Co-op at a glance — verified November 5, 2026. ArenaNet confirms you can enter the Unformed with a party of friends or with henchmen. Party-size caps, matchmaking and cross-platform details are not announced. The DLC releases January 13, 2027 (planned) and requires Guild Wars Reforged.

The Confirmed Ways to Enter

Party with friends

Group up and take on the Unformed together — confirmed in the announcement.

Bring henchmen

The original game’s AI companions are available, keeping the classic solo-friendly path open.

True solo

Nothing published rules out entering alone without henchmen, but treat pure-solo as unverified until launch.

That is the entire confirmed list — refreshingly short, and honest about it.

Why Co-op Fits the Unformed

The dungeon’s defining mechanic — Unformed Dungeon Guide — rewards group adaptability. A party that drafts complementary skills (see the Drafting Builds) covers more of the re-rolled threat space than any fixed loadout can.

Skill drafting is confirmed to work cross-profession, including elite skills from different professions in one build — which strongly suggests party-level build planning, not just individual bars.

Pre-launch Party Checklist

What to sort out with your group before January 13, 2027:

    • Everyone owns Guild Wars Reforged plus the Afterlife DLC (preorder bonus included)
    • Agree on voice coordination — run variance rewards fast calls
    • Skim the enemy factions on the bosses guide: Nightmares, Ancient Golems, Cult of Odran
    • Watch for launch-week announcements on party-size caps

Platforms and Crossplay

Guild Wars Reforged runs on PC, Steam, iOS and Android — but how those platforms interconnect for Afterlife co-op is unannounced. No crossplay, no shared-server and no mobile-party details exist yet. The Mobile and Steam track platform news separately.

Open Questions Until Launch

Explicitly to be verified:

  • Maximum party size in the Unformed
  • Whether henchmen fill empty party slots alongside friends
  • Matchmaking or LFG tooling, if any
  • Difficulty scaling between solo-henchmen and full parties
  • Any co-op restrictions tied to story progression

After release, this page becomes a practical party guide with tested answers.

Co-op FAQ

Can you play Guild Wars Afterlife with friends?

Yes — partying with friends into the Unformed dungeon is officially confirmed. Henchmen are also available for AI-backed runs.

Is there a party size limit in Afterlife?

None has been announced. Party-size caps, matchmaking and crossplay details are all pending; this page will be updated at launch.

What are henchmen in Guild Wars?

Henchmen are AI companions from the original Guild Wars that fill out a party. Afterlife confirms they are an option for the Unformed.

Does mobile co-op work with PC players?

Unknown. Guild Wars Reforged exists on PC, Steam, iOS and Android, but cross-platform play for Afterlife has not been detailed.