Xbox Game Pass continues to be a treasure trove for gamers, and a recent spotlight shines on its robust collection of split-screen and local multiplayer titles, perfect for gathering friends on the couch. From tactical RPGs to high-octane racers, there’s plenty to keep multiple players engaged.
What changed most: The biggest impact comes from the growing number of local co-op and competitive games being highlighted across all Game Pass tiers, including the significant addition of Ubisoft+ Classics for Ultimate subscribers, expanding the library with numerous party game options.
- Platforms: Xbox Consoles (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One), PC, Cloud Gaming
- Release: Ongoing additions to the Game Pass library. For The King II joined Game Pass on .
- Price: Requires Xbox Game Pass subscription (Essential, Premium, or Ultimate tiers). Specific game pricing not provided, but Game Pass plans start at $9.99/month.
- Developer: Various (e.g., IronOak Games for For The King II, Activision for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2).
- Genre: RPG, Racing, Sports, Party, Roguelite
Xbox Game Pass is actively expanding its offerings for local multiplayer, catering to both cooperative and competitive play. For co-op fans, For The King II (available on Game Pass Premium, Ultimate, and PC Game Pass) offers a turn-based roguelite RPG experience for up to 4 local players, emphasizing tactical teamwork. While Player 1 unlocks achievements in titles like Gears of War: Reloaded, local co-op can significantly ease the challenge.
On the competitive front, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass) allows 2 players to go head-to-head in a remastered skating classic. For racing enthusiasts, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Game Pass Essential, Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass) supports up to 4 players offline in various race and battle modes, featuring tracks from both Crash Team Racing and Crash Nitro Kart.
The integration of Ubisoft+ Classics into Xbox Game Pass Ultimate further bolsters the party game selection, adding titles such as OddBallers, Rabbids: Party of Legends, Wheel of Fortune, and Monopoly.
Here are some of the standout local multiplayer games currently recommended on Xbox Game Pass, categorized by their typical player counts and Game Pass tier availability:
- For The King II (Game Pass Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass): Up to 4-player local co-op, turn-based roguelite RPG.
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass): 2-player local competitive, remastered skateboarding.
- Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Game Pass Essential, Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass): Up to 4-player local competitive/battle mode, kart racer.
- OddBallers (Game Pass Ultimate via Ubisoft+ Classics): Local multiplayer party game.
- Rabbids: Party of Legends (Game Pass Ultimate via Ubisoft+ Classics): Local multiplayer party game.
- Wheel of Fortune (Game Pass Ultimate via Ubisoft+ Classics): Local multiplayer party game.
- Monopoly (Game Pass Ultimate via Ubisoft+ Classics): Digital board game.
For gamers looking to rekindle the joy of couch co-op and local competition, Xbox Game Pass offers a continually updated library of games across its various subscription tiers. With recent additions and highlights like the tactical For The King II and the classic Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, there’s never been a better time to grab some controllers and dive in with friends.
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