Best Local Multiplayer games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated local multiplayer games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free local multiplayer games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...
Most played local multiplayer games on Steam
Take a look at the top local multiplayer games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 20th 2025.
1. DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO takes the legendary gameplay of the Budokai Tenkaichi series and raises it to whole new levels. Make yours the destructive power of the strongest fighters ever to appear in Dragon Ball! DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is a anime, action and multiplayer game developed by Spike Chunsoft Co. and Ltd. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on October 10th 2024 has received 64,164 reviews of which 57,741 were positive and 6,423 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played local multiplayer game, thanks to its 1,248 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.9
57,741
6,423
1,248
players
2. ROUNDS
Rounds is a 1v1 rogue-lite shooter where each round gets more intense. The losing player of each round unlocks clever upgrades to create a better build to counter their opponent. ROUNDS is a multiplayer, fighting and local multiplayer game developed by and published by landfall. Released on April 01st 2021 has received 35,649 reviews of which 33,920 were positive and 1,729 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 791 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among local multiplayer games based on player count.
9.3
33,920
1,729
791
players
3. SpeedRunners
Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play. SpeedRunners is a multiplayer, racing and local multiplayer game developed by DoubleDutch Games and published by tinyBuild. Released on April 19th 2016 has received 36,622 reviews of which 34,408 were positive and 2,214 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 510 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among local multiplayer games based on player count.
9.2
34,408
2,214
510
players
4. Stick Fight: The Game
Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet. Stick Fight: The Game is a multiplayer, funny and fighting game developed by Landfall West and published by landfall. Released on September 28th 2017 has received 122,304 reviews of which 114,410 were positive and 7,894 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 477 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
9.2
114,410
7,894
477
players
5. The Jackbox Party Pack 3
The threequel to the party game phenomenon features the deadly quiz show Trivia Murder Party, the say-anything sequel Quiplash 2, the surprising survey game Guesspionage, the t-shirt slugfest Tee K.O., and the sneaky trickster game Fakin’ It. The Jackbox Party Pack 3 is a local multiplayer, trivia and multiplayer game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on October 17th 2016 has received 6,263 reviews of which 6,065 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 370 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
9.4
6,065
198
370
players
6. Injustice™ 2
Build and power up the ultimate version of your favourite DC legends in INJUSTICE 2. This is your Legend. Your Journey. Your Injustice. Injustice™ 2 is a fighting, action and superhero game developed by NetherRealm Studios and QLOC and published by WB Games. Released on November 30th 2017 has received 22,202 reviews of which 19,165 were positive and 3,037 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 327 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
8.5
19,165
3,037
327
players
7. Songs of Conquest
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management. Songs of Conquest is a local multiplayer, turn-based tactics and 4x game developed by Lavapotion and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on May 20th 2024 has received 11,436 reviews of which 9,903 were positive and 1,533 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 271 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
8.4
9,903
1,533
271
players
8. Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
Find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb. Your friends have the manual to defuse it, but they can't see the bomb, so you're going to have to talk it out – fast! Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes is a co-op, local multiplayer and puzzle game developed and published by Steel Crate Games. Released on October 08th 2015 has received 15,578 reviews of which 15,184 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 228 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
9.5
15,184
394
228
players
9. Ultra Street Fighter® IV
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV. Ultra Street Fighter® IV is a fighting, arcade and competitive game developed and published by Capcom. Released on August 07th 2014 has received 15,563 reviews of which 14,028 were positive and 1,535 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 225 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
8.8
14,028
1,535
225
players
10. Duck Game
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink. Duck Game is a multiplayer, funny and local multiplayer game developed by Landon Podbielski and published by CORPTRON GAMES CORP.. Released on June 04th 2015 has received 38,390 reviews of which 37,086 were positive and 1,304 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 211 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played local multiplayer games.
9.5
37,086
1,304
211
players
Best deals on local multiplayer games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of local multiplayer games available on Steam right now, updated on April 20th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted local multiplayer games.
