Grounded 2 Cross-Platform Multiplayer Functioning Explained
Grounded 2, the popular survival game, now offers crossplay between Steam PC and Xbox platforms, allowing players to enjoy the game with friends regardless of their chosen platform. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to enable crossplay and link your accounts.
Enabling Crossplay on Steam
- Launch Grounded 2 on Steam and navigate to the Options menu from the main screen.
- Scroll through the options to find the 'Enable Crossplay' setting and toggle it on.
- Press F1 (or the corresponding key) to open the crossplay menu, where you will be prompted to sign in with your Microsoft/Xbox account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to log into your Microsoft account and link it to your Steam account.
- Once linked, you should see your Microsoft/Xbox Gamertag displayed on the main menu, confirming the connection and crossplay being active.
Choosing Your World
When starting a new game in Grounded 2, you'll be presented with two options: Standard World or Shared World.
- A Standard World is tied to your Xbox Network account, making you the sole owner. This option provides access to auto-saving and backup saves. However, the main drawback is that only you can host, limiting your friends' ability to play when you're not present.
- A Shared World, on the other hand, is stored in the cloud and isn't tied to any specific player's account. In a Shared World, larger groups (3 or 4 players) are recommended for more flexibility in playing and contributing to the game. The downside of a Shared World is that you don't get online backups, and there can only be one shared save.
Joining a Friend's Game
To join a friend's online game, choose the "join online game" option from the main menu. This will allow you to connect with your friends' Shared World or Standard World, depending on their choice when starting the game.
Important Details
- Crossplay is on by default for Xbox and Windows Store players, but Steam players must manually enable it and link accounts.
- Without linking, Steam users can only play multiplayer with other Steam users in a "Steam-native" mode with no crossplay.
- To start multiplayer, choose "Multiplayer" on the main menu, then host or join an online game rather than inviting friends directly to your park.
- Ensure Xbox Live is working and your NAT settings allow multiplayer to avoid connection issues.
- Only one Microsoft/Xbox account can be linked per Steam account for crossplay.
With these steps, you can now play Grounded 2 seamlessly with friends across platforms, making the game more enjoyable and accessible for all. Happy gaming!
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- If you're a Steam user, you might find deals on entertainment such as games and gadgets offered by technology companies, which could help upgrade your gaming setup as you prepare to play Grounded 2 on Steam with crossplay.
- The ability to enjoy Grounded 2 with friends on different platforms like Xbox also opens up opportunities to explore and experience an array of new games, further enriching your entertainment options.
- As technology evolves and more games adopt crossplay features like Grounded 2, you can expect more entertainment experiences across multiple platforms, blurring the lines between console, PC, and mobile gaming.
