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Quick answer
Star Wars Battlefront 2 (EA/DICE, 2017) added crossplay in a September 2021 patch. PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Origin/Steam/Epic) all match together. Crossplay is enabled by default but can be toggled off in settings.
The Short Answer
Yes, Star Wars Battlefront 2 (2017) is fully crossplay. EA added it in a free update on September 28, 2021 — nearly four years after launch and 18 months after the final content patch.
| Platform | Crossplay? |
|---|---|
| PlayStation 4 | ✅ Yes |
| PlayStation 5 | ✅ Yes (via PS4 version) |
| Xbox One | ✅ Yes |
| Xbox Series X / S | ✅ Yes (via Xbox One version) |
| PC — Origin / EA App | ✅ Yes |
| PC — Steam | ✅ Yes |
| PC — Epic Games Store | ✅ Yes |
| Nintendo Switch | ❌ Game was never released on Switch |
Everyone shares the same matchmaking pool. There is no “console only” or “PC only” filter — if you want to avoid PC players entirely, you have to disable crossplay completely.
Which Battlefront 2 Are You Asking About?
Two different games share this title — only one has crossplay:
- Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) — EA / DICE / Criterion / Motive. The modern game most people mean. Has crossplay.
- Star Wars: Battlefront II (2005) — Pandemic Studios. The classic. Does NOT have crossplay, even in its 2017 Steam/GOG re-release. Steam multiplayer only.
The rest of this guide is about the 2017 EA version.
How to Enable (or Disable) Crossplay
Crossplay is on by default for every new account. To change it:
- Launch Star Wars Battlefront 2
- Main menu → Options
- Network tab
- Crossplay → toggle On / Off
- Back out — change applies on the next match search
Turning crossplay off will significantly increase your queue times, especially in lower-population modes like Heroes vs Villains, Hero Showdown, and Co-Op. EA added crossplay specifically because cross-platform population pooling was the only way to keep matches filling in 2021+.
Does Battlefront 2 Have Cross-Progression?
No. Crossplay lets you party up with friends on different platforms — but your account, credits, character levels, skins, weapon unlocks, and Star Cards do not transfer. If you play 500 hours on PS5 and then switch to PC, you start over from scratch.
This is the single biggest complaint about EA’s crossplay implementation. Cross-progression has never been added and almost certainly never will be — EA ended Battlefront 2 development support in April 2020.
Cross-Input Mixing (Controller vs Mouse-and-Keyboard)
Battlefront 2 does not separate input methods. A console player using a controller can be matched against a PC player using mouse-and-keyboard in the same lobby. EA does not enforce input-based matchmaking the way some competitive shooters do (Call of Duty, Fortnite ranked).
If you’re on a controller and feel outgunned by PC players, your only option is to disable crossplay entirely.
How to Identify Player Platforms
In the scoreboard and squad menu, a small icon appears next to each player’s username indicating their platform: a PlayStation, Xbox, or PC icon. This is useful for:
- Knowing who you can add to a cross-platform party
- Reporting suspected cheaters (the cheat ecosystem is overwhelmingly on PC)
- Coordinating with friends who switched platforms
Why Did EA Add Crossplay So Late?
Battlefront 2 launched in November 2017 to a notoriously rough reception (the loot box controversy that briefly involved national gambling regulators). EA committed to free post-launch content through April 2020, then ended development. By 2021, queue times had gotten bad enough on every platform that a server merge became necessary — crossplay was that merge, just done cleanly.
Crossplay made the player base feel three times larger overnight. Five years later, it’s the single biggest reason Battlefront 2 is still playable in 2026.
What About Battlefront 1 (2015)?
The original Star Wars Battlefront (2015) does NOT have crossplay. It never received the update. PS4, Xbox One, and PC matchmaking are all separate, and the game’s population is now low enough that you may struggle to find matches outside Galactic Assault during peak hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Star Wars Battlefront 2 crossplay?
Yes. Star Wars Battlefront 2 (the 2017 EA/DICE version) added crossplay in a free update on September 28, 2021. PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Origin, Steam, and Epic Games Store) all share matchmaking pools. Crossplay is enabled by default for every new player.
Which platforms support Battlefront 2 crossplay?
All current platforms except Nintendo Switch: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC across Origin/EA App, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Battlefront 2 was never released on Switch, so the question doesn’t apply there.
Is Battlefront 2 crossplay between PS4 and Xbox?
Yes. PS4 and Xbox One (as well as PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) match against each other in every Co-Op and multiplayer mode. There is no console-only matchmaking option — if you want to play only against other PlayStation or only against other Xbox players, you have to disable crossplay entirely.
Is Battlefront 2 crossplay between PC and console?
Yes. PC players match against PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S players in the same lobbies. EA does not separate input methods, which means console controller players can match against PC mouse-and-keyboard players. Some console players choose to disable crossplay to avoid this.
How do I turn on crossplay in Battlefront 2?
Crossplay is ON by default. To check or toggle it: launch Battlefront 2 → Options → Network → Crossplay → set to On or Off. Changes take effect on your next matchmaking session. Turning it off may significantly increase queue times, especially for less-populated modes like Heroes vs Villains and Co-Op.
Why does Battlefront 2 have such long queue times?
Battlefront 2 launched in November 2017 and EA ended new content in April 2020 — so player population has declined. Crossplay (added Sept 2021) was specifically introduced to fix queue times by pooling all platforms together. If you disable crossplay you will wait significantly longer for matches, especially outside peak hours.
Is the 2005 Battlefront 2 crossplay?
The classic 2005 Pandemic Studios Battlefront 2 (re-released in 2017 on Steam and GOG) does NOT have crossplay. Its multiplayer is Steam-only on the PC re-release, and the original PS2/Xbox/PSP versions never supported cross-platform play. When people say ‘Battlefront 2 crossplay’ they almost always mean the 2017 EA/DICE game.
Does Battlefront 2 have cross-progression?
No. Crossplay lets you play with friends across platforms, but your progression, credits, skins, and unlocks do NOT transfer between platforms. If you start on PS5 and switch to PC, you have to grind your account from level 1 again. Cross-progression has never been added.
Can I see what platform other Battlefront 2 players are on?
Yes. In the scoreboard and squad menu, a small platform icon appears next to each player’s name (PlayStation, Xbox, or PC). This is also how you identify input method for reporting suspected cheaters — PC players with mouse-and-keyboard show a PC icon.
Is Battlefront 2 still worth playing in 2026?
Yes — especially on sale. EA stopped adding new content in April 2020, but crossplay (Sept 2021) revived the player base, and the game frequently goes for under $5 on Steam or PlayStation Store sales. Heroes vs Villains, Galactic Assault, and Co-Op all still have active populations. It remains the best modern Star Wars multiplayer shooter.
