How To Play Spikeball, The Perfect Summertime Game

Now that we’re a few months into summer, it’s the perfect time to get outside and play games with your friends, whether it’s a round of cornhole at the bar, volleyball on the beach, or everyone’s fave: pickleball. (Admit it, you’re obsessed.) The latest to join the roster of options is spikeball — a fun, fast-paced game that you can play in the park, at the beach, or in your backyard.

Spikeball — a game that originated in the 1980s — has made a major comeback. Scroll through TikTok, where the game has over 306 million views, and you’ll find countless action-packed videos of folks playing the trending sport. If you’re not familiar, spikeball (also called roundnet) has a lot in common with volleyball, says Michael Hamlin, NSCA, CSCS, a personal trainer and founder of Everflex Fitness, but there’s a unique twist.

“It’s played with a small, circular net anchored to the ground, leaving a bouncy surface at ankle level,” he tells Bustle. Instead of facing your opponents like you do in volleyball, everyone circles around the net and hits the ball into it. The objective? To spike the ball in a way the other team can’t return. If it rockets past your opponents, you get a point.

While it isn’t the most chill game in the world, that’s what makes it so exciting. Here’s what to know about spikeball, including its many benefits.How To Play Spikeball

To play, get yourself a spikeball net and ball, gather a few friends into teams of two, and have at it. Everyone will stand around the net — which looks a lot like a mini trampoline — and try to keep the game in play. To make the other team miss the ball, try spiking it hard or adding some topspin.

Here, Hamlin breaks down the rules.The serving team starts the game by hitting the ball down onto the net.You hit the ball in such a way that it bounces up towards the receiving team.Once the ball is in play, the receiving team has up to three touches to control and return the ball back onto the net.The ball must bounce off the net to be considered in play.If it bounces outside the net boundary or is caught directly, the opposing team scores a point.After the initial serve, the receiving team becomes the serving team, and the game continues with this rotation.The first team to reach 21 points with a minimum two-point advantage wins the game.The Benefits Of Spikeball

Like cornhole or bocce ball, spikeball is the perfect summertime game because you only need a few pieces of gear to play. It’s super easy to set up, which is a major perk when you want to start a tournament at a picnic site or beach spot. Plus, the game works on sand or grass, as long as it’s flat.

As for fitness benefits, the game requires lots of agility and hand-eye coordination. It can be played in a laidback way for fun — or you can really get into it. The game involves moving around the net, performing quick movements, and potentially diving for the ball. When you’re playing hard, you’ll engage your core, shoulders, arms, and legs for a quick and effective beach workout, says Hamlin. So if you’re looking to combine your exercise sesh with your beach day, spikeball is where it’s at.

Most importantly, though, it’s fun. “One of the best things about spikeball is that it’s accessible and enjoyable for people of almost every fitness level,” Hamlin says. Even if you aren’t a pro, you’ll have a good time chasing after the ball.

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Michael Hamlin, NSCA, CSCS, personal trainer, founder of Everflex Fitness

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The Best Co-op Games To Play In August 2023

Games, sometimes, are best experienced with a friend or two by your side. These games in particular are more than just another way of keeping yourself entertained, and will put your friendships to the test in some cases (It Takes Two, I’m looking at you). Whether your thing is gunning down hordes of monsters, building a beautiful farm together, or simply trying to survive, we’ve delved into some of the best co-op games of all time to convince your pals to explore.

Gaming can be a very solitary activity at times. You boot up Elden Ring, and before you know it, you’ve not spoken to a single person other than Ranni for 10 hours. However, gaming is also one of the best activities for connecting with those close to you, and in some cases, it can make or break a friendship (a few of my own friendships have been very much tried and tested by It Takes Two).

Co-op games are an absolute treasure because of this. Massively multiplayer games can certainly have the same effect, however, there’s something about being able to curl up on the sofa with a buddy and blast through a couch co-op run of Borderlands that makes co-op games privy to hosting much more heart-warming memories than, I hate to say it, my hundreds of hours with Valorant and Dead by Daylight.

