Two-player games are a type of video or tabletop game specifically designed for two participants, allowing them to compete against or cooperate with one another in real-time. These games range across various genres, including fighting games like Mortal Kombat, cooperative puzzle games like Portal 2, and board games like Chess or Codenames: Duet. In video games, two players may share the same screen, engage in split-screen gameplay, or connect online to interact in both competitive and cooperative scenarios. The appeal of two-player games lies in their ability to foster direct, head-to-head interaction, requiring players to outthink their opponent or work together, often resulting in dynamic, engaging, and socially interactive experiences.