How many people can play Machine Party?
Machine Party is designed for two to four players.
| Group size | Support |
|---|---|
| 1 player | Outside the supported range |
| 2 players | Supported |
| 3 players | Supported |
| 4 players | Supported and the maximum |
| 5+ players | Not supported by the released game |
Does Arcade mode change the player limit?
No. Arcade mode changes the session structure to ten random simulations with randomized rounds and no intro or outro. It still supports 2–4 players.
What changes in a four-player match?
Player collisions, pushing, and route competition become more important with a full group. A path that looks safe for one player can become dangerous when several people enter it together or fight for the same shelter, platform, crate, or target.
Spread out when the arena allows it, keep a backup route in mind, and secure your own objective before interfering with another player. In rounds such as Minefield simulation, Stable Footing, Tunnel Hazard, and Forklift Certified, leaving adjustment space can matter as much as moving quickly.
What can a group larger than four do?
Split into supported groups or rotate players between sequences. You can agree on a number of simulations for each group and compare results afterward, but this does not change the four-player maximum.
Online and local play are separate questions
Machine Party supports online co-op, but the base game does not provide public matchmaking or a public lobby list. Local couch co-op is a separate feature and was still in development on August 4, 2026.
Use the online multiplayer guide for connection details and the local co-op status page before planning same-device play.
Quick FAQ
Can two people play Machine Party?
Yes. Two players is the minimum supported group size.
Can five people play Machine Party?
No. Four is the maximum supported by the released game. A five-person group needs to rotate players or split into separate supported groups.
Is there a mod for more than four players?
Machine Party officially supports 2–4 players. There is currently no verified, publicly available mod that increases the limit above four, so plan for a maximum of four players.