Dead by Daylight’s cross-platform support began generating buzz several years ago, particularly after the asymmetrical horror game expanded from its initial PC debut to multiple platforms. As many multi-platform releases have demonstrated, crossplay offers numerous advantages, especially for multiplayer-only titles.
Implementing crossplay in Dead by Daylight would bridge the gap between various platforms, allowing players to venture into the Fog with companions regardless of their specific hardware or its ecosystem. Additionally, cross-platform support could significantly decrease matchmaking times, a highly sought-after feature in multiplayer games.
Dead by Daylight Crosslay and Cross-Platform Support
Dead by Daylight crossplay took a while to arrive to all of the game’s platforms. It initially deployed on PC, between Steam and the Microsoft Store, after which it made its way to both console and mobile.
As of August 13, 2020, anyone picking up the game on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch should have no problem playing with or against horror enthusiasts on the other mentioned platforms.
You can also opt out of Dead by Daylight cross-platform support from the game’s settings, if you ever feel like taking a break from the feature, although this may result in longer matchmaking times.
Dead by Daylight’s mobile version also features crossplay but it only stretches across iOS and Android devices.
This means that mobile players cannot join the same matches as those on other platforms. It makes sense, too, when you take into account the differences between the mobile version and its PC/console counterpart.
Dead by Daylight is out now on PC, Xbox One, PS4 and Nintendo Switch. The game will also be free on the Epic Games Store during the week of December 2, which should see a new influx of players joining the ranks of Killers and Survivors.
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