Whether you’re playing with mates at home, teaming up over Discord, or jumping into public lobbies, co-op gaming continues to dominate in 2025. But for Australian gamers, there’s a catch — not all games offer low-latency local servers, regionally timed events, or decent matchmaking Down Under.
That’s why we’ve handpicked the 10 best co-op games for Australian PC players this year — based on server performance, player base, gameplay quality, and local support.
Before we get to the list, here’s what we looked for:
🌐 Oceania or Asia-Pacific servers (for lower ping)
🎧 Active local communities or Discord servers
🛠️ Optimised for mid-tier Australian PCs
🎮 Great co-op mechanics – not just multiplayer for the sake of it
💰 Fair pricing or availability through Aussie platforms like Steam AU
Still one of the most chaotic and rewarding squad shooters around. Friendly fire, aliens, democracy — what’s not to love?
🧠 Why it’s great here: Active Aussie Discord groups, reliable APAC servers, crossplay with PS5.
Space dwarves. Mining. Explosives. And beer. One of the most consistent 4-player co-op shooters around.
🎯 Local tip: Runs great on Aussie mid-range rigs. Devs often acknowledge Aussie players on socials.
Yes, it’s “Pokémon with guns” — but it’s also a surprisingly deep crafting-survival hybrid that’s gone full viral in Australia.
💡 Best played co-op, and PvP is optional. Servers are region-diverse and customisable.
The next-gen title has exploded in popularity, and Oceania servers are finally prioritised!
⚔️ Local bonus: Capcom confirmed dedicated Sydney data routing for Wilds.
An old classic that’s been reborn. Build, survive, and fend off zombies with friends in ultra-detailed pixel horror.
🛡️ Why Aussies love it: Heaps of local mods & Aussie-hosted servers.
A rising indie darling that blends horror and comedy perfectly. Team up to retrieve items from abandoned space stations.
🎙️ Best with Aussie voice chat chaos. Minimal system requirements and short session format = ideal for weeknights.
The survival-horror sequel has finally left early access, and it’s even better with mates.
🌲 Aussie streamers are loving it. Supports dedicated hosting with local config files.
This year’s surprise zombie FPS hit – brutal, punishing, and made for teamwork.
🎯 Early access launch included Aussie server support from Day 1.
This stylised rogue-lite shooter blends fast action and strategy. Great fun in 2–4 player squads.
💬 Available on Xbox Game Pass AU, solid Oceania matchmaking.
The latest content update has brought Aussies back into this Viking survival sim in full force.
⚒️ Best enjoyed in 3–5 player co-op with your own Aussie-dedicated server.
Don’t Starve Together – Still a local couch/online co-op gem
Phasmophobia – Ghost hunting + Aussie voice chat = perfect chaos
Warframe – Built-in Aussie server option, and still totally free
Remnant II – 3-player RPG shooter with great sync, even cross-region
Use OCE-tagged Discord servers to find players
Stick to games with dedicated server hosting options if playing with friends
Use Steam AU store filters or sites like IsThereAnyDeal for region-based pricing
Prioritise APAC servers if matchmaking solo
Whether you’re surviving Viking winters or battling aliens in deep space, co-op gaming in 2025 is thriving — and Aussie-friendly support is finally being taken seriously. From latency to launch times, these games show that Australia is more than just a second-tier region.
So gather your squad, update your drivers, and log on with confidence.
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