Best Crossplay Games On Xbox Game Pass (May 2025)

Although still not a default practice, crossplay has grown considerably in popularity. Nowadays, cross-platform games are not unheard of, which makes sense since these titles rely on having active communities. If it is possible to bring everyone together rather than divide the player base, that should extend the project’s lifespan.

One of the best deals in gaming, Xbox Game Pass has an impressively diverse library that caters to most genres and player requirements. Although not heavily promoted, Microsoft’s subscription service also has a few cross-platform titles. Therefore, that begs the question – which are the best crossplay games on Game Pass?

Updated on May 4, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The last few weeks contained a couple of crossplay Game Pass games, although none of which quite warrant individual entries. That said, let’s highlight them quickly below:

• Towerborne entered Game Preview on April 29 and supports crossplay between Xbox and PC.
• Modern Warfare II (2022) is not among the most highly-regarded entries in the franchise, but it can be worth a try for players who skipped it the first time. Full crossplay is supported.

Revenge of the Savage Planet is also set to debut on May 8, 2025, with the game supporting crossplay. Somewhat of a sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet, the new release pushes a few things in a different direction, including opting for a third-person camera rather than first-person. Players will get to explore four planets, all in the hope of getting revenge against the corporation that screwed them.

33 Immortals

Survive Hell With Friends And Strangers

Currently available in early access/game preview, 33 Immortals is still a work in progress; however, the current version is already impressive and provides a fairly complete experience, at least in terms of showcasing the roguelite’s core gameplay loop. One of the most existing co-op games in a long time, Thunder Lotus’s project delivers on its title’s promise: 33-user multiplayer. Now, that does not mean players will be constantly battling alongside 32 other people, as that is rarely the case.

Putting aside time spent in the Dark Forest, which is the hub area, players are dropped onto a fairly large map, where they are encouraged to explore, kill monsters, collect resources, take on Torture Chambers, and eventually defeat the main bosses. For the most part, players will split up into smaller groups so they can cover as much ground as possible, especially since certain challenges come with restrictions anyway. 33 Immortals emphasize smart and cohesive teamwork, and even as groups spread across the terrain, they are still all working toward the same endpoint.

In terms of actual gameplay, 33 Immortals shares similarities with Hades, offering fast-paced isometric action with stylish combat. As a roguelite, players will constantly be upgrading their skills during a run, and long-term progression is tied to the Feat Level. There are also plenty of weapons to pick from, although sticking to one is generally advised.

33 Immortals is only available on Xbox and the Epic Games Store.

Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition

A Co-Op Blast With Some Drawbacks

Borderlands 4 is set to drop later in 2025, and the project’s pre-release material has garnered a somewhat mixed response so far. Still, Gearbox’s game will undoubtedly be among the year’s biggest co-op releases, along with being (hopefully) a very good and lengthy FPS solo option. While not every entry in the franchise has received equal acclaim, Borderlands is, for the most part, a fairly consistent series, especially when it comes to looter shooters.

At this point, most people likely already have an opinion on this IP as a whole. However, complete newcomers who want to take their first step into this wacky universe can check out Game Pass’s Borderlands 3. Ignoring the story and characters, the 2019 release has arguably the best gameplay in the franchise, at least when it comes to the numbered entries. As always, players step into the shoes of Vault Hunters, and they head to Pandora to help out the Crimson Raiders. Each of the four classes has unique abilities that set them apart from each other, along with three skill trees that allow for fairly different builds. Solo players can have a blast trying out different characters, while co-op teams can focus on building a well-rounded party.

To make matters even more enticing, Game Pass has the Ultimate Edition, which comes with basically everything. That includes the four DLC campaigns, which are generally regarded to be superior to the base story. While its writing tends to get quite a lot of criticism, Borderlands 3 is still overall a very good co-op FPS game.

Madden NFL 25

Step On The Field With PS5 And PC Players

While not 100% guaranteed, most modern sports games tend to incorporate crossplay support, just because these projects live and die because of the viability of their online sessions. Thanks to its collaboration with EA Play, Xbox Game Pass has a few cross-platform sports games, although exceptions exist. For example, EA Sports FC 24 and NHL 24 support crossplay, but UFC 5 does not.

Madden NFL 25 is another project that allows PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S users to play with or against each other, and the feature is activated by default (although it can be turned off via the Xbox’s system settings). Madden NFL 25 has quite a few multiplayer options, and they generally support cross-platform play. For instance, the feature is available in Franchise and Ultimate Team, which are arguably the most popular modes in the game.

