[Palword Resource] Palworld: Cross-Play

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Introduction

Palworld, the monster-catching multiplayer adventure, offers a unique blend of cooperation and survival in a vast, open world. With the option to play solo or with friends, understanding the cross-play functionalities and how to set up multiplayer sessions is crucial for maximizing your experience. This guide covers the essentials of playing Palworld with friends, including cross-play capabilities between platforms.

Cross-Play Support

Palworld supports cross-play between Xbox Series X|S and PC via Windows from its early access launch on January 19, 2024. Full cross-play between the Xbox ecosystem and Steam is planned, with no specific date for implementation yet.

Setting Up Multiplayer

Creating a Multiplayer World

1. World Selection: From the world selection screen, select "create a new world."
2. Enable Multiplayer: Toggle the "multiplayer" setting to "on." It’s off by default for new worlds.
3. Start Game: After enabling multiplayer, start the game as usual.

Switching to Multiplayer

• If you initially start in single-player mode, you can switch to multiplayer by selecting "Change world settings" from the world menu before beginning your session.

Invitation Codes

• Receiving an Invite: Obtain an invitation code from your friend outside the game.
• Sending an Invite: Your invitation code, found in the options menu, can be shared with friends. Note that the code is visible only in multiplayer-enabled worlds and changes with each session.

Player Limits

• Xbox/Windows: Up to four players can join in a multiplayer session.
• Steam: Dedicated servers allow for up to 32 players, offering a more expansive multiplayer experience.

Multiplayer Features

• Co-op Gameplay: Build, explore, battle creatures, and share resources with friends in cooperative mode.
• No PvP: Currently, Palworld does not feature player versus player combat.

Future Updates

Developer Pocketpair has expressed intentions to expand cross-play functionalities, aiming to fully bridge the multiplayer experience across the Xbox ecosystem and Steam platforms. While no specific timeline has been provided, this development is eagerly anticipated by the community.

Conclusion

Whether forging a new world with close friends or joining a grand 32-player server on Steam, Palworld's multiplayer and cross-play features promise an engaging cooperative experience. By setting up your world correctly and utilizing invitation codes, you can seamlessly adventure together across different platforms. Stay tuned for updates on full cross-play support to further enhance your Palworld adventures.

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