TOP 15 Best Online Co-Op Games On PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium

 TOP 15 Best Online Co-Op Games On PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium July 2024

 - Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra subscription offers a wide variety of games to cater to different preferences. From lengthy RPGs like Dragon Quest 11 to shorter action games like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and competitive multiplayer titles like For Honor, there's something for everyone. The service also includes a selection of co-op games that are perfect for playing with friends. Whether you prefer local co-op or online play, PlayStation Plus has got you covered. Check out the best online co-op games available on PS Plus this month!

15 - World War Z

Even though PS Plus Extra's World War Z loses points for being just the base game rather than the superior Aftermath upgrade, the third-person shooter is still a decent option for anyone looking to demolish thousands of zombies alongside a few friends. Push comes to shove, Zombie Army 4 is the superior experience since it features a more enjoyable and over-the-top story; nevertheless, Saber Interactive's project is polished, entertaining, and well worth a playthrough if a group of friends are craving a small change of pace for their next play session.World War Z is one of those releases that is difficult to passionately recommend to solo players, even though it supports the feature. The game is intended to be experienced as part of a team, and a single-player run can become dull quickly. However, multiplayer enhances the gameplay's value, justifying a playthrough. Fans of the World War Z book or movie might also enjoy jumping into the universe, although the game does not have much to do with either property.

14 - Payday 2 Crimewave Edition .

In 2023, Payday 2 celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and the co-op shooter is still as popular as ever. The game has a simple but brilliant premise: team up with friends to pull off heists. It is possible to take on missions solo, but Payday 2 is intended to be experienced with a consistent group of friends.

The progression system revolves around unlocking better gear and skills, both of which play significant roles in enhancing a crew's professionalism. Consequently, players genuinely feel like they are improving with each new heist as their crew gradually morphs into a well-oiled machine.

13 - Killing Floor 2

PS Plus Extra has a few co-op games capable of scratching someone's "blast zombies in the face" itch, and Killing Floor 2 compares favorably with any of its peers. Despite being fairly old by this point, the 2016 release holds up well thanks to its enjoyably over-the-top core gameplay loop along with a surprisingly addictive progression system. The campaign guides teams through a series of levels filled with wave after wave of enemies.

Killing Floor 2's gameplay loop is not complicated, and it is arguably simpler than games like Left 4 Dead; however, it is complemented by Perks that essentially serve as classes. Coming with unique abilities and weapons, each Perk can be leveled up, which adds a lot of replayability to the package. Killing Floor 2 supports up to 6 players simultaneously, and this is one of those games that simply needs to be experienced in co-op. Technically, single-player is an option, and while not unplayable, it is not great either.

12 - Demon's Souls (2020)

FromSoftware's Souls games incorporate a unique form of multiplayer that enables players to visit each other's worlds, and the Demon's Souls remake is no exception. Depending on the item used, players can either invade and engage in PvP or be summoned to provide a helping hand. While the former tends to get more attention, the latter is also a common practice.

Up to four players can convene to take on the game's plethora of challenging fights, with the helpers being sent back to their universes if they die or take down a boss. It should be noted that while co-op is ongoing, two invaders can also show up to add a PvP twist to the tale, so players should always be on their toes.

11 - Outriders

Ah, Outriders – a game that attracted plenty of hype before its debut but faded into the shadows fairly quickly after launch. Reminiscent of AA projects of old (which can be said for most People Can Fly games), this sci-fi looter shooter is the definition of a mixed bag. The third-person gunplay is explosive, aggressive, and reasonably customizable thanks to solid weapon selection. When focusing solely on combat, Outriders is generally a fun but derivative time; unfortunately, the rest of the game can be a drag. The story has some interesting ideas but does not bring them together in a way that takes full advantage of their potential, resulting in a simultaneously confusing and forgettable plot. Although improving after launch, the endgame is not particularly rewarding and falls into repetition way too quickly.

While still present, those negatives become mostly minor inconveniences when Outriders is played in co-op. Allowing three players to experience the campaign together, the game's class system really shines when teams create builds that complement each other, which is not that difficult to do. The visceral action benefits from the added mayhem afforded by larger firefights, alleviating an entertaining system to even higher heights. Honestly, Outriders is worth a playthrough for solo players craving a decent third-person shooter; however, it is almost a must-play as a PS Plus co-op game.

