Valentine’s Day is here and we think engaging in some high-quality two-player gaming is the best way to show someone you truly have *heart eyes* for them.
Therefore, we asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this list of our ultimate two-player games that are perfect for your virtual or in-person Valentine’s date.
Our Favourite Two-Player Games to Play this Valentine’s Day!
Looking for something to spoil your gaming partner? We’ve got a comprehensive gift guide so you can find the perfect thing for your player two.
Baldur’s Gate 3
Take your Valentine on an adventure in Baldur’s Gate 3. This expansive party-based RPG lets you explore the Forgotten Realms with an unforgettable cast of companions and your own unique hero. The online multiplayer allows you to combine forces and simultaneously attack your enemies or opt for the divide-and-conquer approach, each taking on different quests and agendas.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Official Specifications
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 4690 AMD FX 8350 | Intel Core i7 8700K AMD R5 3600 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 970 AMD RX 480 4GB+ of VRAM | NVIDIA 2060 Super AMD RX 5700 XT 8GB+ of VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 150GB available space | 150GB available space |
| Additional Notes | SSD required | SSD required |
Best PC to Play Baldur’s Gate 3
OcUK Gaming Mach 3 Pre-Built PC
Enjoy Baldur’s Gate 3 and all your other two-player adventures at 1440p with the OcUK Gaming Mach 3. This pre-built gaming PC has been engineered to balance performance and affordability, delivering plug and play premium gaming for less! The Mach 3 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D CPU, utilising innovative 3D V-Cache to ensure ultra-efficient processing in all your workflows. Plus, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super will bring Baldur’s Gate 3 to life in phenomenal detail. (Astarion deserves it.)
Better yet, the Mach 3 is fully pre-built, tested, and ready to ship next day (stock allowing). Need more? It’s also covered by our three years parts and labour warranty for that extra peace of mind.
OcUK Gaming Mach 3
- Pre-built PC – 1440p performance on a budget
- AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D CPU with 3D V-Cache
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super GPU
- 32GB DDR4 RAM and SSD storage
- Covered by our three years parts and labour warranty
Need to know a little more about this Dungeons and Dragons 5e-based RPG? We got you, boo.
Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles
Get cosy with some classic split-screen arcade gameplay on Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles. This remaster takes you back through the 10-level campaign, with new added features like extra characters, updated control mechanics, and even arcade cheats like Big Head Mode. You must work together to take back Theed Palace in this fast-paced lightsaber action game!
Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Official Specifications
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | AMD Phenom II X4 945 Intel Core i5-750 | AMD Phenom II X4 945 Intel Core i5-750 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 AMD Radeon R7 260X Intel Arc A310 | Intel HD 630 AMD Radeon R7 – A12-9800 |
| Storage | 10GB available space |
Best PC to Play Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles
Refract Gaming Jade Pre-built PC:
The Refract Gaming Jade comes equipped with everything you need to enjoy playing It Takes Two and all your other favourite games. Engineered utilising high-quality components, this pre-built system has been expertly crafted for mid-tier gaming and budding content creators. The Refract Jade includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GPU. Unlock seamless performance in both single- and multi-threaded tasks, along with intelligent workload management and photo-realistic visuals for an immersive gaming experience.
Each PC in the Refract Gaming range comes equipped with a three-year warranty which also covers parts and labour, for extra peace of mind.
Refract Gaming Jade
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for mid-tier gaming and budding content creators
- Includes AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GPU
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
Discover everything you need to know about Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles in our dedicated blog!
Overcooked! All You Can Eat
Overcooked! All You Can Eat will test both your cooking skills and your relationship. (No, I swear I did not just totally throw that lettuce at you because you were in my way…) Overcooked! All You Can Eat combines the chaos of Overcooked! 1 and 2, with even more extra content to keep you and your significant other happily playing for many a Valentine’s to come!
