Population: One
Population: One: multiplayer for up to 3 players, up to 18 in a match, on Oculus VR, Meta Quest 2, Steam VR and Oculus Quest, came out 22 October 2020.
How it plays together
Best with a regular squad of three who like fast, chaotic VR battles.
Pros
- Flying, climbing and building make squad fights feel unique
- Lobbies fill fast with real players across Quest and PC
- Playing with friends in a squad is a lot of fun
Cons
- Cheaters in matches can ruin rounds
- Experienced players can crush newcomers in every lobby
- Many lobbies include kids
Lobbli's AI summary of 26 Steam reviews about playing together, November 2026. It can get things wrong.Read them on Steam
Want to play Population: One with friends?
Pick a night together in Lobbli: everyone marks when they are free, and you see which evening works.
Quick answers
Is Population: One co-op?
Population: One has multiplayer, but no co-op mode is listed for it. Up to 3 can play on one side.
How many players?
Up to 3 together, on one side, and up to 18 in a match.
Split screen?
No split screen mode is listed for it.
When did it come out?
22 October 2020.
Which platforms?
Oculus VR, Meta Quest 2, Steam VR and Oculus Quest.
Can you play it online?
Yes, according to its Steam page.
Crossplay?
Yes, according to its Steam page.
What kind of game is it?
Shooter, Arcade
Who makes it?
BigBox VR
From its Steam page: online play, crossplay.
About Population: One
Fly anywhere, climb anything, build defenses... All in a VR Battle Royale.