How to Play Far Cry 5 Multiplayer: A Comprehensive Guide
Ready to tackle the cult in Hope County with a friend? Far Cry 5 offers a robust co-op multiplayer mode that lets you experience the entire campaign with a buddy. Here’s a detailed guide on how to jump into Far Cry 5 multiplayer:
To play co-op in Far Cry 5, you’ll first need to progress through the game’s tutorial. Specifically, you must leave Dutch’s Island. Once you’ve done that:
- Open the in-game menu. This is usually done by pressing the ‘Options’ button on PlayStation or the ‘Menu’ button on Xbox.
- Navigate to the “Online” section.
- Select “Invite friends”.
- Choose the friend you want to invite from your platform’s friend list.
Your friend will receive an invite and, upon accepting, will join your game. That’s it! You’re now playing Far Cry 5 in co-op. Remember that you can play through the entire campaign in co-op mode. You and your friend will be able to complete missions, explore the open world, and generally wreak havoc in Hope County, together.
Co-op Gameplay Mechanics
Co-op in Far Cry 5 is designed to be collaborative. Both players can freely roam the map and engage in any activities they choose, from main missions to side quests, or simply exploring. Here’s what you should know about how co-op works:
- Player Limit: Far Cry 5 supports a maximum of two players in co-op. You cannot play with a larger group in the campaign mode.
- No Split-Screen: There is no split-screen option available in Far Cry 5. Both players need their own console and copy of the game to play together.
- Progression: Importantly, story progress is only saved for the host. The guest player’s inventory, collected items, and skill progression will be saved; however, any progress within the campaign storyline will not be saved for the guest. When the guest returns to their single-player game, they will resume from the point in the story they had reached before joining the host.
- Friendly Fire: By default, friendly fire is disabled. However, if you’re looking for an extra challenge (or just a bit of chaotic fun), you can enable friendly fire in the “Gameplay” section of the “Settings” menu.
- Proximity: While exploring, players do need to stay relatively close to each other. The game has a tethering system that doesn’t allow you to go too far away from the other player. This keeps the co-op experience cohesive and prevents one player from being left behind.
- Joining in Progress: You can invite friends at any point during gameplay (after leaving Dutch’s Island) to join your game. Likewise, if a friend sends you an invite, you can join their game at any point, provided you have reached the post-tutorial stage.
- DLC Co-op: Similar to main campaign missions, co-op sessions for DLC content only save progress for the host.
Online Requirements
To play Far Cry 5 multiplayer online, you’ll need a few things:
- Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is essential for smooth co-op play.
- Platform Membership: If you are on a console, you’ll need an active membership: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Game Pass Core for Xbox, or PlayStation Plus for PlayStation consoles.
- Console and Game Copy: Both you and your co-op partner need your own console and a copy of Far Cry 5.
Server Connectivity
If you are having trouble connecting to Far Cry 5 servers, it might be related to your NAT type. If your NAT status isn’t showing as Open or Single NAT, you may need to forward ports to your device to establish a connection. Check your router settings for instructions on how to do this.
Controller Support
Far Cry 5 supports various controller types. On PC, you can use an Xbox One Controller, Xbox Elite Controller 2, Nintendo Pro Controller, PlayStation 4 Dualshock 4 Controller, PlayStation 5 Dual Sense Controller, and keyboard and mouse setups.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some common questions about Far Cry 5 multiplayer:
1. Can I play Far Cry 5 multiplayer immediately after starting the game?
No, you need to complete the initial tutorial and leave Dutch’s Island before multiplayer becomes available.
2. How many players can play co-op in Far Cry 5?
Far Cry 5 co-op supports a maximum of two players.
3. Is there split-screen co-op in Far Cry 5?
No, Far Cry 5 does not support split-screen. Both players need their own console and copy of the game.
4. Does story progress save for both players in co-op?
No, story progress only saves for the host player. However, individual character progression such as inventory and skill upgrades are saved for both players.
5. What happens if I play co-op and then go back to my single-player game?
You will resume your single-player game where you left off before joining the co-op session, with your character and inventory as they were. Your story progress will not be affected by playing as the guest.
6. Can I play all missions in co-op?
Yes, the entire Far Cry 5 campaign can be played in co-op mode.
7. Is friendly fire enabled by default?
No, friendly fire is disabled by default, but you can enable it in the gameplay settings.
8. Do we need to stay close to each other in co-op?
Yes, there’s a proximity system that requires you to stay relatively close to your co-op partner.
9. Can I join a friend’s game at any time?
Yes, you can join a friend’s game at any point, provided they have reached the post-tutorial stage, and vice versa.
10. Is a membership required to play online?
Yes, console players need an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Xbox Game Pass Core or PlayStation Plus membership to play online co-op.
11. What happens if the host player disconnects?
If the host disconnects, the co-op session ends for both players. The guest will be returned to their single-player game.
12. Can I play DLC in co-op?
Yes, DLC content can be played in co-op, but again, progress is only saved for the host.
13. Do I need to forward ports if I’m having connection issues?
If your NAT status isn’t Open or Single NAT, you may need to forward ports to improve your connection.
14. Can I invite a random player to my game?
No, Far Cry 5 does not offer a matchmaking system for inviting random players. You need to invite specific friends to play co-op.
15. What controllers are compatible with Far Cry 5?
Far Cry 5 supports a variety of controllers, including Xbox One, Xbox Elite Controller 2, Nintendo Pro Controller, PlayStation 4 Dualshock 4 Controller, PlayStation 5 Dual Sense Controller and also supports keyboard and mouse setups for PC.
By following these instructions, you and a friend can experience all the open-world action and cult-busting fun of Far Cry 5 together. Enjoy Hope County, and stay vigilant against Joseph Seed’s nefarious plans!