Riders Republic Crossplay Explained: How Multiplayer Works

Riders Republic is an upcoming Ubisoft game that lets players explore an online, multiplayer universe focused on extreme sports. Featuring biking, skiing, and wingsuits, Riders Republic is a welcome addition to the fall lineup this year for fans of the lapsed extreme sports genre, which mostly fell out of the mainstream consciousness in the mid-2000s. However, those anticipating its launch on October 27 have been asking one key question: Does Riders Republic as an online multiplayer game support crossplay?

As technology in the gaming industry has progressed, some companies have made the decision to support online play between multiple platforms. The days are mostly gone when gamers had to buy an entire console based on where their friends were playing. Even in 2021, crossplay has become more popular, but it still isn’t always a given feature, which means that the ability to play with friends no matter what console one owns may be a sticking point when deciding to pick up a new game.

Luckily for people anticipating Riders Republic next week, someone’s console of choice seems like it won’t matter since Ubisoft has confirmed crossplay capabilities. This is great news, especially because Riders Republic is launching on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S – as well as cloud-based services Amazon Luna and Google Stadia. With a simultaneous release on so many systems, it’s reassuring to know that players won’t need to debate which platform deserves their purchase.

Riders Republic: Crossplay & Multiplayer Explained

During the company’s E3 livestream earlier this year, Ubisoft confirmed that Riders Republic will, in fact, support both crossplay between platforms and cross-generation play between PS4 and PS5 and Xbox One and Xbox Series X. However, this doesn’t mean that all features will be available for all players due to the limitations of last-generation hardware.

According to Ubisoft’s FAQ regarding the game’s beta in August, Riders Republic multiplayer modes may run a little differently depending on which hardware is being used. Essentially, although the game has crossplay across numerous platforms, those on current generation consoles hoping to play with friends who are still on an Xbox One or PS4 might need to temper expectations slightly. For example, under the “Mass Races” subheading on the FAQ, Ubisoft states that on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X, the Mass Races mode will support 50 players, whereas PS4 and Xbox One Riders Republic lobbies will only support 20.

That said, Mass Races appears to be the only mode affected by generational differences, meaning that, for the most part, RidersRepublic is a cross-generation title with crossplay, almost without any limitations. It’s important to note that Ubisoft is also offering a free week of play, although it will cut off after four hours, for those interested in getting a taste of Riders Republic before it officially launches next week.

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