Is Valorant Crossplay in July 2025? SHOCKING Truth Revealed!

I'll cut straight to the chase because I know you're here for a quick answer about playing Valorant with your friends on different platforms. The crossplay situation in Valorant is... complicated, but I've got all the details you need to know in July 2025.

Is Valorant Crossplay in July 2025?

Here's the truth: Valorant does NOT support crossplay between PC and consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X/S). However, console players on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S can freely play with and against one another.

Let me break this down clearly:

• ❌ PC ↔ PlayStation 5: No crossplay
• ❌ PC ↔ Xbox Series X/S: No crossplay
• ✅ PlayStation 5 ↔ Xbox Series X/S: Full crossplay support
• ✅ Cross-progression: Available on all platforms

Platform Compatibility Table

Here's exactly who can play with whom in Valorant:

Platform	PC	PlayStation 5	Xbox Series X/S	Nintendo Switch	Mobile
PC	✓	❌	❌	N/A	N/A
PlayStation 5	❌	✓	✅	N/A	N/A
Xbox Series X/S	❌	✅	✓	N/A	N/A
Nintendo Switch	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mobile	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Note: Valorant is not available on Nintendo Switch. Mobile version is planned but won't support crossplay with other platforms.

How to Enable Crossplay Between Consoles?

Good news for console players! Crossplay is enabled by default between PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players. But here's how to make sure it's activated:

For PlayStation 5:

1. Launch Valorant on your PS5
2. Press the Options button to open Settings
3. Navigate to the General tab
4. Find the Privacy section
5. Ensure "Allow Crossplay" is set to ON

For Xbox Series X/S:

1. Open Valorant on your Xbox
2. Access the Settings menu
3. Go to General → Privacy
4. Toggle "Allow Crossplay" to ON
5. Additional Xbox Step: Navigate to Xbox System Settings → Privacy & Online Safety → Communication & Multiplayer → Set "Allow Crossplay" to Yes

Adding Cross-Platform Friends:

1. Get your friend's Riot ID (displayed as PlayerName#1234)
2. Open the Friends List in Valorant
3. Click "Add New Friend"
4. Enter their complete Riot ID with hashtag
5. Send the friend request

Crossplay Features & Limitations

What Works:

Feature	Availability	Details
Console Crossplay	✅ Yes	PS5 and Xbox players can party up and compete together
Cross-Progression	✅ Yes	Your account level, Battle Pass progress, and all of your cosmetics carry over
Shared Inventory	✅ Yes	All skins, agents, and purchases transfer between platforms
Voice Chat	✅ Yes	Works seamlessly between console platforms
Ranked Play	⚠️ Limited	Your Competitive rank does not, however. The rank and MMR is separate between console and PC

What Doesn't Work:

• PC players cannot join console lobbies
• Console players cannot join PC lobbies
• Keyboard and mouse are not supported, and attempts to use them on console (like spoofing) will result in a ban
• Third-party controllers aren't officially supported

Cross-Progression Information

One of Valorant's best features is full cross-progression support. Valorant supports cross-progression between consoles, allowing players to carry over their competitive rank, account level, unlocked agents, weapon skins, in-game currencies, and Battle Pass progress when switching platforms.

What Transfers:

• Account level and XP
• Battle Pass progress and rewards
• All purchased and earned skins
• Unlocked agents
• Player cards and titles
• In-game currencies (VP and Radianite)
• Settings and preferences

What Doesn't Transfer:

• Competitive rank (separate for PC and console)
• MMR (Matchmaking Rating)
• Match history between platforms

How to Link Accounts:

1. Visit the official Riot Games website
2. Sign in with your Riot Account
3. Navigate to Account Settings
4. Select "Connected Accounts"
5. Link your PlayStation Network or Xbox Live account
6. Launch Valorant on your console - you'll be prompted to confirm

Common Issues & Solutions

"Can't Find My Friend in Valorant"

Solution:

• Verify both players have crossplay enabled
• Double-check the Riot ID spelling (case-sensitive)
• Ensure you're including the hashtag and numbers
• Both players should restart the game

"Crossplay Option is Greyed Out"

Solution:

• Check your console's system-level privacy settings
• Ensure your account isn't restricted by parental controls
• Update Valorant to the latest version
• Verify your Xbox Live Gold or PlayStation Plus subscription is active

"Lost My Skins When Switching Platforms"

Solution:

• Confirm you're logged into the same Riot Account
• Check if accounts are properly linked in Riot Account settings
• Contact Riot Support if items are still missing after 24 hours

"Different Ranks on PC and Console"

This is normal! VALORANT's PC matchmaking pool is enclosed, meaning you can only match with PC players on the platform. Ranks are intentionally separate to maintain competitive integrity.

