On December 10th, 2024, Funpimps released a major update for 7 Days to Die, bringing the highly anticipated crossplay functionality across all platforms. This update (version V1.2) allows players from different systems to team up, survive, and build together, marking a significant milestone for the game. If you’ve been wondering how to set up crossplay and play with your friends, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to make the most of this exciting new feature.
What's New in 7 Days to Die V1.2?
One of the most exciting features of V1.2 is crossplay, which allows players on different platforms (PC, PlayStation, Xbox) to join the same server and enjoy co-op gameplay. For those who’ve been hoping to play with friends regardless of what platform they own, this update brings that dream to life.
However, crossplay availability is slightly staggered. Although the update was released on December 10, it may take a little longer for the console versions to receive the patch. Funpimps has not specified an exact timeframe for the full rollout on consoles, so be patient if you’re still waiting.
How to Activate Crossplay in 7 Days to Die V1.2
To activate crossplay and start playing with friends across different platforms, follow these simple steps:
- Select "Settings" from the main menu.
- Go to "General" settings.
- Toggle the "Crossplay in Multiplayer" setting to On.
Once you’ve done this, you’re all set to play with your friends on other platforms. Be sure that everyone you’re trying to connect with also has crossplay enabled to ensure seamless matchmaking.
Playing Co-op with Friends
If you’re new to the game and wondering how to play together with friends in a co-op setting, here’s how you can get started:
Creating and Joining a Game
Create your own game or join an existing one. If you want to host your own server, make sure you change your game settings from "offline" to "online".
- This can be done either during game setup or afterward by accessing the settings from the in-game menu.
Once your game is set to online, you can customize:
- Region: Choose your server's region for optimal performance.
- Server Visibility: Decide whether your server is visible in the server browser.
- Max Players: Set the maximum number of players (the game supports up to 4 players in co-op).
- Password Protection: If you want a private session, you can set a password to prevent strangers from joining your game.
Friendly Fire Settings: If you like a bit of chaos, you can enable friendly fire (for when players accidentally or intentionally shoot each other).
After setting everything up, click Start Game to enter the world. Now, you’re ready for your co-op adventure!
Inviting Friends to Your Game
After starting your game and making sure your settings are ready, it’s time to invite your friends. Here’s how you do it:
- Press the Options button on your controller or keyboard (depending on your platform).
- Look for the "Invite Friends" option.
- From the list of friends, select the ones you want to invite.
This will send them an invitation, and once they accept, they’ll be able to join your game. Be sure to share the server password (if you’ve set one) to avoid unwanted players entering your session.
Pro Tip: The QR code invitation feature seems to be a placeholder for future crossplay updates. For now, stick to the traditional invite system.
Seeing Friends on the Map & Sharing Quests
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To start collaborating with your friends, follow these steps:
- Open the "Players" tab from the in-game menu.
- You’ll see a list of players currently in your world.
- Form a Group:
- Look for the Group column and click the plus sign to invite friends to your group.
- Once invited, your friends will receive an invitation, and they can accept it to become part of your group.
- Set up Alliances:
- If you want to share quests with all your allies, you’ll need to individually invite each friend to be your ally. This ensures that you can work together on quests and objectives.
- Once you’re in the group and have set up alliances, you can start sharing quests. The quest-sharing feature will allow you to complete tasks together, even if you’re not in the same immediate vicinity on the map.
What to Expect in Future Updates
While V1.2 introduces a lot of great features, there are still some things we expect to be polished or enhanced in future patches. For instance:
Appearance at Friends’ Bases: Currently, the ability to appear at your friends' locations or bases is not fully implemented. We expect this feature to be rolled out as part of later crossplay updates.
Improved Crossplay Integration: Although crossplay is now possible, we anticipate further tweaks to ensure smooth gameplay between platforms (especially between consoles and PC).
Final Thoughts
With the introduction of crossplay in 7 Days to Die V1.2, the game becomes even more exciting as players can now unite, no matter their platform. Whether you’re surviving the apocalypse with friends on PC, Xbox, or PlayStation, this update opens up new opportunities for collaboration, building, and fighting the undead.
Make sure to keep an eye out for future updates that refine and expand these crossplay features, and don't forget to stay connected with your friends, no matter where they play.
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