Free Local Co-Op Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,724 Local Co-Op games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Local Co-Op game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free Local Co-Op game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,323 positive reviews and 63,814 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
2. eFootball™ 2024
The classic action soccer game with the most up-to-date data! Enjoy the fever pitch of ""real soccer"" in eFootball™ 2024!
eFootball™ 2024 has achieved a Player Score of 43, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,034 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,891 positive reviews and 42,143 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ 2024 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
3. Goose Goose Duck
Time to be a Silly Goose! Immerse yourself in the various environments of the Birdverse of Goose Goose Duck. A game of social deduction where you and your fellow geese must work together to complete your mission. Watch out for those malicious Mallards and other birds!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 61,899 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,011 positive reviews and 7,888 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
4. RISK: Global Domination
Take over the world in RISK Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game.
RISK: Global Domination has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,671 positive reviews and 6,801 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play RISK: Global Domination on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Franchise | SMG Studio |
| Developer | SMG Studio |
| Publisher | SMG Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1128810 |
5. Pool 2D - Poolians
Pool 2D is a free pool game including 8-ball,9-ball,15-ball,3-ball,rotation and blackjack. The graphics are spectacular and the physics are realistic and accurate. Whether you play against the computer or against real players from all over the world online, the action is smooth and fast paced!
Pool 2D - Poolians has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,012 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,011 positive reviews and 1,001 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 12/11/2019 |
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| Steam App Id | 891040 |
6. Holo X Break
Fight your way through endless waves of holoX's minions! Gear up with all sorts of equipment and items in this action packed beat-em-up to reach the 5 bosses of hololive's "holoX", and put a stop to their plans!
Holo X Break has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,011 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,710 positive reviews and 301 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Holo X Break on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/29/2024 |
| Developer | KayAnimate |
| Publisher | holo Indie |
| Steam App Id | 2719150 |
7. Joe 'n Jo
Joe ‘n Jo is a challenging physics-based platformer about two giraffes who are strapped together for eternity. Play solo or with a friend and make your way through unique environments that will test your coordination and patience!
Joe 'n Jo has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 286 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 163 positive reviews and 123 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/19/2024 |
| Franchise | Vultive Entertainment |
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| Publisher | Vultive Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2823860 |
8. PICO PARK:Classic Edition
PICO PARK:Classic Edition is a cooperative local multiplay action puzzle game for 2-10 players.
PICO PARK:Classic Edition has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,323 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 943 positive reviews and 380 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
9. Awesomenauts - the 2D moba
Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game for FREE now! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!
Awesomenauts - the 2D moba has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,564 positive reviews and 4,080 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Awesomenauts - the 2D moba on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/1/2012 |
| Developer | Ronimo Games |
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| Steam App Id | 204300 |
10. The Expendabros
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe. Battle in a flurry of bullets and non-stop action through ten full-throttle missions set amongst the picturesque tree tops and the absurdly dangerous lumber mills teeming with enemy soldiers,...
The Expendabros has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Local Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,528 positive reviews and 499 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/5/2014 |
| Franchise | Free Lives |
| Developer | Free Lives |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 312990 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 17,289 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,564 | 9/30/2021 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,642 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,280 | 2/19/2020 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 342 | 12/11/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 3/29/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47 | 4/19/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 4/27/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 8/1/2012 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 8/5/2014 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 9/7/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 5/24/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 2/14/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 1/16/2018 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 2/15/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 7/22/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 1/21/2019 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/6/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/2/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 2/2/2022 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). eFootball™ 2024 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 14). Pool 2D - Poolians on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Holo X Break on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Joe 'n Jo on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). PICO PARK:Classic Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). Awesomenauts - the 2D moba on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). The Expendabros on Steam. Steam Store.