Back 2 Back: Two Frogs Games' Ambitious Mobile Couch Co-op
Remember couch co-op? That shared screen gaming experience of yesteryear? Two Frogs Games thinks it's time for a revival, and they're tackling it on mobile with their new game, Back 2 Back.
This ambitious title aims to bring the collaborative fun of games like It Takes Two and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes to your smartphones. The concept? Two players, each with their own phone, controlling a single vehicle navigating a treacherous obstacle course.
One player drives, the other shoots, requiring constant communication and role-switching to overcome cliffs, lava, and enemy attacks.
Can it Work on Mobile?
The immediate question is: can a couch co-op experience truly succeed on a smaller mobile screen? Two Frogs Games' solution involves both players using their own phones to connect to a shared game session. It's not a perfect solution, but it's functional.
The smaller screen size remains a potential challenge, but the enduring appeal of in-person multiplayer gaming, as demonstrated by games like Jackbox, suggests Back 2 Back might just find its audience. The game's innovative approach and the inherent fun of shared gaming experiences make it a promising title.