Why No PC-Console Crossplay?

Riot Games have firmly said that there will not be crossplay between PC and console. The major reason for this is the balancing problems that it would cause. Here's why:

1. Input Method Differences: PC players use a keyboard and mouse, giving them an advantage over console players with controllers
2. Competitive Integrity: In order to maintain VALORANT's renowned standard for competitive integrity, cross-play will not be available between PC and console player matches
3. Aim Assist Balancing: Creating fair aim assist that doesn't give controllers an advantage or disadvantage is nearly impossible
4. Performance Differences: PC players often have higher frame rates and lower input lag

Crossplay History & Future Updates

Valorant launched on consoles in August 2024 after being PC-exclusive since 2020. It hasn't been absolutely, positively ruled out, but Riot Games will more than likely never enable cross-platform between VALORANT console and VALORANT PC.

Current Status (July 2025):

• Console crossplay: Fully functional
• PC-console crossplay: Not supported
• Mobile crossplay: Not planned when mobile launches

Potential Future Changes:

While Riot hasn't announced plans for PC-console crossplay, some players hope for input-based matchmaking (controller vs controller, mouse vs mouse) in the future. However, Riot Games is not only adapting Valorant's control scheme for the Xbox and PlayStation controllers but reworking some gameplay features as well, making full crossplay unlikely.

Alternative Solutions

If you desperately want to play with friends on different platforms:

1. Consider Platform Switching: With cross-progression, you can play on both PC and console without losing progress
2. Game Pass Benefits: If you have Xbox Game Pass you'll have the benefits on Xbox but not on PlayStation. This includes all agents, day one access to every new Valorant agent, and the 20% match XP boost
3. Find New Teammates: Use Valorant's LFG features to find players on your platform

Related Cross-Platform Games

If crossplay is a dealbreaker, check out these fully cross-platform shooters:

• Overwatch 2 (full crossplay)
• Apex Legends (full crossplay)
• Call of Duty: Warzone (full crossplay with input-based options)
• Fortnite (full crossplay)

Performance Impact of Crossplay

For console players enjoying crossplay between PS5 and Xbox:

• No noticeable performance impact
• Matchmaking times are actually faster due to larger player pool
• Server tick rates remain consistent
• Voice chat quality is maintained

Input Method Restrictions

Riot Games decided to keep PC players and console players separate, mainly to keep the competition fair. Important restrictions:

• Controllers only on console (no mouse/keyboard support)
• No controller support in PC ranked modes
• Anti-cheat actively monitors for input spoofing
• Violations result in permanent bans

FAQs

Can PC players play with PS5 players in Valorant?

No, PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5 users can only play with others on their platform. PC and console players are completely separated.

Is Valorant crossplay between Xbox and PlayStation?

Yes! Both Xbox and Playstation players can face off against each other. The game has full crossplay support for both consoles.

Will Valorant ever add PC to console crossplay?

It's highly unlikely. Riot Games decided to keep PC and console players separate to maintain competitive integrity, and they've shown no signs of changing this stance.

Do I need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live Gold for crossplay?

Yes, you'll need an active subscription to play Valorant online, including crossplay features.

Can I use mouse and keyboard on console Valorant?

No, and attempting to do so will result in a ban. Riot Games states this is because "fair play is a cornerstone of competitive gaming".

Does cross-progression work between all platforms?

Yes! Your cosmetics, battle pass, and account progress sync across all platforms. Only your competitive rank remains separate.

Why is my rank different on PC and console?

This is intentional. VALORANT's PC matchmaking pool is enclosed, meaning you can only match with PC players on the platform. Ranks are platform-specific to ensure fair competition.

Can mobile players crossplay when Valorant Mobile launches?

No, Riot has clarified that there are no plans for VALORANT mobile crossplay.

Final Thoughts

While the lack of PC-console crossplay might disappoint some players, Valorant's implementation makes sense from a competitive standpoint. Console players can still enjoy playing together across PlayStation and Xbox, and the robust cross-progression system means you never lose your hard-earned cosmetics and progress.

For the latest Valorant updates and patch notes, check out our comprehensive Valorant guides. And if you're looking for games with full crossplay support, don't miss our list of the best cross-platform games in 2025.

Remember: Valorant's console crossplay between PS5 and Xbox is active and working great in July 2025 - just don't expect to team up with your PC friends anytime soon!