- Steam pricePrice
- $14.99
- Release
- May 15, 2014
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How co-op works
Two players tackle the Story campaign locally or online. Each level requires partners to jump, push, pull, throw one another, operate blocks, collect gems, and reach the exit; the separate four-player Arena offers competitive and team-based mini-games.
About this game
BattleBlock Theater drops you and up to three friends into a bizarre prison theater run by technologically advanced cats. The campaign is built for two-player co-op, where communication and timing are everything as you navigate devious traps, spike pits, and teleporters to rescue your kidnapped crew and save the mysterious Hatty Hattington.
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Every level demands precise jumps, clever use of throwable blocks, and constant coordination with your partner. You will toss each other across gaps, trigger switches in sync, and occasionally launch one another into danger just to reach the exit. The quirky narration and slapstick physics turn every mistake into a shared laugh.
You can play the story solo or with a friend locally or online, and competitive modes let up to four players battle in arenas with absurd mutators. The blend of cooperative puzzle solving and chaotic versus matches makes it perfect for couch sessions or online hangouts with friends who enjoy fast-paced teamwork.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play the whole campaign in co-op?
Yes, the entire story campaign is designed for two-player co-op, either locally via split-screen or online. You can also play it solo, but many puzzles are built around teamwork and coordination.
Does this game require good communication with my co-op partner?
Absolutely. BattleBlock Theater is built around timing and coordination-you'll need to communicate to trigger switches together, toss each other across gaps, and navigate traps in sync. Expect plenty of chaotic moments that turn into shared laughs.
How many players can play together?
The co-op campaign supports two players. Competitive arena modes support up to four players and include various mutators for chaotic versus matches.
Can I play couch co-op or is it online only?
You can do both. BattleBlock Theater supports local split-screen co-op on the same screen as well as online co-op, so you can team up with a friend however you prefer.