Yes, Overwatch 2 is crossplay. The game supports full cross-platform play, so players on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch can all queue up and play in the same matches together. Crossplay is enabled by default, there is nothing to install or unlock, and a single Battle.net account ties everything together. This guide explains exactly how it works, which systems are supported, how matchmaking handles PC versus console, and how to team up with friends no matter what they play on.
Crossplay has been part of Overwatch 2 since launch, replacing the platform-locked experience of the original game. Below you will find the short answer, the full platform list, the matchmaking rules that catch a lot of players off guard, and a quick walkthrough for adding friends across systems.
The quick answer
Overwatch 2 has full crossplay across every platform it runs on. PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch players share the same servers. Crossplay is on automatically, and your progress carries between platforms through cross-progression linked to your Battle.net account. The one nuance is competitive: console and PC are kept in separate ranked queues unless you deliberately group up across platforms.
1. The short answer: crossplay is built in
You do not need to enable anything special to play across platforms in Overwatch 2. Cross-platform play is switched on by default for every account. The moment you launch the game and link it to a Battle.net account, you are already part of a shared, cross-platform player base.
2. Which platforms support crossplay
Overwatch 2 runs on five platform families, and all of them participate in crossplay. That means a PlayStation player can be in the same lobby as someone on a gaming PC, an Xbox, or a Switch. The supported platforms are:
- PC via Battle.net and Steam
- PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
- Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
- Nintendo Switch
Because every system feeds into one shared player pool, queue times stay short and you are far more likely to find balanced matches regardless of when you play.
3. How crossplay matchmaking actually works
This is the part most players want to understand. In Quick Play and most casual modes, crossplay is fully mixed: PC and console players are matched together without restriction. Competitive (ranked) play is different. To keep aiming fair between mouse-and-keyboard and controller, Overwatch 2 normally keeps console players in their own ranked queue, separate from PC.
There is one important exception. If a console player groups up with a PC player, the entire party is matched into the PC pool for competitive. So if you want to play ranked with a friend on a different input type, just be aware your whole group will queue against PC opponents.
4. How to add and play with cross-platform friends
Teaming up with friends on other systems is the whole point of crossplay, and it is simple thanks to BattleTags — a universal ID in the format Name#12345 that works across every platform. To group up:
- Open the Social or Friends menu in Overwatch 2. It is the same menu on every platform.
- Add a friend by their BattleTag (their name plus the number). BattleTags work no matter which system they play on.
- Invite them to your group, then queue together. Your whole party drops into the same match, cross-platform.
Once you are friends, you will see when each other is online and what platform they are on, so you can invite the right people in seconds.
5. Crossplay vs. cross-progression
It is easy to mix up these two features, but they do different jobs. Crossplay lets you play in the same matches as people on other devices. Cross-progression lets you carry one account across devices, with the same heroes, skins, currency and Battle Pass progress wherever you log in. Both are tied to your Battle.net account, so linking your platforms is what makes the magic happen.
Tips for the best crossplay experience
- Link your Battle.net account early. This unlocks cross-progression so your unlocks and rank follow you between platforms.
- Mind your input type in ranked. Grouping console and PC players sends the party into the PC competitive pool, which is tougher for controller players.
- Use voice or text chat freely. Crossplay parties can communicate in-game regardless of platform.
- Check the social menu for online status. It shows each friend's current platform so you know who to invite.
Troubleshooting crossplay
I cannot add a friend on another platform
Make sure you are using their full BattleTag (Name#Number), not their console gamertag. Both of you also need a linked Battle.net account for the friend request to connect.
My console friend and I are matched against PC players in ranked
That is expected. When a mixed-input group queues for competitive, the whole party plays in the PC pool. Queue Quick Play instead if you want a fully mixed casual match.
My progress did not carry over to a new platform
Cross-progression requires the same Battle.net account on both platforms. Log in with the correct account, and your heroes, cosmetics and Battle Pass progress should sync.
Frequently asked questions
Is Overwatch 2 crossplay on PC and console?
Yes. PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch all support crossplay, so you can play together in the same matches. It is enabled by default.
Can PlayStation and Xbox players play Overwatch 2 together?
Yes. Both consoles are part of the same crossplay pool, so PlayStation and Xbox players can group up and play in the same lobbies.
Does Overwatch 2 crossplay work in competitive mode?
Console and PC are kept in separate ranked queues for fairness. However, if a console player groups with a PC player, the whole party is matched into the PC competitive pool.
Do I keep my progress when I switch platforms?
Yes, thanks to cross-progression. As long as you use the same Battle.net account, your heroes, skins, currency and Battle Pass progress carry across every platform.
Can I turn crossplay off in Overwatch 2?
Crossplay is on by default for everyone. Console players can adjust some matchmaking preferences, but the cross-platform community is the standard way to play.
Final thoughts
Overwatch 2 is fully crossplay: PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch players all share the same game, and your account follows you between them through cross-progression. The only rule worth remembering is that competitive separates console and PC unless you group up, in which case you join the PC pool. Add your friends by BattleTag, link your Battle.net account, and you can squad up with anyone on any system. For the latest official details, visit the official Overwatch website.
