I busted out Golden Axe yesterday after a long hiatus and did not realize how less fun the experience was and more difficult in single player mode. I thought about it and just realized I never really played this game unless I had someone to play with. Are there any other games you know of like this?
You guys brought up some great examples and the only one I think I could stomach the most 1 player that was mentioned would actually be Mario Party. It probably helps that I can set the length of the game though.
Fun topic for a video! Will watch after I drop my kids off at school! Off the top of my head before watching, I'd say Gauntlet, Track & Field, and basically ANY sport game.