Updated July 18, 2026, by Mark Sammut: I’ve added two local co-op games that will be added at the end of the month as part of PS Plus’s July lineup.
PlayStation Plus Extra has a game for everybody, and local co-op games are no exception. Sony’s subscription service has action, shooters, RPGs, and beat ’em ups that offer 2- or even 4-player co-op, and the lineup changes every month, depending on the new arrivals. Plenty of these games also come with split-screen!
Since the PS Store doesn’t make it easy to track down which games offer local co-op, we’ll take care of that ourselves by highlighting the top options in the Extra and Premium tiers. Grab a friend, an extra DualSense, boot up the PS5, and pick one of the best local co-op games on PS Plus.
Not every game supports split-screen.
New PS Plus Local Co-Op Game: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind (July 28)
A Throwback That Beat ‘Em Up Fans Can Enjoy
In 2026, PS Plus Extra lost a couple of big co-op beat ’em up games, with both Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge leaving the service. The July 2026 lineup tries to remedy that with the introduction of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, although it is more polarizing than either of those other games. Still, Digital Eclipse put together a 5-player romp that is perfect for ’90s kids who grew up with the Rangers.
Let’s go over the positives first. With a retro art style that pops off the screen, Rita’s Rewind looks absolutely fantastic, and all the character models are top-notch. The Rangers don’t feel very different from each other, but a 2025 update added special Power Blast attacks and even a state upgrade system that lets players decide whether to focus on Strength, Speed, or Defense. They also get to use their own vehicles in special segments, which is a nice touch.
For the more divisive elements, Rita’s Rewind is notoriously difficult, largely thanks to its overly punishing continue system. Sometimes, the screen gets cluttered with so much visual information that it becomes challenging to keep track of everything.
New PS Plus Local Co-Op Game: Snow Bros. Wonderland (July 28)
After months of no local co-op games, PS Plus delivers two for July, and this one seems more likely to go by unnoticed. Modernizing a 2-person 1990s arcade classic, Snow Bros. Wonderland introduces 4-player local co-op, a change that adds a welcome element of chaos.
Played from a 3D isometric perspective, players have to coat enemies in ice to turn them into snowballs, and the fun comes from lining up difficult shots. Although it isn’t the most eye-catching co-op game ever, Snow Bros. Wonderland is perfect for those situations when you just want to play something lighthearted with a few friends. Go for it.
Children Of Morta
Strong Narrative, Characters, & Co-Op Gameplay
An action-RPG roguelike, Children of Morta follows the Bergson family as they crawl their way through randomly-generated dungeons. Featuring seven playable characters that each feel unique, players have a wide range of duos they can try out, and they will need to experiment since swapping between family members is required.
Along with decent gameplay that blossoms as the campaign progresses, Children of Morta also tells a surprisingly effective, character-driven narrative, presenting the Bergsons as a unit with a history rather than mere puppets. Friends looking for a more difficult co-op game should try out this title.
PlateUp!
Run A Franchise With A Few Friends
PlateUp! is a co-op sim game about running a restaurant. Rather than focusing on one aspect of the experience, the game grants players quite a bit of control, challenging them to design the restaurant’s layout, pick the dishes, cook the food, serve the plates, and upgrade. Each step is not particularly complicated, but together they create a fairly thorough and, at times, overwhelming experience. The “main” goal is to succeed for 15 days, with failure coming very easily. Once that is reached, players can move on to a new location, all in the hopes of creating the ultimate franchise.
PlateUp! might conjure images of Overcooked, another couch multiplayer PS Plus game with a somewhat similar premise, but their minute-to-minute gameplay loops are reasonably different. Consequently, disliking one title does not necessarily mean that the other project should be ignored. While playable solo, PlateUp! is very much a game designed with multiplayer in mind, as the feature really captures the cooperative effort that is involved in running a kitchen.
Earth Defense Force 6
Cathartic Local Co-Op Fun
PS Plus has a couple of Earth Defense Force projects, and they are all acquired tastes. Sandlot’s franchise translates monster B-movies into games, delivering a straightforward, silly, but highly enjoyable experience. While not completely devoid of variety, most missions boil down to “kill every insect” as hundreds of these big buggers crowd the streets and crawl over buildings.
Even though the visuals are far from great, EDF is relentlessly charming, as long as somebody goes in with realistic expectations. These titles offer mindless fun, and that’s largely it. Do not go in expecting a great story, very deep gameplay, or a wide assortment of character customization options. Just pick a class, try out some different weapons, and shoot everything that moves. Also, mecha.
