You and Your Buddies Droppin' in From Different Devices? Fortnite Crossplay on Switch: A Guide for Gamers Who Don't Want to Be Lonely
Let's face it, victory royales are sweeter with friends. But what if your squad is scattered across consoles like confetti after a loot llama explosion? Fear not, fellow islander, for Fortnite has this nifty feature called crossplay that lets you team up with your pals regardless of their device allegiance (looking at you, PlayStation people).
Here's the lowdown on how to get your Switch ready for some crossplay mayhem:
The Good News: It's Probably Already On
Unlike some party games that require you to dig through menus like Indiana Jones searching for the Ark, Fortnite on Switch has crossplay enabled by default. This means you can hop straight into a game with your non-Switch comrades without any fuss.
Double-Checking Your Squad Setup
Just because it's usually enabled, doesn't mean a gremlin didn't sneak in and mess with your settings. Here's how to make sure you're ready to party:
- Boot up Fortnite and hit that shiny "Menu" button (it's the one with the three horizontal lines).
- Navigate to the gear icon, the universal symbol for tinkering.
- Dive into the wonderful world of "Settings."
- Under the "Account and Privacy" tab, there's a hidden gem called "Gameplay Privacy." Don't be fooled by the fancy name, it's just a fancy way of saying "crossplay settings."
- Look for the glorious option that says "Allow Cross Platform Play." Make sure it's set to "Yes" and you're golden!
Bonus Tip: Befriend Your Future Squadmates
While crossplay is automatic, you'll still need to add your friends to your Epic Games account so you can throw them party invites. This can be done through Fortnite itself or the Epic Games launcher on PC.
Now Get Out There and Party Up!
With crossplay enabled, you can finally unleash your building skills and dance moves on all your friends, regardless of their console preference. Remember, teamwork makes the dream work (that dream being that sweet Victory Royale umbrella, of course).
Ready to Rumble? FAQ for the Fortnite Switch Crossplay Conqueror
Q: How do I add friends to play crossplay with?
A: You can add friends through Fortnite's social menu or the Epic Games launcher on PC.
Q: Can I disable crossplay if I want to play against Switch players only?
A: Yep! Just follow the same steps mentioned earlier and switch "Allow Cross Platform Play" to "No."
Q: My friend on another console can't hear me in voice chat!
A: Double-check your voice chat settings in both Fortnite and your console's system settings. Make sure you're both in the same party chat channel.
Q: Will playing against PC players give me a disadvantage?
A: Maybe a little. PC players generally have better aiming due to mouse and keyboard controls. But hey, practice makes perfect (and who knows, maybe you'll be the next keyboard-crushing Switch sensation!)
Q: Is crossplay available for all game modes in Fortnite?
A: You bet! You can squad up with your cross-console crew for Battle Royale, Save the World, and even Party Royale.
