The 15 best multiplayer games for PS5/PS4 and Xbox in 2021

The 15 best multiplayer games for PS5/PS4 and Xbox in 2021

5. Apex Legends

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Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5 | Release: PC, Xbox One, PS4: February 4, 2019 | USK: From 18 | Apex Legends website |Alternatives: Titanfall 2, Overwatch

Pro
  • Battle Royale in a popular sci-fi setting (Titanfall universe)
  • Heroes and their skills are important
  • Fast gunplay
  • Tactical group gameplay
  • Free2Play and fair
Contra
  • Balancing issues
  • Too few new content

What is Apex Legends? If you can’t get enough of battle royale, but are looking for some new gameplay elements, then check out Apex Legends. The shooter from Respawn Entertainment skillfully combines battle royale and hero shooter elements. The fights are fast, and you should play very tactically in a group.

Apex Legends invites you to a quick, action-packed match with friends over and over again. The shooter is one of the best free-to-play shooters you can play in 2019.

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Does Apex Legends work on Next-Gen? Yes, according to Sony it should be playable on PS5, although certain features may not be available. You can also play it on Xbox Series X.

4. Destiny 2

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Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5 | Release: PC: October 24, 2017, Xbox One, PS4: September 6, 2017 | USK: From 16 | Destiny 2 website | Alternatives: The Division 2

Pro
  • Cool presentation
  • Teamplay is important: Exciting mix of MMO and shooter
  • Hunting for better loot
  • Many tasks to complete
  • Base game is free
Contra
  • Endgame is somewhat grindy
  • Story offers well-known elements (good against evil), does not exploit potential

What is Destiny 2? Bungie’s loot shooter skillfully mixes many of the best elements of various genres. At times it feels like an MMO, but on missions, you are traveling in a small group with friends. In the fast shooter battles, it is also about finding better loot.

In addition, there is an exciting story. If you enjoy such a mix of several genres, then dive into the multiplayer battles of Destiny 2, which constantly invites you to search for new loot. The MMO shooter is currently one of the best online shooters.

Just on November 10, 2020, the latest expansion Beyond Light was released:

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Does Destiny 2 work on Next-Gen? Yes, Destiny 2 already works on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. However, a special version for Next-Gen will only be available on December 8. This should even offer 120 FPS in PvP.

3. FIFA 21

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Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5 | Release: PC, Xbox One, PS4: October 9, 2020 | USK: From 0 | FIFA 20 website | Alternatives: PES 2020

Pro
  • Very good ball physics
  • Players with strengths and weaknesses
  • Couch co-op
  • Fantastic football atmosphere with many licenses
  • Adjustments to many modes
Contra
  • AI is not optimal, gameplay is not as free as PES
  • Pay2Win in Ultimate Team game mode

What is FIFA 21? Football fans cannot miss FIFA 21. It is probably one of the most played multiplayer games ever. Visit your buddy, grab the controller, and a fast match begins.

FIFA 21 perfectly implements the stadium atmosphere and constantly invites you to play. Playing football on console or PC is really fun.

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Does FIFA 21 work on Next-Gen? Yes, the football game can be played on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

2. Warframe

Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, Switch | Release: PC: March 25, 2013, Xbox One: September 2, 2014, PS4: November 29, 2013, Switch: November 20, 2018 |USK: From 16 | Warframe website | Alternatives: Anthem

Pro
  • Excellent science fiction atmosphere
  • Warframe suits with different abilities
  • Regular updates
  • Lots of content
  • Free2Play and fair
Contra
  • Somewhat slow start, new players may feel overwhelmed
  • Sometimes somewhat “grindy”

What is Warframe? Fighting aliens in a powerful combat suit is what many desire. And Warframe makes that dream come true. Every Warframe suit has different abilities and must be used tactically.

Along with friends, you experience exciting missions in grand atmosphere and action-packed battles, which always motivates further play. A multiplayer highlight! We answer here, why fans love Warframe so much.

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Does Warframe work on Next-Gen? Yes, Warframe can already be played on Next-Gen. An update for PS5 has even been announced, which will provide faster loading times and a 4K resolution. The release is planned for 2020. After the PS5 version, an update for Xbox Series X is also to follow.

1. Fortnite

Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, Switch, Android,| Release: PC, Xbox One, PS4: July 25, 2017, Switch: June 2018, Android: July 21, 2017 | USK: From 12 | Fortnite website | Alternatives: PUBG

Pro
  • Fast battle royale battles
  • Good for short matches
  • Cool building mode
  • Something is always happening with regular updates
  • Playable on almost every platform
  • Free2Play and fair
Contra
  • Cartoonish graphics can be a matter of taste and not everyone’s cup of tea
  • No real story

What is Fortnite? Fortnite is the quintessential multiplayer game. Not only because of the fast battle royale fights and building possibilities, but also because you can play it pretty much on any platform. Just play a round on the go on your phone and then continue at home on the PS5.

Fortnite is simply captivating. The gunplay is very well done, matches are never too long and the hunt for new skins is motivating. Fortnite is not for nothing currently the most popular multiplayer game in the West.

However, there is currently a dispute between Epic Games and Apple. That is why Fortnite is currently not available in the App Store:

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Does Fortnite work on Next-Gen? Yes, Fortnite can be played on Next-Gen and offers even 4K, 60 FPS and faster loading times than before.

With these 15 “best” multiplayer games for PS4 and Xbox One, you should have a lot of fun.

Did you know? We also asked you which multiplayer games you think are the best of all time. This is what came out:

These are the 50 best multiplayer games of all time – You voted

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