How to Play in Co-op Mode

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Want to add some thrill to your Vampire Survivors gameplay? Invite a friend and learn how to play Co-op with this guide! It also answers FAQs about this mode.

How to Play in Co-op Mode

Is There a Multiplayer Mode for Vampire Survivors?

Multiplayer is Limited to Couch Co-op

Is There a Multiplayer Mode for Vampire Survivors?

Poncle released a couch co-op mode for their gothic horror game, Vampire Survivors, on August 17, 2023. Players can try these on Steam, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, Android, and iOS.

What are the Features of Vampire Survivors Multiplayer?

Co-op Features
Multiplayer Update is Free
Up to 4 Players
Outline and Cursor Color Selection
Players Can Take Turns on Treasure Chests
No Official Way to Play Online
No Co-op Focused Achievements

Vampire Survivors Co-op Guide

Follow this guide if you're interested in trying out the local co-op mode in the game!

Steps to Play Couch Co-op
1 Connect Controllers
2 Select Characters
3 Select Stage and Start
  • 1Connect Controllers

    Connect Controllers

    You must connect multiple controllers to be able to play co-op. If you're playing on PC and prefer to use a controller and one keyboard/mouse, toggle off the "Assign Controller to Player 1" option in the co-op settings.

  • 2Select Characters

    Select Characters

    Once you're on the character selection screen, Player 1 will be the first one to choose. After a character is selected, it becomes unavailable to other players.

  • 3Select Stage and Start

    Select Stage and Start

    Proceed to your selected stage and begin playing with your friends! Take note that players will take turns leveling up, and if one of them dies, their level will transfer to the next player.

Local Co-op FAQs

Can Co-op Be Played Online?

Can Co-op Be Played Online?

Poncle hasn't added an official way to play co-op online at the moment. However, they suggest that players can try using Steam's Remote Play Together feature.

Is Steam's Remote Play Together the only way to play Multiplayer?

You can play with your friend offline since Vampire Survivors is a couch co-op game.

Can I Play the DLCs in Co-op?

Can I Play the DLCs in Co-op?

As long as players own the DLC, they will be able to play its content in this free multiplayer vampire game.

What's the Difference Between Solo and Co-op?

Difference Between Solo and Co-op

There are a few differences in solo and co-op gameplay to make it more challenging. For example, when a player dies in the local co-op, a coffin will appear, which counts down to their revival.

More Players, Lesser Weapon Slots

Another element added in co-op is that when more players join your party, each player will have fewer weapon slots available.

Friendship Amulet Item

Item Description
Friendship Amulet Friendship Amulet Every player gets a level up for one of their existing weapons.

Friendship Amulet is a new item exclusive to co-op. The person who uses this item will grant a level up to all players on a random weapon. If all players have maxed out their weapons, the effect will be applied to a passive.