All articles tagged with #cross play
Atari and Nightdive Studios release a Nintendo Switch 2 version of System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster, adding Cross-Play Co-Op, enhanced character and weapon models, updated animations, optimized controller support, and QoL improvements; players can choose from three branches (OS A, Marines, Navy) and the game is priced at $29.99, with the original System Shock also available on Switch 2.
Kinetic Games launches a limited-time event, ‘Phasmophobia by Alan Wake,’ bringing Alan Wake 2–inspired atmosphere to Phasmophobia on Xbox Series X|S from May 12 to June 2. The collaboration enhances rather than replaces the core, blending lighting, sound, and environmental storytelling to intensify the player-driven investigations while preserving Phasmophobia’s emergent gameplay. The team highlights balance and authenticity as challenges and suggests future collaborations could follow if the alignment feels right, offering fans a fresh yet familiar horror experience and ongoing community engagement.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will launch on July 2 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC (Steam), with PC pre-orders live and wishlist options on PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store. From Gameplay Group and PM Studios, it features 12 characters, Story/Arcade modes, Training, Combo Trials, Gallery, and online play with cross-play and rollback netcode. It will be available in Standard ($29.99) and Deluxe ($49.99) editions (with Year 1 Pass), and a PS4 version appears not planned; pre-order bonuses include a Samurai Appa skin and exclusive character colors.
Windows Central reports Once Human, a 2024 Steam standout, is coming to Xbox for free. The open‑world MMO shooter will support cross‑play and cross‑progression across PC/Steam, Xbox, and mobile at launch, with purchases transferring to Xbox; a PlayStation 5 version is planned. The game is described as free‑to‑play with no pay‑to‑win mechanics, emphasizing cooperative boss battles in a post‑apocalyptic setting.
Xbox used GDC to unveil Project Helix, a next‑gen console built to play both console and PC games, powered by a custom AMD SoC for the next DirectX/FSR era, promising a major leap in ray tracing and cross‑play; alpha dev kits arrive 2027, and Windows 11 Xbox mode will help bridge console‑PC experiences ahead of a full reveal likely no earlier than 2028.
Cygames revealed Beatrix as a new playable character in Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, the enhanced edition releasing July 9, 2026 for PC, PS4, PS5, and Switch 2. The expansion adds new story content, summons, co‑op quest tiers, bosses, and a new solo mode called Conflux, plus master traits; it also supports cross‑play for up to four players and local wireless on Switch 2.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds was delayed on Switch 2 to allow more time for proper optimization, aiming for content parity and consistent cross-play experience across platforms, with expectations of 60fps gameplay on the new console.
Gears of War: Reloaded has surpassed 1 million players within three days of its release across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring remastered content, cross-play, and cross-progression.
Gears of War: Reloaded is a visually improved remaster of the classic third-person shooter, offering better graphics, smooth gameplay, and cross-platform features, making it a must-play for newcomers and fans alike, despite some missing features like photo mode and multiplayer bots.
Gears of War: Reloaded, a remastered version of the original 2006 game, launches on August 26 on PS5, Xbox, and PC with specific release times worldwide, featuring 4K resolution, up to 120fps, and cross-play support. It is priced at $40, with free upgrades for existing owners of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, and is included in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Helldivers 2 will be released on Xbox Series X on August 26, marking a rare instance of Sony publishing a first-party title on a rival platform, with cross-play support. The game was initially launched on PlayStation 5 and Windows PC in February 2024, and its Xbox release coincides with the debut of Gears of War on PlayStation. The release raises questions about Sony's future publishing strategies on other platforms.
Helldivers 2, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, is making history as the first PlayStation-published game to be released on Xbox, arriving on August 26th for $39.99 with cross-platform play, and has gained popularity for its humorous and chaotic cooperative gameplay.
Capcom has officially declared the Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6 as tournament legal, supporting both online and offline competitions, and highlighting its cross-play capabilities, marking a positive step for Nintendo platform fighters.
Infinity Nikki, a PS5 console exclusive gacha game, has achieved 10 million downloads shortly after its launch, alongside Marvel Rivals. To celebrate, developer Infold Games is offering players 10 Free Draws, available until December 31. Infinity Nikki, also available on PC and mobile with cross-play support, has not announced an Xbox release.
Larian Studios is set to release a final major patch for Baldur's Gate 3 in 2025, featuring new subclasses, cross-play multiplayer, and cross-platform progression. This update will include a variety of fixes and enhancements, such as new abilities for Oathbreakers and a Photo Mode. The patch aims to provide a comprehensive farewell to the game before Larian moves on to new projects, with a stress test planned for early January across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.