- Steam pricePrice
- $19.99
- Release
- September 29, 2017
- Session GoalsGoals
- Platforms
How co-op works
Two local players control Cuphead and Mugman through the run-and-gun stages and boss fights. Both attack and parry on one screen, coordinate loadouts and positioning, and can revive a fallen partner by parrying their ghost before it escapes.
About this game
Cuphead is a boss rush action game dressed in the visual and sonic language of 1930s animation. Every frame is hand-drawn cel animation, every background painted in watercolor, and the soundtrack swings with original jazz recordings. The challenge is fierce, and you can tackle it alone or bring a second player locally as Mugman.
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Each stage throws tightly choreographed boss patterns at you, demanding quick reflexes, careful observation, and smart use of your weapon loadouts and parry timing. Playing with a partner doubles the firepower but also the chaos, as you coordinate dodges, juggle aggro, and revive each other when the screen fills with projectiles.
Cuphead supports local couch co-op on the same screen, along with Steam Remote Play Together for online sessions. The unforgiving difficulty and need to learn attack patterns together make it a test of communication and patience, turning every victory into a genuine shared triumph.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Cuphead online with a friend?
Cuphead supports local couch co-op natively, where both players share the same screen. You can also play online together using Steam Remote Play Together, which streams the game from one player's PC to the other.
How does co-op work in Cuphead?
A second player joins locally as Mugman. You both fight bosses on the same screen, sharing firepower and revive opportunities. When one player dies, the other can parry their ghost to bring them back into the fight. It doubles your damage output but also adds chaos as you coordinate dodges and manage aggro together.
Is Cuphead harder in co-op or solo?
Co-op adds complexity-more firepower but also more chaos on screen, and you need to communicate constantly to avoid colliding during dodges. Some players find it easier with a reliable partner who can revive you; others prefer the predictability of solo play. Either way, the boss patterns remain brutally challenging.