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6

PvP Multiplayer And PvE Co-Op Both Support Crossplay

With new releases being a yearly tradition, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 should not have felt like a big deal. Activision’s game was always going to be a huge commercial success because the IP has become so inescapable that financial failure seems impossible; however, the previous entry, Modern Warfare 3​​​​​​, garnered pretty universal criticism, especially its single-player campaign. Even the usually reliable Zombies mode struggled to receive a global nod of approval, largely thanks to MW3 taking an open-world approach that lacked the intensity of waved-based missions. Therefore, Black Ops 6 was a sure-fire blockbuster, but it was hardly a guaranteed critical darling.

More importantly, the game debuted directly on Game Pass, a first for the franchise. This presented a rare opportunity for COD to bring back lapsed players who had grown tired of the formula and had no desire to drop cash on a new project. To cater to these returnees (or even newcomers), BO6 wisely incorporated a lengthy and enjoyable single-player campaign that hearkens back to the franchise’s glory days.

As good as the story is, BO6‘s legacy will be defined by its multiplayer, both the PvP modes and Zombies. Wisely, crossplay is thoroughly supported, allowing players from all ecosystems to play together. This is a particularly big deal for Zombies, which mostly reverted to Black Ops Cold War‘s formula. That is not a bad thing. PvP also plays things safe, delivering reliable maps and staple game modes. BO6 is among the best Call of Duty games in a long while, and it serves as a great reintroduction to the franchise.

Moving Out 2

A Party Without Restrictions

Nothing in the world is less fun than moving from one house to another. The event is tedious, frustrating, and prone to disastrous errors; the sooner it is done, the better. Naturally, this process sounds like the perfect basis for a video game series! Moving Out serves as a prime example that developers can make anything fun with the right creativity and, more often than not, co-op. The original 2020 entry is a delightful psychics-based sim that challenges players to take charge of a moving company that tends to accept requests that are a bit unusual. It proved that this concept can work in a party setting.

Moving Out 2 builds upon its predecessor’s foundations, delivering a similar gameplay loop that is enhanced through far more absurd scenarios. Yes, this is a multiverse adventure that sends movers across dimensions. Putting aside the ridiculous missions, Moving Out 2 is, at its core, a puzzle game about finding the ideal path to ensure that as many items survive the transfer process in one piece, which is easier said than done. Communication is key, especially since the title really should be played with a few friends. Sure, single-player is an option, but Moving Out 2 loses a lot when co-op is not involved. It is simply designed for multiplayer. Fortunately, the game supports cross-platform play, so it should not be that difficult to set up a play session.

Diablo 4

An Action RPG That Is Far Better When Played With Friends

Following a stellar debut, Diablo 4‘s post-launch life has been slightly messy. Blizzard’s action RPG has developed a mixed reputation, with every new update seemingly muddying the water more. Even if not universally loved, Diablo 4 is nevertheless a big deal with plenty of positives in its favor, including a reasonably fun single-player campaign that should be able to keep someone entertained for a couple of hours. However, this franchise has never prioritized storytelling, and that remains true with the 2023 entry. As such, players will be spending most of their time grinding for loot in the endgame, which is the section that has arguably garnered the most criticism.

Unsurprisingly, Diablo 4 shines the brightest when played in co-op, a feature complemented by widespread cross-platform support. The multiplayer element has some issues, like launching with a lack of a global chat, but co-op can be an absolute blast as it allows players to take advantage of the different classes’ complementary capabilities. More importantly, Diablo 4 has come quite far since its launch, steadily developing into a more robust and complete experience. While the Vessel of Hatred expansion requires additional investment, Blizzard regularly releases free updates that improve (or just change) the base game.

MLB The Show 24

Baseball Sim With A Strong Online Component

MLB The Show is firmly cemented as the definitive baseball franchise, with each entry offering a realistic but accessible sim that honors the sport’s history while reflecting on its current status. Although perhaps not the most highly regarded entry in the series, MLB The Show 24 still features top-notch gameplay, high production value, and modes that can keep players engaged for months on end.

People who want to play alone can focus on Road to the Show, Franchise, or Storylines, all of which are huge time sinks that provide fairly different experiences from each other. The game supports cross-progression fully too. Nowadays, a modern sports game cannot exist without an online component, and MLB The Show 24 has that covered with Diamond Dynasty. Utilizing cards and seasons, this mode can be addictive and polarizing.

Mortal Kombat 11

A Great Fighting Game That Is Still Relatively Popular Despite MK1’s Existence

Mortal Kombat 11 is extra special since it is one of the few Xbox Game Pass crossplay games also on PS Plus Extra; therefore, subscribers can face off in epic and bloody duels. That said, NetherRealm’s Krossplay comes with a few restrictions since players need to be on same-gen hardware. Furthermore, the feature is only available on PlayStation and Xbox systems; however, Xbox players can face off against PC users who are using the Microsoft store.