That being said, the criteria for this list is simple: it must be a game that is co-op focused or has a solid co-op campaign. I’m going to be excluding games that are massively multiplayer, and those that include PvE and PvP multiplayer elements. This list consists of titles that encourage co-operation only!Stardew ValleyReleased: 2016Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android Multiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Stardew Valley is the farming simulator with a charming tale to tell, coming from one-man powerhouse, Eric Barone (AKA ConcernedApe). It’s so much more than a pixelated RPG that lets you harvest crops and name your animals, though, and will have you restoring life to the entire town one step at a time.

This, however, can be daunting. There’s a lot of grinding involved in Stardew Valley, which often sees players sinking hundreds of hours into perfecting their farms. This workload can be lessened, however, by bringing a friend on board for co-op.

 Tend to your crops and animals together in Stardew Valley.

I love playing Stardew Valley co-operatively, a lot more than playing solo, anyhow. Stardew Valley isn’t a game you’ll tire of quickly, but when you find yourself endeared by it, you’ll often wish you were sharing your farm with someone else.

In co-op, each of you can choose to do whatever you want across the town, together or apart. As long as you both retreat to bed at the same time each day, you can live out the fantasy farming experience however you want, but with some helpful company to hand.It Takes TwoReleased: 2021Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/SMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

A list of the best co-op games of all time obviously is incomplete without It Takes Two appearing somewhere on it. Hazelight are no strangers to creating puzzling co-op games that are heaps of fun, however, It Takes Two is almost certainly the best one they’ve made so far.

 Cody and May are two loveable characters that you get to control in It Takes Two.

Stepping into the tiny, doll-sized bodies of a bickering couple on the brink of a divorce, you and your friend must work your way through a range of platforming puzzles and return to normal human beings again. However, The Book of Love isn’t going to make it easy, and it’s pretty important that May and Cody must work out their differences as they go on this adventure together.

More than just another co-op game, It Takes Two features an incredibly touching story too, making it one game that I see constantly recommended for couples. Don’t worry, you can also play this with a buddy without fear of falling in love with them, but if you don’t work together, this one very well could break your friendship. For a few hours, maximum, until you want to play again.Borderlands seriesReleased: 2009Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo SwitchMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Again, a list regarding co-op games would not be complete without the ultimate couch co-op experience that is the Borderlands series. All the main line games can be played in co-op from start to finish, and in some cases, it’s encouraged.

The Borderlands games are shoot-and-loot titles that move at an incredibly fast pace, and thus, act as great fun for when you and some pals simply want to sit around the TV and plug in a controller. Borderlands 3 is arguably the best title for the co-op experience, as there is a bit more on offer than the original title in terms of co-op features. For example, loot drops are instanced, so everyone in your squad will be privy to their own drops.

 The Borderlands games are some of the best for FPS couch co-op.

What I also love about these games is just how easy it is to pick up a couple of controllers and get going. You don’t have to start the story over every time you invite a new friend to play, as a level-syncing system will allow anyone to join any save. This means that a newbie to Borderlands can jump into the save of a Borderlands’ veteran, and with their levels synced, they can still have one hell of a good time fighting off hordes.Left 4 Dead 2Released: 2009Platforms: PC, Xbox 360Multiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

It would’ve been nice to be speaking about Back 4 Blood right now, rather than Turtle Rock’s venture from 12 years prior, but Back 4 Blood was less than impressive. If you and your pals want to experience bashing the brains of zombies out, while panicking the entire time, Left 4 Dead 2 will give you that.

 Who doesn’t love gunning down hordes in Left 4 Dead 2 from time to time?

In Left 4 Dead 2, the focus isn’t just on keeping yourself alive, but keeping the rest of the gang alive too. One moment you’re looting or running around with the healing gnome having the time of your life, and the next you’re flocking to your screaming teammate who has a Hunter hot on their tail. The chaos never ends, especially as you progress through the various levels.