10- Darksiders Genesis

Darksiders has led such a strange existence. Each entry tackles a different subgenre of action-adventure games, with some even venturing into RPG territory. Darksiders Genesis marks the franchise's biggest departure to date, as the spin-off is a top-down hack and slash akin to something like Victor Vran. The game is also clearly meant to be experienced in co-op since it features two playable Horsemen: Strife and War. Solo players can swap between the two at will, which generally means they pick War when melee combat is the focus and then switch to Strife for ranged damage In local or online co-op, two players take charge of either Strife or War, allowing the powerful Horsemen to rain havoc simultaneously. Although they do not sync up all that much, Darksiders Genesis' characters are both fairly deep and offer a good range of loadout options to keep things interesting throughout the campaign. Since couch co-op utilizes a restrictive split-screen, online multiplayer is the better option in this case.

9 - Trine 4  The Nightmare Prince

Frozenbyte's Trine is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for co-op-driven action-platformer games. All the franchise's titles are worth seeking out, however, PS Plus subscribers will need to settle for Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince. Despite the number in its title, this entry can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of its predecessors, so newcomers can start here.Trine 4 follows three heroes (a mage, thief, and knight) as they go on an epic fantasy-laden adventure that tests their might and teamwork. While not devoid of combat, the campaign focuses on puzzles and platforming, with the former requiring creative use of the characters' abilities. In solo runs, players can switch between the characters with the click of a button; in co-op, each user takes charge of one hero. Trine 4 features two modes: Classic and Unlimited. The former ties three players to specific heroes, while the latter allows four users to swap to any character whenever they want.

8 -Zombie Army 4: Dead War

Another zombie shooter akin to something like Left 4 Dead or Back 4 Blood, Zombie Army 4: Dead War is for those people who prefer a third-person perspective. Even though the game does not quite have the same name recognition as either of those projects, it is a respectable entry in the subgenre. As is always the case, four players can join forces to blast their way through fairly self-contained levels filled with a colorful and grotesque assortment of flesh-eaters.Zombie Army 4 shakes things up by being set after World War 2 and granting a Nazi coat of paint to its armies of the walking dead. This setting is the element that distinguishes the game the most from its peers, and the campaign makes good use of the premise. Zombie Army 4 guides players through an over-the-top and entertaining story that is long enough to feel substantial without overstaying its welcome. Along with a decent selection of weapons, Dead War uses a rewarding perk system that adds some flavor to combat.

7 - The Crew 2

An April 2024 PlayStation Plus addition, The Crew 2 might not seem like an obvious recommendation at first. For one, Ubisoft's game was not particularly well received at launch, even if it was largely considered to be an improvement over its predecessor. As a sequel, The Crew Motorfest, launched in 2023, the 2018 release is now old news and unlikely to attract all that many new players, especially since it has been steeply discounted over the years. Taking all these things into account, The Crew 2 seems destined to be forgotten, just a name on an expansive list of PS Plus online co-op games; however, as far as open-world racers are concerned, this title is far from bad, especially when played with a few other people.After all these years, The Crew 2's community has dwindled significantly, which can be a death sentence for an online-driven project like this. Fortunately, the game is at its best when a group of friends make plans to join the same world, an option that is still available today. Along with competing in races, The Crew 2 has quite a few team-based events that emphasize multiplayer. Consequently, co-op is required to experience everything this title has to offer.

6 - Back 4 Blood

Back 4 Blood is a first-person co-op shooter reminiscent of Left 4 Dead. Turtle Rock's project wears its influences on its sleeve, which is hardly a terrible thing considering the market is not flooded with these sorts of titles. Back 4 Blood has solid gameplay and visuals, along with a card-based customization system that permits players to tweak their loadouts.The differences between Back 4 Blood's playable survivors are not skin-deep either. Each character has unique traits and default weapons, which encourages teams to craft parties consisting of survivors that bring the best out of each other. Even though it is not a masterpiece and has had a fairly short lifespan for this type of project, Back 4 Blood is more than good enough to keep a group of friends engaged for a few hours.

