From stealing smuggled nuclear warheads and rigging elections to robbing banks and drug trafficking runs that would make Pablo Escobar proud, Payday 2 is one of the most highly acclaimed co-op heist games. Play as returning star-studded crew members Wolf, Chains, and Bain, along with exciting new additions such as the Dallas brothers.
Released back in 2013 for PC, PlayStation 3, and the Xbox 360, Overkill Software and 505 Games followed up with the fan favorite Payday: The Heist and did not disappoint. The game has since then been remastered for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and the Nintendo Switch. The game also allows for a multiplayer mode, and today we will be giving you the ins and outs on the game’s cross-compatibility status.
Is Payday 2 Cross Platform?
No. Much to our disappointment, Payday 2 does not support cross-platform play.
Even though the game has a variety of multiplayer modes and maps, if you’re playing on PC or Xbox, you will not be able to game with players using a Playstation or other console and vice versa.
Is Payday 2 Cross Play?
Yes. There is some good news, PC players on Steam and the Epic Games store can now enjoy fully functional cross-platform compatibility thanks to a recent update.
If you’re gaming via any one of these services, you will encounter individuals from both sides during gameplay. So, Payday 2 does support cross-platform play between Epic Games and Steam.
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Payday 3 Cross Platform
While this is speculation, there is some news of the developers working on Payday 3, which will support full cross-play compatibility.
Is Payday 2 Cross-Generation?
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Yes. We are delighted to inform you that the game supports cross-generation play.
Even if you can’t game with players using different consoles, those using the same series can play alongside players using another generation console. For example, if you’re using a PlayStation 2 or Xbox 360, you can play side by side with players using a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One respectively.
Is Payday 2 Cross-Progression?
Yes indeed! Fortunately, Payday 2 supports cross-progression.
This means if you switch to another console or system, you can save your progress and continue from where you left off, saving players a lot of unnecessary hassle. However, there is a catch, only Windows, Linux, and macOS can accomplish this because they all use the Steam platform for distribution.
Conclusion
To wrap things up, Payday 2 offers an exhilarating experience with its intense cooperative gameplay. However, it disappoints with the lack of cross-platform play. The recent update on PC platforms brings a glimmer of hope for cross-platform compatibility, but it remains uncertain. On a positive note, the game supports cross-generation play within the same console series.
Furthermore, cross-progression is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS users through the Steam platform, easing the transition between systems. Despite these limitations, the game’s active community ensures plenty of exciting heists to undertake with fellow gamers.
