What to know

  • Battlefield 6 features full crossplay between Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC.
  • Buying the game on Xbox does not allow free access on PC; separate purchases are required.
  • Cross-progression is supported, syncing progress and cosmetics via the same EA account.
  • The Xbox Play Anywhere program does not include Battlefield 6.

Battlefield 6 enables players across PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5 to join multiplayer matches together through crossplay. Console players are prioritized to be matched with other consoles first to maintain game balance, only adding PC players if needed. Importantly, Battlefield 6 is not included in the Xbox Play Anywhere program, so purchasing the game on Xbox does not grant access to the PC version—this must be bought separately. Despite this, cross-progression allows you to keep your progress, unlocks, and cosmetics when signing in with your EA account on either platform.

Crossplay details and matchmaking behavior

Crossplay is on by default and cannot be turned off on PC. On consoles, there are options to disable or limit crossplay to console-only matches. Using crossplay means you can squad up and play with friends regardless of their platform, a key feature for modern multiplayer gaming.

Purchase and platform requirements

  • Battlefield 6 must be purchased separately on Xbox and PC.
  • The game is available on PC through multiple stores like Steam, EA App, and Epic Games Store.
  • Xbox Play Anywhere, which normally allows one purchase for both Xbox and PC versions, does not support Battlefield 6.

Cross-progression benefits

Using the same EA account across platforms syncs your game progress, cosmetics, and unlocks, letting you seamlessly continue your Battlefield 6 experience whether on Xbox or PC.

This setup means if you want to play Battlefield 6 both on Xbox and PC, you need to buy the game twice but can keep your progress unified through your EA account for a consistent gameplay experience on both platforms.