Short answer: yes, Palworld has full crossplay. Since the v0.5.0 update on March 19, 2025, players on Steam (PC), Xbox, PlayStation 5 and Mac can all play together in the same world. Here’s exactly which platforms work, how to turn crossplay on, and the two limitations you need to know about before you start a cross-platform server.
Which platforms support Palworld crossplay?
| Platform | Crossplay |
|---|---|
| Steam (PC) | ✅ Yes |
| Xbox Series X|S & Game Pass (PC/console) | ✅ Yes |
| PlayStation 5 | ✅ Yes (since v0.5.0, March 2025) |
| Mac | ✅ Yes |
Before v0.5.0, Steam and Xbox players were kept apart. That update unified them and added PS5, so today all four platforms can join the same world or dedicated server.
How to enable crossplay in Palworld
Crossplay is controlled by the host, not each player:
- When creating or loading a world, open the world settings.
- Find the Cross-Play toggle and switch it on.
- Everyone else simply joins — only the host needs to change the setting.
On a dedicated server, crossplay works the same way: all platforms connect to the one server, so your Steam, Xbox, PS5 and Mac friends share a single persistent world.
The two limitations to know
- No cross-progression. Crossplay lets different platforms play together, but your save, characters and items do not transfer between platforms. Your progress is tied to where you play.
- Voice chat is platform-specific. There’s no built-in cross-platform voice, so most crossplay groups use Discord.
The best way to play crossplay: a dedicated server
Invite co-op supports crossplay but caps you at 4 players and dies when the host logs off. For a persistent cross-platform world that’s always online for up to 32 players, a dedicated server is the way to go. You can host a crossplay-ready Palworld server on XGamingServer — one world your Steam, Xbox, PS5 and Mac friends can all jump into 24/7, on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X hardware with one-click setup.
New to dedicated hosting? Compare it with co-op in our Palworld dedicated server vs co-op guide, and check how much RAM you’ll need first.
Frequently asked questions
Is Palworld crossplay between PC and Xbox?
Yes — and also PS5 and Mac. All four platforms have shared crossplay since v0.5.0 (March 2025).
Does Palworld have cross-progression?
No. You can play together across platforms, but your save and items don’t transfer between them.
Can PS5 players join a Palworld dedicated server?
Yes. PS5 players can join a crossplay-enabled dedicated server alongside Steam, Xbox and Mac players.
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