Machine Party Local Co-op & Split Screen Guide

Machine Party supports 2–4 player local couch co-op through shared / split-screen play — confirmed on the Steam store listing. If your group sits in the same room, this is the mode you want.

Does Machine Party have local co-op?

Yes! Machine Party fully supports local co-op for 2-4 players on a single screen. This is one of the game's key features and is available at launch.

How local co-op works

• Up to 4 players share one screen in the same 2–4 player format used online.
• The round structure is identical: one player is active per minigame while the rest watch and react.
• Full controller support is confirmed, so gamepads are the smoothest way to play.
• Each minigame rotates who plays, so everyone gets a turn throughout the session.

Setting up couch play

1. Connect your controllers before launching the game.
2. Start a local session from the main menu.
3. Add players up to the 4-player limit.
4. Begin the first round and rotate as the group plays through the minigames.

Machine Party split screen details

The split screen implementation uses a shared screen format rather than split-screen quadrants. All players watch the same screen, with one player actively controlling while others observe and react. This design works well for Machine Party's minigame structure, where each round focuses on one player's performance.

What to know before buying for couch play

• Local co-op is a confirmed, released feature — no waiting on an update.
• You still need at least two players; solo play is not supported.
• If your group is larger than four, someone sits out each round.
• Controllers are strongly recommended for the smoothest experience.
• The game works well for parties and social gatherings due to its round-robin format.