by So, if you have a good ol' fashioned LAN party on the brain and want to attend one - or even host one (we can help you out with our guide to LAN parties!) - you're going to want to suggest or bring some of the best LAN party games for maximum fun.
Of course, you can always rely on our guide to modern LAN compatible games, but I've written this four years ago. And a lot, in the games industry, anyway, can happen in just four years.
So these particular games I listed are still considered modern, but at the same time, they are not as modern as they could be. So, I'm back with a brand-new, freshly updated list, dubbed: Your Guide to Modern LAN Compatible Games - 2019 Edition.
Basically, I will list the top 15 games to consider for your LAN party. Alongside the titles I will provide you with a brief synopsis as well as the technical specifications, so you can decide whether or not everyone attending will have laptops capable of supporting.
Note: These games will have been released between 2017 and July 2019.
So without further ado, here is our list of several even-more-modern LAN-compatible games.
List of LAN-Compatible Games
Final Days
Number of Players: 16
Final Days is a twin-stick shooter that is not only cheap but also highly rated on Steam. The main goal? Battling endless hordes of mutants. It takes skill and teamwork to survive the masses!
Minimum System Requirements
OS: Windows 7
Processor: 1.5GHz CPU
Memory: 1GB RAM
Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compliant (feature level 9_3)
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 250 MB available space
Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compliant
Recommended System Requirements
OS: Windows 10
Processor: Dual-core 2GHz CPU
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Gaming graphics card released in the last 5 years
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Note: (Windows Media Player is required for music playback)
Portal Knights
Number of Players: 4
Portal Knights is a 3D sandbox RPG that allows for strong customization of your character, but what makes it fun is the real-time co-op experience. You are able to explore dozens of randomly-generated islands, build, craft, and more.
Minimum System Requirements
OS: 64bit Versions of Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
Processor: AMD Phenom(tm) 8450 Triple-Core Processor (3 CPUs), ~2.1GHz or Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 @ 3.0 GHz
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 470 (1Gb VRAM) / ATI Radeon TM HD 6870 (1Gb VRAM)
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 8 GB available space
Sound Card: On Board
Recommended System Requirements
OS: 64bit Versions of Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-8400, 4.0 GHz
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Graphics: Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, 4 GB
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 8 GB available space
Sound Card: On Board
Dragon Quest Builders 2
Number of Players: 4
Dragon Quest Builders 2 is the recent sequel to the original Dragon Quest Builders, which is essentially a Dragon Quest RPG mixed with Minecraft. However, this second iteration builds and improves upon the first, creating a title that has scored as high as the main-numbered entrants of the Dragon Quest series.
With Dragon Quest Builders 2, you must stop an ancient evil by exploring huge islands, building towns, and more. You'll be able to swim, dash, glide and fast travel your way around the map with three other players.
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Battlezone: Combat Commander
Number of Players: 14
This FPS-RTS hybrid is a remaster of the original Battlezone II, but this time around it comes complete with Steam Workshop support, new achievements, a DX11 renderer, shader-based rendering, and upscaled terrain.
Minimum System Requirements
OS: 64-bit Windows 7, 64-bit Windows 8.1 or 64-bit Windows 10
Processor: 3.0 GHz Intel Core2 Duo/AMD Phenom II
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: DirectX 11.0 compatible graphics card with 1GB of memory
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 10GB required
Din's Legacy
Number of Players: 16
Din's Legacy is an action RPG that features mutating characters - Dark Orcs (tainted with Orc blood), Zombielords (infected via zombie parasite), and the Mutated (necromancer magic). You'll be able to experience your character mutating over time. You'll also be able to guide your character's evolution by suppressing any unpleasant mutations and choosing the skills you desire. The world is also dynamic, perfect for co-op play.
System Requirements
Windows
OS: XP
Processor: 2.0 GHz Core Duo
Memory: 512MB
Graphics: GeForce 2
Storage: 500MB
Mac OS X
OS: OS X 10.4 (Tiger) to 10.14 (Mojave)
Processor: 2.0 GHz Core Duo
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: GeForce 2
Storage 500MB
Notes: The OS must support at least 32-bit applications
SteamOS + Linux
Processor: 2.0 GHz Core Duo
Memory: 512MB
Graphics: GeForce 2
Storage: 500MB
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
Number of Players: 4
Yes indeed, we have another Switch entry here. Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, but that doesn't mean you are barred from LAN play.
But seriously, it's Monster Hunter in a Nintendo Switch format.
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Overcooked! 2
Number of Players: 4
Want to rage at each other, Gordon Ramsey style? Introducing Overcooked! 2. It is fun but damn can it get frustrating, especially when you encounter unforeseen circumstances, e.g. falling fire, conveyor belts, portals, etc., all in an effort to save the kingdom from the walking bread.
Yes, I said that correctly.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC
Minimum System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows 7 64-bit
Processor: Intel i3-2100 / AMD A8-5600k
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: GeForce GTX 630 / Radeon HD 6570
DirectX: 11
Storage: 3GB
Mac OS X
OS: MacOS Sierra - 10.12.6
Processor: 2.7GHz Intel Core i5
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GT 640M
Storage: 3GB
SteamOS + Linux
OS: Mint 18 / Ubuntu 16.04.01
Processor: Intel i3-2100 / AMD A8-5600K
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: GeForce 450GTS
Storage: 3GB
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Recommended System Requirements
Windows
OS: Win 7 64-bit
Processor: Intel i5-650 / AMD A10-5800K
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 / Radeon HD 7510
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Mac OS X
OS: MacOS High Sierra - 10.13.1
Processor: 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5
Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 560 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 780m
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
SteamOS + Linux
OS: Mint 18 / Ubuntu 16.04.01
Processor: 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5
Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 560 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 780m
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition
Number of Players: 4
A classic coming to you! The RPG classic Neverwinter Nights gained plenty of fame over the years, so it was only a matter of time before an Enhanced Edition was to be released - and it did, in late 2018. And what better of an experience than to play the Enhanced Edition with three other pals?
