system that permits players to tweak their loadouts.
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The differences between Back 4 Blood's playable survivors are not skin-deep either. Each character has unique traits and default weapons, which encourages teams to craft parties consisting of survivors that bring the best out of each other. Even though it is not a masterpiece and has had a fairly short lifespan for this type of project, Back 4 Blood is more than good enough to keep a group of friends engaged for a few hours.
11 The Crew 2
Metascore: 64
The Crew 2
An April 2024 PlayStation Plus addition, The Crew 2 might not seem like an obvious recommendation at first. For one, Ubisoft's game was not particularly well received at launch, even if it was largely considered to be an improvement over its predecessor. As a sequel, The Crew Motorfest, launched in 2023, the 2018 release is now old news and unlikely to attract all that many new players, especially since it has been steeply discounted over the years. Taking all these things into account, The Crew 2 seems destined to be forgotten, just a name on an expansive list of PS Plus online co-op games; however, as far as open-world racers are concerned, this title is far from bad, especially when played with a few other people.
After all these years, The Crew 2's community has dwindled significantly, which can be a death sentence for an online-driven project like this. Fortunately, the game is at its best when a group of friends make plans to join the same world, an option that is still available today. Along with competing in races, The Crew 2 has quite a few team-based events that emphasize multiplayer. Consequently, co-op is required to experience everything this title has to offer.
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12 Stranger Of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin
Metascore: 72
Team Ninja's Final Fantasy prequel got a mixed reception at reveal and launch, dooming it to become something of a footnote in the franchise's long legacy. Despite only coming out in 2022, the game has been forgotten already, and it is hardly an easy project to recommend since it does not try to scratch the same itch as most Final Fantasy releases. However, if a player is specifically searching for a hack and slash title with a linear campaign and a fairly robust job system, they should find what they are looking for with Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin. Unsurprisingly, the combat is fast-paced, deep, and satisfying; while not quite reaching Ninja Gaiden Black or Nioh 2 levels, it is still high quality. The story is generally entertaining nonsense that the characters take very seriously, which just adds to the amusement.
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A less-advertised feature of Stranger of Paradise is its co-op support, which allows three players to join forces. Outside the tutorial and a couple of missions, most of the campaign can be played in online co-op, with the guest players taking charge of Jack's comrades. Players will need to have reached an appropriate level in their playthroughs (or by playing co-op) to join in, so a beginner cannot jump into a late-game co-op session. Although prioritizing solo runs, Stranger of Paradise implements co-op fairly well, and the feature brings a new dimension to the gameplay. It also makes replaying missions way more fun.
13 Zombie Army 4: Dead War
Metascore: 72
Another zombie shooter akin to something like Left 4 Dead or Back 4 Blood, Zombie Army 4: Dead War is for those people who prefer a third-person perspective. Even though the game does not quite have the same name recognition as either of those projects, it is a respectable entry in the subgenre. As is always the case, four players can join forces to blast their way through fairly self-contained levels filled with a colorful and grotesque assortment of flesh-eaters.
Zombie Army 4 shakes things up by being set after World War 2 and granting a Nazi coat of paint to its armies of the walking dead. This setting is the element that distinguishes the game the most from its peers, and the campaign makes good use of the premise. Zombie Army 4 guides players through an over-the-top and entertaining story that is long enough to feel substantial without overstaying its welcome. Along with a decent selection of weapons, Dead War uses a rewarding perk system that adds some flavor to combat.
14 World War Z
Metascore: 67
Even though PS Plus Extra's World War Z loses points for being just the base game rather than the superior Aftermath upgrade, the third-person shooter is still a decent option for anyone looking to demolish thousands of zombies alongside a few friends. Push comes to shove, Zombie Army 4 is the superior experience since it features a more enjoyable and over-the-top story; nevertheless, Saber Interactive's project is polished, entertaining, and well worth a playthrough if a group of friends are craving a small change of pace for their next play session.
World War Z is one of those releases that is difficult to passionately recommend to solo players, even though it supports the feature. The game is intended to be experienced as part of a team, and a single-player run can become dull quickly. However, multiplayer enhances the gameplay's value, justifying a playthrough. Fans of the World War Z book or movie might also enjoy jumping into the universe, although the game does not have much to do with either property.
15 Darksiders Genesis
Metascore: 77
Darksiders has led such a strange existence. Each entry tackles a different subgenre of action-adventure games, with some even venturing into RPG territory. Darksiders Genesis marks the franchise's biggest departure to date, as the spin-off is a top-down hack and slash akin to something like Victor Vran. The game is also clearly meant to be experienced in co-op since it features two playable Horsemen: Strife and War. Solo players can swap between the two at will, which generally means they pick War when melee combat is the focus and then switch to Strife for ranged damage.
