Next-Gen crossplay (PS5/XboxSX)

@VeloRama_TwitchI'd wait for an official answer from EA, in the beta for crossplay options there were 2 different toggle options regarding crossplay, just don't think it was working properly and I was on PS5, seeing as I would not have been able to play w older gen no matter what, you could more so assume that the console option is there along with a pc option as well,

I would not entirely rule out that option.

but maybe you can get an official answer.

You're right, i should probably wait for an official answer.

Hey @VeloRama_Twitch,

Thanks for your visit to the forums.

It is indeed the case that there's a slight difference in cross-play amongst console generations. This information might help:

Edit: more clarification here.

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How many players does Battlefield 2042 support?

For the first time in Battlefield’s history, 128 players can join the all-out war at the same time**. This colossal player count equals entirely new gameplay opportunities and epic Battlefield moments.

**Xbox One and PlayStation®4 supports 64 players. 128 players and massive-scale maps are available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation®5.

Optimizations and differences between the 64 and 128-player experiences

On Xbox One and PlayStation®4 you will have access to the same gameplay features that we’ve announced for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation®5. Weapons, Vehicles, Specialists and Gadgets all remain the same no matter what generation of console you’re playing on. Dynamic Weather events such as tornadoes, or Environmental Hazards like EMP storms will also be experienced by all players.

Our intention is to ensure that nothing detracts from the overall experience of playing Battlefield 2042. The main differences between console generations is that we’ve made adjustments to the playable area on the maps to ensure a fluid play experience for Xbox One and PlayStation® 4 consoles.

Cross-play in Battlefield 2042 beyond the Technical Playtest
We are still building cross-play functionality, and the first opportunity for us to test it with a wider, invite-only group will be within the Technical Playtest. Right now, we’d like to give you an understanding of what we’re looking to achieve as final functionality beyond the Technical Playtest, so here is an overview of what you can expect that to look like:

• PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5 system (PC and console can opt-out from playing together)
• Xbox One and PlayStation®4 systems

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More information can also be found here: https://answers.ea.com/t5/Battlefield-Announcements/Battlefield-Briefing-Answering-Your-Reveal-Questions/td-p/10497692 🙂

Your feedback is greatly appreciated however and I will make sure to pass it on to the teams!

That is indeed correct. As per the shared article:
Cross-play:

• PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5 system (PC and console can opt-out from playing together)
• Xbox One and PlayStation®4 systems

*I just added it to my previous post. 🙂

**Edit: more clarification here.

@MegatronNerd  well if I remember correctly

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To clarify: Xbox One and PlayStation 4 will play with each other. Players on PC and Gen 5 consoles exist in a second state of cross-play, and won't cross over. Opt out of cross-play, and you'll play with players on the same platform. No matter your Battlefield 2042 version.

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https://twitter.com/Straatford87/status/1415357535129899014?s=20 

@Straatford87 

It would be nice if console players can opt-out PC players and still get all "crossplay" enabled "console players" however DICE_Straatford had tweeted that it is crossplay "all" or "nothing" and with nothing it will be your own console pool (Crossplay on = PS5/Xbox Series S|X/PC ) or Crossplay off = PS5 only (PS5 vs PS5) / Xbox Series S|X only (Xbox Series S/X vs Xbox Series S/X) / PC only (PC vs PC).

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another one from

@PartWeIsh 

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Platform = what you're playing on. So if you're playing on an PlayStation 5, and you opt out of Crossplay, you will play with PlayStation 5 players. Hope that helps. Have a great weekend!

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https://twitter.com/PartWelsh/status/1416086017153638409 

Hey @CloudMcRip,

Do you mean that you would like to have some clarification if you play on Gen5 consoles, turn cross-play off, that you still play with other Gen5 consoles but without PC? And that it does not mean PS5 vs. PS5 for example?

*Edit: more clarification here.

@CloudMcRip @MegatronNerd @EA_Leeuw

New-gen consoles & PC:

Cross-play = ON

--> PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC together. 

Cross-play OFF

--> only players on the same platform as you. 

Old-gen consoles:

Cross-play ON

--> PS4 and Xbox One

Cross-play OFF

--> only players on the same platform as you.

No split for New-gen console Cross-play to only cancel out PC! 

Greets,

Travis