Is cross-platform off Modern Warfare 2?

Crossplay is enabled by default in Modern Warfare 2 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam and Battle.net. Players on all platforms can matchmake and play together.

While crossplay can be disabled on PlayStation consoles, it remains forced on for Xbox and PC players.

Breakdown of Crossplay Capabilities Across Platforms

The table below shows the crossplay settings available in Modern Warfare 2:

As we can see, PlayStation owners have the option to disable cross-platform play, while Xbox and PC players do not.

Controlling Crossplay on PlayStation Consoles

PlayStation users can easily turn off crossplay by heading into the Modern Warfare 2 settings menu:

1. Launch Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
2. Navigate to the Settings tab from the main menu
3. Select Account & Network
4. Switch the Crossplay option to Disabled

Here is a visual guide:

With crossplay disabled, PlayStation players will only matchmake with others on PlayStation consoles. This prevents matching against Xbox, PC and cross-generation players.

Why Disable Crossplay in Modern Warfare 2?

Gamers may wish to turn off crossplay for several reasons:

• Avoid playing against keyboard & mouse players on PC
• Prevent matching faster-loading PS5 players when on PS4
• Stop matching last-gen Xbox One players
• Play on a level playing field

The main advantage is that matches feel fairer when limited to your console type. The disadvantage is that matchmaking takes longer with a smaller pool of players.

Crossplay Population Statistics

According to Activision, here is the platform breakdown of the Modern Warfare 2 player base:

PlayStation represents over half of the total Modern Warfare 2 population. Disabling crossplay would sever their connection to the 28% on Xbox and 16% on PC.

Effects on Matchmaking Times

During peak periods, matchmaking takes around 30-45 seconds with crossplay enabled. Limiting the pool could extend this by 20 seconds or more when finding matches.

If PlayStation players disable crossplay during off-peak hours, they may struggle to find matches quickly.

How Crossplay Compares To Other Shooters

Here is how crossplay capabilities stack up against some other popular first-person shooters:

Aside from Fortnite, most don‘t allow restricting crossplay. Modern Warfare 2 stands out for permitting PlayStation players to opt out.

The Future of Crossplay In Call of Duty

Given the success of unified matchmaking, forced crossplay will likely remain for future Call of Duty entries.

However, there is community pressure on Microsoft and Activision to provide Xbox crossplay toggles too. Players cite fairness and stable latency as reasons.

If warzone 2 proves popular on PC, PlayStation and Xbox players may request console-only lobbies there too. Private matches already allow controlling crossplay settings.