Remnant 2 is one of the most highly anticipated co-op and shooter games for 2023. However, fans have expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding crossplay support between PC and consoles as the release date of July 25, 2023 approaches. And these concerns are valid. While Remnant: From the Ashes was enjoyable as a solo experience, it truly shined when played with friends. In this article, we will delve into everything we currently know about Remnant 2’s crossplay support, based on Gunfire’s announcements and their approach with the previous installment of the game.
Will Remnant 2 Have Crossplay Support?
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Gunfire has not officially announced whether Remnant 2 will have crossplay support. The fact that there has been no announcement is definitely concerning for fans, especially considering that Remnant 2 is one of the most anticipated co-op games of the year. Potential players want to know if they should pre-order the game, but the lack of information is leaving them unsure. Based on Gunfire’s approach with the release of Remnant: From the Ashes, it is likely that crossplay will not be available at launch, unless an announcement states otherwise.
Now that we’ve addressed the disappointing news, let’s discuss some speculations based on how crossplay was implemented for Remnant: From the Ashes after its initial release. Unfortunately, there might be more disappointing news in store for fans, but I will provide more details shortly. To begin with, let’s examine how crossplay worked for the first game. Initially, players who purchased Remnant: From the Ashes on either the Steam or Epic Games Store platforms were only able to play with each other. Additionally, PC players who purchased the game on the Microsoft Store could only play with Xbox console players, as the Microsoft servers were isolated. Finally, PlayStation 4 and 5 players were limited to playing with each other.
So, what implications does this have for Remnant 2 once crossplay support becomes available? There are two major changes to consider. Firstly, Remnant 2 will only be available on the latest-generation consoles, meaning that players who still own older consoles will be unable to play the game. Secondly, Remnant 2 will not be available on the Microsoft Store, which means that PC players will not be able to play with Xbox console players. Additionally, no announcement has been made regarding whether Xbox and PlayStation players will be able to engage in crossplay.
The absence of crossplay at launch for Remnant 2 is appearing to be a reality, and the situation becomes even more complicated when considering the compatibility between PC and consoles. At this point, I would highly recommend that you and your friends come to an agreement on which platform to purchase Remnant 2 on, just in case crossplay is supported and you have specific requirements for how it should function. Stay tuned for further updates once Gunfire makes an official announcement!