Crossplay in Remnant 2 lets you play with friends on PlayStation and Xbox from your PC

Crossplay is turned on by default in Remnant 2 on PC, so you do not need to enable it — it works automatically when you start the game. If you want to turn it off, or if it is not working, the setting lives in the main menu under Account, not in gameplay settings. The steps are the same whether you own the game on Steam or the Epic Games Store.

Crossplay means your PC character can join multiplayer sessions with players on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. You can also invite them to your world, and they can invite you to theirs. The only requirement is that everyone has an active Remnant 2 account linked to their platform — a free account you create the first time you launch the game.

Key Takeaways

  • Crossplay is on by default in Remnant 2 on PC and requires no action to use.
  • To check or change your crossplay setting, go to the main menu, select Account, then toggle Crossplay on or off.
  • Your Remnant 2 account must be linked to your Steam or Epic Games Store account for crossplay to work.
  • If crossplay is not working, restart the game and check that your account is linked in the Account menu.

Where to find the crossplay setting in the main menu

Start Remnant 2 and wait for the main menu to load. You will see buttons for Campaign, Multiplayer, Loadout, and other options. Look for the Account button — it is usually in the bottom left or bottom right corner of the screen, depending on your display resolution.

Click Account. A new menu will open showing your character name, account level, and a row of toggles. One of these toggles is labeled Crossplay. If the toggle is blue or highlighted, crossplay is on. If it is gray or dim, crossplay is off. Click the toggle to switch it.

After you change the setting, close the Account menu and return to the main menu. The change takes effect when ready — you do not need to restart the game.

What happens when crossplay is on versus off

When crossplay is on, the game's matchmaking system will pair you with players on any platform — PC, PlayStation, or Xbox. If you use the Summon Portal to call for help in a campaign mission, players from all platforms can answer. If someone sends you a multiplayer invite, you can join their session even if they are playing on a different system.

When crossplay is off, matchmaking only finds other PC players. Summon Portals will only show PC players. Invites from PlayStation or Xbox players will not appear in your menu, and you cannot send invites to them. This can make it harder to find multiplayer partners, especially in lower-level zones or during off-peak hours.

Linking your Remnant 2 account to Steam or Epic Games

Your Remnant 2 account is separate from your Steam or Epic Games Store account. The game creates a Remnant account automatically when you first launch it, but you need to link it to your platform account for crossplay to work properly and to keep your progress safe.

Go to the Account menu in the main menu and look for a Link Account or Connect Account option. Click it and follow the on-screen prompts. You will be asked to sign into your Remnant 2 account (the one created when you first played) and then to authorize the link to Steam or Epic Games. Once linked, your account is tied to that platform permanently — you cannot unlink it and relink it to a different platform account.

If you have never seen a link prompt, your account is already linked. You can verify this by checking the Account menu — if you see your Remnant 2 username and account level, the link is active.

Troubleshooting crossplay when it is not working

If crossplay is on but you are not seeing players from other platforms in matchmaking, restart the game completely. Close Remnant 2 entirely, wait 10 seconds, and launch it again. Sometimes the matchmaking service takes a moment to recognize the setting change.

If restarting does not help, check that your account is linked. Go to Account in the main menu and confirm that your Remnant 2 username appears. If you see a message saying your account is not linked, follow the linking steps above.

If you are trying to join a friend on a different platform and their invite is not appearing, ask them to verify that crossplay is on in their Account menu as well. Both players need crossplay enabled for the invite to work. If both of you have it on and the invite still does not appear, restart both games and try again.

How crossplay affects your multiplayer experience

Crossplay does not change how the game plays or how your character performs. A PC player and a PlayStation player have the same health, damage, and abilities — the only difference is the input device they use. Crossplay also does not affect your matchmaking difficulty. If you are playing on Hard, the game will match you with players on Hard regardless of their platform.

One practical difference: players on console may have slightly higher latency (delay) than PC players, depending on their internet connection and distance from the server. This is not a crossplay issue — it is a network issue that can happen between any two players. If you notice lag during multiplayer sessions, it is usually caused by distance or connection quality, not by playing across platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play campaign solo even if crossplay is on?

Yes. Crossplay only affects multiplayer matchmaking and invites. If you play campaign alone, no one can join your world unless you send them an invite. Turning crossplay on or off does not change single-player gameplay.

What if I want to play only with PC players?

Turn crossplay off in the Account menu. Matchmaking will then only show PC players, and you will not receive invites from console players. You can turn it back on at any time.

Do I need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass to use crossplay?

No. Crossplay in Remnant 2 works without a subscription on any platform. Console players do not need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass to join your world or to invite you to theirs.

Will my progress transfer if I switch from PC to console?

No. Your Remnant 2 character is tied to the platform account it was created on. A character on Steam cannot be moved to PlayStation. You would need to start a new character on the other platform.

Why does crossplay sometimes turn itself off?

Crossplay does not turn itself off automatically. If it appears to be off when you know you left it on, restart the game and check the Account menu again. If the setting keeps reverting, your account may not be fully linked — verify the link in the Account menu and try relinking if needed.