On PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), the 4 player mod is alive and well. Because PC players have access to the game files and third-party mod managers, adjusting the player cap is relatively straightforward. While the game does not natively support 4 players in the settings menu without modification, the community has ensured that the option remains available through mods.

Official updates suggest a sequel is in development for a potential 2026 release

The three endgame bosses (the Megalodon, the Giant Squid, and the Moray Eel) are designed to be harrowing solo encounters. With four players, they become tactical raids.

This division of labor massively accelerates the game’s progression. You can build a motorized raft and a steel-base mansion in a fraction of the single-player time.

How does the game actually feel with three other survivors? In a word: different. Let’s break down the key changes.

Here’s a review of the Stranded Deep (typically referring to the Split Screen / Multiplayer Mod or NSL Mod for PC), based on community feedback and typical modded gameplay as of 2026.

Start Stranded Deep . If the mod is working, you will see a small text notification in the main menu (e.g., "Mod Loaded: 4 Player Co-op").

It is important to note that older hardware (PS4 and Xbox One) generally retains the 2-player limit due to CPU constraints. If you are on a current-gen console, you no longer need a "mod"—you simply need to update your game. However, for PC players and those on older hardware looking for workarounds, the mod remains the primary solution.