9 Kings does not list co-op on Steam; it has PvP, Single-player too.

Does 9 Kings have PvP?

Yes, 9 Kings has player-versus-player modes.

Do we both need to own 9 Kings to play together?

Yes. 9 Kings is played online, so each player needs their own copy on their own Steam account (or PC Game Pass where it is offered). Steam Families can share a library, but two people cannot play the same shared game at the same time.

How many people play 9 Kings?

About 6,920 players were in-game when this page's data was last refreshed (2026-09-09).

Is 9 Kings on PC Game Pass?

Yes — 9 Kings was in the PC Game Pass catalog when this page's data was last refreshed (2026-09-09). Game Pass rotates titles monthly, so check the Game Pass listing before you count on it.

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Is 9 Kings multiplayer or co-op?

Yes — PvP. 9 Kings is a turn-based & grand strategy game released in 2025, 93% positive on Steam (5,252 reviews), with 6,920 playing right now. $9.99 on Steam.

PvPSingle-player tooStrategy · Turn-based & grand strategy

A fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder. Grow your empire and fight massive battles against powerful rival kings. Break the game with thousands of insane builds…

How 9 Kings plays with friends, according to Steam

Online co-op: Not listed on Steam
Local / split-screen co-op: Not listed on Steam
Online PvP: Yes
LAN play: Not listed on Steam
Single-player mode: Yes
Controller: Full controller support
PC Game Pass: In the catalog (rotates monthly — see the list)

Steam's own category list for the game, as of 2026-09-09. "Not listed" means the store page does not claim that mode; community mods or Remote Play can still add it.

Steam tags: Strategy, Rogue-like, RPG, Fantasy, Roguelike Deckbuilder, Rogue-lite, Card Game, Deckbuilding

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Quick answers

Is 9 Kings co-op?: 9 Kings does not list co-op on Steam; it has PvP, Single-player too.
Does 9 Kings have PvP?: Yes, 9 Kings has player-versus-player modes.
Do we both need to own 9 Kings to play together?: Yes. 9 Kings is played online, so each player needs their own copy on their own Steam account (or PC Game Pass where it is offered). Steam Families can share a library, but two people cannot play the same shared game at the same time.
How many people play 9 Kings?: About 6,920 players were in-game when this page's data was last refreshed (2026-09-09).
Is 9 Kings on PC Game Pass?: Yes — 9 Kings was in the PC Game Pass catalog when this page's data was last refreshed (2026-09-09). Game Pass rotates titles monthly, so check the Game Pass listing before you count on it.

Ready Up is a free tool: enter two Steam usernames and it lists the multiplayer games you both own, runs a bracket to pick one, and suggests new co-op games that fit how you both play. Ratings, tags and player counts from Steam and SteamSpy; page updated 2026-09-23. Powered by Steam — not affiliated with or endorsed by Valve Corporation or Microsoft. Ready Up is a Somebody Decide program. How the data works · Legal & privacy · All types · Game Pass