Is Enshrouded Crossplay?

No, Enshrouded does not support crossplay.

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Quick Answer: Does Enshrouded have Crossplay & Cross-Progression?

No, Enshrouded 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: Enshrouded is PC-only for now, so crossplay does not apply yet — there are no console versions to connect to. A PlayStation 5 edition is due at the 1.0 launch on October 15, 2026, with Xbox Series X|S following in Spring 2027; crossplay between PC and console has not been confirmed.
Last verified: July 8, 2026

How to Play Enshrouded With Friends

  1. Host a server from the main menu, or join a friend's world via the Steam friends list.
  2. Share your server address or password with friends on PC.
  3. For persistent worlds, set up a dedicated server.
  4. Console versions (PS5, then Xbox) arrive in 2026-2027; crossplay is not yet confirmed.

Platform Compatibility

Enshrouded is available on the following platforms:

PC
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 Enshrouded Have Cross-Progression?

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

Does Enshrouded Have Split Screen / Couch Co-op?

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

Enshrouded does not support local split-screen co-op. All multiplayer features are online only, requiring each player to have their own device and a copy of the game.

Technical Details

How Enshrouded Online Play Works

Enshrouded is currently a PC-only game (Steam and Windows), so there are no other platforms to cross-play with yet. Players host or join co-op worlds with friends via the server browser, friend invites or a dedicated server — all on PC.

Enshrouded Solo & Offline Play

Enshrouded is primarily designed as an online multiplayer experience. While you can play solo in offline mode, many features and content are optimized for cooperative play with others.

Does Enshrouded support Steam Deck?

Yes, Enshrouded is playable on Steam Deck with performance adjustments available in settings.

Console Versions & Crossplay Plans

Enshrouded launched in PC Early Access in January 2024 and supports up to 16 players in co-op. A PlayStation 5 edition is scheduled to arrive with the 1.0 launch on October 15, 2026, and an Xbox Series X|S edition is planned for Spring 2027. Developer Keen Games has described full crossplay between PC and consoles as a 'possible long-term goal' rather than a confirmed launch feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can PC and PS5 play Enshrouded together?

Not yet. Enshrouded is currently PC-only. The PlayStation 5 edition arrives with the 1.0 launch on October 15, 2026, and crossplay between PC and console has not been confirmed.

Does Enshrouded have cross-progression?

No, Enshrouded does not support cross-progression. Your character, base, and world saves are locked to the platform you're playing on. Switching platforms means starting completely over.

Will crossplay be added to Enshrouded?

Keen Games has described full crossplay across PC and consoles as a 'possible long-term goal', not a confirmed feature. Console-to-console (PS5 and Xbox) is seen as the more likely first step once both versions are out.

How many players can play Enshrouded together?

Enshrouded supports up to 16 players in co-op on a single server, significantly more than most survival crafting games.

Can I host my own Enshrouded server?

Yes, PC players can host dedicated servers or create sessions through the in-game menu, with server passwords to keep worlds private.

Is Enshrouded better solo or co-op?

Both playstyles work well. Co-op makes building and combat easier with more hands, while solo offers a more challenging, focused survival experience. The game scales content for both.

Is Enshrouded still in Early Access?

Yes. As of mid-2026 Enshrouded is still in PC Early Access (launched January 2024). The 1.0 release — and the first console version, on PS5 — is scheduled for October 15, 2026, with Xbox Series X|S in Spring 2027.

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