Duo Queue: 5 Co-Op Games You Can Play With Your Significant Other

Love and gaming can be a powerful combo, and teaming up with your partner to play co-op and multiplayer games is definitely fun, but why not take it a step further and play as in-game couples too? Some of the dynamics of these five in-game couples might even reflect your relationship with your partner!

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Cody and May – It Takes Two

From Steam

Cody and May from It Takes Two are a dream pick for couples who love meaningful stories. This co-op-only game puts you in the shoes of a couple facing relationship troubles, transformed into dolls by their daughter’s magical tears. The game challenges you to work together through beautifully designed levels, full of quirky puzzles and heartfelt moments. Cody and May’s journey mirrors real-life dynamics, making it a perfect game for couples who want to laugh, strategize, and even learn a thing or two about teamwork. It’s an unmissable experience for those who want to combine romance with co-op fun.

Fuse and Bloodhound – Apex Legends

From Apex Legends on X

For couples who have an unconventional bond and want to see it reflected in their in-game duo, Fuse and Bloodhound from Apex Legends bring that unique spark to the battlefield. These two prove the adage ‘opposites attract’ when it comes to their playstyles, as Fuse’s explosive abilities wreak havoc on enemies, while Bloodhound’s tracking skills provide crucial intel for strategic positioning. Despite this difference, Fuse and Bloodhound are a match made in heaven. So much so that this in-game couple is set to marry in a future update!

Caitlyn and Vi – League of Legends

From League of Legends

If you and your partner are still riding the high of the series finale of Arcane, then dive into the game that inspired the series and play as Caitlyn and Vi in League of Legends. Just like in the series, Caitlyn and Vi complement each other’s styles well—with Caitlyn’s sharpshooting skills and Vi’s more up-close-and-personal style, you and your partner can dominate lanes and team fights just like this duo did in the show.

Black Panther and Storm – Marvel Rivals

From Marvel

Unleash the ultimate power couple in Marvel Rivals with Black Panther and Storm. These two may not have a romantic link in Marvel Rivals lore, but they do have one in the wider Marvel comics universe. If you and your partner are queueing up as duo duelists, then these two bring a compelling mix of team fight and solo damage-dealing prowess. Unfortunately, these two don’t have direct team-up ability yet, but let’s hope NetEase Games thinks of one for a future update!

Raze and Killjoy – Valorant

From Riot Games

If you and your partner have already been duo-queueing in Valorant, then this pairing should be no surprise.  Long-time fans, who had been picking up on subtle hints in voice lines and in-game interactions, finally got the representation they’d been hoping for when Riot confirmed Raze and Killjoy as a canon couple in Valorant lore. Beyond just lore, though, their in-game chemistry also shines in their in-game abilities. Raze’s explosive, high-energy playstyle perfectly complements Killjoy’s meticulous, gadget-heavy strategies. Together, they create opportunities for creative, coordinated plays that can dominate rounds. For the couple that wants to play as both a power couple in the lore but also a power couple on the battlefield.

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