How to find people to play games with on PC and console
The easiest way to find people to play with, on PC or console, is to go where players of your game already gather: the game's official Discord server, its subreddit, in-game clubs or guilds and "looking for group" (LFG) channels. Add teammates you enjoyed playing with, and you'll build a regular group over time. Friends and family can join too if you pick co-op games with free friend passes or crossplay.
Where to look
- Discord: search for the game's official server or community servers; most have LFG channels by region, platform and skill level.
- Reddit: many games have LFG subreddits or weekly threads, and general subreddits such as r/GamerPals and r/LFG are built for finding gaming friends.
- In-game tools: clans, guilds, clubs and group finders in games such as Destiny 2 or Final Fantasy XIV.
- Platform features: on PC, Steam groups, community hubs and the friends list of players you met in matches; on console, PlayStation and Xbox parties and clubs.
- Streams: chat communities of small and mid-size streamers often organize community games.
- Local options: game stores, college esports clubs, LAN events and meetups.
Turning randoms into regulars
- Use voice or text chat and be friendly and cooperative.
- Send a friend request after a good match.
- Agree on times to play and stick to them.
- Join a guild or clan so there's always someone online.
Getting real-life friends to play
Pick co-op games that are easy to start, have crossplay or let one copy cover two players (for example, games with Friend's Pass), or free-to-play games. Couch co-op on one screen is another simple option.
Staying safe
Don't share personal information, passwords or payment details with people you meet online. Use platform privacy settings and block or report anyone who harasses you. Parents can manage who children can chat with in console settings.
FAQ
Where can I find people to play with on PC?
Start with the game's official Discord server and subreddit, Steam community hubs and groups, and in-game guilds or clans. Post the games you play, your region and when you're usually online.
How can teens meet people to game with safely?
Use communities with active moderation, keep chats inside the platform, and never share your address, school or photos. Check age rules too: Discord, for example, requires users to be at least 13 in the US.
How do I find random people to play with?
Use matchmaking, LFG channels on Discord or Reddit and in-game group finders, then add people you click with.
How do I find a group to play with regularly?
Join a clan, guild or Discord community for the game and take part in scheduled events.
How do I get my friends to play games with me?
Suggest free or cross-platform co-op games, and set a regular time to play together.