Escape the Backrooms Crossplay Guide
TL;DR · Yes — full cross-play between PC (Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S since May 28, 2026 (v1.3). Use lobby room codes to invite friends. Powered by Epic Online Services — no Epic account sign-in required.
Platform Support Table
| Platform | Crossplay | Price | Game Pass |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | ✅ | $9.99 | PC Game Pass |
| Xbox Series X|S | ✅ | $12.99 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| PS5 | ✅ | $12.99 | No |
| Split-screen | ❌ | — | Online only, up to 4 players |
All platforms receive the same content updates on the same schedule (content parity since console launch).
How to Play Cross-Platform (Step by Step)
Host (any platform)
- Open Escape the Backrooms and go to Multiplayer.
- Create a public or private lobby.
- Copy the room code shown on screen.
- Optional: toggle hide code so random players cannot join.
Join (friend on different platform)
- Open Multiplayer → Join with code.
- Enter the host's room code.
- Confirm cross-play is enabled in settings if prompted.
Epic Online Services (EOS)
Cross-play uses Epic Online Services for matchmaking. You do not need an Epic Games account — EOS runs in the background for Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation builds.
Crossplay Settings & Privacy
- Cross-play toggle — can be disabled if you only want same-platform lobbies.
- Hide lobby code — prevents griefers from joining mid-run.
- Proximity voice works cross-platform — entities can still hear you; use push-to-talk if needed.
What Changed in v1.3 (May 28, 2026)
- PS5 + Xbox Series X|S launch at $12.99 / £9.99 / €12.99
- Full cross-platform matchmaking via EOS
- Lobby codes for private and public sessions
- Added to Xbox Game Pass (Premium / Ultimate / PC Game Pass)
- v1.3.1 fixed voice chat issues · v1.3.2 fixed crash bugs on console
See also: Xbox Game Pass guide · PS5 guide · Multiplayer tactics
Common Crossplay Questions
Can PS5 and Steam play together?
Yes — that is the main use case since v1.3.
Do I need PlayStation Plus?
Yes — PS Plus is required for online multiplayer on PS5.
Do I need Xbox Live Gold?
Online play on Xbox requires an active subscription tier that includes multiplayer (varies by region; Game Pass Ultimate includes it).
Is there split-screen couch co-op?
No — online co-op only, up to 4 players.
Can Game Pass players match with Steam?
Yes — PC Game Pass and Steam PC builds cross-play together.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Code not working | Host re-creates lobby · check cross-play enabled both sides |
| Voice broken | Update to v1.3.1+ · check platform party chat as fallback |
| Friend on wrong version | All players must be on latest patch (check Steam/ console updates) |
| Random joins | Host enables hide code |
Related Guides
- All Levels Index — level list before you queue with friends
- Level Fun Walkthrough — hardest early co-op level
- Entities Guide — call out monsters for cross-platform teammates
Sources
- escapebackrooms.wiki multiplayer
- escapebackrooms.wiki updates v1.3
- Secret Mode console launch news
- Steam — About This Game
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- Escape the Backrooms Multiplayer & Co-op Guide
- Escape the Backrooms on PS5 — Price, Crossplay & PS Plus
- Escape the Backrooms on Xbox Game Pass — How to Play Free
- Escape the Backrooms Entities — Complete Survival Guide
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- Escape the Backrooms Level 0 Walkthrough — The Lobby
- Escape the Backrooms Level 1 Walkthrough — The Habitable Zone