Back 2 Back wants to put couch co-op on mobile, with shooting and driving action

Back 2 Back: Couch Co-op on Mobile? Two Frogs Games Takes on the Challenge

Remember couch co-op? That shared screen experience of playing games together in the same room? In today's world of online multiplayer, it might seem like a relic of the past. But Two Frogs Games is betting that the magic of shared, local gameplay hasn't faded. Their new game, Back 2 Back, aims to bring couch co-op to mobile devices.

Targeting fans of collaborative titles like It Takes Two and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, Back 2 Back offers a unique two-player experience. Players take on distinct roles, switching between driver and shooter as they navigate a challenging obstacle course filled with cliffs, lava, and other hazards. One player controls the vehicle, while the other defends against enemies.

Can it Work on Mobile?

The biggest question: can a couch co-op game truly succeed on a mobile platform? The smaller screen size presents an immediate challenge for a single player, let alone two. Two Frogs Games' solution is intriguing, if a bit unconventional. Both players use their own phones to control a shared game session. It’s not the most streamlined approach, but it achieves the goal of local, simultaneous play.

The game's success hinges on a simple but potentially powerful concept: the enduring appeal of playing games with friends in the same room. The popularity of games like Jackbox proves that this type of shared experience remains highly desirable. Back 2 Back's innovative approach to mobile couch co-op makes it a game worth watching.