What to know

  • Battlefield 6 is not part of the Xbox Play Anywhere program as of October 2025.
  • Players must buy separate copies for Xbox and PC; cross-purchase is not available.
  • Full crossplay is supported between Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC, with console-preferred matchmaking.
  • Cross-progression allows shared progress, cosmetics, and unlocks when using the same EA account.

Battlefield 6 launches without Xbox Play Anywhere support, meaning digital purchases do not carry across Xbox and Windows platforms. However, strong crossplay and cross-progression features keep friends and progress united regardless of where you play.

Xbox Play Anywhere support and limitations

While Xbox has recently expanded Play Anywhere with more than 1,000 games offering cross-device support, Battlefield 6 is not included in the current program. This means you will need to buy the game again for PC even if you own it on your Xbox console. The absence of Play Anywhere integration has become a common point of discussion among fans, especially for titles with major online play.

Crossplay and cross-platform options in Battlefield 6

Battlefield 6 features full crossplay by default between Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam, EA App, Epic Games Store). The matchmaking system prioritizes console-only lobbies, attempting to match Xbox and PlayStation users together and only including PC players if necessary. For those who wish to avoid crossplay altogether, there is an option to disable it in the game settings.

Feature Supported in Battlefield 6 Details
Xbox Play Anywhere No Requires separate purchases per platform
Crossplay (Xbox, PS5, PC) Yes Enabled by default; can be toggled off
Cross-progression Yes Progress synced via EA Account
Cross-purchase No Game must be purchased separately on each platform

Choosing platforms wisely for Battlefield 6

As Battlefield 6 rolls out its digital experience, it does not yet join the roster of titles with Xbox Play Anywhere support, so make sure to purchase the appropriate copy for each device you plan to use. Meanwhile, robust crossplay and cross-progression features ensure friends and progress stay together regardless of platform, making squad flexibility possible if you’re willing to double up.