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In local or online co-op, two players take charge of either Strife or War, allowing the powerful Horsemen to rain havoc simultaneously. Although they do not sync up all that much, Darksiders Genesis' characters are both fairly deep and offer a good range of loadout options to keep things interesting throughout the campaign. Since couch co-op utilizes a restrictive split-screen, online multiplayer is the better option in this case.
16 Moving Out 2
Metascore: 80
One of 2023's best co-op games, Moving Out 2 is an addictive co-op party game that takes an annoying real-life venture and makes it aggressively entertaining. On paper, a title that revolves around moving furniture sounds tedious, and Moving Out 2 wisely does not eliminate the act's inherent frustration but instead uses it as fuel for its physics-based shenanigans. Players will need to work together to carefully and safely guide each item from one home to the next, and the routes can get pretty crazy as the campaign progresses.
Moving Out 2 is divided into levels that are extended puzzles, and there is no attempt to adhere to reality. Compared to the original game, which is also on PS Plus Extra, the sequel goes for broke in its settings, opting to throw multidimensional travel into the mix. This decision pays off beautifully and creatively. While solo play is possible, Moving Out 2 is 100% designed for co-op.
17 Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
Metascore: 80
Frozenbyte's Trine is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for co-op-driven action-platformer games. All the franchise's titles are worth seeking out, however, PS Plus subscribers will need to settle for Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince. Despite the number in its title, this entry can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of its predecessors, so newcomers can start here.
Trine 4 follows three heroes (a mage, thief, and knight) as they go on an epic fantasy-laden adventure that tests their might and teamwork. While not devoid of combat, the campaign focuses on puzzles and platforming, with the former requiring creative use of the characters' abilities. In solo runs, players can switch between the characters with the click of a button; in co-op, each user takes charge of one hero. Trine 4 features two modes: Classic and Unlimited. The former ties three players to specific heroes, while the latter allows four users to swap to any character whenever they want.
18 Outriders
Metascore: 73
Ah, Outriders – a game that attracted plenty of hype before its debut but faded into the shadows fairly quickly after launch. Reminiscent of AA projects of old (which can be said for most People Can Fly games), this sci-fi looter shooter is the definition of a mixed bag. The third-person gunplay is explosive, aggressive, and reasonably customizable thanks to solid weapon selection. When focusing solely on combat, Outriders is generally a fun but derivative time; unfortunately, the rest of the game can be a drag. The story has some interesting ideas but does not bring them together in a way that takes full advantage of their potential, resulting in a simultaneously confusing and forgettable plot. Although improving after launch, the endgame is not particularly rewarding and falls into repetition way too quickly.
While still present, those negatives become mostly minor inconveniences when Outriders is played in co-op. Allowing three players to experience the campaign together, the game's class system really shines when teams create builds that complement each other, which is not that difficult to do. The visceral action benefits from the added mayhem afforded by larger firefights, alleviating an entertaining system to even higher heights. Honestly, Outriders is worth a playthrough for solo players craving a decent third-person shooter; however, it is almost a must-play as a PS Plus co-op game.
19 Demon's Souls (2020)
Metascore: 92
FromSoftware's Souls games incorporate a unique form of multiplayer that enables players to visit each other's worlds, and the Demon's Souls remake is no exception. Depending on the item used, players can either invade and engage in PvP or be summoned to provide a helping hand. While the former tends to get more attention, the latter is also a common practice.
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Up to four players can convene to take on the game's plethora of challenging fights, with the helpers being sent back to their universes if they die or take down a boss. It should be noted that while co-op is ongoing, two invaders can also show up to add a PvP twist to the tale, so players should always be on their toes.
Bloodborne is also on PS Plus Extra and supports online co-op. The mechanic generally functions in the same way as in Demon's Souls , although only three players can team up.
20 Tom Clancy's The Division 2
Metascore: 82
The Division 2 builds on its predecessor's solid foundations. The action RPG tries to be both a single-player third-person shooter and a live-service always-online experience, and, for the most part, it does an impressive job.
The main story will keep players engaged for a good 30 hours, and this section can be largely enjoyed solo. Alternatively, most of the campaign can be experienced in co-op, which unlocks after the story's intro is completed. In comparison, the endgame content revolves heavily around PvP and online co-op. Four players can combine to create squads and take on missions, while that number is doubled for raids.