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A new developer update video from the Tarisland team dives into how cross-platform play will work in the upcoming MMORPG. Importantly, they show examples of how they've created a fully cross-platform experience, without sacrificing quality.

Larian Studios has confirmed that it’s working on official cross-platform mod support for Baldur’s Gate 3.

NetherRealm Studios has revealed that they are bringing crossplay to Mortal Kombat 1, or as they call it, Krossplay.

In light of a recent social media backlash following the latest patch release for Baldur's Gate 3, a representative of Larian Studios has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to address the game's modding community directly. The tweet also gives fans a glimpse of something big coming to Baldur's Gate 3 later this year.

Baldur's Gate 3 is getting cross-platform official mod support this year, Larian Studios confirmed.

Baldur's Gate 3 will be getting official mod support down the line, including cross-platform support for consoles.

Larian Studios' director of publishing Michael Douse has taken to Twitter / X to announce that a «cross-platform plan for mod support» is in the works for Baldur's Gate 3, and is set to be released this year. 

Larian is working on full-fledged mod support for Baldur's Gate 3, and it's set to arrive later this year. 

Cross-platform support is becoming more important in the world of video games. Multiplayer hits like Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 and Fortnite have pushed crossplay into the limelight, and now most AAA multiplayer games release with at least partial cross-platform support. Finding every cross-platform game is no easy feat, though, so we did the hard work to bring you a comprehensive list of games that support crossplay.

An internal Xbox meeting is continuing to generate headlines, as a new report on the event suggests that Microsoft's gaming division aims to make "every screen" an Xbox.

Palworld, the new creature-collecting survival game that fans have dubbed “Pokémon with guns,” has become a viral hit on launch day. With Pokémon being a Nintendo console-exclusive franchise (and one of the most successful video game franchises of all time), it’s no surprise that gamers who stick to other platforms are eager for the chance to capture and battle with oddball creatures in an open-world setting.

will follow Amanda Waller's Task Force X, a team comprised of some of the DC Universe's rogues as they battle DC's primary superhero team, the Justice League. The title takes place in the same universe as Rocksteady Games' games, but unlike those titles, is a third-person shooter that can be played solo with AI teammates, or with up to four players in online co-op. With the game's focus on online co-op, some are likely wondering if players will be restricted to playing with those on their chosen gaming platform, or if will have crossplay functionality.

Ever since Baldur's Gate 3 launched on Xbox, players have reported issues with their save files. In extreme cases, they said they were losing hours of gameplay, putting many off playing at all until it's confirmed that the issue is fixed. Now, as we enter the new year, neither Larian nor Xbox can say that the problem is gone for good.

During a recent livestream, developer NetherRealm Studios revealed that it is working on releasing cross-play multiplayer for Mortal Kombat 1 in the coming months. While the studio was unable to develop the feature in time for the game’s launch back in September, it has stated that the feature will be coming to the PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions of Mortal Kombat 1 in February.

is a remake/remaster of and built with the all-new Unreal Engine 5, which has enabled the team developing the game, Studio Wildcard, to develop cross-platform play and mods to the title. In addition to the new functionality, the new also has all-new graphics, a sorely needed upgrade from. That said, though the game was touted to have full cross-platform play and cross-progression enabled upon release for the Xbox X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, it's not totally clear whether the feature is currently available during its early access period.

Meta Platforms is quietly starting to roll back the cross-platform chats feature it added to Facebook Messenger and Instagram that allowed users to send and receive messages from their contacts on the other platform. So, how will it affect users? As per the company, the ability for users to send a message to someone on Instagram while using Messenger or vice versa will be killed off by mid-December 2023. Alongside this, users of one platform will not be able to see the activity status of the users on the other platform in the message window.

Ark: Survival Evolved remake Ark: Survival Ascended has seen its cross-platform PVP multiplayer temporarily turned off in an effort to crack down on PC cheaters.

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Developer Digital Extremes has showcased new gameplay from its next major update to Warframe. Dubbed Whispers in the Walls, the update will bring with it the next big Cinematic Quest to Warframe, along with a new enemy faction, and a new weapon class, among other things.

Vertigo Games has released new footage and information for virtual reality action adventure first-person shooter Arizona Sunshine II during its “Gameplay Showcase” event, including a look at new campaign gameplay and details about the game’s cross-platform cooperative modes, post-launch plans, and more.

Ark: Survival Ascended debuted on Steam on the PC on October 25, and it will be getting cross-platform support from modders thanks to Overwolf as the console launches approach in November.

Since it was first released, fans have been clamoring for cross-platform progression in Apex Legends. After 19 Seasons, developer Respawn Entertainment finally made it a reality.

Back in 2018, former DICE CEO Patrick Soderlund and chief creative officer Rob Runnesson broke away from the Battlefield developer to start their own indie team, Embark Studios.

