Today, Mytour will guide you on how to play both split-screen and online co-op modes in Resident Evil 6. To access the co-op mode, one of the players must complete the introductory section.
Steps
Preparations Before Playing

Check your connection. Depending on whether you're playing split-screen or online co-op, the connection requirements may vary:
- For split-screen play, ensure both you and the other player are logged into your respective profiles.
- To play online co-op, your device must be connected to the internet.

Start the game. Insert the Resident Evil 6 disc into your gaming console or launch Resident Evil 6 via Steam if you're playing on a computer.

Play through the prologue. If you're new to Resident Evil 6, you'll need to complete the interactive introduction before accessing the game menu. The prologue lasts about 15 minutes.
- After finishing the prologue, you might need to press the Start button on your game controller to proceed.
Play offline co-op

Select PLAY GAME (Play Game). This option is located at the top of the menu.

Choose CAMPAIGN (Campaign). This option is also found at the top of the menu.

Select CONTINUE (Continue). This will start Resident Evil 6 from your last saved point.
- If you want to play a specific level, choose CHAPTER SELECT (Select Chapter) and pick the campaign and level.

Change the screen mode. Select SCREEN MODE (Screen Mode) and switch to SPLIT (Split) by pressing right on the right analog stick of your game controller.
- On PC, you can click the arrow next to the SINGLE (Single) option.

Select OK. Press the A (Xbox) or X (PlayStation) button on your controller, or the ↵ Enter key on PC.

Wait for the other player to choose their character. Let the other player select the character they want to use, then press the "Start" button on their controller or hit ↵ Enter (for PC).

Select START GAME (Start Game). This option is at the bottom of the screen. Resident Evil 6 in co-op mode will begin.
Host an online co-op session

Select PLAY GAME at the top of the menu.

Choose CAMPAIGN. This option is also located at the top of the menu.

Select the CHAPTER SELECT option in the middle of the menu.

Choose your character and level. Pick a character for the campaign, then select the level you want to play.

Ensure that SCREEN MODE is set to SINGLE. If not, select SCREEN MODE and switch from SPLIT to SINGLE.

Select OK. Press the A (Xbox), X (PlayStation) button on your controller, or the ↵ Enter key if using a PC.

Set up network options. Choose NETWORK SELECTION and switch to XBOX LIVE (Xbox), PLAYSTATION NETWORK (PlayStation), or ONLINE (PC).

Allow others to join the game. Select PARTNER JOIN near the top of the menu, then toggle the switch to ALLOW.

Adjust location settings. Select LOCATION SETTINGS, then change it to WORLDWIDE.

Select START GAME at the bottom of the menu. You will be taken to the co-op lobby.

Wait for other players to join the game. Once someone joins your team, the session will begin.
Join an online co-op session

Choose PLAY GAME at the top of the menu.

Select CAMPAIGN. This option is also located at the top of the menu.

Select JOIN GAME (Join Game). This option is located in the middle of the menu.

Choose CUSTOM MATCH (Custom Match). This option is near the bottom of the menu.
- You can also adjust the desired difficulty by selecting CUSTOM MATCH.

Customize other options. You can modify the difficulty, selected campaign, location settings, and any other in-game settings here.
- If you're joining a game hosted by a friend, the campaign and in-game settings must match their setup.

Select SEARCH (Search). A list of suitable servers will appear.

Choose a game to join. Once you find the game you want to join, select it and click JOIN (Join). The game will start immediately.
Advice
- When playing online, remember to communicate with your teammates to coordinate attacks, reload ammunition, and more.
- Using an Ethernet cable for your internet connection will significantly improve your connection speed compared to playing on Wi-Fi.
- Pressing the H key (on PC) will store all herbs in the "container," allowing them to combine and create health items. The number of health items will be displayed in the top right corner of the phone in the game.
Warning
- If you join a game hosted by someone with different settings than the current server, you might not be able to find the game room.