Xbox’s Official “Cozy with Co-op” List of 14 Games Is Here to Save Your Holiday Break

Get “Cozy with Co-op” – Xbox’s 2025 Multiplayer Picks to Warm Your Winter

The holiday season is here again, and Xbox is giving gamers the perfect excuse to stay inside, grab a controller, and share the fun with family and friends. Whether you’re after a laugh-filled couch session or a tense tactical mission online, Xbox’s curated lineup of 14 co-op and multiplayer games brings something for everyone this winter.

From LEGO chaos and fighting aliens to farming, building, and even power washing, this year’s selection highlights the best of what Xbox offers across console, PC, and supported handhelds — many available through Xbox Game Pass.

Party Time: Fun for the Whole Family

First up in the “multiplayer madness” category, LEGO Party stands out as a laugh-out-loud party game built for all ages. Players collect golden bricks across 60 minigames inspired by popular LEGO sets. The combination of wacky challenges, quirky humor, and classic LEGO charm makes it a go-to pick for family game nights. Play split-screen or jump online with up to four players to keep the festive spirit going all evening.

If all that family bonding makes you hungry, Overcooked! 2 turns the kitchen into a chaotic battleground. Available on Xbox Game Pass, this fast-paced cooking simulator challenges up to four players to coordinate meal prep under wild conditions. Expect more shouting than a Thanksgiving dinner — in the best way possible. Overcooked 2 remains a co-op classic and the perfect stress test for any friendship.

Build, Craft, and Survive Together

For something more creative, it’s hard to beat the enduring magic of Minecraft. This year brought new blocks, biomes, mobs, and a refreshed look with Vibrant Visuals. It’s a natural time to revisit this global favorite, whether crafting elaborate snow-covered castles or surviving through winter nights with your crew. Minecraft’s flexibility makes it a cornerstone of co-op play — and yes, still one of the most-played games on Xbox Game Pass.

Adventure seekers can shrink down for a second round with Grounded 2 (Game Preview). Developed by Obsidian, this sequel drops you into Brookhollow Park, where you and three friends must survive as tiny, bug-sized explorers. You’ll craft shelters, brew health smoothies, and battle massive insects with ant-forged armor. The best part? Every discovery sheds more light on the park’s mysteries — and why you were shrunk in the first place.

Fighting Through the Holidays

If you prefer your co-op adventures with a bit more firepower, Arc Raiders throws you and your squad into a sci-fi warzone where survival depends on teamwork. From skirmishes against robot armies to raiding humanity’s crumbling remains, this action-packed extraction shooter gets your heart racing whether you’re playing solo or teaming up online.

Then there’s a blast from the past: Gears of War: Reloaded, a stunning remaster of one of Xbox’s most iconic franchises. Complete with 4K visuals and modernized split-screen gameplay, it’s both a nostalgia trip and a perfect intro for new fans of Delta Squad. Play through intense campaigns or hop into multiplayer and relive Xbox history in high definition.

Clean Up, Decorate, and Relax

Not every holiday game session needs explosions. For slower-paced fun, PowerWash Simulator 2 offers one of the most strangely satisfying multiplayer experiences around. With new split-screen co-op, you and a partner can kick back, spray grime off carnival rides, and clean everything from cars to teapot cottages. With up to four players online, it’s the ultimate stress-free escape — pure zen through suds.

Meanwhile, House Flipper 2 expands on the creativity, letting up to four players clean, decorate, and redesign entire homes together. Split tasks by room or collaborate on a full build in sandbox mode. Whether you love design, renovation, or controlled demolition, House Flipper 2 is another relaxing winter-time hit.

Adventures for Two

Xbox also spotlights a pair of standout two-player titles. Split Fiction is a visually stunning story-driven game from EA that blends action, puzzle-solving, and narrative depth. You and a partner play as two authors pulled into each other’s fictional worlds — think cyberpunk meets fantasy. The Friend’s Pass lets both players dive in even if only one owns the game, a nice holiday gift in itself.

 

If you want something lighter, LEGO Voyagers pairs charm with creativity. Two players take on the roles of tiny LEGO bricks journeying through colorful environments while solving puzzles together. It’s perfect for kids, couples, or anyone looking for a short, feel-good adventure — and it too includes a Friend’s Pass option for shared play.

Farming and Frontier Fun

For cozy gamers, Stardew Valley remains an unbeatable choice. The farming sim supports up to eight players in co-op, allowing you to plant crops, fish, mine, and rebuild your grandfather’s farm together. Whether you’re a veteran farmer or first-time planter, its gentle pace and touching community stories make it a timeless comfort game.

Prefer sci-fi farming over rustic charm? Lightyear Frontier (Game Preview) trades the hoe for a mech suit. This farming-meets-exploration experience sets players on an alien planet to cultivate crops, collect resources, and uncover environmental mysteries — all while piloting customizable exo-mechs. Its cooperative gameplay and stunning landscapes make it one of the most creative sandbox experiences on Xbox right now.

Retro Vibes and Comic Book Chaos

Finally, Xbox rounds out its holiday list with two games soaked in nostalgia and style. Towerborne (Game Preview) reimagines the side-scrolling brawler genre with modern flair. Up to four players can team up to explore the world beyond the Belfry, taking on missions, customizing heroes, and building a story together. Frequent updates have added new content all year, making it a perfect pick to revisit.

On the comic-inspired front, Marvel Cosmic Invasion brings back the glory days of co-op beat ’em ups. Created by the team behind TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, this four-player side-scroller lets you mix and match your superhero roster — from icons like Captain America to deep cuts like Beta Ray Bill — using a “cosmic swap” mechanic for creative combos. Wrapped in pixel-perfect visuals, it’s a nostalgic punch-up for Marvel fans.

Xbox Game Pass: The Best Deal for Holiday Gaming

A huge bonus this holiday season is that most of these titles — from Minecraft and Grounded 2 to Towerborne and Stardew Valley — are available on Xbox Game Pass across console, PC, and cloud. Whether you’re snuggling up with your Series X in the living room or gaming on a handheld on the go, Game Pass ensures your winter is full of gaming options without breaking the bank.

Wrapping Up the Festive Fun

There’s no shortage of ways to celebrate gaming with family and friends this December. Xbox’s curated co-op lineup blends everything from competitive chaos to relaxing creativity. Whether it’s blasting Locusts, washing cars, or planting parsnips, there’s joy to be found in every genre.

So grab your favorite people, charge your controllers, and queue up one of Xbox’s 2025 multiplayer highlights — because this holiday season is all about getting cozy with co-op.