The short answer is yes. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight does support co-op, but there is a catch that is worth knowing before you invite someone over to the couch.
Local co-op is in, online is out
The game supports two-player local co-op, also known as couch co-op, across all platforms. A second player can drop into the session at any point simply by connecting a second controller and pressing Start when the on-screen prompt appears. The game then shifts into splitscreen automatically, letting both players control characters who are currently available in the world.
Here is the thing though: there is no online co-op. If the person you want to play with is not in the same room, you are out of luck. This is a local-only feature, which puts it in line with older LEGO titles but does make it feel a little behind the times compared to games that have added online co-op as standard.
You will need two controllers connected to your console to access co-op. The game cannot be played in local multiplayer with a single controller split between two players.
How the drop-in system actually works
The drop-in mechanic is about as frictionless as it gets. There is no menu to navigate, no lobby to set up. A second controller connects, the prompt appears in the top-right corner of the screen, and pressing Start brings the second player in immediately. They take control of one of the available characters, and the screen splits to track both players independently.
Exiting co-op is just as simple. Disconnecting the second controller triggers a prompt asking the remaining player to confirm the exit by holding X on PlayStation or A on Xbox. The game then returns to single-player without any fuss.
The single-player experience is fully intact if you prefer to go solo. The co-op system sits on top of the base game rather than being baked into mission design, so nothing is locked behind having a second player.
What this means for players picking up the game
For families or anyone planning to play with a sibling or partner at home, the couch co-op setup works well. The drop-in design means you do not have to restart anything or plan sessions in advance. Someone picks up a controller, joins, and the game adjusts.
For players hoping to team up with friends remotely, the lack of online co-op is a real gap. LEGO games have historically leaned on local play, and Legacy of the Dark Knight continues that pattern. Whether that changes in a future update has not been confirmed by the developer.
The key here is managing expectations before purchase. If local co-op is what you need, the game delivers it cleanly. If online play is the requirement, the game does not have it.
For a full breakdown of setup steps, splitscreen behavior, and everything else about playing with two players, the LEGO Batman Legacy co-op and multiplayer guide covers it in detail. You will also want to check the broader LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight guides for tips on secrets like the Iceberg Lounge safe code and collectible locations once you and your co-op partner are ready to dig into the open world.
