Is Elden Ring Crossplay?

No, Elden Ring does not support crossplay.

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Quick Answer: Does Elden Ring have Crossplay & Cross-Progression?

No, Elden Ring does not support crossplay at this time. Players are limited to playing within their own platform's ecosystem. Cross-progression is not supported, so your saves stay tied to the platform you play on.

Note: Multiplayer only crosses console generations within one brand — PS4 with PS5, Xbox One with Xbox Series X/S — never between PlayStation and Xbox, and never with PC.
Last verified: January 6, 2026

How to Play Elden Ring With Friends

  1. Open the 'System' menu and go to 'Network'.
  2. Set a 'Multiplayer Password' to match with specific friends.
  3. Use a 'Furlcalling Finger Remedy' to see your friend's summon sign.
  4. Note: You must both be on the same console family (e.g., both on PlayStation).

Platform Compatibility

Elden Ring is available on the following platforms:

PCPlayStation 4PlayStation 5Xbox OneXbox Series X/S
Feature Supported Details
Crossplay No Players are limited to their own platform.
Cross-Progression No Saves and unlocks stay tied to each platform.
Split Screen / Couch Co-op No Online multiplayer only — no shared-screen play.

Does Elden Ring Have Cross-Progression?

No — Elden Ring does not support cross-progression. Saves and unlocks stay tied to the platform where you earned them.

Does Elden Ring Have Split Screen / Couch Co-op?

No — Elden Ring does not offer split screen or couch co-op. To play together, each player needs their own system running the game.

Elden Ring does not support local split-screen co-op. All multiplayer is online within platform families.

Technical Details

How Elden Ring Online Play Works

Elden Ring's multiplayer is restricted to platform ecosystem. PC players completely isolated. Console cross-gen works (PS4 with PS5, Xbox One with Series X/S). Co-op and PvP invasions limited to platform family. Matchmaking restricted by character level and weapon upgrade level.

Elden Ring Solo & Offline Play

Elden Ring is fully playable solo and offline. The entire game can be completed without online features or co-op.

Known Issues & Limitations

PC completely isolated from consoles. No crossplay between different console brands. Multiplayer uses password system for specific friend matching. Cross-region play possible but laggy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can PS5 play with PS4?

Yes, cross-gen play is fully supported within the PlayStation ecosystem.

Can I move my save from Xbox to PC?

No, cross-progression is not supported.

Does cross-region play allow cross-platform?

No, cross-region only allows you to match with people in other countries on the same platform.

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