Released in 2019, Mortal Kombat 11 has generally enjoyed a good run, despite garnering early backlash due to its monetization practices. Combat-wise, MK11 focuses on methodical gameplay, demanding that players take a more strategic approach to battles. While no longer at its peak due to the arrival of Mortal Kombat 1, the game’s multiplayer is still reasonably active.

Sea Of Thieves

The Ultimate Swashbuckling Co-Op (Or PvP) Fun

Ever since its rough launch in 2018, Rare’s Sea of Thieves has amassed a dedicated fanbase who appreciate its free-roaming structure, stylish visuals, and frequent updates. Although the waters are not bereft of solitary adventurers, Sea of Thieves is largely intended to be a co-op experience, with players being encouraged to create crews to get the most out of the pirate life.

Regardless of whether someone seeks companionship or not, they will meet other players at some point or another since Sea of Thieves is an always-online multiplayer game; consequently, it benefits from crossplay support. Considering the title will likely always be available on Game Pass, it makes sense to combine the community into one online space. That said, controller-only players might struggle in PvP scenarios against pirates controlled by keyboards and mice, leading to a few unbalanced encounters. As such, Sea of Thieves’ crossplay is mainly for when friends from different ecosystems want to join forces.

Xbox users can disable crossplay support if they wish.

F1 24

Mixed Bag Multiplayer That Has Its Moments

Codemasters’ F1 games are generally dependable, even if the curse of the annual release means improvements are incremental rather than significant. F1 24 is arguably the best entry since EA’s acquisition of Codemasters, and it is a fairly accessible experience that tries to be welcoming to new players while still catering to veterans. Solo players who have no intention of taking part in online races can just stick to MyTeam or a career mode that features real-life drivers.

The online scene primarily comes down to ranked races, although there are more casual options as well. Honestly, F1 24‘s multiplayer modes are inconsistent, providing races that can get frustrating rather quickly. Newcomers who are still coming to grips with the basics will also want to stick to single-player. Still, online is part of the equation and supports crossplay.

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2

Fun & Accessible Fighting Game For Kids & Adults Alike

Super Smash Bros. casts such a dense shadow over the platform fighting genre that any project that enters the space will automatically be compared to Nintendo’s juggernaut crossover franchise, and they are always in an uphill battle to stand out in a positive light. Even though SSB is exclusive to one ecosystem and not direct competition for multi-platform releases, an IP has yet to come that succeeds in defining itself as the definitive option on Xbox or PlayStation consoles. Although not an exception, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl is among the better alternatives available to modern players, especially the sequel.

While the first game kind of fell flat, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 managed to improve significantly on its predecessor’s rocky foundation, providing a far more complete and well-rounded experience. Featuring an impressive roster of characters that should delight both old-school and new fans of the channel’s cartoons, the game offers a decent range of modes, including a must-welcome single-player option that incorporates roguelike elements. Filled with Easter Eggs and consistently charming, the latter serves as a decent introduction to the game’s mechanics while delivering enough entertainment to keep somebody busy for a few hours. If nothing else, the campaign is perfect for kids who are maybe too young to jump online.

Still, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2‘s replayvalue is entirely based on its multiplayer options, which allow up to four players to engage in all-out war or 1v1 and 2v2 battles. Nothing too special for the genre, but the chaotic gameplay, fun character movesets, and slime mechanic keep things interesting and silly.

Dead By Daylight

A Frequently Updated Asymmetrical Horror Game With A Dedicated Fanbase

By this point, Dead by Daylight has more than proven its staying power. Every few months, Behaviour Interactive boosts the game’s relevance through expansions, most of which contain versions of popular horror icons. While hardly the only egg in the basket, Dead by Daylight is undoubtedly the most popular 4v1 survival horror project on the market.

In 2020, Behaviour added cross-platform support on consoles and PC, which undoubtedly extended Dead by Daylight‘s lifespan. For the uninitiated, the game pits four survivors against a single killer, challenging the former to fix generators and escape before they are wiped out by the latter. Each character, both good and evil, comes with unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. Although matches can get formulaic after a while, Dead by Daylight‘s vast selection of killers and survivors should keep players busy, provided they are willing to try out different characters.

Grounded

A Sandbox Survival Game Designed To Be Played With Friends

After a lengthy spell in early access, Obsidian’s Grounded made its full debut in 2022. The survival game shrinks players down to (ant) size, before dropping them into a seemingly average backyard. However, due to their miniature dimensions, players quickly discover that this is a dangerous and cutthroat world.

