The Best FPS Games to Play with Friends this Weekend

The weekend has graced us with its presence once more, and it’s time to gather the squad. This time, we’re talking the best multiplayer FPS games. 

First-person shooters cover a wide range of genres, as they are grouped by a game mechanic rather than by themes and style. Plenty of the games we’ve already covered in this series are FPS, so it seemed only right that we did a dedicated post just for them. All you have to do is sync calendars with your mates and make sure your gaming set-up is ready for some multiplayer fun.

Not in the mood for FPS games? Check out the previous entries to our weekend gaming with friend series for alternative inpso! 

MMORPG

Brawlers

Co-op

Battle Royale

Party

MOBA

Strategy

Grand Prix

Sports

Virtual Board Games

Survival

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2 took the place of CS: GO in September 2023. Even so, it is still one of the best-known FPS games available to play today. Building on two decades of experience, CS2 is the next chapter in elite competitive gameplay. It is an objective-based game, with new and updated features, such as redesigned visuals, upgraded maps, and dynamic smoke grenades. Play as either the Terrorists or Counter-Terrorists, and choose from one of the nine game modes, with their own distinctive characteristics. 

Each mode employs different mechanics and multiplayer group sizes. Pair up with your bestie for Wingman’s 2-v-2 bomb defusal game, or team up with four of your mates in the traditional Competitive mode. You have a whole weekend’s worth of gaming with these modes alone – let alone the community-made mods! 

Counter-Strike 2 Official Specifications 

Is your gaming PC a team player or does it need benching? 

Refract Gaming Amber Pre-Built PC 

Our Refract Gaming range of pre-built PCs has been expertly crafted to suit different games and play styles. So why not pick the one designed with CS: GO in mind? The Refract Amber features cherry-picked hardware that make it perfect for running this popular FPS game at 1080p. It can even achieve 280FPS+ on CS2! The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU utilises hybrid core architecture to intelligently manage your workloads whilst the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 beautifully renders your games with AI-enhanced technologies. 

Even better, the Refract Amber comes with three years parts and labour warranty, for that extra peace of mind. 

If you want to know more about Counter-Strike 2 and the two-decade long history, then check out our dedicated article!

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Borderlands 3

Maybe you’re after a little bit of chaos and graphic novel art style? Borderlands 3 is the third instalment of the original looter-shooter series, chock-full of crazy weaponry, explosive gameplay, and colour. You play as one of the four Vault Hunters, each with their own comprehensive skill trees and fighting styles, plus plenty of customisation options to boot. The aim of the game? Score as much loot as you can! Oh, and save the galaxy from the Calypso Twins and their fearsome cult. 

Borderlands 3 can be played solo or co-op. You can play with anyone, at any time via online co-op, regardless of where you’re at with the mission or your level. Perfect for a little bit of weekend gaming with the gang. 

Borderlands 3 Official Specifications 

Can you PC cope with exploring Pandora, or do you need a cheeky upgrade? 

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 Laptop

Take your multiplayer, Borderlands adventures on the go, with the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 laptop. This gaming laptop has it all; an NVIDIA 40 Series GPU, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series CPU, and an aesthetic update to match. The AMD Ryzen 7-7735HS CPU harnesses the power of Zen 4 architecture to facilitate outstanding gaming performance, whilst the NVIDIA RTX 4060 utilises all the latest innovations to expertly render your games. Everything is brought to life on the 15.6” FHD display, armed with a 144Hz refresh rate and G-Sync technology for buttery smooth frame rates – no matter how chaotic the battles may be. 

The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is manufactured and tested to a military-grade standard, but even tufness needs cooling. This gaming laptop is equipped with two 84-blade, high-performance Arc Flow Fans, sporting a variable thickness design that reduces turbulence whilst increasing static pressure. Paired with four exhaust vents and five dedicated heat pipes, this thermal system keeps its cool. 

ASUS ROG Strix GO Core Headset

Great multiplayer gaming needs a headset to go with it. The ASUS ROG STRIX GO Core lightweight gaming headset is an excellent addition to your set-up. Its classic black finish will go with any aesthetic, whilst the premium 40mm ASUS Essence drivers deliver a rich soundscape. Optimised deep bass notes make the immersive listening experience. What’s more, this gaming headset comes with a detachable microphone that is Discord and TeamSpeak certified. This unidirectional mic will make sure you are heard clearly on chat, with mute controls easy to access on the ear cups should you need them. 

Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction 

Take a break from human foes and fight some gruesome aliens called Archæans in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction. This is a co-op tactical FPS with twelve dynamic maps, thirteen mission types, and over ten different Aliens to fight. Each excursion will challenge you, with variables that change in the field and demand you to adapt your gameplay and tactics. There are twenty different Operators to play as and develop, with plenty of REACT gadgets to master, too!  

Play in teams of up to three and fill your weekend with some exciting PvE play. Even better, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction supports crossplay, so you and your mates can still team up if they are playing from a console. 

Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction Official Specifications 

Is your gaming PC ready to take on the alien threat or is it in need of a few upgrades first? 

OcUK Gaming Firefly Plus Configurable PC 

We did pick out from great PCs to play Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction back when it first released, but at Overclockers UK, we like to offer flexibility. The OcUK Gaming Firefly Plus needs to join their ranks. This gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core i5-12400F CPU, armed with hybrid core architecture and Intel Thread Director for intelligent workload management. What’s more, it features an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU and Ampere architecture for AI enhance graphics. The perfect arsenel for fighting aliens.

Even better, this is one of our configurable gaming PCs, meaning you can adjust the base spec to best suit your needs. Customise the PC case, processor, memory, graphics card, operating system, and add up to two SSDs. Please note that changes will affect the pricing.

Want to read up more on Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction? Check out our dedicated guide. 

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Ghosts of Tabor 

Now something for the VR gamers among us. Ghosts of Tabor launched into early access back in 2023 to a very warm welcome. This is the first VR-only FPS survival game, taking inspiration from DayZ and Escape From Tarkov. This game is more than just running around and shooting your fellow players, you need to keep an eye on your health, hunger, and thirst – or they might just get you first! Be sure to stock up on supplies as well as weapons and items for crafting. 

In teams of up to four, eight to twenty players are dropped in a one-hour raid (depending on map size). In this time, you and the squad will face other players, competitive AI, and difficult-to-defeat bosses that drop elite-tier loot.  

Ghosts of Tabor Official Specifications 

What does Ghosts of Tabor require from your gaming PC? 

OcUK Gaming Radiance Ember Configurable PC 

The OcUK Gaming Radiance Ember is VR ready, making it a fine team member for Ghosts of Tabor. Equipped with an Intel Core i5-13600 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti GPU, this gaming PC can expertly handle VR workloads and games. Plus, with 32GB of DDR4 RAM, you can stay focused on your virtual reality without worrying about input lag and latency. Paired with a 500GB SSD and optional add-on drives, this gaming PC has plenty of space for all your VR faves. 

What’s more, the OcUK Gaming Radiance Ember is a configurable gaming PC, allowing you to adjust the base spec to better suit your needs. Choose from a selection of braided cables, graphics cards, operating systems, and add up to three SSDs. Please note that adjustments may affect price and lead time. 

HTC VIVE XR Elite All-In-One VR Headset 

We can’t recommend a VR game without a VR headset, now, can we? The HTC VIVE XR Elite is an all-in-one headset that is compatible with PCVR and includes two controllers. Lightweight and sleek in design, this headset sports a field of view up to 110-degrees and screens with a 90Hz refresh rate. Thanks to stepless IPD (inter-pupillary distance), you can fine tune your viewing experience to be most comfortable for your eyes. Plus, with four tracking cameras, depth and G-sensors, and ergonomic controls, an outstanding VR experience is waiting for you.  

Destiny 2 

Destiny 2 is an expansive MMO with responsive first-person shooter combat. You play as a Guardian, from one of three classes, defending the Last City of humanity. Under siege from infamous villains, you must look to the stars to defeat this dark threat. Develop your Guardian, unlocking powerful elemental abilities and collecting gear for stylish customisation. This is a cinematic story to enjoy solo or with friends. 

There are two multiplayer modes: cooperative and competitive. In co-op, you and a small team of friends can continue the story, conduct quick strike missions, or even take on raids. For competitive multiplayer, go toe-to-toe with your friends in fast-paced, free-for-all battles. Fight in skirmishes, team battles, and PvE/PvP hybrid competitions. Co-op or competitive – both strong contenders for multiplayer weekend gaming. 

Destiny 2 Official Specifications 

Does your gaming PC have what it takes to defend the Last City? 

OcUK Gaming Kestrel Configurable PC 

Protect the solar system with the OcUK Gaming Kestrel. This gaming PC harnesses the power of Zen 3 architecture, with an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 processor boasting six cores and twelve threads. Bringing Destiny 2 and your other games to life is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 GPU, implementing AMD innovations like FSR to create photo-realistic graphics. What’s more, the Kestrel is equipped with up to 64GB DDR4 RAM and lightning-fast SSDs. Slow boot times and lag will be a thing of the past. 

The OcUK Gaming Kestrel is another of our configurable gaming PCs. You can adjust the PC case, CPU, cooler, memory, GPU, storage drives, WiFi, and operating system to best suit your requirements and gameplay style. Once again, any changes may affect price and lead time. 

Destiny 2 is the gift that keeps on giving. There is plenty of DLC content to explore when you’ve mastered the base game. We’ve taken a closer look at both The Witch Queen and The Final Shape.

The Witch Queen

The Final Shape

Lock and Load 

Will you be booting up any of these games this weekend? Or do you have a different go-to FPS to play with the squad? Let us know what you’ll be marathoning this weekend in the comments below! 

PC specs are subject to change.