Is WheelMates Crossplay?

No, WheelMates does not support crossplay.

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

No, WheelMates 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: At launch WheelMates is PC-only (Steam, September 1, 2026), so crossplay doesn't apply — there's no second platform yet. Console editions (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) are expected around the first half of 2027, and whether they'll add crossplay hasn't been announced, so it's one to watch. Only one player needs to buy the game — a Steam Friend's Pass lets a second player join for free.
Last verified: August 30, 2026

How to Play WheelMates With Friends

  1. WheelMates launches PC-only on Steam on September 1, 2026, with Steam Deck support — so at launch everyone plays on PC and there's no crossplay to set up.
  2. Only one player needs to buy the game — a Friend's Pass lets you share a copy with a second player through Steam.
  3. Play the two-player co-op online, or locally in split-screen on one screen.
  4. Console editions (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) are expected around the first half of 2027; watch for a crossplay announcement then.

Platform Compatibility

WheelMates 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 Yes Two players can share one screen locally.

Does WheelMates Have Cross-Progression?

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

Does WheelMates Have Split Screen / Couch Co-op?

Yes — WheelMates supports split screen / couch co-op, so players can share one screen on supported platforms.

Yes. WheelMates supports local split-screen co-op for two players, so you can play together on one screen, as well as online co-op.

Technical Details

Is WheelMates Crossplay?

Not at launch. WheelMates releases PC-only on Steam on September 1, 2026, so there's no other platform to cross-play with. Console editions (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) are expected around the first half of 2027, but Firevolt has not announced whether they'll support crossplay — so it's one to monitor.

How WheelMates Co-Op Works

WheelMates is built for two players, who drive remote-control cars — with jump boosters, grappling hooks and magnet wheels — to solve puzzles around a scientist's house at their own pace. You can play online or in local split-screen on one screen, and only one of you needs to own the game thanks to a Steam Friend's Pass.

Does WheelMates have a Friend's Pass?

Yes. WheelMates uses a Friend's Pass: only one player needs to buy the game, and they can share a copy with a second player through Steam, so you can play the two-player co-op together for the price of one.

Does WheelMates support Steam Deck?

Yes. The developer has confirmed Steam Deck support for the PC version from its September 1, 2026 launch.

WheelMates Release & Developer

WheelMates is developed by Firevolt. The PC (Steam) version launches September 1, 2026, and the developer has said console editions (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) are due around the first half of 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does WheelMates have crossplay?

Not at launch. WheelMates is PC-only on Steam when it releases September 1, 2026, so there's no second platform to cross-play with. Console editions are expected in the first half of 2027, and a crossplay announcement would come around then.

When does WheelMates release?

The PC (Steam) version launches September 1, 2026. Console editions (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) are expected around the first half of 2027.

Do both players need to buy WheelMates?

No. WheelMates has a Friend's Pass — only one player needs to buy the game, and they can share a copy with a second player through Steam.

How many players is WheelMates?

Two. WheelMates is a two-player co-op adventure, playable online or in local split-screen.

Does WheelMates support Steam Deck?

Yes. Steam Deck support is confirmed for the PC version at launch.

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