Multiplayer Games

PC/PS5 Cross-play

Sea of Thieves

Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.

Current State

Sea of Thieves receives major seasonal updates and collaborations. The game consistently has tens of thousands of concurrent players. New players will find a lively, ever-evolving pirate world with strong onboarding and a large community.

Wayfinder

Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

No Man’s Sky

No Man’s Sky is a vast, procedurally generated universe you can explore, build, and survive in, with seamless multiplayer crossplay.

Current State

No Man’s Sky receives major free updates several times per year, adding new features and content. The game maintains a dedicated player base (typically a few thousand concurrent players). New players will find a vast, constantly evolving universe with strong community support.

Destiny 2

Destiny 2 is a free-to-play online shooter with epic raids, PvP, and co-op missions, all playable cross-platform.

Current State

Destiny 2 receives major expansions and seasonal updates multiple times per year. The game regularly sees over 50,000 concurrent players, with spikes during new content launches. New players are supported with onboarding improvements and a wealth of activities.

DLC to Buy

Latest expansion (e.g., The Final Shape) is recommended for full content.

Baldur’s Gate 3

Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich RPG set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, featuring deep tactical combat and four-player online co-op with crossplay.

Current State

Baldur’s Gate 3 is highly polished and still receives patches and new features, though major expansions are not yet announced. The game consistently has tens of thousands of concurrent players. New players will find a rich, deep RPG experience with strong community support.

Minecraft: Bedrock Edition

Temtem

Temtem is a massively multiplayer creature-collection adventure inspired by Pokémon, where you can catch, train, and battle alongside friends across platforms.

Current State

Temtem’s development is largely complete, with occasional balance patches and community events. Concurrent player counts are modest, typically in the hundreds or low thousands. New players can enjoy the full campaign and competitive scene, but the community is smaller than at launch.

Apico

Apico is a relaxing beekeeping sim where you and your friends can breed bees, explore lush environments, and restore nature together.

Diablo 4

Diablo 4 is a dark action RPG with a vast open world, intense combat, and seamless four-player co-op crossplay between PC and PS5.

Current State

Diablo 4 receives major seasonal updates every few months, each introducing new mechanics, storylines, and rewards. The game regularly sees tens of thousands of concurrent players, with spikes during new season launches. New players benefit from ongoing improvements and a large, active community. Popular and regularly updated, but some criticize the grind and endgame. Great for new players, but expect a learning curve.

Final Fantasy XIV

Final Fantasy XIV is a critically acclaimed MMORPG featuring epic storytelling, deep dungeons, and massive raids with seamless crossplay between PC and PlayStation.

Current State

Final Fantasy XIV is widely regarded as one of the best MMOs on the market, with a passionate, supportive community and regular, high-quality updates. The game consistently draws tens of thousands of players, and new players are often amazed by the depth of story, rich content, and helpful veterans. The community is known for being especially welcoming to newcomers, making it a great time to jump in.

DLC to Buy

Free trial includes the base game and first two expansions (Heavensward).
Complete Edition (includes all expansions) is recommended for full access.
Subscription required after the free trial (starts at $12.99/month).

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands is a chaotic fantasy looter-shooter with four-player co-op, wild magic, and crossplay support.

Aliens: Fireteam Elite

Aliens: Fireteam Elite is a cooperative third-person shooter where you and your squad battle through waves of Xenomorphs in the iconic Alien universe.

Astroneer

Astroneer is a colorful space sandbox adventure where up to four players explore planets, build bases, and uncover cosmic mysteries together.

Fortnite

Fortnite is a battle royale phenomenon with building, creative modes, and massive crossplay for squads and parties.

Current State

Fortnite’s community is enormous and constantly buzzing with excitement over new seasons, collaborations, and events. The game is praised for its accessibility and creativity, but some criticize the aggressive monetization and frequent changes. New players will find a welcoming, fast-paced environment and a wealth of content, with plenty of help from the community.

Helldivers 2

Helldivers 2 is a frenetic co-op shooter where up to four players fight to liberate planets from alien threats.

Current State

Helldivers 2 is one of the most talked-about co-op shooters right now, with a passionate, meme-loving community and regular major updates. The game is praised for its chaotic, rewarding gameplay and developer responsiveness. New players will find a supportive, active community and a thrilling, ever-evolving experience.

Remnant 2

Remnant 2 is a challenging co-op shooter with dynamic worlds, intense boss fights, and crossplay for up to three players (with four-player support in certain modes).

Current State

Remnant 2 is considered one of the best co-op shooters in recent years, with a dedicated fanbase and regular DLC. The community is enthusiastic and helpful, and new players will find a challenging, rewarding experience with plenty of support. Some criticize the difficulty spikes, but most agree the game is well worth the investment.

Monster Hunter: Wilds

Current State

Monster Hunter Wilds launched to huge numbers but faced backlash for technical issues, especially on PC, with many players reporting crashes and performance problems. The community is divided: some love the new mechanics and open world, while others are disappointed by the lack of endgame content and ongoing bugs. New players will find a massive, beautiful world and a dedicated hunting community, but should be prepared for potential technical frustrations and a less robust endgame compared to previous entries

First Class Trouble

First Class Trouble is a social deduction party game where players work together—or betray each other—aboard a luxury space cruiser.

Current State

First Class Trouble is a fun, quirky party game, but the community is small and matchmaking can be slow. The game receives occasional updates and events, but many players feel it’s best enjoyed with a group of friends. New players will find a unique, social experience, but should expect to join community groups for consistent matches.