Summary

Although multiplayer and live-service games continue to become such adominant genre in the gaming industry, finding an easily accessible FPS that accommodates six-player cop-op does prove challenging. Many shooters, likeValorantorOverwatch 2,only allow up to five Co-Op playerssimultaneously.

Looking for a suitable multiplayer game can be tricky. But don’t worry; there are plenty of great options out there. Players can survive in zombie-ridden wastelands, or step into the shoes of an immortal Guardian wielding the powers of The Light to protect the last of humanity. There’s no shortage of unique experiences for groups of six to blast their way through.

DayZ poster of character holding a gun.

In a world where both players and hordes of zombies are all out to get each other, saying thatDayZis an unforgiving experience might be putting it lightly.Gathering weapons, ammo and suppliesis only the first step to surviving in the massive, survivor-filled servers ofDayZ.

This post-apocalyptic zombie survival MMOwill require players to make long journeys to meet each other, and survival is not guaranteed. When the looting grows more desperate, and the hunger stat starts slowly creeping up, death is around every corner of Chernarus. That heated argument over the last tin of sardines could very well spell the end.

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Supporting up to eight players on a server,7 Days to Diesees players building bases during an apocalypse. The primary goal is to make the most of the day/night cycle to survive the dreaded seventh day.

Combining open-world zombie survival and nail-biting tower-defense,7 Days to Diewill have players lootinganything and everything to survive. The game continues to receive regular patches and support from its developers and is bound to test the limits of any friend group.

Captain Price from Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Poster.

An entry into one of the most iconic FPS franchises of all time, there’s no shortage of game modes in Activision’s latest installment that supports player counts of well over 6+ people. Whether playing alongside or against their friends,Call of Dutyis always a reliable and quick set-up group session.

Whether it’s the iconic maps or thefast-paced shooting, every player can use their ownfully customizable weapons and load-outs. They can choose from the plethora of playable operators todominate Nuketown in style.

Battlefield 2042 Poster of three Soldiers charging towards camera.

Battlefield’s vast maps, destructible environments, and jaw-dropping visuals, combined with its numerous ways for player squads to dismantle their enemy team, make it an excellent choice for players searching for a suitable co-op FPS.

Whether it’s perching high up in a tower with a sniper or steamrolling through the front lines in a tank, players have all the creative means of demolition suited for hours of entertaining teamwork. Despite being released in 2021,it still has a very active player base, so it won’t take long for those looking to join in on the chaos to find a lobby.

Rust Poster of character in hazmat suit holding a gun.

In thispunishing experience with PVP combat at its core, players will start off cold, hungry, and with nothing at their disposal but a trusty rock.Rustputs base-building and supply-gathering at the forefront of the experience.

Escaping the harsh environment and building a viable shelter will have players scrambling to whack down every large tree and small creature. Meeting other players, whether they’re friends or foes, will bring some of the most rewarding emergent gameplay experiences in its genre.

Killing Floor 2 Poster, man in gas mask fighting off horde of zeds.

Putting players directly into the heart of a Zed-infested Europe,Killing Floor 2will keep even the most seasoned zombie-slaying veterans on their toes. The high-octane, adrenaline-fueled frenzy of a campaign will be more than enough to sate any group’s monster-shooting needs.

Players must survive the increasingly tricky and ever-overwhelming waves with up to six players, with each culminating in their own respective boss fights. Theywill have to work as a team if they want to conquer this campaign.

The Forest Poster with axe holstered in pile of skulls.

After a lengthy stay in early access,The Forestsees up to eight friends stranded deep in the middle of a seemingly “desolate” (cannibal-infested) jungle, having been the only survivors of a plane crash.

Though the game doesn’t have much in the way of a narrative, the only real goal is for the players to find their son, who was separated from them in the crash. Scavenging to build and survive another day will lead players into hilarious and downright terrifying situations.

Hell Let Loose Deluxe Edition Poster

Hell Let Looseis theperfect FPSfor friend groups looking for anauthentic, tough-as-nails war game experience. It is a boots-on-the-ground, authentic WWII shooter that still leaves players with all the tools at their disposal to utilize against the enemy team.

It’s as fun as it is down-to-earth and gritty.Hell Let Loosedoesn’t pull any punches, and it’s an excellent choice for those looking for a more realistic and intense shooter.

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Despite not being the most talked-about game,Destiny 2has garnered an incredibly loyal player base since its release in 2017. Parties will have to make the most of each of the three available classes to shoot, punch, or harness the power of lightning to blast their way through the relentless onslaught of the alien Scorns.

Each playable class has plenty of potential subclasses to choose from. This, coupled with the constant cycle of shooting and looting, will have every player hooked on the feeling of finally getting that new exotic headpiece.