If your NBA 2K26 crossplay isn’t working, this is a common issue. Crossplay in NBA 2K26 is only supported between PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
What we do know
Crossplay in NBA 2K26 is only supported between PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
PC, Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2), PS4 / Xbox One either don’t have crossplay, or have limited cross-gen / cross-progression, but do not fully support crossplay between those and PS5/Xbox Series.
There is a known bug/issues: invites between different platforms sometimes fail. The developers are aware and some workarounds are floating around.
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Possible reasons it’s not working / things you should check
Here are several things that can cause crossplay to fail, and how to troubleshoot:
| Problem | What to check or try |
|---|---|
| Crossplay toggle / privacy settings off | Make sure crossplay is enabled in your game settings. Also check privacy/online settings so that cross-network play, party invites, messages etc are allowed. |
| Game versions not matching | If one player has not updated or is on a different version/patch, crossplay can break. Everyone should have the latest patch. |
| Account linking | Your NBA 2K account might need to be linked properly to your console service (PSN/Xbox Live). If linking is broken or token is stale, it can prevent cross-platform friends from showing. |
| Strict NAT / network issues | A strict NAT type, or network/firewall blocking, or using VPN / custom DNS etc can stop invites or matchmaking from succeeding. |
| Server-side issues / bugs | Sometimes crossplay invites are broken due to server bugs and need a patch. The devs are aware, but fixes may not yet be fully deployed. |
| Mode doesn’t support crossplay | Not all game modes may support crossplay. E.g. sometimes private lobbies, certain tournaments, or legacy / last-gen console modes are excluded. |
Workarounds / fixes people are using
While waiting for a permanent fix, some of these have helped players:
Use the Squad Finder or similar built‑in grouping tools in “Park” or “The City” instead of direct invites. If you and your friend use similar filters, you may end up in the same group/lobby.
Fully restart the game or console / client, ensure overnight updates are applied. Clear any caches if possible.
Check your NAT type, try connecting via wired connection rather than Wi-Fi, ensure router settings (UPnP etc.) are optimized.
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