During the Christmas season, many people spend time with family or friends. We have created a list of Steam games that you can play together during the holidays. These include games that you can play together on the couch as well as online with your acquaintances.
In addition to the number of players, we provide you with the price, the type of multiplayer mode, and the rating on Steam.
There is also a small game description so you have an initial impression of what the game is about (Information as of: December 12, 2022).
MultiVersus
- Number of players: 1 to 4 players
- Price: free
- Multiplayer mode: Online co-op & PvP
- Steam rating: 87% positive reviews from a total of 91,705 ratings
What kind of game is “MultiVersus”? In the fighting game in the style of Super Smash Bros., players fight each other in various settings. The game features various well-known characters from Warner Bros. films and series, including Batman and Arya Stark, to Gizmo or Bugs Bunny, in an arena.
You can find a detailed opinion piece by MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus on MultiVersus.
Through this link, you can go directly to MultiVersus on Steam.
We Were Here Forever
- Number of players: 2 people
- Price: €17.99
- Multiplayer mode: Online co-op
- Steam rating: 91% positive reviews from a total of 6,958 ratings
What kind of game is “We Were Here Forever”? In this puzzle game, you explore the surroundings and solve puzzles to escape the mysterious realm of Castle Rock.
Communication is the key to success here. You are in contact via a walkie-talkie and can consult each other to crack the puzzles.
Note: We Were Here is a game series consisting of 4 parts. You can even play the first game for free here on Steam.
Here you can find a detailed game presentation of We Were Here Forever.
Through this link, you can go directly to We Were Here Forever on Steam.
Ship of Fools
- Number of players: Up to 2 people
- Price: €14.99
- Multiplayer mode: Online & co-op with split screen
- Steam rating: 85% positive reviews from a total of 944 ratings
What kind of game is “Ship of Fools”? With this game, you get an action roguelike, where you play the role of two “Fools”.
With them, you travel the seas and must save your homeland from a mighty catastrophe. You fight sea battles against monsters and take care of your ship. Only by working together will you succeed.
Through this link, you can go directly to Ship of Fools on Steam.
Overcooked
- Number of players: Up to 4 players
- Price: €15.99
- Multiplayer mode: PvP & co-op with split screen
- Steam rating: 91% positive reviews from a total of 10,386 ratings
What kind of game is “Overcooked”? You play a team of chefs who must serve hungry guests together. You prepare different dishes and should serve them quickly. If you are too slow, your guests may leave the restaurant angry.
Through this link, you can go directly to Overcooked on Steam.
Among Us
- Number of players: 4-15 players
- Price: €3.99
- Multiplayer mode: Online PvP & co-op, local co-op
- Steam rating: 92% positive reviews from a total of 567,926 ratings
What kind of game is “Among Us”? In Among Us, you are crew members on a spaceship. The crew members try to complete tasks in the form of mini-games on the ship. However, there are traitors among them who sabotage systems and kill others.
In meetings, you discuss who the traitors among you might be and vote on who will be thrown overboard. In the end, either the traitors or the crew members win, depending on whether all tasks are completed or if the surviving group remains on the ship.
Since December 9, 2022, there is also the new hide-and-seek mode, where one of you acts as the monster and must make the ship unsafe, while the others try to complete their tasks.
Through this link, you can go directly to Among Us on Steam.
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
- Number of players: 2 players
- Price: €14.99
- Multiplayer mode: Co-op with split screen
- Steam rating: 97% positive reviews from a total of 9,457 ratings
What kind of game is “Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes”? One person sees a bomb in front of them and must defuse it within a certain time limit. To do this, you need to solve various puzzles, the solutions of which are explained in the manual.
However, another person has the instructions, which means they cannot see the bomb. Through good communication, you can jointly avert the danger – if not, the bomb will explode.
Through this link, you can go directly to Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes.
Heave Ho
- Number of players: Up to 4 players
- Price: €9.75
- Multiplayer mode: Co-op & PvP with split screen
- Steam rating: 92% positive reviews from a total of 1,492 ratings
What kind of game is “Heave Ho”? The game is about a very basic aspect: Survive! You play creatures that consist of a head and two arms. Together you must move around, climb over dangerous ledges and deep abysses to reach the goal flag.
Through this link, you can go directly to Heave Ho on Steam.
Do you know any other good game recommendations and hidden gems on Steam for playing with friends and family during Christmas?
If so, how were your experiences with them? Did your family get along well with the games, or did you have to give a little tutorial on how the Steam platform works as the only gamer in your environment?
Feel free to write it in the comments!
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