Crossplay between thePlayStation 5and the PC gaming clientSteamis a fantastic feature when it’s available, allowing you to connect with friends regardless of what platforms everyone is utilizing. Of course, just because a game is offered on both consoles doesn’t necessarily mean it offers cross-platform play. Some only offer cross-save, and others offer nothing at all between platforms.
Luckily,crossplay has become increasingly common across many PS5 and Steam games,and the process is relatively simple. From competitive FPS games to thebest co-op adventures, there’s no shortage of good options. Plus, things are always changing, so just because something didn’t offer cross-play at launch doesn’t mean it doesn’t now, which is why it’s always a good idea to check back every once in a while.
All The Games Available For Crossplay Between PS5 And Steam
Between New Releases, Updates, & Delistings, The List Is Always Changing
Although there’s no official way to filter cross-play games on either platform, several third-party websites, and even curated lists on Steam, make this information possible to acquire if you don’t mind a bit of research.
Additionally, keep in mind thatwhile these games offer cross-play, there may be some in-game restrictions. For example, something likeMarvel Rivalsmay restrict PC and Console playersfrom playing in ranked matches together, whilePalworldhas limitations on designated servers. So, while not everything may be available, there are modes that can be enjoyed cross-platform.
As of now, these are all the games on the PS5, that I’m aware of, that feature cross-play between the PS5 and Steam according toSteam Hunters:
Keep in mind that as new titles appear on the PlayStation Store, it’s worth checking if they offer the feature. While there’s no way to check this within the PS Store details,many games that have crossplay will explicitly state so in their descriptionsso that you and your friends know prior to purchasing.
Keep in mindthis is for cross-play, not cross-save. Most games offer both, but that’s not always the case. For example,Disney Dreamlight Valleyoffered cross-play with PlayStation for a while, but cross-save only became possible recently. Sodo not use this list as a reference for which games offer cross-savebetween PS5 & PC.
If the information isn’t readily available in the game’s store description, another option is tocheck the official website for the game.If even this fails, some games have dedicated Discord channels or Reddit pages where you can ask about crossplay (and any other questions related to the games).
All PS5 Games Available For Crossplay On Other PC Platforms
Other PC Platforms Also Offer Crossplay With PS5, Not Just Steam
While Steam is the most popular PC gaming platform, it’s not the only option, andmany other gaming platforms on PC offer games with cross-play as well. This includes storefronts like the Microsoft PC store, GOG, Epic Games, and even designated sources like Square Enix. The following games are available on non-Steam platforms and can be played together on PC and PS5:
DOOM and DOOM II
Tooth and Trail
Worms Rumble
Microsoft, Epic
Like with the Steam cross-play titles, the list of PC games onother platforms that offer PS5 cross-play changes fairly frequently.As new multiplayer games come out, fans can check the official websites of the games to see if they support cross-play. When this information isn’t available on the website, the next best place to check is the game’s Discord.
How To Enable Cross-Play Between Steam And The PS5
Cross-Play Must Be Allowed On The PS5
Cross-play is on by default on Steam, so there’s no need to enable any special settings on the platform. However, while inviting someone to play a game on the PS5 typically involves adding them as a friend, it’s not possible to add a Steam user as a PS5 friend. Starting aPS5 cross-play game with a Steam user requires enabling cross-play on the console and occasionally sharing invite codes in-game.
To activate cross-play, a player needs to navigate to Profile Settings, then Privacy Settings. Scrolling to the bottom displays the option to “Get cross-play game invitations,” which should be set to “Allow.”
Keeping this option off will prevent players from connecting between the PS5 and PC. It will also prevent PS5 players from getting matched with PC players forin-game online multiplayer matches.Enabling the feature will open players up to non-PS5 companions,including receiving and sending in-game invitations to play.
How To Invite A Friend To A Cross-Play PS5 And Steam Game
This Is Typically Achieved From Within The Game
Inviting a specific friend to play between the PS5 and PC isalmost always done from within the game itself.Most cross-play games, likeHelldivers 2andCall of Duty,have a way to add friends to in-game friend lists.If the game has no friend lists, it will typically use a special invite code, which involves creating a private room first and then sharing a generated code,such as inPhasmophobia.
There is one other way to invite a specific person to a game, and that’s to use the Xbox app. This may seem completely counter-intuitive, but it’s the case specifically forSea of Thieves.While the game was originally an Xbox and Microsoft Store exclusive, it released on Steam in 2020 and PS5 in 2024. In order to invite a PC player to a PS5 session and vice versa,players must first connect to the Xbox app.
Cross-play ultimately makes the gap between platforms narrower than ever before, providing a simple way to access a whole world of other players in any online game that supports it. Considering the continued growth of the PC market, cross-play can make any online PS5 game better, and there’s a lot of value in playing withfriends who don’t have PS5s.
Although the feature isn’t universal,PlayStation 5owners can link up withSteamusers for a seamless cross-play experience in a wide selection of games that only continues to grow.