5 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder's Revenge .

They might not come around as often as they once did, but it is always an exciting day when a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game launches. And, in a nice change of pace from most of the franchise's post-2000s efforts, Shredder's Revenge is also great. Looking to recapture the Turtles' beat 'em up glory days, Tribute Games basically created a game ripped right out of the '90s, albeit with enough modern touches for it to come across as a loving homage rather than just an antiquated throwback. Up to six players can join forces to take on the Foot Clan, and they are free to pick from the Turtles, Master Splinter, April, and Casey Jones. Even at face value, that is a more than solid selection for this type of game, and that is before taking into account each character's unique traits. All the playable figures bring something fresh to the table, so even solo players can enjoy replaying the campaign by switching between the characters.Gameplay-wise, Shredder's Revenge sticks fairly close to the standard beat 'em up formula. The characters have a limited but satisfying moveset, and the levels pack a considerable punch. The boss fights are quite difficult and require mastery of the combat system's mechanics to overcome. The stages are overflowing with references to TMNT's past, and the nods cover many of the franchise's sides rather than just its gaming history.

4 - Returnal

Housemarque knows a thing or two about co-op. Dead Nation, Resogun, and Alienation all make good use of the feature, and they support both local and online connections. The developer's most recent project, Returnal, did not launch with multiplayer, but an online two-player co-op option was added as part of the Ascension update. Thanks to this addition, players can now join forces to take on the game's roguelike challenges, and there is the option to use a public or private server.Returnal is challenging, and co-op does not necessarily make the experience easier. However, it does introduce a revive option into the gameplay loop, granting players a second chance. Otherwise, co-op provides essentially the same core experience as solo runs, albeit with two Selenes rather than just one. As the base package is fantastic, the same can be said about Returnal's co-op.

3 - Warhammer , Vermintide 2

A popular first-person action game, Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is celebrating its five-year anniversary in 2023. Despite its growing age, Fatshark's release is still reasonably active, and it is arguably the best action-oriented Warhammer game of the last decade. Vermintide 2 pits the Heroes of Ubersreik against wave after wave of rat-themed enemies, showering them with loot if they manage to survive.While the vanilla version only has 13 missions (+4 from free updates), the stages are meant to be repeated endlessly as players upgrade their class and weapons. Vermintide 2's five playable characters are wildly different from each other, ensuring most people find someone who suits their preferences.

2 - Ghost Of Tsushima , Legends

Ghost of Tsushima is a fantastic action-adventure game with a robust single-player campaign. A few months following the base title's debut, Sucker Punch dropped Legends, a co-op side experience deep enough to justify a standalone release. Along with common modes like Survival, Legends also comes with a Story that guides two players through roughly 6 hours of content.Legends has four classes: Samurai, Ronin, Assasin, and Hunter. Each one fits an archetype and has a specific role they should be fulfilling in combat scenarios. While some options like the Samurai are viable for solo or two-player runs, classes like the Ronin are designed with support in mind. Legends might just be the best PS Plus online co-op game.

1 - Monster Hunter Rise

PS Plus Extra's June 2024 lineup contained a range of online co-op options (two Lego games, Far Cry 4, Anno 1800, and Police Simulator: Patrol Officers), including a headline act that is synonymous with teamwork. Sure, Monster Hunter Rise can be played and enjoyed solo for 100+ hours without much issue; however, the game pushes its co-op element, something that can be said for most entries in Capcom's franchise.Now, Rise has two types of quests: Village and Hub. The former are single-player only and, in total, last about 10 hours. While a bit too easy for veterans, these quests serve as an introduction for newcomers, teaching them the basic skills they will need to stand a chance in the harder missions. Once someone gets through the Village quests or feels confident in their abilities, they should head to the Hub to try out its many hunts, which are far harder and can be played in co-op.Rise handles its co-op brilliantly, making it as easy as possible for friends to team up while removing some of the more frustrating elements in Monster Hunter World. Parties can try to synergize their builds to create a well-rounded team; alternatively, they can simply go with their preferred loadout and ignore everything else. As the Hub quests can take quite a long time to complete, co-op makes them easier to digest and arguably more enjoyable.