Crossplay and cross progression are the two most heated topics on the Path of Exile forums with countless people flocking to ask the devs anything and everything related to “Is Path of Exile crossplay?” and “Does Path of Exile have cross progression?” Well, we did the research and compiled all the answers. Here’s what you need to know.

Is Path of Exile Crossplay?

Yes, and no. Path of Exile does have crossplay features, so long as you’re on a similar platform as your friends. This means that PC players and Mac players can play together but console players can’t join them. And vice versa, PS4 & PS5 players can play together but the others can’t join them. Meanwhile, Xbox Series X/S/One players can also play together but can’t join the others.

The reason for this kind of separation mainly comes down to code. Each of the different versions runs on unique code, and while the games might seem identical on the outside, their internal software is drastically difference. Hence why the different platforms can’t play together.

Does Path of Exile Have Cross Progression?

Similar to the last question. If you’re playing on multiple platforms, say PC and Xbox, you won’t be able to transfer your progress from one platform to the other. So, unfortunately. No, Path of Exile does not have cross progression.

However, the reason it doesn’t have cross progression isn’t a software problem but a hardware one. Because the console versions of the game run on unique servers compared to the PC version, it’s impractical to transfer all that information over to another version.

FAQs Regarding Crossplay & Cross Progression in Path of Exile

Now let’s answer some of the more frequently asked questions regarding these topics.

Does Path of Exile Have Cross Trading?

Unfortunately, no. Each market is restricted to just the community on that platform type. In effect, this means that the markets on the console versions of the game are significantly smaller than their PC counterparts because of the smaller player base.

However, this has also given rise to a unique trading culture on console, where players tend to be more cooperative in acquiring specific resources as well as more articulate when requesting certain items.

If you plan on trading on multiple versions, keep in mind that the price of items will be different for each version because of supply and demand.

Is Path of Exile Cross Generation?

Yes, it is. So long as you have an account on one of the platforms, you should be able to transfer it without a hitch. If you have an account on PS4 you can transfer it to the PS5. If you have an account on Xbox S you can transfer it to the Xbox X, etc etc…

Are There Any Plans For Crossplay Between PC and Console in the Future?

Currently, there are no plans for the inclusion of crossplay between the PC and console versions of Path of Exile. However, that will likely change with Path of Exile II.

Crossplay has been one of the most requested features by the community for years, but because of hardware and software limitations in the past, it was difficult for the devs to insert it.

Thankfully, with the advent of newer technologies as well as the experience devs have accumulated over the years, it’s highly likely that crossplay will be present in the sequel.

Can Premium Items Be Transferred Over to Another Platform?

Unfortunately, any premium items you’ve purchased in the store on a specific platform cannot be transferred over to another platform. This is because the different versions of the game use different servers, which makes it difficult to transfer items.

Are There Price Differences Between Each of the Versions?

Since Path of Exile is completely free, there really isn’t a prince difference in that regard. The premium store likewise tends to have roughly the same prices for each version. The only thing that might change this is regional differences, certain items might cost differently based on which region you’re purchasing them from.

Which Version of Path of Exile is the Best?

Generally, the PC version of Path of Exile is considered to be “the best” version of Path of Exile. This is mainly because, unlike the console versions, you can actually change the graphics and much of the settings on the PC version.

Having access to a mouse and keyboard is also a hefty boon because you can bind more macros, allowing for more control over specific actions.