Best Crossplay Games: Cross Platform Picks for PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch

Summary: The best crossplay games let friends on PS5, Xbox, PC, Switch and mobile share a lobby. Free picks like Fortnite, Rocket League and Apex Legends cover every platform; Helldivers 2, Sea of Thieves and Monster Hunter Wilds lead for co-op; and Final Fantasy XIV and Diablo IV suit long-term groups. Below are the best cross platform games by pairing, with the settings to check first.

The short list of the best crossplay games right now: Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Call of Duty, Helldivers 2, Sea of Thieves, Monster Hunter Wilds, Minecraft and Final Fantasy XIV. Each has full cross platform play across consoles and PC, and most add mobile or Switch. If your group only needs one answer, start there; the sections below sort the crossplay games by what kind of night you are planning and which consoles you own.

What Makes Cross Platform Games Truly Cross-Platform

Not every game labeled crossplay works the same way. Some only support crossplay within specific platform pairs (PS5 and PC, for example, but not Xbox), and some require an account link through a service like Epic Games or Xbox Live before friends on different devices can add each other. A few games go further and support cross-progression, meaning your save file, cosmetics, and rank follow you between devices, not just your ability to join the same lobby. Before you build a whole friend group's plans around one title, it is worth checking whether crossplay is on by default or buried in a settings menu, since developers handle this differently.

For the official settings on each platform, PlayStation covers cross-platform play basics on its support site, and Xbox documents its cross-network play toggle and related privacy settings on Xbox Support.

Best Free Crossplay Games

If your group wants zero financial commitment before deciding whether a game is worth the time, these are reliable picks.

• Fortnite - still one of the most active crossplay populations around, with fast matchmaking at almost any hour and a battle pass model that keeps the core game free.
• Rocket League - quick to start, quick to stop, and genuinely competitive once your group gets the hang of it.
• Among Us - a social deduction game that needs little more than a lobby and a few friends willing to lie convincingly.

All three support crossplay across PC, console, and mobile, which makes them a safe starting point for a group that has not agreed on hardware.

All three are free crossplay games in the full sense: no purchase needed on any platform, so nobody in the group has to pay to find out whether it sticks.

Best Cross Platform Multiplayer Games for Shooter Nights

For groups that want cross platform multiplayer games with a competitive edge, a handful of shooters dominate the crossplay conversation.

• Apex Legends - fast movement, sharp gunplay, and a ping system that makes coordinating easy even without voice chat.
• Call of Duty (Black Ops 6 and Modern Warfare III) - multiplayer, ranked and co-op modes all work across PC and console, with cross-save keeping loadouts in sync. The tradeoff is large install sizes and an account system that can confuse new players.
• Helldivers 2 - chaotic squad missions that are forgiving for mixed-skill groups, now with crossplay across PS5, Xbox and PC.

Picking these up on PC? Fanatical regularly discounts PC keys for big multiplayer games, which helps when a whole group is buying at once.

Best Crossplay Co-op Games

Co-op crossplay games tend to age better with a friend group than competitive ones, since the goal is playing through something together rather than beating each other.

• Sea of Thieves - open-ended pirate sandbox where the best moments are almost always unscripted.
• Monster Hunter Wilds - one of the strongest co-op experiences in the last year, built around tracking and taking down massive creatures as a team.
• Split Fiction - a proper narrative-driven co-op campaign for groups that want a story rather than an open sandbox.

Best PS5 and PC Crossplay Games

PS5 and PC crossplay games are one of the most searched pairings, since they cover a huge share of active players. Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Call of Duty and Helldivers 2 all support it natively, and Diablo IV, Warframe and Final Fantasy XIV are strong picks if your group prefers loot-driven RPG progression over shooters.

6. RPGs and Long-Term Commitments

If your group wants something to sink months into rather than a quick session, a few RPGs stand out for how well they handle crossplay long-term.

• Final Fantasy XIV - handles endgame trials and player housing well, and pairs a PS5 controller with a PC keyboard without friction.
• Diablo IV - loot-driven progression that carries across devices, good for groups that like steady, repeatable goals.
• Warframe - similar appeal to Diablo IV, with a large existing crossplay community.

Cross Platform Games for Xbox and PS5

Xbox and PS5 crossplay used to be rare and is now common in the biggest multiplayer games. Good cross platform games for Xbox and PS5 groups include Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Call of Duty, Overwatch 2, Minecraft, Sea of Thieves, Helldivers 2 and Monster Hunter Wilds. Split Fiction also lets a PS5 player and an Xbox player finish the campaign together using its Friend's Pass.

Xbox and PC Crossplay Games

Microsoft's own games are the safest bet for Xbox and PC crossplay games, because many share progress through the Xbox app on Windows: Sea of Thieves, Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite, Grounded and Minecraft all play across both. Add Fortnite, Rocket League and Call of Duty and an Xbox-and-PC group has more choice than any other pairing.

Crossplay Games With Nintendo Switch

Switch players have fewer options, but the good cross platform games are there: Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Overwatch 2 and Minecraft all connect a Switch to PS5, Xbox and PC lobbies.

Best Crossplay Games FAQ

What are the best crossplay games for friends on different consoles?

Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends and Minecraft cover the most platforms, and Helldivers 2 and Sea of Thieves are the best crossplay games for co-op. Together they are the best cross platform games for groups that can't agree on hardware.

What are the best free crossplay games?

Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Overwatch 2 and Warframe are all free crossplay games on console and PC.

Is GTA 5 crossplay?

No. GTA Online has no crossplay between PC, PlayStation and Xbox; our guide on whether GTA 5 is cross platform explains what does work.

Do cross platform games need a separate account?

Often, yes. Many cross platform games ask you to link an Epic, Activision, EA or Microsoft account so friends on other devices can find you.

Pick the Crossplay Game That Fits Your Group

The best crossplay game for your group depends more on what kind of night you are planning than on genre alone. Start free with Fortnite, Rocket League, or Among Us if your group has not settled on hardware yet. Move to Apex Legends or Call of Duty for competitive shooter nights, Sea of Thieves or Monster Hunter Wilds for co-op chaos, and Final Fantasy XIV or Diablo IV if you want something with staying power. Many of these games also run on in-game currency or subscriptions, so gift cards for Fortnite V-Bucks, PSN, Xbox, or Steam Wallet are a straightforward way to fund a group's gaming plans without sharing card details across platforms.

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