Often marked by in-depth character customization, expansive worlds, and grand plots; RPGs are a great genre of game if you want a varied and often long-term experience of a game. There are plenty of ways to play RPGs, but one of the best ways is to do so with friends.
Whether you're a part of a Destiny 2 clan, a random group of post-apocalyptic survivors in Fallout 76, or you and your roommate just like to hop into Diablo 4 from time to time, here are some of the best RPGs that are suited for co-op play.
10 Fallout 76
Post-War Americana
Fallout 76
Platform(s) PC , PS4 , Xbox One Released November 14, 2018
While it had an arguably rough start, Fallout 76 has made a name for itself since its beginning. It may not be everyone's favorite game in the Fallout series, but it is a great post-apocalyptic RPG experience for friends.
With plenty of weapons, an ever-growing map, and lots of adventures to go on, you won't get bored with Fallout 76 quickly. It's fairly simple to get a handle on, but also has enough for veteran Fallout and RPG fans.
9 Baldur's Gate 3
A Fantasy Like No Other
Baldur's Gate 3
Platform(s) PC , macOS , PS5 , Xbox Series X Released August 3, 2023
Baldur's Gate 3 has plenty of accolades, especially where the RPG and D&D communities are concerned. While it is a must-play RPG that allows for co-op, it isn't as seamless when compared to some of the other entries.
The co-op really shines in combat, but in exploration, and especially dialogue, it can feel sort of clunky at times. It's still a great adventure, and one that is made better by friends, but it does have its ups and downs.
This has been patched here and there, especially where dialogue is concerned, by various updates, but it does still get clunky from time to time.
8 Diablo 4
Dungeons and… Demons?
Diablo 4
Platform(s) PC , PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S Released June 6, 2023
Fighting a horde of demons led by the daughter of Mephisto is quite the task. Thankfully though, Diablo 4 allows you and your friends to enter into Sanctuary to help fight back the hellish army (and it's far easier that way too).
Diablo 4 is also one of the few major games in modern years with seamless couch co-op, which is great for those with friends, roommates, or partners who don't want to deal with multiple consoles or platforms.
7 Remnant 2
Monsters Of All Types
Remnant 2
Platform(s) PC , PS5 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S Released July 25, 2023
Fighting The Root across multiple planes of existence is something that's easier done with friends. Mixing FPS and RPG elements, Remnant 2 is all about combat, and while it may not be a squad-based shooter per se, playing with friends does make it more fun too.
The enemies are varied, and the challenges are just difficult enough to keep you coming back for more. On top of that, there is plenty of customization, quests, and various loot drops to keep everyone entertained for some time in this often dark RPG with an impressive amount of gunplay thrown in.
6 Wasteland 3
A Nuclear Winter?
Wasteland 3
Platform(s) PC Released August 28, 2020
Another post-apocalyptic RPG, the Wasteland series may sometimes get overshadowed by games like Metro or Fallout, but Wasteland 3 knows what it's doing, and co-op is just one of those things it does confidently.
A dark, weird, and sometimes wacky world, Post-apocalyptic Colorado isn't for the faint of heart. Customize your and your friends' characters, your party, and your choices from then on in an adventure that will echo out and affect everyone you meet.
5 Final Fantasy 14
From A Long Line Of JRPGs
Final Fantasy 14
Platform(s) PC , PS3 , PS4 , PS5 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S Released August 27, 2013
The Final Fantasy series is a long-standing JRPG with plenty to bring in fans of the older games and people who may just now be discovering the games. Final Fantasy 14 takes the things that have given Final Fantasy its accolades and brought some new online additions.
Depending on your party size, you and your friends can enter into various dungeons and fight those allied to Bahamut, or parties of eight can get involved in more dungeons, trials, and even some raids from time to time. It's an interesting world with plenty of lore to explore.
4 Monster Hunter: World
Food, Friends, And Fiends
Monster Hunter: World Game
Platform(s) PC , PlayStation 4 , Xbox One Released January 26, 2018
The Monster Hunter series may not be the oldest on this list, but it has made a name for itself since the early 2000s. Monster Hunter: World really puts the focus on playing with your friends, something that has brought the game to the forefront.
The name of the game is exploring your environment and hunting the monsters that call it home for accolades, new weapons and armor, and even delicious recipes to eat with your compatriots. It's a mix of classic hunting games and plenty of great JRPG elements to add more flavor.
3 Borderlands 3
The Vaults Await
Borderlands 3
Platform(s) PC , Stadia , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , PS4 , PS5 , Switch Released September 13, 2019
Just, don't get too excited… the galaxy in question isn't too keen on newcomers. It's a joyride that doesn't take itself too seriously, but also knows when to slow down and turn up the emotions, so there's plenty of loot, quests, and monsters await you.
2 Divinity Original Sin 2
The Path To Godhood
Divinity: Original Sin 2
Platform(s) Switch , PS4 , Xbox One , PC Released September 14, 2017
Fantasy settings are a constant for RPGs, but Divinity Original Sin 2 is something special. A world with plenty of monsters to fight, lore to uncover, and maybe even power to harness; the only thing that makes it better is filling your party through co-op play.
Created by Larian, the same studio behind Baldur's Gate 3, this is one of their titles that feels like it was made for co-op instead of BG3's more single-player approach. Why not enjoy the path to godhood with a friend?
1 Destiny 2
Suit Up Guardians
Destiny 2
Platform(s) PS5 , PS4 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , Xbox One , PC , Stadia Released August 28, 2017
The future is a great setting for RPGs, and Destiny 2 follows up on the immersive sci-fi world that the first game made pivotal for the genre as a whole. Compounding on what made the first game so successful, Destiny 2 and its various expansions make for a great time.
It can be a bit harder to get into than some of the other entries on this list, due to the various levels of strategy that some challenges require and the lore behind them. Don't let that dissuade you though, co-op with a fun group of guardians can lead to a lot of grinding levels and memorable adventures.