1. PGA TOUR 2K21
Play against the pros. Play with your crew. In PGA TOUR 2K21, you can play by the rules or create your own featuring a new PGA TOUR Career Mode, licensed courses and more! Powered by The Golf Club. PGA TOUR 2K21 is a sports, simulation and local multiplayer game developed by HB Studios Multimedia Ltd. and published by 2K. Released on August 20th 2020 has received 7,605 reviews of which 6,374 were positive and 1,231 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for local multiplayer category.
8.2
6,374
1,231
-95%
63.40€
3.17€
2. TowerFall Ascension
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce. TowerFall Ascension is a local multiplayer, indie and 2d fighter game developed by Maddy Makes Games Inc., Extremely OK Games and Ltd. and published by Maddy Makes Games Inc.. Released on March 11th 2014 has received 3,399 reviews of which 3,226 were positive and 173 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in local multiplayer games.
9.1
3,226
173
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
3. Shift Happens
Shift Happens is a cooperative platformer for two. You and a friend shift your mass, throw each other and puzzle your way through four stages of stylized imaginary worlds. Including the occasional backstabbing and taunting. Play with a friend on a couch, online or even special singleplayer levels. Shift Happens is a co-op, online co-op and local co-op game developed by Klonk Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on February 22nd 2017 has received 3,969 reviews of which 3,140 were positive and 829 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in local multiplayer games.
7.7
3,140
829
-93%
14.71€
1.03€
4. Fibbage XL
NOTE: This game first appeared in The Jackbox Party Pack. It’s Fibbage XL – The Hilarious Bluffing Party Game in standalone form! Fool your friends with your lies, avoid theirs, and find the (usually outrageous) truth. “The mayor of Rabbit Hash, Kentucky is a ____.” Baby? Rabbit? Ham sandwich? Go! Fibbage XL is a strategy, casual and indie game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on March 24th 2016 has received 316 reviews of which 299 were positive and 17 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
8.7
299
17
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
5. Injustice™ 2
Build and power up the ultimate version of your favourite DC legends in INJUSTICE 2. This is your Legend. Your Journey. Your Injustice. Injustice™ 2 is a fighting, action and superhero game developed by NetherRealm Studios and QLOC and published by WB Games. Released on November 30th 2017 has received 22,202 reviews of which 19,165 were positive and 3,037 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
8.5
19,165
3,037
-90%
49.99€
4.99€
6. Worms Reloaded
Ten years on from Worms™ Armageddon and the turn-based comic mayhem continues in Worms™ Reloaded, an all-new edition available for PC through Steam. Worms Reloaded is a strategy, 2d and turn-based game developed and published by Team17 Digital Ltd. Released on August 26th 2010 has received 4,852 reviews of which 4,218 were positive and 634 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
8.4
4,218
634
-90%
20.00€
2.00€
7. Bang Bang Racing
Be one step ahead of your competitors, finding shortcuts, repairing your car in the pit lane, and dominating your opponents from the top-down view. Bang Bang Racing is a racing, arcade and local multiplayer game developed by Digital Reality Software & Playbox and published by HandyGames. Released on June 08th 2012 has received 630 reviews of which 518 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
7.8
518
112
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
8. Drawful 2
For 3-8 players and an audience of thousands! Your phones or tablets are your controllers! The game of terrible drawings and hilariously wrong answers. Drawful 2 is a local multiplayer, party and multiplayer game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on June 20th 2016 has received 3,998 reviews of which 2,965 were positive and 1,033 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
7.2
2,965
1,033
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
9. Sword of the Necromancer
Help Tama to save Koko using the powers of the forbidden Sword of the Necromancer. Turn your foes into allies and reach the depths of the Necromancer's dungeon. Defeat the guardians to gain enough soul power to bring Koko back from the dead, no matter the cost. Sword of the Necromancer is a rogue-lite, action rpg and local multiplayer game developed by Grimorio of Games and published by Grimorio of Games and JanduSoft. Released on January 28th 2021 has received 350 reviews of which 236 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
6.4
236
114
-90%
15.70€
1.57€
10. Worms Crazy Golf
Worms™ Crazy Golf is a hilarious mixture of the explosive action of Worms™ and the puzzle-based challenges of crazy golf! All of the trademark Worms™ humour, comic violence, and cartoon visuals are present, combined with addictive yet accessible golf gameplay. Worms Crazy Golf is a sports, strategy and golf game developed and published by Team17 Digital Ltd. Released on October 19th 2011 has received 726 reviews of which 584 were positive and 142 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for local multiplayer games.
