Battlefield 6 features cross-play by default, allowing PlayStation, Xbox, and PC players to join the same lobbies. While this improves matchmaking times, it also means console users may face PC players using mouse and keyboard — or occasionally, cheaters.
Fortunately, console players can easily disable cross-play to play only with users on their own platform.
How to Turn Off Cross-Play in Battlefield 6?
Step 1: Open Game Settings
From the Battlefield 6 home screen, look for the gear icon to open Settings.
Step 2: Navigate to the System Tab
Inside Settings, scroll down and select the System section. This tab controls gameplay system preferences, including network and cross-play options.
Step 3: Find the Cross-Play Option
Under the System section, locate the Cross-Play toggle switch.
Step 4: Turn It Off
Switch Cross-Play from On to Off.
This setting will now restrict matchmaking to your own platform — PS5 players with PS5, Xbox Series X/S with Xbox Series X/S.
Step 5: Confirm and Return to Menu
Back out of the Settings menu to confirm changes.
Cross-play cannot be toggled during active matchmaking or while in a squad, so ensure you’re at the main screen before making the switch.
Important Notes
- PC Option: PC players cannot disable cross-play. It is locked on for all PC users.
- Matchmaking Impact: Turning off cross-play may slightly increase matchmaking times and reduce lobby size during off-peak hours.
- Re-Enabling Cross-Play: To play with friends on other platforms, revisit the same menu and toggle the option back to On.
Turning off cross-play in Battlefield 6 ensures a more balanced, controller-only competition for console players — ideal if you want fairer, cheat-free matches at the expense of slightly longer matchmaking.
Disclaimer:
The information provided is based on the current settings and features of Battlefield 6. Cross-play settings may change with future updates or patches. Disabling cross-play may affect matchmaking times and lobby sizes, particularly during off-peak hours. For the most up-to-date details, refer to the in-game settings or official patch notes.
