The world is opening up again, and what better way to reconnect with friends than through some awesome local multiplayer Android games? This curated list features the best local multiplayer games available on Android, offering a mix of same-device and Wi-Fi based options, ensuring there's something for everyone. Ready to dive in?
Best Android Local Multiplayer Games
Let the games begin!
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition
While lacking some of its Java counterpart's modding capabilities, Minecraft Bedrock Edition still delivers the classic LAN party experience. Connect your devices over a local network and build, explore, and conquer together.
The Jackbox Party Pack Series
The ultimate party game collection! This series boasts a huge variety of quick, simple, and hilarious mini-games perfect for gatherings. From trivia to drawing duels, there's something for every kind of player. Multiple packs are available, allowing you to choose your favorites.
Fotonica
Experience a thrilling, fast-paced auto-runner designed for two players on a single device. Get ready for some intense, palm-sweating competition with a friend!
The Escapists 2: Pocket Breakout
Outsmart the guards and escape prison! This strategic game is fun solo, but even more exciting with friends, allowing for teamwork and collaborative escapes.
Badland
Enjoy unique floaty physics-based platforming. While fun alone, adding friends to the same device elevates the experience to a whole new level of chaotic fun.
Tsuro – The Game of the Path
A simple yet engaging tile-laying game where players create paths for their dragons. Easy to learn, perfect for getting everyone involved in the gaming action.
Terraria
Explore a vast open world, battle monsters, mine resources, and build incredible settlements – all with your friends over Wi-Fi. Get ready for hours of collaborative fun!
7 Wonders: Duel
A polished digital adaptation of the popular card game. Play solo against AI, online, or enjoy pass-and-play with a friend right beside you.
Bombsquad
Engage in bombastic mini-games with up to seven friends over Wi-Fi. A companion app even lets your friends use their devices as controllers!
Spaceteam
A chaotic sci-fi adventure demanding teamwork and lots of shouting. If you haven't experienced the frantic button-mashing and communication mayhem, you're missing out!
BOKURA
Teamwork is key in this cooperative experience. Communicate effectively with your partner to conquer the levels together.
DUAL!
A surprisingly fun twist on Pong, played across two devices. Simple, silly, and incredibly entertaining.
Among Us
While online play is great, experiencing Among Us in person adds a whole new layer of suspicion and social deduction. Perfect for in-person deception and fun!
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