Can you merge Battle.net and Xbox?

To answer the question directly, merging Battle.net and Xbox accounts is possible, allowing players to connect their console accounts to their Battle.net account and access cross-play and cross-progression features in supported Blizzard games, such as Overwatch. This process enables players to share their progress and play with friends across different platforms, including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, by linking their respective accounts to their Battle.net account.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. What is the process of linking a Battle.net account to Xbox? Linking a Battle.net account to Xbox involves going to the Battle.net website, signing in, and clicking on Security and Privacy, then Connected Accounts, and selecting Xbox Live to connect the accounts.
2. Can I use the same Battle.net account on multiple devices? Yes, but logging into the Battle.net app on one computer and then logging into the Battle.net App on another computer with the same account will log out of the first computer, so players need to log into games directly from the installation folder for simultaneous play.
3. How do I transfer characters between Battle.net accounts? Character transfer between Battle.net accounts requires both accounts to be registered under the same account holder name, and it’s not possible to transfer characters to another person or between different World of Warcraft versions.

Account Management

4. Can I unlink a Battle.net account from Xbox? Yes, connections between Battle.net accounts and Xbox Live can be removed at any time by logging into Account Management, going to Connections, and clicking the Disconnect button next to the console to be unlinked.
5. Is Battle.net linked to Activision? A Battle.net account can be linked to an Activision account to track Call of Duty profiles, and if you don’t have an Activision account, you can create one for free.
6. Can I have two Battle.net accounts? You can have two Battle.net accounts, but they cannot use the same email address, requiring a new or separate email address for the second account.

Game-Specific Information

7. Can I play Diablo 4 on Xbox if I bought it on PC? No, Diablo 4 must be purchased separately for each platform, including PC and Xbox, as Battle.net games are for PC only and Xbox games must be purchased from the Microsoft Store.
8. Can I merge my Overwatch accounts? Overwatch progression earned on one console or PC account cannot be merged to the same type of account, only between console and PC.
9. Why didn’t my Overwatch skins transfer? If Overwatch 2 skins are missing, ensure you’re logging into the correct Battle.net account and that you’ve merged any console accounts with Overwatch progress to your Battle.net account.

Purchase and Transfer

10. Do Xbox purchases transfer to PC? Only Xbox Play Anywhere titles allow a digital purchase on Xbox One to include the PC version, with synced saves across both platforms.
11. Is a Microsoft account the same as an Xbox account? No, a Microsoft account is not the same as an Xbox account, although the same email address can be used for both, and a Microsoft account is required to create an Xbox account.
12. Will uninstalling Battle.net delete my games? No, uninstalling the Battle.net desktop app does not uninstall game clients, which can be uninstalled separately through the Control Panel.

Recovery and Security

13. How do I recover my old Battle.net account? A canceled Battle.net account can be recovered within 37 days through the personal verification process, recovering personal information and payment history, or by contacting Customer Service if email recovery is not possible.
14. Can I use my Xbox account on PC? Yes, with Xbox Play Anywhere games, progress is saved on Xbox Live, allowing play on another Xbox or Windows 10/11 PC, bringing all saves, game add-ons, and achievements.
15. Is Battle.net the only way to play Warzone? Yes, an Internet connection, Battle.net account, and Battle.net desktop app are required to play Warzone, highlighting the integral role of Battle.net in accessing certain games.