You and Your Buddies From Other Galaxies: A Guide to Fortnite Crossplay on Xbox One
Tired of battling your little cousin who somehow manages to build the Taj Mahal in Fortnite while you're still struggling with a basic box? Do your friends play on PlayStation and you on Xbox, leaving you two lonely spacefarers on separate islands? Fear not, fellow loopers! With the magic of crossplay, you can finally squad up and dominate the battlefield, regardless of your console allegiance.
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| How To Turn On Crossplay Fortnite Xbox One |
But First, A Word From Our Lawyers (Kind Of)
Before we dive in, there are a few things to keep in mind. Crossplay only works with people you've added as friends on your Epic account, which is different from your Xbox Live friend list. So, if your PlayStation buddy is rocking the name "AwesomeDude420" on PSN, you'll need to track them down on Epic to form your unstoppable duo.
Additionally, crossplay can put you in lobbies with PC players. Don't worry, you won't be facing off against keyboard and mouse warriors in your first game. Epic uses a clever matchmaking system to place you with players of similar skill, but just a heads up in case you see some suspiciously fast building going on.
Alright, Alright, Enough Talk! Let's Get This Party Started!
Here's how to activate crossplay on your Xbox One and wreak havoc with your buddies:
Tip: Don’t skip — flow matters.
- Fire Up Fortnite and Hit the Lobby: No rocket science required here.
- Seek Out the Sacred Settings: Look for the gear icon (it's like the settings icon, but cooler) and give it a good nudge.
- Navigate the Labyrinth of Options (Don't Panic!): Head on over to the Account and Privacy tab.
- Behold! The Gateway to Crossplay: Scroll down until you find the Gameplay Privacy section. There, nestled amongst all the other privacy settings, you'll find the holy grail: Allow Cross-Platform Play.
- Flip the Switch, Unleash the Chaos: Set that bad boy to Yes and prepare to dominate alongside your intergalactic comrades.
Congratulations! You've officially unlocked the power of crossplay. Now go forth and build glorious structures, rain down dance moves, and secure those sweet Victory Royales with your squad, no matter what console they call home.
You Ask, We Answer (Probably)
How to add friends on Epic Games?
Head over to https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/fortnite and log in to your account. You'll find a friends list where you can search for your buddies by their usernames.
QuickTip: Reread for hidden meaning.
How to tell if someone is playing on PC?
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Look at their name in the lobby. PC players will usually have a keyboard and mouse icon next to their name.
How to disable crossplay if you change your mind?
QuickTip: Stop to think as you go.
Just follow the same steps above and switch Allow Cross-Platform Play back to No.
How will I know if I'm playing with PC players?
The matchmaking system will try to put you with players of similar skill, so it shouldn't be a huge disadvantage. But if you see some building so fast it looks like they're using telekinesis, that's a good sign they might be on PC.
Tip: Reading twice doubles clarity.
How do I make awesome friends to play Fortnite with?
Honestly, that one's up to you. But hey, maybe you'll meet some cool people while dominating the island with your newfound crossplay powers!
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