5 Co-Op Games to Play With Your Valentine

Why spend your free time vying for a Valentine’s Day reservation at an expensive restaurant when you could cozy up on the couch with some takeout and your new favorite game? These five co-op titles require that you and your partner (or pal, or situationship—I don’t judge) work together as you make some cozy, at-home memories.

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Unravel

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5,  Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC

Unravel is a beautifully detailed puzzle platformer. You and your partner will play as a pair of fuzzy Yarnys connected by a single thread. As you navigate a lush landscape, you’ll use that thread to swing over obstacles, pull each other onto platforms, and otherwise support each other, making Unravel a touching fit for an evening with the one you cherish most. If you fall in love with this title, make sure to check out its sequel, Unravel 2, which is said to be even more responsive and charming than the original. (Only the sequel is available on Switch.)

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It Takes Two

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC

I’m hesitant to include It Takes Two since it already gets enough hype, but it’s popular for a reason, so I’d be remiss to leave it out. This co-op adventure game requires that you and your partner move your characters collaboratively as you traverse toy boxes, wintry landscapes, and mysterious gardens—all while unfolding an incredibly heartwarming story. If you’re looking to get teary-eyed, this is the one for you.

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Knights and Bikes

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PC

Knights and Bikes allows for both couch and online co-op play, making it a perfect match for long-distance valentines. You’ll play as BFFs Nessa and Demelza, busy tackling puzzles, navigating hazards, and upgrading their bikes as they explore a colorful island with their pet goose. As with It Takes Two, you’ll have to work together to traverse complex terrain and solve some mild brain-teasers. Knights and Bikes’ charming animation style and humor will have you laughing in no time.

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Overcooked! (1 or 2)

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, PC/Mac

The Overcooked! franchise gets a lot of hate on social media—like Monopoly, it creates more arguments for some couples and families than it solves. Both games test how well you communicate and work together, especially in frantic, time-sensitive scenarios. Overcooked! 1 and 2 are great for duos skilled in the communication and banter departments, but if you’re not quite there yet, you might be best leaving these for an occasion that isn’t Valentine’s Day.

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Snipperclips

Where to play: Nintendo Switch

Snipperclips is a good fit for couples who are short on time or in need of a quieter gaming experience, as each of the game’s at-your-own-pace visual puzzles are just a few minutes long. That said, these puzzles are like potato chips—it’s hard to stop at just one! You’ll snip away at each other’s characters and hop across sheets of grid paper to launch balloons, shoot hoops, and complete other tasks in this 2D title.

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