Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on PC, Xbox Series, and PlayStation 5. But what about Crossplay, Cross-Progression, Cross-Save, and multiplayer in general? We at MeinMMO will reveal it.
Is there Crossplay? Yes, there is Crossplay. Since Patch 8, Crossplay has been accessible to all players, whether on PC, PS5, or Xbox Series.
How do you use Crossplay? After activating Crossplay in the online multiplayer settings, you can create your own Crossplay multiplayer lobby or join one. To do this, open the multiplayer menu, select Crossplay, and create the lobby.
You can add friends through the Larian network by clicking the + symbol on the “Create Lobby” screen during the Crossplay setup. Then enter the usernames from the Larian accounts of your teammates and send the request. Once the teammates accept the request, they can see you online and join a shared lobby.
Are there further conditions for Crossplay? Yes, there is one important condition for Crossplay if PC players and console players want to play together. As a PC player, you must not play with more than 100 mods, which must also be accessible to console players.
Is there Cross-Save? Yes. As long as you own versions of Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC, Xbox Series, and/or PS5, you can share your save files and continue progress on the other platform.
In general, you can play Baldur’s Gate on all platforms with a controller and also on the Steamdeck.
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What does Baldur’s Gate 3 offer in co-op? You can open a session with up to three other players in multiplayer. Together, you can fight through the enemies. To do this, simply select multiplayer in the main menu and either create your own lobby or join an already created one.
Additionally, the role-playing game can also be used locally in split-screen. This mode has recently been improved for consoles, so the split screen reconnects when your characters are in the same area. You can read everything important about co-op here: Baldur’s Gate 3 Co-op Guide for PS5, PC, Xbox: Tips for Multiplayer
Release took place staggered on PC, Xbox, and PS5
Where can I play Baldur’s Gate 3? The role-playing game has been in Early Access on Steam since October 6, 2020, and was released there on August 3, 2023. It costs 59.99 Euros on Steam.
When was the game released for PS5? The release took place on September 6, 2023. The role-playing game costs 69.99 Euros here.
What about an Xbox version? The version for Xbox Series was released on December 8, 2023. The price here is also 69.99 Euros.
If you are already among the numerous players of Baldur’s Gate 3, let us know in the comments whether you prefer to venture out alone or in co-op with friends? Do you already use features like Cross-Save? If you need assistance, check here: Baldur’s Gate 3 – All Guides, Builds, and Tips for the role-playing game