7.6
584
142
-89%
10.27€
1.13€
Free local multiplayer games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play local multiplayer games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 20th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play local multiplayer games.
1. Crashphalt
Pound your way to victory in this 4-player competitive platformer. Create massive shockwaves in the terrain to bounce your enemies off the stage while trying to avoid being sent flying yourself. Crashphalt is a indie, platformer and local multiplayer game developed and published by Cold Pressed Games. Released on October 11th 2018 has received 364 reviews of which 343 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.7
343
21
47
players
2. Maximum Football
Lead your team to victory in Maximum Football, the fully customizable, free-to-play football simulation game. Build and design your team your way, recruit your roster, and call the plays to dominate the gridiron with precise, realistic gameplay in the ultimate football universe. Maximum Football is a sports, free to play and simulation game developed and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on November 07th 2024 has received 882 reviews of which 600 were positive and 282 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
6.6
600
282
46
players
3. Bacon May Die
Chaotic bacon-flavored beat'em up with plenty of enemies to smash around Bacon May Die is a free to play, action and indie game developed and published by SnoutUp. Released on April 15th 2021 has received 860 reviews of which 813 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.9
813
47
4
players
4. Oh...Sir! Prototype
A Ridiculous local 1v1muliplayer Insult Simulator for two! Oh...Sir! Prototype is a indie, local multiplayer and free to play game developed by Vile Monarch and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on December 21st 2015 has received 840 reviews of which 762 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.5
762
78
2
players
5. Bomb Bots Arena
Send your Bomb Bots into online arenas or blast your friends off the couch locally in Bomb Bots Arena! Bomb Bots Arena is a pure multiplayer experience with every element of the game tailored to please competitive and casual gamers alike. Bomb Bots Arena is a pvp, multiplayer and local multiplayer game developed and published by Tiny Roar. Released on June 01st 2020 has received 647 reviews of which 546 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.0
546
101
2
players
6. Drunken Wrestlers
Minimalistic ragdoll fighting game created in 7 days. Only play this game if you're curious where Drunken Wrestlers 2 came from, or feeling nostalgic. Drunken Wrestlers is a free to play, local multiplayer and simulation game developed by Oleg Skutte and published by . Released on January 10th 2020 has received 597 reviews of which 556 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.7
556
41
1
players
7. Graphwar
Graphwar is an artillery game in which you must hit your enemies using mathematical functions. The trajectory of your shot is determined by the function you wrote, and your goal is to avoid the obstacles and your teammates and hit your enemies. The game takes place in a Cartesian Plane. Graphwar is a education, casual and multiplayer game developed and published by Catacorp. Released on February 23rd 2022 has received 478 reviews of which 436 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.5
436
42
8. Totemori
Totemori is a free-to-play local-multiplayer brawler where you build towers while trying to topple everyone else’s! Totemori is a free to play, casual and indie game developed by Schrolab and published by Mito Studio. Released on February 10th 2017 has received 324 reviews of which 282 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
8.1
282
42
9. Fruit Postal Service
Fruit Postal Service is a package-delivery, battle-racing game where you play as members of the Fruit Postal Service: Walter Melon, Bandana-nana, Jack Apple, and more! Use your unique fruity abilities to deliver the most fruit to your customers and become employee of the month! Fruit Postal Service is a free to play, racing and casual game developed by Fruit Postal Service and published by Green Door Labs. Released on June 28th 2019 has received 1,368 reviews of which 1,018 were positive and 350 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
7.2
1,018
350
10. AfterHours
Experience psychological horror in a large abandoned hospital. Hide, explore and survive from a mysterious creature living in the ruins of this hospital. AfterHours is a horror, free to play and adventure game developed and published by Runway Studios. Released on February 18th 2022 has received 573 reviews of which 411 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free local multiplayer games on Steam.
6.9
411
162