It’s like blind dating in the apocalypse.

Isn’t that lovely?

When does multiplayer unlock in Dead Island 2?

Dead Island 2 image showing Amy sat on the bar in a diner.

Does Dead Island 2 have crossplay?

Dead Island 2 does not have crossplay.

Xbox and PlayStation players cannot mix, nor can they can play with those on PC.

It’s Sam B from Dead Island, now in Dead Island 2! He’s in a very good mood and is holding a big hammer over his shoulder

However, Dead Island 2 does have cross-gen multiplayer.

PS4 and PS5 can play together, as can those on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

Does quest progress save while playing co-op?

Quest progress is saved while playing co-op, regardless of whether you have joined or hosted the session.

However, there is one big restriction.

You cannot join a lobby that is on a quest that you’ve yet to unlock.

If a friend is further ahead, they can join you and help you catch up instead.

Do you keep items if you leave a co-op session in Dead Island 2?

Any items that you pick up while playing online in Dead Island 2 will stay in your inventory.

That wraps up our guide on Dead Island 2 co-op multiplayer.

For more, take a look at our guide onhow to fast travel in Dead Island 2.