The top 10 games for any LAN party
The fun of a LAN party depends, among other things, on the games. Finding the right one in the sheer gigantic amount of games is not so easy. That is why we have researched for you and picked the top 10 LAN party games. Some of the games listed here are even free.
1st LAN party game hit: Counter-Strike (free)
In 1999 "Counter-Strike" was released as a simple "Half Life" mod and was therefore free of charge. The multiplayer first-person shooter became famous and well-known through LAN parties. The game is also considered a co-founder of e-sports - which means LAN party tournaments. You fight either as a terrorist or as a member of an anti-terrorist unit.
2nd LAN party game hit: Quake 3 Arena / OpenArena (free)
"Quake 3 Arena" is also a classic first-person shooter. The US game company id Software already achieved cult character with the "Doom" games and continued its triumphal march with the "Quake" games seamlessly. Especially "Quake III Arena", which was released in 1999 as a pure multiplayer game, is a real retro LAN party hit. In the open source version "OpenArena", the fast-paced action spectacle is even free. Tip: The mod "Quake 2 Kick" turns the game into an exciting sports simulation for football fans.
3rd LAN party game hit: Age of Empires 2
Microsoft's own real-time strategy game series "Age of Empires" was launched in 1997. To date, the game is very popular and still provides a lot of tactical fun at LAN parties. The second part of the series was released in 1999. Note: Unfortunately, the HD version of Age of Empires 2 does not have a LAN option.
4. LAN party game hit: Warcraft 3
In 2002 "Warcraft 3" appeared, the third part of the popular game series, which is also ideal for exciting multiplayer battles. Real-time strategists also get their money's worth here and can familiarize themselves with the origins of the "World of Warcraft", which was built later.
5. LAN party game hit: StarCraft
"StarCraft" was the spacey variant of Blizzard's "Warcraft" and was first released in 1998. In South Korea, the real-time strategy game has developed into a real popular sport with tournaments and rankings. Indispensable for iconic LAN parties with strategy demands! Also recommended: the successor "StarCraft 2".
6th LAN Party Game Hit: Battlefield 1942 (Free)
"Battlefield 1942" is even available as a full version for free with Origin registration. The World War II action was published by DICE for the first time in 2002 and continues to enjoy great LAN party popularity, especially with the team mode in larger groups.
7th LAN party game hit: Diablo 2 / Titanquest
Role-playing games are also quite suitable for a LAN party if you prefer to travel in the fantasy realm. As an alternative to the Blizzard veteran "Diablo 2" from 2000, "Titanquest" is also suitable. However, the RPG based in Greek mythology can only be realized with a maximum of six players on one server.
8.Lan party game hit: Call of Duty 4
Activision's "Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare", with its 2007 release date, is one of the newer of our top 10 list of LAN party game hits. The graphics of the first person shooter are accordingly good. The game can convince with many exciting game modes and realistic gameplay.
9th LAN Party Game Hit: Soldier (Free)
Probably the most unknown game in this list, the free game "Soldier" offers thrilling action at a rapid pace. The LAN party hit has simple graphics, but offers a lot of variety with numerous weapons and game modes. In our gallery we show you the action spectacle in pictures.
$config[ads_text6] not found10. LAN party game hit: Trackmania Nations Forever
Last but not least, no racing game should be missing in a LAN Party Top 10. Our recommendation: "Trackmania Nations Forever". The exciting game is available for free download and guaranteed plenty of racing action with numerous routes. Tip: The Trackmania United Forever "extension provides additional levels and improves the graphics of the racing game.
On the next page we will help you to set up a network for a LAN party. You will also find even more game action for free in our overview of the 50 best free games.