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How to turn on crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3

How to turn on crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 15, 2025, 20:07 IST

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Baldur's Gate 3 introduces crossplay with Patch 8, uniting players across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Gamers can now team up regardless of their platform by creating a Larian Studios account, enabling crossplay in the game settings, and inviting friends via their Larian ID. This feature enhances the multiplayer experience, allowing seamless adventures across devices.

How to turn on crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3

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With the launch of Patch 8, Baldur’s Gate 3 has introduced an exciting new feature - crossplay. This allows players on different platforms like PC, PlayStation, and Xbox - to team up and explore the expansive world of Baldur’s Gate 3 together. Whether you're a PC player eager to adventure with friends on consoles, or a PlayStation user looking to join forces with your PC-based friends, crossplay has made it easier than ever to unite your party, no matter the platform. Here’s a simple guide on how to enable crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3 and dive into multiplayer gameplay with friends from other platforms.

Steps to enable crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3

Create a Larian Studios Account: The first step to enabling crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3 is to have a Larian Studios account. If you don’t already have one, visit the official and create an account. This account will allow you to link your game progress and multiplayer interactions across platforms.
Log into your Larian Account: Once your account is created, open Baldur’s Gate 3 and log in with your Larian account details. This step is essential for linking your profile across platforms and enabling crossplay.
Navigate to game settings: After logging in, head to the in-game settings. From there, open the ‘Gameplay’ tab and scroll to find the “Default Online Settings” option.
Enable Crossplay: In the ‘Default Online Settings’ section, you’ll find the option labeled ‘Allow Crossplay.’ Make sure to enable this feature to activate cross-platform play in your game.
Start multiplayer and crossplay: Once crossplay is enabled, return to the main menu, and select the ‘Multiplayer’ option. Here, you’ll see an option to enable “Crossplay,” which will allow you to join or create multiplayer lobbies with players on different platforms. Simply create your own lobby or join a friend’s game, and you’ll be ready to play.

How to invite friends to your crossplay lobby

To invite friends from other platforms, open the ‘Multiplayer’ tab and select the ‘Crossplay’ option. From there, you can either create a new lobby or join an existing one. You can invite friends by their Larian account ID. Once your friends accept the invitation, you can team up and embark on your adventure together.
Crossplay in Baldur’s Gate 3 is a fantastic addition that brings players from different platforms together. By enabling this feature, you can experience the joy of cooperative gameplay without worrying about platform restrictions. Whether you’re exploring the Sword Coast with friends on PC, PS5, or Xbox, crossplay enhances the game’s multiplayer experience, allowing for seamless integration across devices. So, follow these steps and start your cross-platform journey today!

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