Valheim spent over five years as a PC-focused Early Access hit, but its 1.0 launch on September 9, 2026 is also a major console launch. If you’re wondering whether you can finally play Valheim on PS5 or Nintendo Switch 2 — and whether you can play with friends on other systems — here’s the complete, up-to-date answer.
What platforms is Valheim on?
| Platform | Available? |
|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | Yes — since 2021 |
| Xbox Series X|S | Yes — since 2023 |
| Xbox One | Yes — since 2023 |
| Xbox Game Pass / Microsoft Store | Yes |
| Linux & Mac | Yes |
| PlayStation 5 | Yes — new at 1.0 launch (Sept 9, 2026) |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Yes — new at 1.0 launch (Sept 9, 2026) |
Is Valheim on PS5?
Yes — Valheim comes to PlayStation 5 on September 9, 2026, the same day it leaves Early Access with the 1.0 release. This is the first time the game has been available on any PlayStation console. It launches alongside the new Deep North biome, so PS5 players get the full, complete version of Valheim from day one.
Is Valheim on Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes — Valheim launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 9, 2026. Note that this is the Switch 2 specifically; the game arrives as part of the 1.0 release rather than on the original Switch hardware.
Is Valheim on Xbox?
Yes, and it has been for a while. Valheim came to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One in 2023, and it’s included with Xbox Game Pass. Xbox players already enjoy crossplay with PC, and that expands to every platform at 1.0.
Does Valheim have crossplay?
Yes — and this is the big one. At the 1.0 launch, Valheim supports full crossplay across every platform: PC, PS5, Xbox and Switch 2 players can all share the same world. There are no separate platform-locked lobbies. Whether your friends are on a gaming PC or a console, you can all build, explore and fight bosses together.
We’ve written a dedicated breakdown of how this works in our Valheim crossplay guide.
Can console players host a Valheim server?
This is the key limitation to understand. Consoles can’t run their own dedicated server. On peer-to-peer, the world only exists while the host is actively in the game, and everyone’s performance depends on that one machine. If you want a persistent world that stays online 24/7 — so PS5, Switch 2, Xbox and PC friends can all log in whenever they like — the answer is a hosted Valheim server. Rent one world, and everyone joins from any platform.
What about the Deep North and 1.0 content?
Every platform gets the same complete game at launch, including the new frozen Deep North biome — Valheim’s final biome — with new enemies like Gammeltrolls and Elakingar. For the full rundown of what’s in the 1.0 update, see our Valheim 1.0 and Deep North guide.
Frequently asked questions
When does Valheim release on PS5 and Switch 2?
September 9, 2026 — the same day as the 1.0 full release.
Can PS5 and PC players play Valheim together?
Yes. Valheim has full crossplay across PC, PS5, Xbox and Switch 2, so all platforms share the same worlds.
Is Valheim on PS4 or the original Switch?
The confirmed console releases are PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The game is built around current-generation hardware for the 1.0 launch.
Is Valheim on Game Pass?
Yes, Valheim is available on Xbox Game Pass and has been since its 2023 Xbox launch.
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