Starfield on PS5: Is Cross-Save Supported for Xbox and PC Players?

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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

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  • Primary Subject: Starfield (PS5 Launch Version / Free Lanes Update)
  • Key Update: Starfield officially launches on PS5 on April 7, 2026, alongside the Terran Armada DLC, but it will not support cross-saves from Xbox or PC.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: March 18, 2026
  • Quick Answer: No, Starfield does not support cross-saves between Xbox/PC and PS5; PlayStation players must start a new game when it launches on April 7, 2026.

Now that Starfield is coming to PS5, people are asking: Can you access cross-saves from Xbox or PC?

It was recently announced that after almost three years, Starfield is officially coming to PS5 after previously only being available on Xbox Series X/S and PC. For many, this is great news. Starfield has been praised for its gameplay and open-world setting, and now PlayStation owners can experience the Settled System for themselves.

But what if you played Starfield on a different device? Can you transfer your data to your PS5? Here's everything we know.

Can You Cross-Save Starfield From Xbox or PC to PS5?

As of this writing, there is no way to cross-save your Starfield data from Xbox or PC to your PS5. This means if you've played Starfield on a different device, you'll need to start from scratch on PS5.

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Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

Currently, on Xbox and Windows, you can allow cross-saves, and that's only if you have the digital version of Starfield on the Xbox Game Pass. Starfield makes use of Xbox's "Play Anywhere" capability, which allows users to transfer their in-game progress from Xbox to PC (or vice-versa) at no cost.

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If you bought Starfield on Steam, you can't cross-save to your Xbox or PS5.

When Is Starfield Coming to PS5?

Starfield will be available to play on PS5 from April 7, 2026.

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Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

PlayStation made the announcement earlier this week. Their PS5 debut will coincide with the release of the Free Lanes update and the Terran Armada DLC. The latter is available as a bundle with the Premium Edition of Starfield, or it can be purchased separately.

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