Best Local Multiplayer Games on iOS
The trivia game from Ellen DeGeneres that she plays on her show.
Heads Up!
For those who like to play with others with fast paced trivia.
Created by Ellen DeGeneres, this riotous game-night challenge reinvents charades for the app generation. Pick a category, then hold your device up to your head, screen facing outward, and guess the words using your friends’ clues. It’s a riot to play, and you’re sure to have a great time with your friends enjoying this party game.
Why we love it
The game can be played with only one other person, but where’s the fun in that? If you don’t have a large group, you can most likely skip this one.
For those who…
- Like playing with others
- Want quick trivia
- Have a party planned
Not for those who…
- Don’t have a large group to play with
- Don’t care for party games
- Aren’t good at guessing from clues
Guide a creature to each goal
BADLAND
For those who like over the top action, and level based experiences.
Badland takes you on an interesting side-scrolling journey with a quirky little character. This round oddity flies, rolls, and bounces as you continue tapping to keep it moving. You will watch out for dangers, shrink and grow when you must, and enjoy physics-based gameplay.
Why we love it
This adventure has attractive graphics and is set in an almost eerie environment. You must keep moving to survive and look up ahead to prepare for the dangers and obstacles you will encounter. Badland has just the right amount of challenge to make it enjoyable to play.
For those who…
- Love action
- Prefer side-scrolling adventure games
Not for those who…
- Don’t like intense action games
- Like standard puzzle games
Pong mixed with pinball
Multiponk
For those that like pong or air hockey, but want a spiced up version.
This game is pong mixed with pinball, challenging you to keep control of the ball while avoiding traps. You bounce the ball around, using a single finger to control your paddle. In solo mode, you play against the computer, but the real fun is when you get three friends circled around your iPad for a multiplayer game of Multiponk.
Why we love it
Multiponk is perfect for fans of arcade gaming. It features stellar graphics, amazing gameplay, and a unique spin on the classic game of Pong.
For those who…
- Love pong and/or pinball
- Are big fans of multiplayer games
Not for those who…
- Don’t like pong or pinball
- Don’t have the patience to deal with the wacky bonuses and traps along the way
Just remember to work together, as a Spaceteam.
Spaceteam
For those who like co-operative experiences and a Sci-Fi theme.
Spaceteam challenges you to outrun an exploding star. Also, your ship is falling apart. To make matters worse, time-sensitive instructions are sent to your teammates instead of you, so you have to follow their directions to avoid an untimely demise in the outermost reaches of space.
Why we love it
This is a hilarious party game for two to four players. You’ll have a blast shouting technobabble at each other, racing against the clock to survive in a spaceship that’s falling to pieces. Can you work together and survive as a spaceteam?
For those who…
- Enjoy shouting technobabble
- Have ever wanted to be part of a spaceteam
- Love pushing buttons, levers, and switches
Not for those who…
- Don’t have enough iOS or tvOS devices for each player
- Aren’t into science fiction
- Are afraid of dying in space
Race your way around the globe in this fast and furious game!
Pico Rally
For those who like racing, but don’t want to do more than tap the screen with one finger.
You’ll need to master all types of surfaces, like asphalt and dirt, to win in Pico Rally. As you win more races, more tracks will continue to be unlocked like Route 66, Africa, Asia, and the Orient. Along with the fun graphics, players should definitely enjoy the fun car physics. While here isn’t any MFi controller support, yet, up to four players can play at once using their iPhones.
Why we love it
This is a casual racing game that even heavy gamers will love.
For those who…
- Enjoy fast-paced and exciting games
- Are looking for multiplayer action
- Just want to focus on speed
Not for those who…
- Don’t enjoy racing games
- Like steering controls
Table tennis anyone? Get ready to take control of the ping pong table.
Table Tennis Touch
For those who like ping pong in as authentic form as possible with multiple ways to play.
Table Tennis Touch has intuitive swipe controls and different games modes to perfect your ping pong skills. Choose from over 30 paddle designs and challenge your buddies to a friendly competition in an attractive arena with realistic gameplay.
Why we love it
If you enjoy mobile ping pong games, then Table Tennis Touch is one to check out. It’s fast, fun, and perfect for an exciting night with friends.
For those who…
- Enjoy mobile sports games
- Like the table tennis concept
Not for those who…
- Dislike mobile sports games
- Prefer puzzles or casual games
A card game where the cards themselves determine the rules.
Fluxx
For those who like fresh card games with ever changing rules.
Fluxx is the award-winning card game series developed by ex-NASA aerospace engineers that has sold almost one million copies. For iOS, Fluxx has been updated to a new and streamlined version with simpler rules and a brand new look. The rules change based on the cards played, making the game change and evolve over time. No two games will be the same.
Why we love it
Fluxx is a fun card game where you can change the rules based on what cards you put into action. This can lead to a hilariously evolving round where your opponents’ efforts to achieve the goal of the game are constantly being thwarted by the rule changes. You can play either online or offline, with either human or computer opponents.
For those who…
- Love the challenge of a game that changes as you go along
- Enjoy card games
Not for those who…
- Want the rules to stay the same for the whole game
- Hate card games
Fun and games from the wildest space station in the galaxy
Tales From Deep Space
For those who like lengthy adventures with two diverse characters.
To solve all the puzzles and platforming challenges you’ll need to employ both characters’ unique skills, either switching between the protagonists individually, or teaming up with a friend in multiplayer mode. With a distinct visual style, whimsical story, and smart control scheme, this humorous adventure is a joy.
Why we love it
If you want a game about teamwork, look no further. There’s a crazy conspiracy story that leads to a large spanning adventure across a living space station. This game is made for all ages with an accessible style, and kid friendly story.
For those who…
- Like story and adventure
- Play well with others
- Enjoy a well designed experience
Not for those who…
- Like fast paced action
- Don’t enjoy company