When it comes to the Nintendo Switch, couch co-op games are perfect for a console that’s easy to bring anywhere. With the Nintendo Switch 2’s release inching ever closer, more players are eager to dive into some fun couch co-op experiences alongside friends and no internet.
What are the Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Games that Support Local Multiplayer for Couch Co-op?
As of now, launch titles like Mario Kart World, Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S, Survival Kids, Drag X Drive, Fast Fusion, Street Fighter 6, Split Fiction, and Super Mario Party Jamboree (Nintendo Switch 2 Edition) will support local multiplayer and couch co-op play.
Mario Kart World
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+ 8One of the more obvious picks is Nintendo’s very own Mario Kart World. It’s likely to be everyone’s first game to try when the console launches.
This Switch 2 exclusive supports up to four players via split-screen mode. However, players will have to settle for a 30fps cap, implemented to balance performance and reduce latency.
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
click to enlarge+ 8The Switch 2 port of this strange arcade crossover has local multiplayer for competitive puzzle solving. Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S supports 4-player local co-op and introduces an intriguing new mode called "Puyo Tetris Doubles," where you battle 2-on-2 using a shared board.
Survival Kids
click to enlarge+ 8Konami’s Lord of the Flies-like survival game drops a group of random kids onto an island and challenges them to make it out alive. As dark as that sounds, it offers a great co-op experience for up to four players, though only two can play together in local split-screen mode.
Drag X Drive
click to enlarge+ 8A tech demo turned full game, Drag X Drive is designed to show off the Nintendo Switch 2’s new Joy-Con mouse controls. Much like how ARMS showcased motion controls, Drag X Drive leans into Nintendo's hardware gimmicks. You can hand over the extra Joy-Con and jump into local battles with a friend.
Fast Fusion
click to enlarge+ 8A spiritual successor to the beloved WipeOut series, Fast Fusion lets players race on high-speed, anti-gravity tracks. It supports up to four players in split-screen couch co-op and is a standout among launch titles.
Street Fighter 6
click to enlarge+ 8It’s still wild to think that Street Fighter 6 is running natively on a Nintendo Switch console. This might be the go-to platform for quick local matches, just hand a Joy-Con to a friend and settle your scores in fast-paced 1v1 battles.
Split Fiction
click to enlarge+ 8Built from the ground up for pure split-screen fun, Hazelight’s Split Fiction is a stellar co-op adventure for two players. Its clever game design constantly introduces fresh ideas, making it a thrilling and emotionally rich journey that doesn’t overstay its welcome.
Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition ＋ Jamboree TV
click to enlarge+ 8The best Mario Party yet just got better. This Jamboree TV edition for the Switch 2 keeps everything fans love about the original Super Mario Party Jamboree, while adding enhanced game modes that take full advantage of the new GameChat system and Nintendo’s Camera accessory. It’s built for split-screen and couch co-op play at its finest.
For now, these are the confirmed Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles that support split-screen and couch co-op gameplay. Expect more titles to be announced in the near future.
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