System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows 7, 8, or 10
Processor: 1GHz
Memory: 1GB
Graphics: OpenGL 3.0 compatible
Storage: 10GB
Mac OS X
OS: Mac OS X 10.9
Processor: Dual Core Processor
Memory: 1GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.0 compatible
Storage: 10GB
SteamOS + Linux
OS: Ubuntu 12.04, Fedora 21, Debian 8
Processor: Dual Core Processor
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.0 compatible
Storage: 10 GB available space
Age of Empires: Definitive Edition
Number of Players: 4
Age of Empires is a classic strategy title series that birthed a number of titles, including the spin-off Age of Mythology. Over seven titles and three spinoffs exist, so it was only a matter of time before Age of Empires was due for a remaster. Well, the Definitive Edition is here, available for Windows 10 (and Steam in 2019).
Minimum System Requirements
OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: 1.8GHz+ Dual Core, Intel i5 or AMD equivalent
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: DirectX 11-compatible card with 1GB VRAM (Intel HD 4000, Nvidia GT 430, Nvidia GT 425M, AMD Radeon HD 5500, or Mobility Radeon 5650)
DirectX: 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 20GB
Recommended System Requirements
OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: 2.4 GHz i5
Memory: 16GB
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 650 / AMD HD 5850
DirectX: 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 20GB
Call of Duty: WWII
Number of Players: 4
It's Call of Duty set in World War II. 'Nuff said.
Minimum System Requirements
OS: Windows 7 64-Bit
Processor: CPU: Intel® Core i3 3225 3.3 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1400
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660 @ 2 GB / GTX 1050 or ATI® Radeon HD 7850 @ 2GB / AMD RX 550
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 90 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
Stardew Valley
Number of Players: 4
Stardew Valley is one of the best indie games out there, which is impressive considering its development team consisted of one person. It's like Harvest Moon - but better than the modern lineup of Harvest Moon titles. With action-oriented combat, akin to Rune Factory.
Fair warning: it's addictive.
System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows Vista or greater
Processor: 2 Ghz
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: 256 mb video memory, shader model 3.0+
DirectX: Version 10
Storage: 500 MB
Mac OS X
OS: Mac OSX 10.10+
Processor: 2 Ghz
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: 256MB video memory, OpenGL 2
Storage: 500 MB
SteamOS + Linux
OS: Ubuntu 12.04 LTS
Processor: 2 Ghz
Memory: 2GB
Graphics: 256MB video memory, OpenGL 2
Storage: 500 MB
Civilization VI
Number of Players: 6
Civilization VI is the... sixth iteration of the Civilization franchise known for its strategic play, one more hour turning into 20, and Gandhi nuking the hell out of your empire.
Minimum System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows 7 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i3 2.5 Ghz / AMD Phenom II 2.6 Ghz
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: 1GB AMD 5570 / 1GB Nvidia 450 / Intel Integrated Graphics 530
DirectX: 11
Storage: 12GB
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device
Mac OS X
OS: 10.11 (El Capitan) / 10.12 (Sierra)
Processor: Intel Core i5 2.7Ghz
Memory: 6GB
Graphics: 1GB GPU Minimum - GeForce 775M / Radeon HD 6970 / Intel Iris Pro
Storage: 15GB
SteamOS + Linux
OS: Ubuntu 16.04 (64bit)
Processor: Intel Core i3 530 / AMD A8-3870
Memory: 6GB
Graphics: 1 GB VRAM Minimum - NVIDIA GeForce 650
Storage: 15GB
Recommended System Requirements
OS: Windows 7 64-bit
Processor: Fourth Generation Intel Core i5 2.5 Ghz / AMD FX8350 4.0 Ghz
Memory: 8GB RAM
Graphics: 2GB AMD 7970 / nVidia 770
DirectX: 11
Storage: 12GB
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device
Divinity: Original Sin 2
Number of Players: 4
Divinity: Original Sin 2 is the sequel to the original Divinity: Original Sin, a 4-player co-op RPG where you can essentially shape your own story and characters (with maximum customization). The second title is more in-depth, characterization wise - as in there are built in stories for several characters that you can choose, though you can also create a custom character without a backstory.
Minimum System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows 7 SP1 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i5
Memory: 4GB
Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 550 / ATI Radeon HD 6XXX
DirectX: 11
Storage: 60GB
Mac OS X
OS: macOS 10.13.6 High Sierra
Processor: Core i5
Memory: 8GB
Graphics: HD Graphics 5000 / Radeon R9 M290X (Nvidia cards are not supported on this platform)
Storage: 20GB
Recommended System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows 7 SP1 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i7
Memory: 8GB
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 / AMD R9 280
DirectX: 11
Storage: 60GB
Mac OS X
OS: macOS 10.14.2 Mojave
Processor: Core i5
Memory: 8GB
Graphics: HD Graphics 630+ / Radeon R9 M390X / eGPU
Storage: 20GB
Splatoon 2
Number of Players: 4
A kid-friendly shooter featuring tons of ink and a post-apocalyptic backstory. Yes, the story is... actually downright depressing, but you can have tons of fun with friends via competitive mode or co-op mode.
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Honorable Mention: I have one quick mention. What should be on this list is Rocket League, the awesome LAN-compatible soccer/car hybrid, but the reason why I haven't exactly added it onto the list is due to the fact it will be Epic exclusive in the future - as Epic acquired developer Psyonix - and thus taken down from the Steam store pages.
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