Saints Row 2 (Xbox 360): Local Co-op Without Xbox Live

No Xbox Live Gold required. Saints Row 2 supports 2-player split-screen co-op on a single console.

How to Start:

1. Sign in Player 1 profile.
2. Start game → Load save / New Game.
3. Press Start on Player 2 controller → "Press Start to Join" prompt appears.
4. Player 2 signs in (profile or guest).
5. Screen splits horizontally. Both players free-roam Stilwater together.

Notes:

• Split-screen reduces draw distance and frame rate slightly.
• Both players share same mission progress (host's save).
• Online co-op (2-4 players) does require Xbox Live Gold (separate from split-screen).

Enjoy the chaos offline with a friend!