Grounded is perfectly enjoyable as a solo experience; in fact, there is something to be said about facing the game’s challenges without any support. However, the Xbox title supports co-op and permits up to four (online) players to embark on this journey as a unit.

Among Us

Survive Or Kill

Among Us still sits among the most popular multiplayer games on the market, and this status can be credited to a wide range of things: memes, accessibility, and also crossplay. A group of players are stranded on a spaceship, and while most of them are just honest Crewmates, a few folks are really Impostors.

As the former players try to accomplish a few tasks, the latter must stealthily massacre their way to victory while avoiding detection. Matches are fun, hilarious, and intense.

Chivalry 2

Large-Scale Medieval Warfare

Torn Banner Studio’s Chivalry 2 brings medieval warfare to life, and it is gloriously bloody. Featuring three fractions and allowing for up to 64 players per match, the game drops players in grand battlefields and challenges them to complete an objective while slaughtering everything that moves. The result is a messy and addictive melee that comes with a fairly steep learning curve, although the bouts’ chaotic nature should be entertaining enough to keep newcomers hooked while they come to grips with the basics.

Chivalry 2 requires a sizable player base to function. Matches simply won’t be as fun if they were not fully packed, so it makes sense that the game would support crossplay. Xbox Game Pass players can take on or fight alongside PlayStation or PC owners/

Deathloop

Fun Twist On PvP

Although its reputation has arguably diminished since its 2021 launch, Deathloop is still a fun title with a unique take on multiplayer. Arkane Lyon’s time-loop game casts players as Colt, an assassin who must take out eight targets in a single day. Failure restarts everything, with Colt remembering his experiences. Functioning somewhat like a roguelite, each run is largely the same, and players are expected to learn from their past attempts as they plot out better strategies for taking out Colt’s targets.

Besides dealing with the many enemies that populate the island of Blackreef, Colt also has to keep an eye out for Julianna, an agent who is specifically there to ensure the time loop remains intact. Basically, she needs to kill Colt. While this character can be controlled by AI, Julianna can also be handed over to another player, creating a unique take on multiplayer. This aspect is arguably the best part of Deathloop since it adds an element of unpredictability that tends to be otherwise missing, especially since the game’s AI is not fantastic. The game supports crossplay in an attempt to prolong PvP, which is not an easy thing to do in what is otherwise a single-player experience.

Remnant: From The Ashes

A Third-Person Shooter Soulslike That Is All About 3-Player Co-Op

Xbox Game Pass has both Remnant projects, although the 2023 sequel does not support crossplay. If someone will be playing solo or only with Xbox users, they should go with Remnant 2 since it does improve on many of its predecessor’s ideas, and it has a class that makes single-player runs easier to manage. However, anyone requiring cross-platform play between PC and Xbox has no choice but to pick Remnant: From the Ashes. Although it does feel like old news by this point, the 2019 release is still a very good time in its own right, and it still stands as one of the better Souls-like shooters on the market.

Remnant drops players in a version of Earth that has been corrupted, sending them on missions that utilize random generation to add an element of unpredictability. A single playthrough will not contain all the game’s content, so players will need to go for multiple runs if they want to experience everything the title has to offer. Remnant: From the Ashes is 100% designed with co-op in mind, with the game allowing three players to jump into a campaign. They will be allowed to pick from three archetypes, which are fairly flexible since they do not block players from using certain weapon types. Like most Souls-likes, Remnant is challenging, although it is still one of the theme’s more accessible options.

Space Engineers

Share A Space Sandbox & Get Building

Space Engineers supports crossplay between Xbox and PC, although the process is a bit different since it requires the use of EOS servers. People interested in trying the feature should check out Keen’s crossplay guide. Space Engineers is an ambitious sandbox project set in space, granting players the freedom to mine and craft to their hearts’ content. The game can be quite overwhelming at first since it does not provide much direction or hand-holding, but once someone learns the basics, they can lose a lot of time in this universe.

While newcomers should start with solo servers until they come to grips with the controls, they will eventually move over to the online options, which allow them to play with other people. Space Engineers has a fairly active and passionate community too, so it is a good game to jump into if someone is looking to craft, build, and communicate.

For Honor

Epic Warfare Between Epic Classes

For Honor has managed to survive longer than most people might have predicted when it launched in 2017. While always somewhat niche compared to other popular multiplayer games, Ubisoft’s game has established a dedicated and passionate fan base who just want to see if a Samurai can beat a Knight or a Viking.

