The original Overwatch did not offer cross-platform play, so PC players could only play with other PC players and the same was true for console players. That has changed with the release of Overwatch 2 which is cross-platform. Here is what you need to know.
Is Overwatch 2 Cross-Platform?
Yes, Overwatch 2 is cross-platform. So PC players can crossplay with console players and vice versa in most games except for competitive mode. So in quick play mode and other non-competitive modes, PC players can play Overwatch 2 with console players and vice versa. To learn more, check out our article on how Overwatch 2 ranks work.
In competitive mode, players will be split into two pools. One for PC players and one for console players, since console players have aim assist. It is also worth mentioning that if console and PC players are in a game together then console players will not be able to take advantage of aim assist. This is done to level the playing field so that console players do not have an unfair advantage.
Does Overwatch 2 Support Cross-Platform Progression?
Not only is Overwatch 2 cross-platform, but it also supports cross-platform progression. Your progression is tied to your Battle.Net ID which means that if you are playing Overwatch 2 on PC then you can easily switch to the console using the same account and keep your progress.
How To Set Up Cross-Platform Play
If you are playing one console then you need to make sure that your console account is linked to your Battle.Net account. You can create a Battle.Net account if you do not already have one. Once you have created a Battle.Net account you can follow the steps mentioned below to set up cross-platform play in Overwatch 2:
- Click your account name (top-right corner)
- From the dropdown menu select account settings
- Select connections
- Connect your Battle.Net account from the list of mentioned accounts (PSN, Xbox Live)
With that out of the way, you need to:
- Launch Overwatch 2 on your console
- The welcome screen will have a code and QR code
- Scan the code on your smartphone or head to blizzard.com/link
- Confirm on your Battle.net account
- You will be notified of your accounts successfully merging
How To Add Friends To Play With
Once you have your console account linked to your Battle.Net, you can add your friends by launching Overwatch 2 and heading into the social tab to find the friends tab. Select the Add a Friend button, and enter your friend’s Battle.Net account name or the email address that is linked to their account. Once the friend request is accepted, you’ll become friends and be able to invite them to your party from your Overwatch 2 friends list. You can use the same method to add your console friends if you are on PC.
This is what you need to know about Overwatch 2 cross-platform play and how you can set it up and add your friends so that you can play with them. You can also learn more about the Overwatch 2 canceled PvE mode.
