How multiplayer works in Slay the Spire 2

How Slay the Spire 2 multiplayer co-op works | PC Gamer Skip to main content Open menu Close main menu PC Gamer THE GLOBAL AUTHORITY ON PC GAMES US Edition UK US Canada Australia Subscribe Sign in View Profile Sign out Search Search PC Gamer Games Hardware News Reviews Guides Video Forum More PC Gaming Show PC Gamer Clips Software Codes Coupons Movies & TV Magazine Newsletter Affiliate links Meet the team Community guidelines About PC Gamer PC Gamer Magazine SubscriptionWhy subscribe?Subscribe to the world’s #1 PC gaming magTry a single issue or save on a subscriptionIssues delivered straight to your door or device From$1Subscribe now Jump to: Start a game How saves work How co-op works Ascension Don’t miss these Card Game Surprise: Slay the Spire 2 is bringing 4-player co-op when it hits early access on March 6 Roguelike Is roguelike deckbuilder sequel Slay the Spire 2 worth playing in early access? 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Yes, you can all be Ironclad. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Mega Crit) Jump to: Start a game How saves work How co-op works Ascension Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter PC Gamer The biggest gaming news, reviews and hardware deals Keep up to date with the most important stories and the best deals, as picked by the PC Gamer team. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Want to add more newsletters? 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It’s as clear as day now.I’ve been having blast deckbuilding and doodling with friends, and am happy to report multiplayer isn’t some unfamiliar departure from solo spire runs. If you’re ready to team up and give it a go, I’ve got a breakdown on how Slay the Spire 2 multiplayer works, including how to start a co-op game and system changes.How to start a Slay the Spire 2 co-op game (Image credit: Mega Crit)You start a Slay the Spire 2 co-op game by having one Host player create a multiplayer save, and then up to three other players can join through the main menu. The Host must be Steam friends with everyone joining; there are no password protected lobbies or matchmaking queues.Article continues below You may like Surprise: Slay the Spire 2 is bringing 4-player co-op when it hits early access on March 6 Is roguelike deckbuilder sequel Slay the Spire 2 worth playing in early access? Slay the Spire 2 launch times and release date There’s no local co-op either, but I’m trying to stay optimistic on that front since it’s in early access. Anyway, setting up a Slay the Spire 2 multiplayer game takes just a few steps.Setting up a co-op saveChoose a save profile with the character you would like to use unlockedSelect ‘Multiplayer’ from the main menuOne player will select ‘Host’ and setup a lobby; others click ‘Join’Everyone chooses a character to play (yes, you can all be The Silent)That’s all there is to it for getting started, but Slay the Spire 2 plays a tad different in co-op mode. It’s not overly complicated, but there are a few details to keep in mind for maintaining your multiplayer saves and how some mechanics change.How do Slay the Spire 2 co-op save files work? (Image credit: Mega Crit)Before starting a new climb to the top, I suggest