Is EA FC 24 cross-play? Cross-platform explained for PS5, Xbox & more

After FIFA and EA’s deal ended, the studio’s first solo launch arrived, and players started wondering if EA FC 24 still had cross-play features. Here’s what we know about the game’s capabilities for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox.

EA FC 24 is the new FIFA alternative and direct competitor that is the result of FIFA and EA parting ways after 30 years. With this new rebrand and a few changes, fans had a lot to wonder about leading up to release and one big question was whether or not the game will include cross-play features.

Being able to play online with or against your friends no matter what platforms you’re all using is extremely handy after all, so if you’re curious about cross-play in EA FC 24 we’ve got all the information you need right here.

Here’s everything we know about cross-play in EA FC 24.

Does EA FC 24 have crossplay?

EA FC 24 does feature crossplay but only in specific modes for same-generation platforms.

This means that PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC users will be able to play together, while PlayStation 4 and Xbox One owners do the same.

Unfortunately, cross-play isn’t available at all for the Nintendo Switch version of the game.

Which EA FC 24 modes have crossplay?

For the very first time, EA will enable cross-play for all of its multiplayer online modes. These include:

• Pro Clubs
• Co-Op Seasons
• VOLTA Football (Arcade/Squads)
• Ultimate Team Co-Op (Squad Battles, Rivals, Champions, Online Draft, Online Friendlies & Play a Friend)
• Online Friendlies
• Online Sessions

How to crossplay in EA FC 24?

When you launch the game for the first time, the cross-play will be activated automatically. This will match you with players from the same console generation as yours if you decide to play online with random people.

In case you want to play with friends follow these steps:

1. Go to the game’s main lobby.
2. Open the bottom right “EA Connect” menu by pressing the right joystick.
3. There you’ll see all your online/offline friends, requests, invites, and more.
4. Pick an online friend you want to play with.
5. Send an invite and wait for them to join.

Keep in mind that to enjoy crossplay, you need to have an online subscription like PS Plus, Xbox Live, or the EA App.

Will EA FC 24 have cross-progression?

Once again, EA FC 24 will not support cross-platform progression. So if you start playing on one platform and then wish to move your progress onto another one, you will not be able to do so and will be forced to start from scratch.

That’s everything we know about EA Sports FC 24’s cross-play features. For more content on the game, check out our guides below:

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