Unique presentation aside, For Honor is essentially part of the fighting genre, and it comes with a steep learning curve that will likely push newcomers away during their first hours. Fortunately, For Honor has a tutorial and AI enemy options to help beginners come to grips with the difficult core mechanics. Obviously, the game’s selling point is its online modes, but jumping in without knowing the basics will result in a frustrating and demoralizing experience. Although varying depending on the mode chosen, battles are largely group affairs, with the game emphasizing teamwork quite a bit. The combat system is tactical, deliberately paced, and reactionary; while far from easy to master, it has quite a lot of depth.

Deep Rock Galactic

An awesome co-op package, Deep Rock Galactic centers around cave-mining dwarves who will have to do a lot of insect-blasting if they want to make bank. Rather than a story, the game focuses on creating a strong gameplay loop that will keep players coming back for more as they try to progress their chosen dwarf. The latter come in a few classes too, so there is a decent amount of variety here.

Deep Rock Galactic is simply fantastic and comfortably among the best cross-platform games on Game Pass. While the core gameplay might not be especially deep, the whole package comes together to create a whole that is more than the sum of its parts.

Riders Republic

An Open-World Extreme Sports Epic

Ubisoft’s modern releases tend to get passionate responses, both positive and negative. The publisher has a well-defined formula for open-worlds that has worn thin with certain players over the last decade; conversely, these games can be engaging and comforting escapes from reality that offer (usually) decent gameplay, stories, and visuals. While somewhat different from Assassin’s Creed or Far Cry, Riders Republic nevertheless has the heart of a traditional Ubisoft release, a loaded statement that might provide enough context for somebody to determine whether this game will suit their interests or not. That said, when it comes to extreme sports projects, the 2021 release does not have much competition, particularly on this scale.

Smashing together a few different real-life mountains and locations, Riders Republic drops players on a huge and gorgeous map that is packed with challenges, races, and stunts. From there, they have access to an array of disciplines (skiing, biking, snowboarding, wingsuit), all of which control differently and take a while to master. Now, riders can opt to focus on their preferred specialty, but they should consider dipping their toes in each area to help unlock the whole map.

While playable solo, Riders Republic is very much designed to be a social game, with 64 players sharing the server. All the events are designed to be played with other people, and crossplay has helped keep the online scene healthy for longer.

Hunt: Showdown 1896

Originally going by Hunt: Showdown before receiving a substantial upgrade in 2024, the 1896 variant is still primarily the same game, albeit with a significant change in setting. Taking place on pretty cool maps with an old-school Louisiana vibe, the title challenges hunters to take on bounties, with the goal being to discover clues and take on the final boss. However, players can opt to simply engage in the PvP element of this PvPvE game and gradually accumulate small gains, allowing them to extract safely and securely as long as they remain in one piece. People who prefer to go for solo runs will likely have to use this strategy as it is pretty darn difficult to compete against teams, and even the AI enemies can quickly overwhelm the poorly prepared or unlucky.

In most cases, players will likely approach Hunt: Showdown 1896 as a multiplayer co-op experience, where they can team up with a few friends. Now, this is where some issues arise with crossplay. Technically, the game allows PS5 and Xbox Series X/S players to jump into the same match, something they might accomplish if they queue roughly at the same time. However, it is not possible to invite friends across platforms, which makes matching up with friends quite difficult. Still, crossplay support helps keep the community alive on these platforms, even if Hunt: Showdown 1896 will always be more popular on PC.

Special Mention: Genshin Impact

A Free-To-Play Game With A Few Game Pass Benefits

OK, this one is a special case. Genshin Impact is a free-to-play game that can be accessed without a subscription, so players do not need to grab Game Pass just to play HoYoVerse’s action RPG. However, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers receive some benefits if they happen to play Genshin Impact, with the bundle’s content including a few items that provide a tiny edge during the opening few hours. Honestly, the gifts will not make a huge difference, but they are still worth picking up if someone wants to try Genshin Impact and already has a Game Pass Ultimate sub.

Genshin Impact has been showered with praise for the best part of four years, during which it grew into one of the most successful games on the market. While debuting in 2020, the project did not join the Xbox ecosystem until November 2024, making it a relatively “new” Series X/S title. By the time of its debut, Genshin Impact had already gone through a lot of updates, to the point of now being so packed with content that it will probably keep new players entertained for months on end.

While working brilliantly as a single-player JRPG, Genshin Impact can also be enjoyed with friends, although players will need to advance the story a bit to unlock co-op. Four people can join forces to either explore the world or take on events, as long as a quest supports co-op.