Abiotic Factor Crossplay Setup Guide 2025

Abiotic Factor supports full crossplay between PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players on all platforms can join the same dedicated server and play together seamlessly.

How Crossplay Works

Abiotic Factor uses Steam's crossplay infrastructure to enable seamless multiplayer across platforms. When hosting a dedicated server:

• PC Players: Connect via Steam
• PS5 Players: Connect via PlayStation Network (linked to Steam)
• Xbox Players: Connect via Xbox Live (linked to Steam)

Enabling Crossplay on Your Server

Step 1: Server Configuration

Edit your server's Game.ini file:

[/Script/AbioticFactor.AbioticFactorGameMode]
ServerName="My Crossplay Server"
MaxPlayers=6
CrossplayEnabled=true
CrossplayVoiceChat=true

Step 2: Network Requirements

Ensure your server has the following ports open:

Step 3: Platform-Specific Setup

For PS5 Players

1. Install Abiotic Factor: Download from PlayStation Store
2. Create Steam Account: Sign up for a free Steam account
3. Link Accounts: The game will prompt to link your PSN account to Steam
4. Join Server: Use the server browser and enter your server IP and port

For Xbox Players

1. Install Abiotic Factor: Download from Microsoft Store
2. Create Steam Account: Sign up for a free Steam account
3. Link Accounts: Link your Xbox Live account to Steam in-game
4. Join Server: Use the server browser with IP and port

For PC Players

1. Install Abiotic Factor: Purchase and download from Steam
2. Join Server: Use Steam server browser or direct connect via IP

Connecting to a Crossplay Server

Method 1: Direct Connection

1. Open Abiotic Factor
2. Select "Multiplayer"
3. Choose "Direct Connect"
4. Enter server IP and port (e.g., 123.45.67.89:7777)
5. Click "Connect"

Method 2: Server Browser

1. Open Abiotic Factor
2. Select "Multiplayer"
3. Use the Server Browser to find your server
4. Filter by server name or ping
5. Click "Join"

Method 3: Steam Favorites (PC)

1. Open Steam and go to "View > Servers"
2. Add your server to "Favorites"
3. Launch Abiotic Factor and join from favorites

Crossplay Limitations & Considerations

Account Linking Guide

PlayStation 5 Linking

1. Launch Abiotic Factor on PS5
2. Navigate to Settings > Account
3. Select "Link Steam Account"
4. Open the displayed URL on your phone or PC
5. Sign in to your Steam account
6. Authorize the connection
7. Return to PS5 and confirm linking

Xbox Series X|S Linking

1. Launch Abiotic Factor on Xbox
2. Go to Settings > Account Management
3. Choose "Link to Steam"
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to authorize
5. Confirm the connection is successful

Optimizing Crossplay Experience

Server Performance

• Location Matters: Host in a region central to all players
• Bandwidth: Ensure sufficient upload speed (100+ Mbps recommended)
• Tick Rate: Maintain stable tick rate for smooth gameplay

Network Configuration

# Server launch parameters for optimal crossplay
AbioticServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=6 -Crossplay=true

Player Communication

• Voice Chat: Enabled by default across platforms
• Text Chat: Use Discord or external apps for better coordination
• Latency: Display ping in-game to identify connection issues

Common Crossplay Issues

Best Practices for Mixed-Platform Servers

1. Region Selection: Host in a central location (e.g., US East for US/Canada players)
2. Player Limits: Start with 6 players, increase if performance allows
3. Communication: Use Discord for better cross-platform voice and text chat
4. Modding: Be cautious with mods - ensure all platforms support them
5. Regular Updates: Keep the server and all clients updated to the latest version

Next Steps

• Set up your dedicated server
• View server hardware requirements
• Configure server settings
• Increase max players for larger groups