Play the top pick ↗

Editorial pick

The 10 Best Free 2 Player Games on One Device

The best two-player games are the old ones - chess, checkers, Connect Four - because 'easy to learn, hard to master' was perfected long before video games. This list gathers the best free pass-and-play versions you can share with a friend on one phone, tablet or laptop.

Every game here supports two players taking turns on the same screen. No accounts, no downloads: open the page, hand the device back and forth, and let the trash talk begin.

Frequently asked questions

Can two players play on the same device?

Yes - that is the point of this list. Every game is pass-and-play: players take turns on one shared screen.

Can I also play against the computer?

Most titles on this list include a single-player mode against the AI, so you can practice before challenging a friend.

Which game is best for kids and adults together?

Connect Four and Tic-Tac-Toe are the friendliest. Chess and Gomoku give serious players the deepest strategy.

Do both players need their own device or account?

No - one device is enough and no sign-up is required for any game on this page.

Read next