Is Gang Beasts Cross Platform?

Gang Beasts was released in 2017 as a “beat ’em up party game,” with the single-player mode being somewhat fun to play through one time.

Players control wobbly, gummy-like characters whose goal is to knock opponents off the map in order to be the last one left standing.

As time has gone on, additional maps, modes, and ways to customize have been added. Let’s explore one important question this guide has specifically focused on: “Is Gang Beasts cross-platform?” That’s a question new fans ask a lot, and here, we’re going to explain the game’s crossplay setup.

Is Gang Beasts Cross Platform?

Although Gang Beasts does feature some cross-platform support, there are significant restrictions to be aware of. The game is cross-platform, but it is only between specific versions of the game.

For instance, playing the PC version of Gang Beasts in the Microsoft Store means you can play with Xbox players.

But if you’re playing the Steam version on PC, you cannot connect with players on other platforms such as Xbox or PlayStation.

At present Gang Beasts is available to play on the following platforms:

• Linux
• macOS
• Steam (PC)
• Xbox Series X|S
• PlayStation 4 & 5
• Microsoft Store (Windows)
• Nintendo Switch

Unfortunately, cross-play doesn’t extend across all of these platforms. The developers claim they’re working towards having full cross-platform functionality but that could take a while given that the game has been around for a few years now.

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Do Gang Beasts Have Cross-Progression Support?

And many games allow you to carry your progress across platforms for easier play. Sadly, Gang Beasts does not feature cross-progression support.

That means, if you start making progress on one platform and then get the game on a Nintendo Switch or PS5, you will have to start over. Your items will not transfer to the new platform.

Conclusion

Gang Beasts has minimal cross-platform play, but cross-play is currently limited to Xbox and Microsoft Store PC users. If you’re playing on Steam, PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, though, crossplay is — for now — not yet an option.

The game also lacks cross-progression, so any progress on one platform stays on that platform. Although the developers are exploring more universal cross-platform support, gamers wanting to play with a friend on a different system are going to feel a little limited for now.