Halloween DealsAmazon USHalloween week deals: useful picks before month-endAmazon US: current deals, useful picks and tech finds.Check DealsSlow PC?RecommendedPC slow today? Run a repair scan before it gets worseResolve common Windows issues and optimize system performance.Scan NowHalloween DealsAmazon USOctober picks are moving - compare before checkoutAmazon US: current deals, useful picks and tech finds.See Picks×
Skip to content
Redmond desk3 min

Can You Play Fighting Games Online Across PS5, Xbox and PC?

Yes, some fighting games connect PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC players online. Here are the confirmed titles and the storefront, setup and mode restrictions to check.

What’s actually slowing this PC down?

Pick the symptom - the matching free tool is one click away.

Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.

Yes—some fighting games let players on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC play online together, but crossplay depends on the individual game. TEKKEN 8, Mortal Kombat 1 and THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV support cross-platform play across the named systems. Storefronts, account setup, settings and supported modes can still determine whether two players can connect.

Which fighting games support PS5, Xbox and PC crossplay?

Game Platforms confirmed for crossplay Important conditions
TEKKEN 8 PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam Bandai Namco confirms online cross-play. Its cited announcement does not specify account-linking or mode-specific requirements.
Mortal Kombat 1 PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store Nintendo Switch is not included. A linked WB Games Account, the crossplay patch and the Krossplay setting are required. PC players must meet the online benchmark to match across platforms.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows 10, Steam and Epic Games Store SNK confirms this platform list; its notice does not detail account-linking or lobby procedures.
Mortal Kombat 11 PlayStation and Xbox consoles; Xbox with the Microsoft Store Windows version PlayStation-to-PC and Steam PC crossplay are not supported. Crossplay is described for Kasual play and designated rooms.

For TEKKEN 8, Bandai Namco Europe confirmed online cross-play in its January 26, 2024 launch announcement, listing PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. For Mortal Kombat 1, WB Games lists PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Epic Games Store, while excluding Switch. SNK’s platform notice lists PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows 10, Steam and Epic for THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

How do you set up crossplay in Mortal Kombat 1?

WB Games says crossplay supports Ranked Kombat League and Kasual Versus matchmaking, King of the Hill lobbies, and private matches and invites through the WB Games friends list. To enable it:

Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.
  1. Install the Mortal Kombat 1 crossplay patch.
  2. Link a WB Games Account to the account on your console or PC.
  3. From the main menu, open Settings > Online and turn on Enable Krossplay.
  4. Invite or find friends using the supported mode; private cross-platform invites use the WB Games friends list.

WB’s FAQ says PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass Core is required for online multiplayer on those consoles. Those subscriptions are not required simply to play Mortal Kombat 1 offline on PS5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Why might a PC player be unable to match with console players?

In Mortal Kombat 1, cross-platform matchmaking between PC and PS5 or Xbox Series X|S is blocked if the PC player does not meet the game’s online benchmark. WB’s Krossplay and Kross-Progression support page documents that restriction. A game can support crossplay in principle while still enforcing technical requirements or limiting which modes connect.

Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Support on Ko-Fi

Does “Xbox” or “PC” mean every version will connect?

No. Check the exact console generation and PC storefront rather than relying on a broad platform label. Mortal Kombat 11 illustrates the difference: its official Krossplay FAQ allows PlayStation and Xbox console players to connect, and supports Xbox with the Microsoft Store Windows version. It does not connect PlayStation players to PC or support crossplay with the Steam PC version. Its crossplay support is described around Kasual play and designated rooms, not as universal matchmaking across every platform and mode.

What to check before choosing a game with friends

  • Confirm the exact platforms: PS5 versus PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and the relevant PC storefront.
  • Check whether an account must be linked and whether crossplay must be enabled by both players.
  • Verify the modes you want to play—ranked, casual, private matches and lobbies may not all have the same support.
  • Look for PC benchmark or other technical requirements that could prevent cross-platform matchmaking.
  • For Mortal Kombat 1 console play, account for the stated online-subscription requirement.

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.

Free tools Windows power users keep installed

One-click scans. No signup required.

Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.

More from the Wire

  1. World desk4 min
    How to Spot an AI Voice Scam Before Sending MoneyDon’t rely on how a caller sounds. Pause, call back through a known number, and verify the emergency with another trusted person before sending money.
  2. Mountain View desk4 min
    Google’s SynthID Detector: How to Check AI-Generated Images, Video and AudioGoogle’s SynthID Detector looks for an embedded watermark in supported images, video and audio. Here is what its results do—and do not—show.
  3. Redmond desk20 min
    How to create a link to File or Folder in Windows 11Windows 11 gives you several ways to point to a file or folder without moving or duplicating it. You can create a desktop shortcut,…
Recommended PC Tool
Recommended PC Tool
Windows Errors? Fix Them Before They SpreadFree repair scan
Crashes, No Sound, or Screen Glitches?Free driver scan

Two free Windows tools

One Free Minute Could Fix That PC

Before you go - each of these free tools takes about a minute and tackles what quietly slows a Windows PC down.

Special offer. View Outbyte info, uninstall instructions, EULA, and Privacy Policy.