The Best Kid-Friendly Couch Co-Op Games

The COVID-19 crisis has more people than ever playing video games. And it has families trying to figure out what they can do together. The solution seems simple: why not find video games the family can play together?

However, that’s easier said than done. Most games have ditched “couch co-op” (where multiple people can play on the same TV) in favor of online-only multiplayer. On top of that, it can be tough finding games that are fun and appropriate for both you and your children.

Fortunately, we’ve done the hard work for you and assembled a list of the best kid-friendly couch co-op games. With this list, your quarantine is about to become much more fun!

Overcooked!

Overcooked! (and its sequel Overcooked! 2) have a deceptively simple premise. You and your partner are both chefs tasked with creating delicious food. But you’ll have to work together to craft a quality meal from start to finish.

You’ll soon discover that, like in a real restaurant, communication is key. You and your partner will have to figure out a game plan and leverage each other’s strengths if you want to come out of this victorious.

Things can get pretty tense in this virtual kitchen, but you and your family will be much better at communication after you put the controllers down.