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From cozy sims to action-oriented ones, here are five casual games to play with your friends right now!
Online games have become a gateway to bonding and hanging out with your friends, whether it’s nonstop Discord calls while listening to music or simply enjoying cozy casual games.
There’s something special about spending the night exploring different parts of a game while your friends are in different parts of the world. If you’re looking for something fun to dive into, here are five casual online games you won’t want to stop playing.
Heartopia
If you’re looking for a cute, chill role-playing neighborhood game to play with friends, XD Games released a slow-paced life simulation last January. It’s not just about hanging out with other players, you can build houses, join fun events, shop for new furniture and outfits every week, and team up for weekly quests together.
The game also includes interactive features where you can show affection and connect through emotes via in-game chatting.
With the latest update, new showrooms have been added to expand customization options, along with a Butterbear Island tour where you can hang out and explore with friends.
R.E.P.O
Want a change of phase and a little bit of thrill while sneaking around? R.E.P.O. is the new craze on Steam. While it has been around for about a year now, its gameplay of sneaking through haunted locations and stealing valuable items through teamwork, has made it a fan favorite among co-op game lovers.
Just be careful not to drop any items, as doing so can cost you money that you’ll need to buy health for your team!
PEAK
Have you always wanted to go climbing with your friends but never found the time to do it? PEAK is a co-op climbing game with different twists and turns in each stage. The game starts as a friendly trip, beginning with a simulated airport where you can take photobooth pictures and dress up before going on an adventure.
Its gameplay features climbing together to finish each “PEAK” and several challenges along the way to test your friendship. It’s up to you and your friends to find out what’s waiting for you at the top!
Roblox
ROBLOX has been around for a while now. From the Grow a Garden hype to Dress to Impress, it has become home to thousands of user-created games. With its easy-to-download platform, you can explore endless types of features.
Whether you’re running a shawarma stall for a day, being chased together by a giant hamster, or traveling across different countries in Roblox-style worlds, the possibilities are endless, and it’s definitely a time sink you’ll enjoy with your friends.
Fortnite
Fortnite is a free-to-play cross-platform game released by Epic Games in 2017. It features live in-game events, including a recent Daft Punk performance that reimagined elements of their Alive 2007 show while expanding on the duo’s signature visual style.
The game also features emotes and dance moves that let you groove with your friends, along with frequent collaborations across major franchises, from anime favorites to Marvel characters, making its skin collection feel almost endless. You can even jump into trending emotes inspired by viral music and TikTok culture to match the latest craze.
Of course, Fortnite isn’t just about concerts and cosmetics. It also offers a competitive battle royale mode where you can team up with friends, fight players from around the world, and aim for that “winner winner chicken dinner” victory together.
Banner images from Heartopia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Heartopia, R.E.P.O., PEAK, Roblox, and Fortnite are all solid picks depending on your preferred pace and playstyle.
Heartopia is free to download and play, with optional in-game purchases for outfits and furniture.
R.E.P.O. is a co-op horror game where players sneak through haunted locations and steal items without getting caught — or dropping them.
Yes, PEAK is available on PC and centers on co-op climbing gameplay with challenges designed for groups of friends.
Fortnite remains active with regular live events, crossover collaborations, and a competitive battle royale mode playable across platforms.