Although viable solo, EDF 6 can get repetitive very quickly when players are taking on the alien insectoid hordes as a one-soldier army; fortunately, the franchise tends to prioritize multiplayer. Along with 4-player online support, 2-player local co-op is available, and the introduction of a secondary user really elevates the overall experience. Co-op lets the class system shine and slightly increases the difficulty, requiring a more tactical approach. Not every name needs to be complex; sometimes, nothing hits the mark like blasting away an army of ants.
Untitled Goose Game
Double Trouble
Untitled Goose Game offers unbridled chaos. A quaint British town becomes subject to unspeakable horrors due to the arrival of a goose, one that plans to turn the citizens’ lives upside down. And, to make matters worse, the waterfowl can bring a friend.
House House’s Untitled Goose Game is a silly but charming game that puts players in charge of a goose (or two geese in local co-op) as they steadily try to complete tasks. More often than not, this process involves being a nuisance to the townsfolk, and the indie title is a lot of fun. Beyond the addition of a second goose, the game does not change too much, since the campaign’s objectives remain the same. Players can have a blast working together as they annoy the furious NPCs.
TimeSplitters Trilogy
A Great FPS Series That Is A Trip Through Time
Too many years have passed since Free Radical’s trilogy was last spotlighted, and all three entries are now readily available on the PS4 and PS5. All three titles support 2-player local co-op, allowing their campaigns to be experienced alongside a friend. Generally speaking, TimeSplitters 2 and Future Perfect are considered far superior to their predecessor.
Honestly, players can just jump into the sequel and skip the first; however, TimeSplitters is a charming time capsule of its era. Its gameplay also feels quite different from its sequels since levels emphasize speed above everything else. So, while not perfect, it is worth a try. TimeSplitters 2 and Future Perfect hold up as two of the greatest FPS games of all time, and they are still an absolute blast to play through.
Their campaigns are great in single-player, but they do shine slightly brighter in co-op. The gunplay’s chaotic nature is amplified by having a second user along for the ride, and the maps are consistently fantastic in both games. Future Perfect has the superior story mode, but TimeSplitters 2 arguably has the better gameplay.
As Dusk Falls
Vote On A Town’s Future
Not that into horror, but still want a story-driven co-op game that works in a large group setting? Well, As Dusk Falls might just be the game for you, although it is presented more as a visual novel than an interactive movie like The Dark Pictures Anthology. In a small, nothing town where everyone has their secrets, vices, and regrets, a gripping story about family, desperation, and legacy is told.
At important moments, the game allows players to choose how a character reacts, which will determine the narrative’s future. There are plenty of branching paths that lead to wildly different outcomes, and the choices made change the characters’ personalities in interesting ways. As Dusk Falls works perfectly as a solo game, it is also surprisingly great with friends. Supporting up to 8 players, the game allows them to vote on each choice, a mechanic that can create some fascinating discussions.
Warhammer: Chaosbane
Warhammer Diablo
Warhammer is no stranger to good old multiplayer fun, but most games are online-only. Fortunately, exceptions exist, and Chaosbane is a respectable alternative to Diablo that can scratch the same itch for people who are at least somewhat into this universe. Admittedly, its original PS4 version didn’t launch in a stellar state, but things have improved considerably since 2019. The PS5 Slayer Edition is also part of PS Plus, which includes all DLC (including two more classes).
Gameplay-wise, Chaosbane is the typical isometric hack and slash dungeon crawler, which is by no means a bad thing. The updated version has 6 classes that all play very differently from one another, and they are stronger together than as individuals. They are pretty well-balanced, too, with complementary behaviors that allow everyone in the group to contribute. While not quite as addictive as Diablo, the loot system is solid enough to keep the gameplay loop going for a while.
Overcooked! All You Can Eat!
A Full Course
Overcooked! 2 is one of the best local co-op games of the last few years, so the announcement that it would leave PS Plus Extra in November 2024 was disappointing. However, Sony had a plan and revealed that Overcooked! All You Can Eat! would essentially replace it. This release contains Overcooked!, its sequel, and their DLC, making it by far the most complete option. Basically, Overcooked! 2 was upgraded.
So, what is this franchise about? Well, it is about cooking. Putting aside fantastical stories that add an element of silliness and drive to the campaigns of both titles, Overcooked! is ultimately a restaurant party game where players have to complete orders and keep customers satisfied. That might sound straightforward, but like a real restaurant, things get complicated quickly. Before long, chefs will be drowning in requests as they try to navigate a bizarre kitchen while hopefully keeping their cool. Most co-op games bring people together, but some can break them apart. Overcooked! can inspire both.
Overcooked! 2 is generally better than its predecessor, and its gameplay loop is very similar (but not identical). Newcomers can just start with the sequel if they want, although both entries are really fun local co-op experiences.
