Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay is indeed a feature, with cross-platform compatibility a part of the game from launch. Admittedly, it's not the smoothest feature in the world - playing online in Monster Hunter never has been the most elegant experience - but once you set up a Link Party and a friend connection with other players in Monster Hunter Wilds, you should be able to go on hunts with them without too much trouble. We'll explain the limitations of crossplay in MH Wilds below, along with everything you need to know about joining friends.
How to play Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay
MH Wilds crossplay and cross-platform connections is something you set up via the Hunter IDs displayed on your Hunter Profile. Give this ID to a friend, then they can search it through the Hunter ID search function in the Communication tab in the pause menu, and add you as a friend in-game, regardless of platform. Once you accept the invitation at your end, you can go into the Hunter Friend List and invite them to a Link Party, which allows you to do quests together and participate in each other's hunts.
For more info on Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer, our guide will explain how it works and limitations of it. It's also true to say that you don't have to use the above method to play with people on the same platform as you - players who are all on PS5, for example. can use the built-in operating system to join with friends accordingly. You only need to go through the bother of Hunter ID searches if there's a difference of consoles at play.
Be sure to check out our Monster Hunter Wilds review, where we described it as "The new peak of the series and an early contender for game of the year".
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