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Low Stakes Cozy Co-op Game Suggestions? (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 2 days ago* (last edited 1 day ago) by Purpsle@sh.itjust.works to c/patientgamers@sh.itjust.works

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I’m looking to set up a co-op video game night with my friends and I’m looking for suggestions for a cozy game we can all play together virtually. We all enjoy Stardew Valley but we’ve all played it and I’d like to start something new with them. Looking for ideas that would allow me to walk away from the computer if I need to take care of my kids but still allows my friends to continue playing.

Here’s some parameters to narrow down the list:

switch, Steam, or GOG availability
can walk away and not die without having to pause for my friends
preferably affordable
lower graphics requirements, we all have older hardware
game controller compatible
fun to play over multiple short sessions
either 2 player or up to 4 players

Thanks everyone in advance!

Edit: I’m so excited with all the suggestions! I realized I should put co-op in the title and add the number of players. Might be anywhere between 2 and 4. Even the single player suggestions I’ve been getting are so up my alley I’m excited to check them out. This was my first post on this platform and it’s been amazing thank you!

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[–] ProdigalFrog@slrpnk.net 4 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

Dome Keeper is a really fun up-to 4-player co-op game about digging for minerals beneath a dome and defending it from creatures on the surface who try to break in every so often.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1637320/Dome_Keeper/

It's mostly a chill game, but the defense of the dome can be exciting, though only one player needs to actually man the defenses, the rest can continue to mine below ground.

[–] EnsignWashout@startrek.website 2 points 7 hours ago* (last edited 7 hours ago)

Great recommendation!

And there is an accessible game play mode available that turns off the dome defense portion of the game, as well.

[–] thatsTheCatch@lemmy.nz 2 points 1 day ago

Yes! My partner and I love playing this. I defend and she mines