Overcooked! All You Can Eat Official Specifications
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7* 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 AMD Phenom II X3 720 | Intel Core i5-2300 2.8GHz AMD FX-4300 3.8GHz |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 6GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 1 GB AMD Radeon HD 5750 1 GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 2GB VRAM AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 8GB available space | 10GB available space |
Best PC to Play Overcooked! All You Can Eat
MSI Sword 16 HX Gaming Laptop
With the MSI Sword 16 HX Gaming Laptop, enjoy your two-player Valentine’s date from anywhere you like! Harness the Intel Core i7-14700HX CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU for ultra-fast speeds, along with enhanced Ray Tracing and AI capabilities. What’s more, with the 16’’ QHD display and up to 240Hz refresh rate, enjoy buttery smooth frame rates that are sure to prove advantageous during gameplay.
MSI Sword 16 HX
- 16” QHD +240Hz display
- Intel Core i7-14700HX CPU
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU
- 16GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB NVMe SSD
- Reshaped for maximum cooling
Raft
Embark on a journey of survival across the ocean this Valentine’s Day in Raft. Gather resources, build your raft, and explore forgotten and dangerous islands as you sail across treacherous, shark-infested waters (insert classic Jaws theme song right here).
Raft Official PC System Specifications
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7* | Windows 7* |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 2.6GHz CPU or equivalent | Intel Core 5 6600 3.3GHz CPU or equivalent |
| Memory | 6GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 700 series or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection required | Broadband Internet Connection required |
| Storage | 10GB available space | 10GB available space |
Best PC to Play Raft
OcUK Gaming Sabre PC Custom PC
You will have everything you need to survive in Raft thanks to the OcUK Gaming Sabre PC. This includes an Intel Core i7-13700F CPU, for superior performance in single- and multi-threaded tasks, perfect for both work and play! What’s more, with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super GPU, enjoy an immersive gaming experience with realistic lighting and shadows.
The OcUK Gaming Sabre is a configurable PC. This means you can make adjustments to the base hardware specification. Customise the PC case, processor, memory, GPU, cooler, storage drives, cables, and operating system.
OcUK Gaming Sabre
- Configurable gaming PC – adjust the base spec to suit your needs!
- Your choice of 13th Gen Intel Core CPUs
- Select an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPU
- Up to 64GB DDR5 RAM
- Choose up to three high-sped SSDs
Portal 2
This Valentine’s Day, you can experience everyone’s favourite puzzle game with your special someone! In Portal 2, you’ll no longer have to face GLaDOS’s challenging puzzles alone. You’ll have to work together, of course with that trusty portal gun, to solve her series of tests and escape.
Portal 2 Official PC System Specifications
| Components | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7* |
| Processor | 3.0GHz CPU or higher |
| Memory | 2GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 7600 AMD Radeon X600 or higher |
| DirectX | Version 9 |
| Storage | 8GB available space |
Best PC to Play Portal 2
OcUK Gaming Radiance Blazer Custom PC – Powered by ASUS
The OcUK Gaming Radiance Blazer comes equipped with all the high-quality hardware you need to solve GlaDOS’ puzzles and escape the Aperture Science Laboratories. Harness the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU to unlock ultra-fast processing speeds and enhanced Ray Tracing capabilities. Plus, with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, wave goodbye to pesky loading times and input lag during those crucial in-game moments.
The OcUK Gaming Radiance Blazer is one of our custom gaming PCs, meaning you can configure the base spec to better suit your needs. Adjust the PC case, memory, graphics, storage, and operating system. Please note that any changes will affect the pricing.
OcUK Gaming Radiance Blazer – Powered by ASUS
- Custom gaming PC – configure the base spec to suit your needs!
- AMD Ryzen 5 7600X CPU
- Select an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPU
- Up to 64GB DDR5 RAM
- Choose up to three high-speed SSDs
Learn more about how Portal has been optimised for RTX ray tracing!
Feel the Love
We have more Valetine’s-inspired gaming for you if these don’t quite fit your date night vibes.
Share Your Valentine’s Plans:
What games will you be playing this Valentine’s Day? We’d love to hear your plans in the comments below.
PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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Cool list! Moving Out is another great one to play on my MSI laptop 🙂
Moving Out 2 is now in the library too.
Yaaasss! We loved Moving Out 2 – 10/10 would recommend