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  • ✅ Crossplay is available between PC and Xbox Series X|S
  • ❌ Game not (yet?) available on PlayStation or Nintendo Switch
  • 🔄 Cross-progression only works between Xbox Game Pass & PC, but not on Steam or Epic Games

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is a hybrid tower defense and action game that blends strategic planning with real-time combat. With an emphasis on cooperative multiplayer gameplay, I bet you are wondering whether the game supports cross-platform play.

In this article, we’ll explore whether you can team up with friends on different platforms and how the Orcs Must Die multiplayer functionality works.

Is Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap Cross-Platform?

Yes, Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap supports cross-platform play between PC and Xbox Series X|S. This means players using Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Xbox consoles and PC can join forces to take on hordes of orcs together.

However, there are some limitations:

  • No PlayStation Crossplay: As of now, Deathtrap is not available on PlayStation, meaning cross-platform play between PlayStation and other platforms is obviously not an option. It might come at a later stage, developers indicated they are talking to platform owners.

  • No Nintendo Switch Support: The game has not been released on the Nintendo Switch, so crossplay with this platform is unavailable. Same as with PlayStation, Robot Entertainment is talking to Nintendo to see what the options are.

At the moment, there are no concrete plans yet to make Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap available on GOG either. When it does, cross-progression seems unlikely to that platform. 

How to Enable Crossplay in Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap

By default, crossplay is already enabled for multiplayer matchmaking between Xbox and PC players. If you want to adjust these settings, follow these steps:

  1. Launch the Game: Open Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap on your platform.

  2. Go to Settings -> Gameplay: Navigate to the settings or options menu. On PC, on the top of the screen, you'll find Gameplay settings. 

  3. Find the Crossplay Option: Look for an option called 'Enable crossplay' or matchmaking settings.

  4. Enable or Disable: If you want to play with friends on other platforms, ensure crossplay is enabled by ticking the box. If you prefer to play only with users on your platform, disable this option.

  5. Set Multiplayer Visibility: Multiplayer Visibility is set to Friends by default. If you want to be more visible (or less), change this to Public or Private. 

If you're having trouble finding cross-platform lobbies, a useful workaround is to create a public game with a password. Your friend can then search for password-protected lobbies within the same region to join your game.

Does Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap Have Cross-Progression?

YES, Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap does support cross-progression. This means that if you start playing on PC through the Xbox Game Pass and later switch to Xbox, your progress, items, and unlocks will transfer between platforms.

However, players through Steam are out of luck. Steam and Xbox platform maintain their own separate progression system.

If you're concerned about losing progress when switching clients, the best approach is to pick one platform and stick with it.

Conclusion

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap offers cross-platform play between PC and Xbox Series X|S, allowing players to team up regardless of which of these platforms they use.

If you’re planning to play with friends, make sure to check your crossplay settings and use public lobby workarounds if needed. While there are some limitations, crossplay availability between PC and Xbox still makes the game an enjoyable multiplayer experience.