Best Co-Op Games For After Thanksgiving Dinner

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We’ve all experienced that post-Thanksgiving feeling: a full stomach, a bit of regret over extra helpings, and a serious case of the slows. With the turkey digested and football on in the background, you’re looking for anything to distract you from that second slice of pumpkin pie. Thanksgiving dinner is done, but the effects are still being felt. So, let’s talk about cooperative games – games you can play with others.

If you’re celebrating Thanksgiving with a large group of non-gamers, party games are a great choice. But if you’re just with a few friends who also enjoy gaming, a classic co-op game might be more fun. You could even play online with friends and take a break from family time! Ultimately, choose whatever sounds best for you.

Overcooked! 2

The Thanksgiving Dinner Goes Full Co-Op Circle

The Overcooked games are incredibly fun to play with friends and family, and they’re especially perfect for Thanksgiving. Since Thanksgiving is all about cooking and being in the kitchen, playing Overcooked afterwards feels naturally connected. In these games, you and your teammates work together to run a busy restaurant kitchen, trying to fill orders as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Okay, so even when my friends and I are trying to be coordinated in Overcooked, things almost immediately fall apart – it’s total chaos! But honestly, that’s part of the fun, because how well we do (or, let’s be real, don’t do) is what makes it exciting. If we’re all a little slow on the uptake, it gets even better. We’re talking shouting, laughing, and everyone just generally losing it – it’s ridiculously fun, seriously!

I’m really enjoying Overcooked! All You Can Eat – it’s got both games! And honestly, Overcooked! 2 is a big step up from the first one. It’s just more fun to play with friends.

Castle Crashers Remastered

Save The Princesses To A Chorus Of Thanksgiving Burps And Farts

Fighting games are great for playing with friends, but many are too challenging for casual get-togethers. Shredder’s Revenge is an option if everyone knows how to play. Castle Crashers is a good choice because it’s both rewarding for skilled players who want a challenge and fun for those who just want to enjoy a colorful, action-packed game without needing to be experts.

Behemoth’s game focuses on the most essential elements of its genre, streamlining them to create a gameplay experience that’s easy to pick up but hard to put down. While it includes some RPG features like Castle Crashers, they aren’t crucial to the fun. Simply start the remastered version, grab some controllers, and enjoy a colorful, laid-back adventure as a knight.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder

End A Wonderful Thanksgiving Day With A Touch Of Co-Op Mario Magic

There are tons of great Mario games to choose from for local multiplayer. Mario Kart and Mario Party are classic choices for competitive fun, and Luigi’s Mansion 3 offers a relaxed cooperative experience. But Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the best modern co-op game in the series, and it’s so true to the original Mario gameplay that most players will pick it up quickly.

The levels in Wonder are usually beautiful, not very challenging, and fairly simple, but they still require players to focus. What really makes the game special is playing with others – good levels become fantastic when you team up, though things can get a little hectic. I personally think two-player co-op is best, as four players can be overwhelming, but even that chaos is part of the fun!

Human Fall Flat

The Closest Thing To A Post-Thanksgiving Dinner Simulator

You might not expect Human Fall Flat to feel… well, relatable, but it actually captures a certain feeling perfectly. What better way to picture a food coma than a bunch of wobbly characters clumsily falling all over the place, as if they’ve completely lost their balance?

While Human Fall Flat can be tricky when you’re trying to actually solve its puzzles, the game is most fun when players are clumsy and chaotic. It’s a relaxed experience with simple controls, so you can still make progress even when you’re not fully focused.

Stardew Valley

The Ultimate Co-Op Game If You Want To Relax And Put Thanksgiving Behind You

If you’re looking for a relaxing game to play after Thanksgiving, either by yourself or with friends, Stardew Valley is a fantastic choice. It now offers local and, more popularly, online multiplayer, making it perfect for unwinding with friends or family after the holiday rush.

Stardew Valley offers a lot of engaging activities that, while familiar to longtime players, are perfect for relaxing without feeling like you’re wasting time. Plus, the game’s cozy autumn atmosphere really feels like Thanksgiving.

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2025-11-26 15:35