Larian Studios has officially confirmed that Patch 8 for Baldur’s Gate 3 will introduce cross-platform play, enabling adventurers on PS5, Xbox, and Mac to travel together effortlessly. This much-anticipated feature allows players to join forces no matter the platform, bringing together Monks, Bards, Dwarves, Drow, Tieflings, and more in the expansive world of Faerûn without limitation. However, the Patch 8 release date is not yet announced.
How to Enable Baldur’s Gate 3 Cross-Play?
Here is a step-by-step guide for how to enable Cross-Play in Baldur’s Gate 3 and creating multiplayer lobbies, making the transition seamless for everyone.
Enabling Cross-Play co-op in Baldur’s Gate 3:
- Go to the home screen of the game and click Options
- Navigate to Default Online Settings
- Here check the box for “Allow Cross-Play” — and you’re done!
You can then utilize the Larian Network to discover and add friends from other platforms based on their Larian IDs. You can also sort through your friends list, such as taking away those you no longer travel with.
Creating and Participating in a Cross-Platform Lobby
Starting your own cross-platform multiplayer game:
- Go to Multiplayer in the main menu.
- Click on the Cross-Play tab.
- Press Create, personalize your session, and start.
- Send invites directly by clicking the plus symbol beside their name—or send new friends the invitation using their Larian ID.
The steps are just as easy — go to Multiplayer, choose Cross-Platform, and look for an open game lobby. If there is a private session in progress, the host will have to invite you.
Mod Compatibility and Hosting Rules
For mod users, Baldur’s Gate 3 will ask for a verification window to join a session. Hosts who have PC mods need to make sure that their save file has less than 100 mods and that they are all console and Mac compatible—tagged with special tags.
With cross-platform play finally underway, there’s no excuse not to reform your party and embark on fresh quests. As for resolving quarrels in the Emerald Grove? Well, that’s still on you. But hey—at least there’ll be loads of snacks on the way!
With crossplay activated, friends can create parties between platforms, allowing it to be simpler than ever to venture through the Astral Plane, fight tough enemies, and experience the game’s deep, choice-based narrative.
