Raft

Cross-play functionality launched on March 10, 2026, enabling players on Xbox and PlayStation to join games together. This update also introduced full controller support and in-game voice chat, enhancing the overall multiplayer experience.

• New Content:
  • Cross-play Enabled on Default Branch: All players can now cross-play across platforms.
  • Full Controller Support Added: Players can enjoy the game with full controller compatibility.
  • In-game Voice Chat Introduced: New voice chat feature facilitates better communication among players.

• User Interface Improvements:
  • PlayFab voice chat disabled by default: New users have voice chat turned off by default, adjustable in the settings.
  • Social UI can be closed with Escape: Users can now easily close the Social UI with the Escape key.
  • Added more voice chat options: Additional options for voice chat were made available in the Beta branch.

• Performance Enhancements:
  • Performance Optimizations Applied: Various optimizations improved overall game performance.

• Network Updates:
  • Cross-play enabled for Beta branch: Players could cross-play with others on PlayStation and Xbox in the Beta environment.

• Quality of Life Changes:
  • Quality of Life Changes Included: A range of improvements were made to enhance player experience.

• Version Options:
  • Option to Revert to Previous Version: Players can switch to the '1.09_precrossplayupdate' branch if they encounter problems.

Raft launched on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on December 4, 2024, marking a significant expansion of its player base. Alongside this, the game introduced cross-play, allowing players to team up across different platforms, and implemented in-game voice chat for enhanced communication.

• New Platforms: Raft became available on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, expanding access to console players.
• Cross-Play Feature: Players can now join games with friends regardless of their platform.
• Voice Chat: The addition of in-game voice chat improved communication among players during gameplay.
• Controller Support: Full controller support was added, enhancing the experience for console and PC gamers.

Several bug fixes also improved the overall experience: - Connection Fixes: Resolved connection issues for hosts and improved handling of invalid network messages, enhancing multiplayer stability. - Cross-Play Improvements: Fixed various connection issues affecting cross-play between PC and consoles. - UI Fixes: Addressed scroll issues in the load world interface and visual glitches in the chat and crafting menus.

Raft launched its Final Chapter on June 20, 2022, bringing significant new content including three new story destinations: Varuna Point, Temperance, and a secret location. Alongside this, players gained access to new items and machines such as the Juicer and Electric Grill, enhancing gameplay variety.

• New Destinations: Introduced Varuna Point, Temperance, and a secret destination.
• New Characters: Four new playable characters were added, expanding player options.
• New Enemies: Players faced new threats including Angler Fish, Scuttler, Polar Bear, and Hyena.
• New Gameplay Mechanics: The Juicer was added, allowing players to create smoothies that provide buffs, and trading posts were introduced on larger islands for resource trading.
• Gameplay Improvements: Domestic animals like Llama and Goat were prevented from walking off the raft, enhancing player control over their livestock.

• Performance Enhancements: The raft collision system was recoded, improving overall performance and load times, especially in Creative Mode.
• Quality of Life Features: An Auto Run Toggle was added, along with a Sort into Storage button for easier inventory management and offline play capabilities.

• Balance Changes: The Cooking Pot recipes were adjusted to refine gameplay balance.

• Multiplayer Network Improvements: The multiplayer network code was reworked to enhance security for hosts and clients.