In 2025, something unexpected happened in gaming: players started chasing chaos and laughter instead of wins. A new informal genre has emerged among co-op titles — one that’s all about playing with friends, embracing jank, and turning failures into memories. This phenomenon has been dubbed “friend-slop.” What started as a joke on social media became one of the biggest gaming trends of the year, shaping how players and indie developers think about multiplayer. What Friend-Slop Games Are Friend-slop refers to co-op games designed to be fun because they’re clumsy, chaotic, and best experienced with friends. These titles don’t focus on polished mechanics or deep single-player storytelling — instead, they thrive on spontaneous gameplay moments that are hilarious to watch and play. Notable examples include: Peak — a cooperative climbing adventure with unpredictable moments and plenty of laughs. REPO — a survival-style co-op that rewards teamwork but punishes perfection....
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