Raft 1.1: Cross-play sails to the default branch!
Cross-play is now live on the default branch, allowing PC players to join Xbox and PlayStation friends alongside new controller support and voice chat.
Key Changes
- 1Cross-play enabled between PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5
- 2Full native controller support added to PC
- 3New in-game voice chat system implemented
- 4Performance optimizations across multiple game areas
- 5General bug fixes and quality of life improvements
- 6Legacy '1.09_precrossplayupdate' branch available for troubleshooting
All Changes
🌐Multiplayer(2)
- newCross-play: Enabled cross-play between PC (Steam), Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5 on the default branch.
- newVoice Chat: Introduced in-game voice chat for easier communication during multiplayer sessions.
🎮Input & UI(1)
- newController Support: Added full native controller support for the PC version.
⚡Performance(1)
- changePerformance: Optimized performance in many areas of the game for better stability and frame rates.
🛠️Quality of Life(1)
- changeQuality of Life: Implemented a whole bunch of quality of life changes to improve the general gameplay experience.
🐛Bug Fixes(1)
- fixBug Fixes: Resolved various bugs identified during the cross-play beta period.
💾System(1)
- new1.09_precrossplayupdate: Added the '1.09_precrossplayupdate' legacy branch as a backup for players who encounter issues with the new version.
Summary
Cross-Platform Integration
The long-awaited cross-play feature has moved from the beta branch to the default Steam branch. PC players can now seamlessly sail with friends on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. This transition involved a major overhaul of the game's underlying code to support multi-platform synchronization.
New Features & Improvements
Beyond connectivity, this update introduces full native controller support and an integrated in-game voice chat system. Players will also notice improved performance across various game regions and several quality-of-life adjustments. For those experiencing technical issues with the new systems, a legacy branch (1.09) has been provided to ensure continued access to older worlds without disruption.