Is Sea of Thieves Crossplay?

Yes, Sea of Thieves fully supports crossplay.

Full Crossplay Support
Cross-Progression
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Quick Answer: Does Sea of Thieves have Crossplay & Cross-Progression?

Yes, Sea of Thieves supports full crossplay across PC, Xbox One+, PlayStation 5. This means you can play with friends regardless of their platform. Cross-progression is enabled, keeping your saves and unlocks synced across platforms.

Note: All players must sign into a Microsoft account. Console players have a 'Controller-Only' matchmaking preference to avoid PC mouse/keyboard users.
Last verified: November 24, 2025

How to Play Cross-Platform

  1. Ensure your PlayStation or Steam account is linked to your Microsoft/Xbox account.
  2. Select your ship and crew type (Open or Closed).
  3. Use the 'Invite Friends' button to pull up the unified Microsoft friends list.
  4. Invites will be sent as system notifications on Xbox/PC or in-game on PS5.

Platform Compatibility

Sea of Thieves is available on the following platforms:

PCXbox One+PlayStation 5
Feature Supported Details
Crossplay Yes All listed platforms can play together.
Cross-Progression Yes Your saves and unlocks sync across platforms.
Split Screen / Couch Co-op No Online multiplayer only — no shared-screen play.

Does Sea of Thieves Have Cross-Progression?

Yes — Sea of Thieves supports cross-progression. Your saves, unlocks and progress stay synced when you switch platforms.

Does Sea of Thieves Have Split Screen / Couch Co-op?

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

Sea of Thieves does not support local split-screen co-op. All multiplayer is online through Microsoft Account.

Technical Details

How Sea of Thieves Online Play Works

Sea of Thieves features full crossplay across PC (Steam, Microsoft Store), Xbox, and PS5 through Microsoft Account. Up to 4 players per ship (or 6 on Galleon). Voice chat through platform-specific systems or Discord. Controller-only matchmaking option for consoles.

Sea of Thieves Solo & Offline Play

Sea of Thieves is online-only. There is a 'Safer Seas' mode for solo/private crews with limited progression, but an internet connection is still required.

Known Issues & Features

PC players using mouse/keyboard have advantages in combat. Console players can enable 'controller-only' matchmaking for more balanced PvP. Microsoft Account required for all platforms including PlayStation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sea of Thieves have cross-progression?

Yes, Sea of Thieves supports full cross-progression through your Microsoft account. All your pirate cosmetics, reputation, gold, and progress sync across all platforms.

Can I play on multiple platforms with one purchase?

Only if you buy from the Microsoft Store on PC - this grants access to both PC and Xbox versions. Steam, PlayStation, and other versions are separate purchases. Progress carries over between all platforms via your Microsoft account.

Can I disable crossplay on PC?

No, PC players cannot disable crossplay. Only console players (PlayStation and Xbox) have the option to restrict matchmaking.

Do I need Xbox Live Gold?

Xbox players need Xbox Live Gold or Game Pass Ultimate for online multiplayer. PlayStation players need PlayStation Plus. PC players only need a Microsoft account.

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