Over a decade later, you might think L4D2 has lost its charm, but if anything, the opposite has happened. Especially in light of how Back 4 Blood’s issues at launch, there are plenty of people still playing L4D2 to this day, and I can guarantee some of your pals wouldn’t mind jumping back in to hack and slash away at some zombies together.Deep Rock GalacticReleased: 2018Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox OneMultiplayer: Online Co-op

As a group of mining dwarves in space, each with their own abilities bespoke to your class, your job in Deep Rock Galactic is to mine for resources, kill off creatures, and complete various missions. This title doesn’t ever feel like it’s taking itself too seriously, and can prove to be a lot of fun for yourself and up to three others.

 Dwarves in space. That’s all you need to know about Deep Rock Galactic in order to play it.

As you adventure through various procedurally generated caves and often struggle to find your way back out of them again, Deep Rock Galactic will often require a bit of planning and strategising if you want to make it to your trusty escape pod. That being said, another part of the co-op fun is also to be had in your failures.

Simply put, whether you win or lose against the alien hordes of Deep Rock Galactic, there’s plenty of fun to be had with your friends throughout the endless web of cave systems.CupheadReleased: 2017Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox OneMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Cuphead is a notoriously difficult platforming game that pays homage to the 1930s through both its style and sound. Whether you pick this one up with the intentions of playing solo or co-op, you’re guaranteed a devilishly chaotic time.

Invite a friend to play, and Cuphead is accompanied by Mugman. I’m not sure playing co-op makes this game any easier, but it does make it a lot more fun. As you navigate the overworld, hopping between levels that all have their own distinct bosses – some charming, and some deeply unsettling – yourself and your friend will still need to work together to actually get anything done.

 Cuphead is full of vibrant bosses, including Sally Stageplay.

It’s super easy to make a mistake in Cuphead, and before you know it, one of you is slowly making their way to the afterlife. The beauty of co-op in Cuphead, however, is that your companion can parry you back to life, giving you both another chance at victory. Or they can leave you to die, it’s one way of finding out who your friends are!

We also have Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course DLC arriving on June 30, 2022.Castle CrashersReleased: 2008Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox OneMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Castle Crashers is a four player co-op adventure that’ll have you and your pals quite literally hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. The 2D beat ‘em up initially arrived on Xbox 360 back in 2008, and served countless hours of fun for players looking to waste a few hours fighting alongside friends.

 Castle Crashers really throws you back to the Xbox 360 era.

Incredibly colourful, you and your friends are four knights who must stop one dark wizard from causing havoc across this medieval universe. This means that as you go through levels of hacking and slashing away at enemies, your job will be to rescue the mystical crystal and multiple princesses that this wizard has taken captive.

Through taking on levels and collecting coins, you can get new items and weapons to liven up the adventure even further, and in combination with your mates’ skills, you can have some epic fighting fun. If a simple, 2D beat ‘em up that hails back to the Xbox 360 days and is intertwined with various RPG elements sounds like your thing, rally the troops and play Castle Crashers.Dead Space 3Released: 2013Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360Multiplayer: Online Co-op

Dead Space 3 is a questionable contender on this list, given that the game itself isn’t all that great. That being said, I think it deserves a mention because of what it tried to do, and because if you want some action-heavy fun with a friend in space, this one will be great for you.

 I know it’s not the best Dead Space game, but it is the best for co-op play.

As you navigate Dead Space 3 solo, you’ll often a see another soldier in the distance doing their own thing. You can’t interact with them, but they’re there. Meanwhile, if you join up with a friend for co-op, that soldier suddenly has a lot more life as you or your friend take their position. Dead Space 3 also intended to fuck with players in co-op a little, and have them questioning their sanity. Those playing as John Carver will likely see a few things in their environment that Isaac can’t, leading to some interesting conversations between you and your friend.

