A curated selection of high-quality shooters that support split-screen cooperative gameplay on next-gen consoles, perfect for players looking to team up on the same couch.
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The latest entry in the beloved franchise brings intense 2-4 player co-op combat. While it lacks traditional split-screen, it is a premier local cooperative experience for PS5 players specifically.
Offers robust 2-player split-screen co-op for both local and online play. Players can enjoy the series' signature loot-driven gameplay and humor on the same console without needing extra hardware.
Features a dedicated split-screen mode allowing two players to join the campaign or zombies together. It remains a staple for local multiplayer sessions with high-fidelity graphics on next-gen systems.
Continues the split-screen tradition for two players in multiplayer and Zombies modes. This installment offers refined gunplay and tactical shooter elements suitable for close-quarters cooperative play.
While primarily battle royale, the integration with Modern Warfare II allows for limited local co-op functionality in specific modes depending on updates. Check current patches for split-screen availability.
Supports two-player split-screen for certain activities like strikes and patrols. It provides deep loot mechanics and sci-fi shooter action, ideal for friends wanting to tackle raids together locally.
Although an action RPG, its loot-shooter mechanics make it a top pick for local co-op. Up to two players can join via split-screen, offering endless dungeon crawling and gear acquisition.
A classic co-op zombie shooter that supports two-player split-screen on PC and older consoles. Note: Native split-screen is not available on PS5/Xbox Series X via backward compatibility without workarounds.
Includes Borderlands 2 and SMITE for local play. While the main games do not support split-screen on current gen consoles, this collection is often cited for its local multiplayer legacy.
A fast-paced roguelike shooter supporting up to four players online, but local split-screen is not natively supported on PS5/Xbox Series X. Included for genre relevance as a co-op shooter.
Excellent cooperative dwarf shooter, but it does not support local split-screen on consoles. It is listed here as a premier co-op alternative for players who can share a controller.
Features local split-screen for up to four players in its co-op campaign. While hack-and-slash, its loot-shooter loop and simplicity make it great for casual local sessions.
A 2D roguelike shooter that supports local co-op. It offers challenging gameplay and diverse characters, perfect for friends who prefer 2D action on the same screen.
Features a beat-em-up style with shooter elements and supports local co-op for up to six players. It is not split-screen but allows multiple controllers, ideal for group play.
Part of the backward-compatible library, it supports two-player split-screen for its campaign. It remains a strong choice for fans of cover-based tactical shooters on Xbox Series X.
Continues the series' tradition with robust split-screen support for two players. It offers advanced tactical mechanics and high-performance gameplay on Xbox Series X with 120fps options.
While primarily racing, it offers split-screen co-op. Included here to highlight that many Xbox exclusives support local multiplayer, even if they aren't traditional shooters.
An action-adventure game requiring split-screen co-op. It is not a shooter but is highly recommended for local play due to its innovative mechanics and mandatory two-player perspective.
Another cooperative-only title requiring split-screen. It features prison breaks and heists, offering a narrative-driven experience that complements high-octane shooter sessions.
A puzzle-platformer supporting local split-screen co-op. It is included for variety, showing that local multiplayer options extend beyond the shooter genre on next-gen consoles.
A chaotic cooking simulator that supports local co-op. It is not a shooter but provides excellent local multiplayer bonding for groups who want a break from combat-heavy games.