Public matchmaking and lobby browser status
The developers said Machine Party was designed for groups of friends and that public matchmaking and lobby lists were not part of the core vision. The current base game therefore does not provide a queue for random players or a public server browser.
How to play online with friends
Assemble a 2–4 player group through Steam, then use the game's online flow to play together. Agree on region, time, and party size before launching so the group is ready when the session starts.
How to find players when friends are unavailable
Use the official Looking for Group Discord linked in the pinned Steam discussion. The developer's v1.5 announcement also points players there; use the current pinned post rather than copied invite links that may expire.
Community mods may advertise public lobbies, but they are unofficial and separate from base-game support. Do not present them as built-in matchmaking.
Frequently asked questions
Can I match with random players in Machine Party?
No. The base game has no public matchmaking queue.
Does Machine Party have a public lobby browser?
No official base-game lobby browser is available. Community mod features are unofficial.
Where can I find a group?
Use the official Looking for Group Discord pinned by the developers in the Steam discussions.