If you’ve a few quid to spare and want to bash some brains in Dead Space style, picking up Dead Space 3 with a friend is worth it. Additionally, perhaps one of the better things about Dead Space 3 is that co-op progression is carried into the saves of both players, not just the hosting player.Don’t Starve TogetherReleased: 2016Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox OneMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Don’t Starve is an unsettling survival game from Klei Entertainment that can also feel surprisingly charming at times, when you’re not eating your friends whom mainly consist of pigs. In a randomly generated map, you are Wilson, a scientist trapped in this whimsical world of wilderness by an evil demon. You must craft and explore to survive, and paired with a friend, the game has even more fun features to explore.

 Don’t Starve Together is equal parts charming and unnerving.

Firstly, when you pair up with a pal or three in Don’t Starve Together, you have two choices. You can choose to spawn together and enjoy infinite lives, or if you fancy more of a challenge, you can each be spawned across the map with limited lives. If I’m being honest, though, the latter is more fun because there’s a surprising amount of trouble to be caused in death. If you or one of your pals finds themselves trapped in the afterlife, it isn’t game over. Dead players can hang out as ghosts, lowering your sanity as they taunt you.

That being said, if you find that you’ve had enough of your friends attempting to put you at even more of a detriment in this cruel but beautifully illustrated world, you’re in luck. Dead players can also be brought back to life in exchange for a portion of your health. If you fancy a co-op survival title that is simultaneously endearing and unnerving, try staying alive in Don’t Starve Together.PhasmophobiaReleased: 2020Platforms: PCMultiplayer: Online Co-op

Phasmophobia is for the fans of being scared senseless. Team up with up to three of your friends to form the dream ghost-hunting gang in this paranormal indie from Kinetic Games. Phasmophobia has always been a popular pick amongst streamers, and with good reason, it’s one of the most entertaining co-op games out there.

 Phasmophobia is the best co-op game for scares and screams.

Taking on the role of a paranormal investigator, your task is to explore haunted properties with pals and identify what type of ghost is wreaking havoc across the building. From typical family homes, to a prison, to a campsite with eerie resemblances to camp slasher, Friday the 13th, there’s a lot to explore and a lot to love about this title.

Whether you’re playing with friends or simply watching others, Phasmophobia is the game that keeps on giving despite having a simple premise: find out what ghost you’re dealing with. Even after hours of experience ghost hunting, the jump scares still come at you unexpectedly, and if you die, well, at least you get to throw things at your remaining teammates.

If you’re looking for co-op scares, and would rather be subjected to the inhumane experiments of a government corporation instead of ghosts, it’s also worth checking out The Outlast Trials.Portal 2Released: 2011Platforms: PC, Nintendo SwitchMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Portal 2 will see you jumping between test chambers and piecing together puzzles as you progress with the story and enjoy how surprisingly funny it all is, but did you know that there’s a dedicated story for co-op players to mess around with, too?

 Look at how adorable ATLAS and P-body are!

With a bit of a jump up in difficulty from the original campaign, I recommend picking this up after having spent some time playing Portal 2 solo, or believe me, you’re going to get lost amongst the portals. Both you and your friend get to each control an adorable robot and must work together to navigate the various nightmarish test chambers that Portal 2 regularly presents you with.

Communication becomes incredibly important when playing Portal 2 co-operatively. You can try to wing it, but these puzzles need you and your friend to figure things out together, and it feels incredibly rewarding. Failing that, you can also purposefully lead your friend to their death, which is always somewhat fun.Overcooked!Released: 2016Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo SwitchMultiplayer: Local Co-op

Overcooked! Is one of those games that is simultaneously frustrating and fun. You’ll probably look back on the game and think ‘wow, I love Overcooked!’ and then as soon as you and friends are thrown into it, you feel stressed like never before. The stress doesn’t come without its due rewards, though, and that’s the satisfaction of finally getting to the end of one of these chaotic kitchen nightmares.

 If you think being a chef could be good fun, try it for yourself with friends in Overcooked!

Overcooked! And Overcooked! 2 will task you and up to three friends of running a restaurant together, which seems like a great idea at first, until you realise just how hard it can be to deliver difficult dishes on time together. When things are going well, too, don’t ever think that you’re safe and you’ve all finally gotten the hang of things; Overcooked! Is great at throwing a spanner in the works for your restaurant, leading to entirely new challenges to overcome co-operatively.

