Multiplayer Games

I need more friends to play games with online so I made a list of some of my favorite games, as well as some games that I think look neat and would love to play if I ever had (online) friends!

I've ordered this from my most recommended to least and also made a section for games that are crossplay friendly for my friends who only have consoles.

- ~~XBOX~~XCloud Available

PC/PS5 Crossplatform
PC Only

PC/PS5 Cross-play

Sea of Thieves

Sea of Thieves is easily one of my all-time favorite multiplayer games. You can man a crew of up to 4 pirates and sail around an open world performing all kinds of pirate quests. Or just drink grog and play sea shanties in the bar! The game is mainly Players against various AI-based challenges (like digging for treasure or assaulting a skeleton fort) but it has other players online with their own crews sailing the seas as well who could sink your ship and steal your treasure. This may seem like the game could be stressful but it's really not. Most of it is spent sailing the gorgeous open seas and chilling with your friends online.

Current State (June 2025)
The game had a rough patch in the last year but it's hit its stride even after all these years right now and I think it's in the best state it's ever been. It used to be filled with basement dwellers who spent all day trolling new players but with the addition of private servers and a complete revamp of PvP matchmaking, the game is a lot more fun for people who just want to enjoy being a pirate with their friends.

Player counts on Steam are on a decline these days (though they did have a boost with the PS5 release) but it's still great playing with friends.

Destiny 2

Developed by the guys who made Halo, Destiny 2 is a game where you get together with some friends and blow up a bunch of well-designed enemies with some of the best gun-play I've ever seen in a shooter. Destiny has a bad reputation these days but if you can hop on with an experienced player, you're going to be blown away by the jaw-droppingly beautiful campaign that covers hours of content before you even get to the repetitive endgame.

Current State (June 2025)
Destiny just wrapped its main storyline with the Final Shape and will soon be releasing a brand new update with a brand new story. There's also a big revamp to the stat system which should (hopefully) make it easier for new players to jump in.

DLC To Buy
The latest expansion (currently The Final Shape but soon to be The Edge of Fate) is usually recommended because it includes the latest season with purchase and opens up a lot of the new content. If you care about the story, it'd be good to wait on a sale to buy one of their collections that includes all the previous expansions, usually for around $10. Do NOT buy them at full price, they're not worth it at that amount

No Man’s Sky

Absolutely massive game where you can move through procedurally generated planets as you collect various resources and build out bases. It's also completely multiplayer and you can visit planets that other players have been to and help them out.

Current State (June 2025)
This game is STILL getting huge updates which is insane considering this came out over a decade ago.

Wayfinder

This came out as an MMO, failed horribly, and then go rereleased since then as a 3 player action RPG. It's quite fun, especially through the main campaign, though the endgame has some MMO aspects that have lingered (e.g. forced to replay the same mission over and over).

Baldur’s Gate 3

See my review here if you want details. It's apparently excellent with multiplayer too.

Current State (June 2025)
They just released a major update that supports full crossplay as well as mod support so there should be a lot of long-term support for a while.

The Finals

I have yet to play this and honestly if Apex Legends wasn't in a rough state at the moment I'd have posted that instead but it appears that this game has stolen the crown for unique free-to-play first person shooters.

Minecraft: Bedrock Edition

I'd rather be playing modded Minecraft but being able to play on any platform (including iPads!) is pretty cool, too. Let's go build a giant fort and hunt down zombies!

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 (June 2025)
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 currently the best action RPG out there right now and most definitely is for anything that supports crossplay. I played through the main campaign which was a ton of fun but the endgame wasn't much to write home about. Still, playing to level 100 each season continues to be a lot of fun.

Current State (June 2025)
I've been out of the loop for a while but a new expansion dropped which many fans have stated is fun but not worth the price tag. It also seems like there's a lot of burnout from long-term players as they change up the seasons significantly every time. From what I can gather, though, it seems like if you're new to the game or haven't jumped in in a long time, you'll have a lot of fun.

DLC to Buy
Nothing. Maybe the Battlepass as it has gameplay bonuses.

Final Fantasy XIV

Everyone I know who plays this says it's the greatest MMO ever made. One cool aspect about it is that you can play the story from the beginning and will only need to buy expansions once you've completed the first parts of the story campaign.

That being said, the game is EXPENSIVE. Not only is there a ridiculous $13/mo subscription but you're also required to buy each expansion as well. With competition like Guild Wars 2 and Elder Scrolls Online, both of which don't have subscription fees, it's hard to recommend this.

Current State (June 2025)
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

It's Borderlands but set in a DnD world. Neat!

Current State (June 2025)
Fans are in full revolt as the developer has changed their ToS to basically require that you give away your first-born child. Still, they also dropped the price on just about everything because of it.

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 (June 2025)
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

Good lord this game was insane when it came out! Just an absolutely frenetic shooter with many many hilarious moments as your teammates "accidentally" drop a nuke directly on top of you while in the middle of a battle.

Really fun times and a really great community.

Current State (June 2025)
They released a major update where you can fight in cities and added a brand new enemy type to the game! Fans seem pleased with it.

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 (June 2025)
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 (June 2025)
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

Basically Among Us but with more stuff going on ## PC Only

These might be availabe on console but unfortunately these are only PC to PC (or sometimes XBOX) playable.

Hunt: Showdown

Hunt is probably one of the best multiplayer games of all time with the highest difficulty curve to overcome for new players. It's hard to describe how good this game is! You and up to two other players will be dropped into an alternate universe Louisiana where you'll hunt giant beasts while competing with other human players on the map.

Gunplay is ultra-realistic and incredibly satisfying to kill other players and get away with the bounty. It also has the best sound system in any game and it's an important aspect of playing the game as you need to manage your noise to gain advantage of other players.

Current State (June 2025)
The game itself is still strong, though fans have had complaints about the new UI (it is quite terrible) and bizarre collabs for skins recently. Like...did we need a Post Malone skin??? Regardless, the game still rocks and the company behind it are doing their best to keep the game fresh, fun, and alive.

Abiotic Factor

Basically Half-Life with crafting mechanics and multiplayer. It's a lot of fun and if you're into the idea of play a goofy version of the SCP Foundation with your friends, this is a must play.

Current State (June 2025)
They just released the game for 1.0! So now you can play the whole campaign without getting stopped at a certain point because it wasn't developed yet. Unfortunately the game is slightly more expensive due to that (as well as become insanely popular)

Guild Wars 2

Deep Rock Galactic

Current State (June 2025)
Still going strong, though there hasn't been a major update in a while.

Tabletop Simulator

This game was a must-buy during the pandemic. Now that I can see my friends for board games IRL, it's not needed so much but it's still really great if I want to demo a board game before buying it or I want to play a game online with friends who aren't into video games.

Pulsar: Lost Colony

Probably the best Star Trek simulator around! You can man a crew of up to 5 people and explore different galaxies and planets.

Elder Scrolls Online

I'm honestly impressed at how well they've managed to make this feel like a proper Elder Scrolls game! It's not as immersive as Skyrim or Morrowind but for an MMO, it gets pretty damn close while also offering a MASSIVE world. Like almost all of Tamriel is available to explore here if you have all the expansions.

DLC to Buy/ It's usually good to read the reviews for what expansions are good. There's a bundle to buy all the older ones that may be worth it (especially with a sale). Personally the only one I think that may be worth getting is the Morrowind expansion, at least until you decide if you're locked in for a while.