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The Best Local Co-Op & Split-Screen Games You Can Play On Nintendo Switch

by Elijah Mar 05,2025

The Nintendo Switch: A Versatile Console with a Robust Game Library

The Nintendo Switch, while not the most powerful console, excels in its adaptability and flexibility. Its hybrid design is only one aspect of its appeal; the Switch boasts a vast and diverse game library spanning virtually every genre. Furthermore, it offers extensive multiplayer options, catering to both online and local co-op experiences. Despite the fluctuating popularity of couch co-op, it remains a significant aspect of the gaming landscape.

Navigating the Switch's extensive eShop can be challenging, given the sheer volume of titles. This article aims to simplify the process by highlighting some of the best couch co-op games available.

Updated January 13, 2025 by Mark Sammut: While not brand new releases, two notable local co-op titles are arriving in 2025: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (January 16th) and Tales of Graces f Remastered (January 17th). Both offer excellent single-player and multiplayer experiences. Tales of Graces f is particularly praised for its combat system, while Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a classic platformer.

For those less interested in these retro-inspired releases, a noteworthy port arrived in October 2024. See below for details.