Ark: Survival Ascended, the new Unreal Engine 5 of the popular dino adventure Ark: Survival Evolved, is one of this year’s most hotly-debated projects, and now, we’ve finally been provided a peek at the game in action. During the Xbox Partner Preview showcase, we got a look at Ark: Survival Ascended’s much-upgraded environments, creatures, action, and more. While it’s sometimes hard to pick up what’s gameplay and what isn’t, we’re assured this is all in-engine footage. You can check the trailer out for yourself, below.

While there were several server and progression issues yesterday, Blizzard is starting to iron out the wrinkles of Diablo 4 Season 2. Today, Blizzard has released Patch 1.2.0a, which will fix cross-play and allow PC and console gamers to play together. Best Leveling Builds for Season 2 Big Gold From Whisper Caches

Windjammers 2 released to a great critical and commercial reception last year, and now developer Dotemu has pushed a new major update that’s adding new content and much-requested quality-of-life changes to this game. Check out the trailer down below.

There are several cross-platform games, like and , that allow players to try out titles with friends on different console families and even continue their gameplay on an entirely different device. Cross-platform is a broader term for games that have cross-play or cross-save functionality. While cross-play allows them to play with or against players on other platforms, cross-save allows them to share their profiles and saves across several platforms, thus allowing them to start playing on PlayStation and continue their experience on mobile, for instance.

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WhatsApp is reportedly getting a new feature, but it is not what it wanted to build. In fact, WhatsApp was quite against it. Interoperability, or cross-platform interaction has been one of the major talking points for the European Union's new Digital Markets Act (DMA) which is pushing to quash ecosystem lock-in and anti-competitive behavior. Earlier this month, the EU confirmed that Meta's instant messaging platform falls under the category of ‘gatekeeper' and must comply with the obligations of the new guidelines. Soon after, a new report highlighted that WhatsApp has begun working on a cross-platform messaging feature called ‘third-party chats'. This will enable users to text anyone on any other messaging app directly.

Today, cozy farm Sim Fae Farm launches on PC and Nintendo Switch. The second game from Dauntless dev Phoenix Labs blends mechanics like growing and harvesting crops, raising farm animals, and catching animals with magic, narrative elements, and an island to explore.

One of the best things about playing Starfield on PC is the access to console commands.

Baldur’s Gate 3 from Larian Studios is available today for PS5, having launched successfully on PC. It supports split-screen co-op and cross-platform saves, which extends to the Xbox Series X/S version when it launches later this year. However, Larian has confirmed that cross-platform multiplayer is also in the works.

After several rumors, Electronic Arts and Codemasters have finally announced EA Sports WRC. As per the latest leak shared by billbill-kun, the off-road racing simulation game will be released on November 3rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PC via EA App, Epic Store, and Steam. Early access will begin on October 31st for those who pre-order the game; they'll also get the VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons and three livery and apparel packs for Toyota, Hyundai, and Ford. EA Sports WRC is priced at $49.99 on PC and $59.99 on consoles.

Ahead of the game’s launch, you might be wondering if EA Sports FC 24 supports cross-platform play or not. The answer, we’re afraid, is a little complicated and knowing which modes and consoles allow crossplay takes a bit of digging. Guess who bought a shovel.

Starfield is Bethesda’s latest single-player title, this time set in outer space. It’s releasing on both Xbox Series X|S and PC, leading players to ask a common question. What if you wanted to play Starfield on your PC, or even your Steam Deck, with the hopes of also playing it on Xbox? We’ve explained whether Starfield is cross-platform, and if it supports cross-save and crossplay between platforms.

Daring theme park management sim Park Beyond is going full throttle, with its first DLC slated to launch later this summer and a hefty update arriving on the same day.

One of the most impressive features of Baldur’s Gate 3 is its seamless cooperative multiplayer experience. Friends can team up and adventure together over the course of a titanically large and sprawling narrative – and they can even do it from the same couch. Such is the gravity of this feature, certain platforms are currently unable to launch. 

Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3 may have received significant acclaim from fans and critics, but it does have some issues. The developer has addressed the same in two hotfixes and is working on Patch 1 (which will add credits for the Brazilian Portuguese localization team).

So, what’s the deal with Baldur’s Gate 3 cross-platform multiplayer? Once Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on console, will I be able to play on PS5 and play with my friends on PC? For the answer to that question, you’ve come to the right place. Here is whether or not Baldur’s Gate 3 has cross-play.

In June, Nexon announced that ahead of its launch later this year, The First Descendant would be getting a cross-platform open beta in August. However, with not long left until when the beta was originally supposed to kick off, the company has announced a change in those plans.

Ashfall will begin its closed beta on August 3rd. NetEase’s upcoming post-apocalyptic MMORPG, which will release on PC and mobile, released details on what beta testers can expect.