Palworld, the captivating creature-collecting survival game that’s been dubbed ‘Pokemon with guns,’ has become a viral sensation since its launch. With Pokemon being a Nintendo console exclusive, and one of the most successful video game franchises ever, it’s no surprise that gamers on other platforms are eager to experience the thrill of capturing and battling unique creatures in an open-world setting.
As a survival game that heavily emphasizes cooperative play, similar to Ark: Survival Evolved, many players are hoping Palworld would embrace cross-platform functionality. After all, who wouldn’t want to team up with friends regardless of their chosen platform?
While Palworld does offer some cross-platform support, it’s currently limited. You can only play with friends on Xbox and PC if you’re using the Xbox app on PC. Steam players are unfortunately left out of this cross-platform party. This setup might seem a bit awkward, but it’s better than no cross-platform support at all, as seen with games like Elden Ring.
The developers have acknowledged the demand for broader cross-platform support and have confirmed they’re working on it. However, since the game’s launch, there haven’t been any updates on this front. Currently, Palworld is only available on Steam and Xbox. There are no plans for a PlayStation 5 release, and a Nintendo Switch launch hasn’t been mentioned either.
Cross-platform support between Xbox and PC should be relatively straightforward to implement. We’ll keep you updated with any news regarding cross-platform play as soon as it becomes available. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcement, and get ready to catch some Palworld creatures with your friends, no matter their platform!