This cooking game will certainly test the patience of you and your friends, but if you fancy putting your chef skills to the test, make a point of diving into Overcooked!Human Fall FlatReleased: 2016Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, AndroidMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Human Fall Flat is a hilariously clumsy platformer that can be played solo, with one other via local co-op, or with up to eight of your friends using online co-op. This particular platformer is all about physics, as you and your blob friends must all (very clumsily, might I add) navigate each level using the structures and items given to you as well as your own body.

 Everyone in Human Fall Flat is incredibly clumsy, and that’s half the fun.

Getting from A to B in Human Fall Flat is the whole challenge, and some tasks can’t be completed alone. You and your wobbly friends must work together, and sometimes apart, to navigate each level. What is perhaps so great about Human Fall Flat is that every puzzle can be solve in a myriad of ways. The game has just twenty levels, so with multiple solutions or ways of getting past each level, you’ll be able to team up with friends time and time again to experiment with what you could’ve done differently.

What I’ve described as highlight for many of these games is the fact that you can turn your back on your friends and send them to their deaths if you so wish. Human Fall Flat is no different. One moment, you and your friend can be woddling around together being super cute, and the next moment, you can quite literally throw them. Hopefully, with any luck, the game might even support Steam Workshop one day, and then the twenty levels will very quickly become hundreds. Here’s to hoping!Donkey Kong: Tropical FreezeReleased: 2014Platforms: Nintendo SwitchMultiplayer: Local Co-op

Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze hails back to 2014, but it’s arguably stood the test of time. Ported to Nintendo Switch in 2018, the game follows on from 2010 predecessor, Donkey Kong Country Returns. Throughout the game, you’ll take part in typical side-scrolling platforming gameplay that you’d expect from a Donkey Kong title, but you can play this one with your friends right now (if you own a Switch).

 In need of a Donkey Kong fix?

You will primarily take control of Donkey Kong, and will have a companion alongside you to assist with each level. However, this companion can have their role fulfilled by one of your friends at any point, and they’ll be able to pick between Diddy Kong, Dixie Kong, and Cranky Kong to play as.

The game doesn’t ever fray away from it’s traditional premise: you must reclaim Donkey Kong Island after some bad guys have set up camp there. Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze is one of the best co-op for games for players wanting to experience Nintendo quality and charm, with some hilarious monkey mayhem involved.New Super Mario Bros.Released: 2006 (although the original Mario Bros. Released in 1983!)Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo DSMultiplayer: Local Co-op

New Super Mario Bros. Is another title for those wanting to experience Nintendo charm during their co-op play, and I also happened to get really passionate about the Nintendo DS version of the title during one episode of our VG247 Best Games podcast.

This title is likely one that most of us are familiar with, but in case you aren’t, Mario needs to save Princess Peach again. That’s basically it. Mario, paired up with Luigi in co-op, must navigate multiple different worlds and complete an abundance of levels to get one step closer to Bowser’s castle.

 New Super Mario Bros. Can keep you entertained for hours.

New Super Mario Bros. Is not the most challenging of co-op games (unless one of you has no idea what you’re doing) but if you’re a fan of the plumbing brothers and fancy some simple platforming fun with a pal, this is the one.

While you can pick up New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe for Nintendo Switch and play that way, I recommend picking up the Nintendo DS version if you can. The NDS version offers a little less in terms of the base game, but it does host 26 multiplayer mini games that you and multiple friends can dive into if the platforming becomes too much, and they’re each amazing.Lovers in a Dangerous SpacetimeReleased: 2015Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PCMultiplayer: Local Co-op

Suggested by one of our commenters, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime is the co-op space shooter from Asteroid Base. This imaginative title puts you and up to three others in charge of piloting a spaceship via multiple stations that each control different elements of the ship.

As you can probably imagine, this can get hectic, fast. Each player will take on a character, and then have to constantly navigate between the ship’s different stations to balance it, prevent damage, and attack vibrant enemies.

