Sunderfolk multiplayer and co-op setup guide

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Thunderfork is a great game to share with family and friends, featuring a unique on-the-go party system that allows players to instantly join in on the action using their phones and native mobile interface (app). So it's basically a couch co-op tactical RPG that takes a lot of inspiration from classic TTRPG games.

This guide provides all the information players need to enjoy the game. Thunderfork Whether you choose one-shot mode or the campaign, you can play with your friends. Here's what you need to do to set up a multiplayer session:

All of Sunderfolk's multiplayer game modes and how to play remotely

Even though it is the main mode Thunderfork Designed to be played in couch co-op, the game allows players to host the game and have others join using special QR codes, and can be played remotely using streaming.

Additionally, only one person needs to have a copy. Thunderfork It allows other people to enjoy the game (which is a huge plus). Let's analyze it every Thunderfork's multiplayer mode and How to set it up.

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Play via Steam

Players can host a game and have three friends join in via Steam Remote Play. To host a multiplayer session, you need to:

1. Add party members as Steam Friends using the Steam client.

2. Then run to prepare the session. Thunderfork Select Multiplayer and then select a host.

3. Press Shift+Tab to use the Steam overlay interface and click on the players you want to invite.

4. Click 'Remote Play Together' to invite that person.

5. Repeat until the party is full.

6. Wait until the players are ready and select a game mode.

7. Wait for the player to select the game difficulty level.

The game will launch the hero selection screen. Players must scroll to the side to select different heroes and then scroll to the top of the screen to confirm their selection. Players can also tap 'Join' to introduce their code and join an already hosted session. Thunderfork.

After that, you will be taken to mission selection. there is 6 one-shots and main campaign You can enjoy it cooperatively in three acts.

Standalone one-shot mode includes:

• Snack Run: Puzzle Battle

• Proving Ground: Battle Mode

• Sleep and Slime: Survival Mode

• What you asked for: More challenging puzzle battles

• Arena Rumble: A series of challenging battles with the final boss

• Sacred Sands: A series of quests to escort mysterious visitors from afar.

How to join online games in Sunderfolk

If players want to participate in games hosted by other players, they can also do so through Sunderfolk's online mode. After launching the game on Steam, XBOX Series XIS or PS5, follow these steps:

1. From the main menu select: Online Multiplayer

2. Select ‘Sign Up’ from the next menu.

3. Enter your invitation code to connect to the host's main screen and play remotely.

Codes can be obtained directly from the host as a text message through Steam or other communication apps. You can also copy and paste.

When a player joins, they enter a 'lobby' and follow the same process as other modes. That means choosing the difficulty level, hero, mission, and preparing your equipment and skill cards.

How to Set Up Couch Co-Op in Sunderfolk

From the start menu ThunderforkPlayers can select Couch Co-Op to automatically create a session and generate a QR code to share with friends to start setting up their party.

Like the online multiplayer mode, this setup works similarly. However, this is only possible in person.

1. Have your friend scan the QR code on the screen. You will then be redirected to the App Store download menu. Thunderfork Controller app.

2. Download the app, open it, scan the code again, and join the party.

3. Players must select difficulty, select hero, and press 'Ready' to begin the game mode (in that order).

Streaming via Xbox Series XIS

It's also possible to share codes using the Xbox Series XIS console's streaming service. Players will need to make sure their console is connected to Discord via their Xbox Live ID.

1. To connect to Discord through your Xbox console:

2. To open the guide, press the Xbox button on your controller.

3. Go to Profile and system → Settings → Accounts → Connected social accounts.

4. Select the link below the Discord tile.

5. Follow the instructions to connect your Discord account.

Then press the Xbox button on your Xbox controller and scroll right to the 'Parties & Chat' tab.

Select the Discord Talk & Stream option to connect your console to the voice server/channel you want to stream from. Once this is done, follow this process to start streaming:

Select ‘Game Streaming’ to start configuring your stream. Then, when the rest of the party starts seeing the screen and QR code, they can scan it to join the session.

Streaming with PS5

To set up a multiplayer session on PS5, the host player must launch a game on the console and then use the Create/Share button on the DualSense controller. From there, follow these steps to set up your game.

1. Start 'Screen Sharing', then browse your friends list and invite other players to your party.

2. Hosts can have their friends watch the stream via PS5 screen sharing or Discord.

3. Players can also participate by downloading the Sunderfolk app on their phones and scanning the QR code.

4. Once all players are present, you will need to press 'Ready' to enter the 'Lobby Menu' and select difficulty mode, mission and character.

Thunderfork

released

April 23, 2025

ESRB

E10+ 10+ for everyone // Fantasy Violence

developer

secret door

multiplayer

local co-op

number of players

1-4