Horror games are traditionally enjoyed alone, preferably sitting in the dark with headphones on to maximize the weird factor. Some don't know, however, that they can play scary games with their friends or strangers. From local to online, there is a booming world of cooperative horror gaming.
Best Horror Games With Co-Op
If there was a way to scare both players and their friends, it would be co-op horror games. Read below to see a list of the best.
Cry of fright
The psychological horror game, Cry of Fear, can be enjoyed in single or multiplayer mode. For co-op, two to four players try to find answers in a desolate city in the cold, dark night. This game has multiple endings that can be explored over and over again. Although only providing several hours of gameplay, the game is free on Steam, meaning this one is ready to check out with friends right away.
Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia is a horror game in the indie genre, the main objective being to have a team of four or fewer ghosts chasing ghosts in different environments. Some of the maps include settings such as prisons, houses, and schools. The overall goal for team members is to try and gather as much data as possible about paranormal activity, to figure out what kind of ghosts are haunting the location – paying them individually. Although it may seem simple, players should not be fooled. Phasmophobia provides some of the biggest scares in any horror game in recent history.
Dead space 3
Dead Space 3 is a survival horror game known for its multi-genre balancing gameplay (the game is also an action-adventure game). For those who may find scary tactics games like Amnesia a bit too heavy, this game is a match. This co-op game has the added benefit of unlockable content that can only be obtained by playing the multiplayer character – John Carver.
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White noise 2
If players want to mix mystery, horror and teamwork, they should look no further than White Noise 2. In this cooperative game, four players investigate to find the creature. Meanwhile, the creature plays with its own team and tries to devour players. This game is enjoyed with five players at a time. For gamers who aren't looking for long story-driven horror games and instead want to play a match before starting their day, White Noise 2 is a good choice.
Silently
Another game similar to White Noise 2 is the survival horror game, In Silence. This game has groups of two to six humans trying to hunt the monster or survive the night in the woods or in a decrepit house. The monster tries to find players based on their real voices. The challenge here is the need for humans to both be silent and communicate with each other, forcing them to choose their words wisely.
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