Can old gen and new gen play FIFA 23 together?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

Gamers have been eagerly awaiting the ability to play FIFA with friends regardless of what console generation they are on. For the first time ever, FIFA 23 makes this crossplay dream a reality.

Does FIFA 23 have crossplay between console generations?

The short answer – yes! FIFA 23 delivers full crossplay support across new gen platforms (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) and old gen consoles (PS4, Xbox One).

This means you can play online game modes like FUT, Pro Clubs and VOLTA Football with friends no matter which eligible FIFA 23 platform they are on. Crossplay is enabled for everyone by default for seamless matchmaking.

How crossplay works in FIFA 23

Enabling crossplay is easy:

  • PS5 players can play against PS4
  • Xbox Series X can matchmake with Xbox One
  • PS5 can face Xbox Series X | PC players
  • Any combination across new and old generation!

Crossplay has revolutionised online friendlies and makes coordinating your Pro Clubs team simple no matter people‘s console choice.

Can I turn crossplay off?

Yes – crossplay can be disabled if you wish only to face opponents within your console generation bracket. The toggle is available under Online Settings accessible through the Customise tab from the FIFA 23 main menu within FUT, Pro Clubs or VOLTA Football online.

With crossplay enabled, matchmaking considers your skill rating but ignores generations. This prevents highly rated old gen players exploiting weaker new gen opponents. Fair, competitive and fun!

Key differences: FIFA 23 old gen vs new gen versions

While play is unified thanks to ground-breaking crossplay integration, players considering upgrading consoles may be curious around core distinctions in the FIFA experience between console generations. Let‘s explore the major variances:

Graphics, visuals and matchday immersion

New gen consoles showcase vastly improved graphics leveraging their superior hardware capabilities:

  • Higher resolution assets and textures
  • Enhanced player models and body types
  • Smooth 4K visuals at 60 FPS on PS5/Xbox Series X
  • More detailed crowds, chants and atmosphere

This amplifies matchday realism and takes the spectacle to new levels absent on aging last-gen. Check out this stunning Bramall Lane concept:

If eye candy matters, next-gen‘s graphical polish handily outshines old-gen‘s scaled back fidelity.

HyperMotion2 and gameplay technology

Exclusive new-gen tech like:

  • HyperMotion2 utilizing advanced match capture
  • Machine learning AcceleRATE animations
  • Revamped lengthy player body types

…enable greater responsiveness, momentum and visibility of players efforts adapting to situation and context. This leads to greater gameplay authenticity.

These technologies remain absent on elder PlayStation 4 and Xbox One hardware, tied to technical constraints. PC mirrors new gen consoles by meeting minimum spec requirements.

Game mode feature parity and updates

While PS4/Xbox One enjoy crossplay and shared online experiences like FUT‘s Premier League tournament, they miss out on certain contemporary features popping up in beloved modes on new platforms:

As the table shows, massive Career Mode changes like playable highlights and transfer analysis give next-gen significant new depth in key areas.

Pro Clubs also gets new cinematics and progression systems exclusively on new consoles. Legacy platforms incrementally get left behind on annual innovation and modernity.

Is upgrading to new gen FIFA 23 worthwhile?

Hopefully the above outlines assists your decision making process around which FIFA 23 edition makes most sense for you.

While monumental crossplay support now bridges the online gap enabling cooperative and competitive play regardless, new gen consoles showcase undeniable graphical polish, cutting-edge gameplay tech and modern mode features that enthusiasts may consider indispensable!

With Xbox Series S at very affordable pricing, limited only by lower 1440p resolution and no disc drive, curious old gen players have easier access than ever to these advancements if the temptation proves irresistible!

For those content sticking with their trusted PS4 and Xbox One workhorses, rest assured you remain part of the unified FIFA community thanks to clever integration from EA Sports‘ programming wizards. But the possibility to import your existing Ultimate Team and online progress presents minimal friction should you eventually pick up advanced hardware.

Either way, football gaming‘s future looks bright and barrier-free. Let me know which platform you‘ll be enjoying FIFA 23 on Twitter!

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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