Born out of a three-day game jam, this indie takes inspiration for its colourful aesthetic from the likes of Katamari Damacy, and Sailor Moon, so you know that you’re in for a fun time.Goat Simulator 3Released: 2022Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/SMultiplayer: Online and Local Co-op

Goat Simulator 3 is one hell of a ride, that’s for sure. It’s also ten times better than its predecessor, Goat Simulator. Whatever thoughts you have about the original game, throw them to the curb, because Goat Simulator 3 evolves in even wackier ways.

 Here’s my Pilgor, adorned with a sushi tray on his back and an upset NPC staring down on him.

You start out as Pilgor the Goat, scooting around on your arse, and causing plenty of havoc across San Angora while you’re at it. You can go about completing quests, earning cosmetics, and exploring everything that this world has to offer both solo and in online or local co-op. On top of the main game, however, there are seven multiplayer minigames on offer.

You and friends can try your best at Hoofball, Prop Hunt, Car Derby, and more. Everywhere you look in Goat Simulator 3, there’s something fun to do. So much so that I might’ve finished the main-game in one sitting…Killing Floor 2Released: 2016Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox OneMultiplayer: Online Co-op

Killing Floor 2 comes from the same vein as Left 4 Dead 2, and in my opinion, is actually the better game to play in 2023. Online lobbies fill up quickly, controls are relatively optimised, and there’s an array of builds with accompanying weapons to experiment with. Let’s not forget that gunplay in Killing Floor 2 also feels fantastic.

There’s not much to worry about in terms of story. Simply grab some friends and queue into a game; pick your build, your arsenal of weapons and grenades, and then off you pop. You’ll take on horde after horde of grotesque enemies (zombies, robots, and more), defend areas, and ultimately, battle it out as a team against some rather annoying, but fun, bosses. This is one of the best co-op shooters to grab during a Steam sale, too.Other Honourable Mentions

Other honourable mentions are owed to the following: Young Souls, Nioh, Moving Out, A Way Out, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Gears of War, Risk of Rain 2, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Payday 2, Resident Evil 5 and 6, Army of Two, Killing Floor 2, Snipperclips, Sonic Mania, Towerfall Ascension, Dying Light, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime, Guacamelee!, Spelunky, Sid Meier’s Civilisation 5, Minecraft, Destiny 2, A Way Out and many more.

UPDATE [August 1, 2022]: I’ve gone ahead and added some of the great suggestions from commenters and beyond into our honourable mentions, and have updated the main list, in the hopes that those reading this end up with a huge pool of co-op games to try. Please do keep suggestions coming if you have them!

That’s all for some of the best co-op games of all time, but we’d love to hear what you think the best ones of all time are. Be sure to let us know! In the meantime, check out our compilation of the best video game soundtracks of all time, as well as the best Xbox Game Pass offerings to jump into.

The Best Multiplayer Switch Games To Play With Your Friends

Multiplayer Switch games are the best way to stay connected and have fun with your friends from a distance. Or if you need something to spend time with your family at home. No matter how you connect, playing with others is a great way to get even more out of your Nintendo Switch console. Here are our picks for the best multiplayer Switch games currently available.

Note: You will need an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription to play these games online, but many also support local multiplayer.The best multiplayer Switch gamesSuper Mario Party

If there’s any genuinely iconic multiplayer Nintendo game, it’s Super Mario Party. The latest entry is a board-style game with a ton of unique twists. Each character has its unique Dice Blocks. So there’s a lot of strategy behind choosing a specific character to play as.

While you’re trying to collect stars and coins to win the game, there are also fun mini-games to keep it interesting. There are also different maps to choose from, so the game never feels stale.

You can even play in Online Mariothon mode with other online players. There are five mini-games you can compete in with other players. You receive rewards when playing in this mode. Learn more at the link below.

