- Cross platform status: No Rest for the Wicked launched in Early Access on Steam (PC) on April 18, 2024
- Co-op play: Online co-op is a core feature, designed around shared exploration and action-RPG combat
- Console versions: Console releases are planned during development, but check official channels for current status
- Best practice: Confirm every player owns the game on the same platform before planning a session
- Stay updated: Follow the official news and Steam announcements for platform news
Current Platform Availability
No Rest for the Wicked is a dark fantasy action RPG developed by Moon Studios, the studio behind the Ori games. It entered Early Access on Steam on April 18, 2024, which means PC has been the primary platform throughout development. Cross platform questions usually come down to three separate issues: which platforms the game is on, whether players on different platforms can play together, and whether progress transfers between them.
| Platform | Availability | Cross Play | Cross Save / Progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | Available since April 18, 2024 (Early Access) | N/A (primary platform) | N/A |
| PlayStation 5 | Announced for the development roadmap | Not confirmed for launch window | Not confirmed |
| Xbox Series X/S | Announced for the development roadmap | Not confirmed for launch window | Not confirmed |
| Nintendo Switch | Not announced | Not available | Not available |
PC (Steam)
- Primary platform since Early Access launch
- Full access to patches and hotfixes
- Steam store page is the main purchase point
Consoles
- Console versions are part of the long-term plan
- Timing depends on Early Access development progress
- Verify status through official announcements
Game Pass / Other Stores
- No confirmed alternative PC storefronts listed in official channels
- Check Steam and the official site for current options
Many third-party sites claim confirmed cross play or specific console dates. Treat any cross platform claim as reliable only when it appears on the official website, the Steam news feed, or Moon Studios' own announcements.
Co-op and Cross Play: How Multiplayer Works
No Rest for the Wicked supports single-player and online co-op, and the multiplayer design is built around shared exploration of Isola Sacra. During Early Access, co-op sessions run through the platform's native online systems, which in practice means Steam players inviting Steam friends. True cross play — playing together across different platforms — requires multiple platforms to be live first, so the practical answer today is: co-op is available, but within the same platform.
| Multiplayer Question | Current Answer |
|---|---|
| Does the game have co-op? | Yes, online co-op is a core feature |
| Is co-op cross platform? | Not while Early Access is PC-focused; cross play requires multiple live platforms |
| Local split-screen? | Not offered; co-op is online |
| How many players? | Check the official co-op overview (Being Wicked Together) for current party size |
| Can progress be shared? | Session progress is tied to the host's world state |
Character progression and world state in a co-op session follow the host's world. Decide in advance which player hosts so quest progress lands on the save file you care about most.
Step-by-Step: Setting Up a Co-op Session
Follow this flow to get a multiplayer session running smoothly. Every player needs the game installed on a compatible platform, an active online connection, and matching game versions.
Prepare Your Character and Connection
Launch the game, complete the introductory setup, and confirm your account and network are ready for online play. Stock up on healing supplies and repair your equipment in Sacrament before inviting anyone.
Choose the Host and Session
Pick which player hosts the session. The host's world and progression state is what the group plays in, so select the save that reflects the story point you want to explore together.
Invite Friends
Use the platform's native invitation flow to bring friends into the session. Confirm every player has fully loaded in before leaving the gathering area.
Coordinate Roles and Routes
Assign front-line, ranged, and support roles based on each player's build. Communicate before opening dangerous routes such as Nameless Pass or dungeon interiors like Mariner's Keep.
Review Progress After Encounters
After boss fights and quest steps, confirm loot distribution and check whether progression applied to the host's world as expected.
Mismatched game versions are one of the most common co-op failures. Have every player verify their build is fully updated before sending invitations.
Cross-Save, Progression, and Account Questions
Cross save matters once a game spans multiple platforms: players want their Cerim, gear, and quest progress to follow them. During the Steam-focused Early Access period there is a single progression environment, so the cross-save question becomes relevant only when console versions arrive. Moon Studios has not published a confirmed cross-save system in the referenced official channels, so treat any claim of shared progression between PC and consoles as speculation until announced.
| Topic | Status | What It Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Cross save between PC and console | Not confirmed | Assume progress stays per-platform until officially stated |
| Character sharing between accounts | Not confirmed | Each account manages its own characters |
| Co-op loot and rewards | Shared in-session | Rewards from group encounters apply within the hosted session |
| Early Access saves into full release | Typically preserved in patches | Back up saves before major patch installs |
Early Access updates can change systems, balance, and progression. Keeping a manual backup of your save folder before a major patch protects your Cerim from unexpected issues.
Pre-Session Checklist
Before You Invite Friends:
- Confirm every player owns the game on the same platform
- Verify all players are on the same game version
- Upgrade your main weapon and stock healing supplies in Sacrament
- Decide which player hosts and which world to play in
- Agree on party roles based on each player's build
- Review the official co-op overview for current multiplayer rules
FAQ
Q: Is No Rest for the Wicked cross platform in 2026?
Cross play requires the game to be live on multiple platforms. During the Steam-focused Early Access period, PC is the primary platform, and console versions remain part of the development roadmap. Check the official news page and Steam announcements for the latest platform status.
Q: Can I play co-op with friends right now?
Yes. No Rest for the Wicked supports single-player and online co-op. Sessions are hosted by one player, and the host's world state determines quest progression for the group. All players need compatible game versions on the same platform.
Q: Does No Rest for the Wicked support cross save?
No cross-save system has been confirmed in official channels. Progression is currently tied to the platform where you play. Assume saves stay separate per platform until Moon Studios announces otherwise.
Q: Which platforms is the game available on?
The game is available on PC through Steam, where it launched in Early Access on April 18, 2024. Console releases have been part of the announced development plans, but their timing follows Early Access progress, so verify current availability on the Steam store page and official site.