Is The Outlast Trials Crossplay?

Yes, The Outlast Trials fully supports crossplay.

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Quick Answer: Does The Outlast Trials have Crossplay & Cross-Progression?

Yes, The Outlast Trials supports full crossplay across PC, Xbox One+, PlayStation 4+. This means you can play with friends regardless of their platform. Cross-progression is not supported, so your saves stay tied to the platform you play on.

Note: Full crossplay is supported via 'The Outlast Trials Friend Code'. You do not need to link a secondary account like Ubisoft or EA.
Last verified: July 14, 2026

How to Play Cross-Platform

  1. Go to the 'Terminal' in the Sleep Room.
  2. Click the 'Social' tab.
  3. Reveal your 'Friend Code' and share it.
  4. Enter your friend's code to add them to your Reagent group.

Platform Compatibility

The Outlast Trials is available on the following platforms:

PCXbox One+PlayStation 4+
Feature Supported Details
Crossplay Yes All listed platforms can play together.
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 The Outlast Trials Have Cross-Progression?

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

Does The Outlast Trials Have Split Screen / Couch Co-op?

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

The Outlast Trials does not support local split-screen co-op. All multiplayer is online through the Friend Code system.

Technical Details

How The Outlast Trials Online Play Works

The Outlast Trials features full crossplay across all platforms through a unique Friend Code system. Up to 4 players can team up in co-op horror missions. Voice chat works across platforms.

The Outlast Trials Solo & Offline Play

The Outlast Trials can be played solo, though it's designed for co-op. An internet connection is required even for solo play.

Known Issues & Features

The Friend Code system is unique and doesn't require external account linking. Crossplay works seamlessly once codes are exchanged. Game is designed for co-op but playable solo. Note that crossplay does not include cross-progression — Red Barrels has confirmed progress stays on the platform you play on (the Xbox ecosystem aside, where Xbox consoles share saves).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play The Outlast Trials with friends on different platforms?

Yes, full crossplay is supported across all platforms using the Friend Code system.

Do I need an external account for crossplay?

No, The Outlast Trials uses its own Friend Code system. No Ubisoft, EA, or Epic account needed.

Can I play The Outlast Trials solo?

Yes, you can play solo, though the game is designed for 4-player co-op and is more challenging alone.

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