You should also take a look at the newer Mario Party Superstars title. This game didn’t get its own section because it’s not an original game. Instead, it’s a recollection of 100 mini-games and five game boards coming from titles as old as the first Mario Party for Nintendo 64. These all get HD upgrades and full online multiplayer compatibility.Minecraft

Minecraft continues to be a builder’s dream, and the pixelated game is still as fun as it was when it first launched. Of course, the only limit is your imagination. Of course, one of the best parts of Minecraft is that it’s made to be shared with others.

You can play with up to eight players, whether you do so online or through your local network. Additionally, you can even play with four players on a single system. It’s also fully cross-platform, so you can play with your friends on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and mobile.Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

I can’t say enough good things about this game. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a brilliant game, whether playing alone, with friends, or online. There are 42 Nintendo characters to choose from, the largest number of characters ever offered in a Mario Kart game.

There are tons of tracks to play on. Plus, a lot of the tracks are remastered from previous Nintendo consoles. The game will tell you when you play on a track that was originally on Nintendo 64, the Wii, etc. I thought that was a nifty feature.

You can customize the game to your liking in so many different ways. You can choose a casual 50cc race or kick it up to a speedy 200cc race. There are so many different vehicles, wheels, and gliders to choose from, depending on how you like to play.

If you own a Nintendo Switch, this is definitely a multiplayer game you should have in your library.Moving Out

Moving Out is hands down one of my favorite multiplayer Nintendo Switch games. It is described as a physics-based moving simulator. You are given a specific number of items in each house, which you have to move onto a moving truck.

Then, there are also specific challenges, like not breaking any windows or bringing plastic flamingos to someone’s lawn. The challenges add longevity to the game because you have something to work towards when you replay a level.

If you play by yourself, all the items will only need one person to move them. If you play with one other person, the bigger things, like the bed, the fridge, and the couches, require two people to move them. That means you have to coordinate your movements with another person. It gets hilarious quickly. I haven’t played with three or four people yet, but I imagine it would be even funnier to try to get all four people to move those larger items.Overcooked 2

Overcooked 2 can be played in either local or online multiplayer modes. While the game’s premise may seem simple, it can get pretty intense and hilarious. You discover new recipes, put out fires, assemble foods, and more. Plus, there are multiple kitchens to play in and shake things up.

You can either work together with other players or compete against them. This is a great multiplayer Switch game for families; it’s rated E and is full of wholesome fun.Super Smash Bros Ultimate

This is another classic from Nintendo. 74 players come with the game, more if you buy DLCs. You can choose from over 100 stages to fight in or use the Stage Morph option to automatically transform from one stage into another.

Plus, there are so many different game modes to choose from, it would take a long time for the game to get old. You can play in Training Mode when you start. Then, there is Smash mode (play with up to 8 players), Squad Strike mode (play 3v3 or 5v5 against an opponent, one character at a time), or even Tourney mode (32-player customizable tournament).Pikmin 3 Deluxe

Up to two players can play together in Pikmin 3 Deluxe. In this game, it’s your job to defeat enemies and find food to take back to your starving home planet. There are a ton of great story missions and side missions to experience.

Each Pikmin has different abilities too. For example, the blue Pikmin can breathe underwater, the winged Pikmin can fly, and the yellow Pikmin is immune to electric shock. It’s fun to go through the game and strategically use all of the Pikmin to get through the level as fast and intelligent as possible.

Pikmin 4 is a more recent entry in the series, but the multiplayer elements are much more limited. Pikmin 3 Deluxe is unique in that you can play through the entire story with two players, so we think it’s a better pick for couch co-op.Among Us

Among Us has become a fan favorite, and it’s easy to see why. This game is super inexpensive to play on PC and Switch and free to play on mobile devices. If you purchase the game for your Nintendo Switch, you can play with friends playing on their PC or mobile device.

If you haven’t heard of this game yet, the premise is really basic. You’re on a spaceship with 3 to 10 other players and have to do tasks to ready your ship for departure. One or two of the players on your spaceship are impostors who are trying to kill everyone before the ship leaves.

This game is insanely fun and may start many heated arguments with your friends or family, but it’s worth it.

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