It’s demonized and advertised, but you don’t know what “crossplay” is supposed to be? We’ll tell you what’s behind the expression.
Here you can find out what is behind the term “crossplay”. (Source: Slphotography / depositphotos.com)
That means crossplay: cross-platform gaming
In the gaming sector, the term “crossplay” refers to cross-platform gaming. Multiplayer or more precisely MMO games can be played on different devices or computer systems through “Cross Platform Play”.
The term is derived from English and can be divided into “cross”, which stands for “cross” and “play”, ie “play / en”. In German, “crossplay” roughly means “crossed playing”.
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Function of crossplay
The crossplay offer is constantly being expanded, so that titles like “Minecraft” or “Fortnite” not only run on a console or PC, but also support other platforms and computer systems. Usually, an account is used to connect to the various devices and the games.
Everything cross and play
In the case of “Crossplay”, a distinction is usually made between “Cross Save” and “Cross Buy”. The difference is that a “Cross Save” only shows the memory status on all devices. The second console or computer just becomes the storage location. “Save” should not be confused with “safe”.
With the “Cross Buy”, the game actually runs on all platforms. Of FPS to MMORPGs can be played together from the PlayStation or PC.
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