How to Add Friends in Sea of Thieves: Explained

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Microsoft Studios’ 2018 action-adventure title is available for half the price on Steam, which means now is the best time to set sail for the high seas in this popular multiplayer online game. But how to add friends in Sea of Thieves who can join you and be part of your Sea of Thieves open crew? Fear not matey, for we have the guide to help you add and invite friends to join you in your pirate escapades.

Before you raise your pirate flag, you’ll need to assemble your ragtag Sea of Thieves open crew. You don’t want random players messing up your crew, you need your friends on board. If you’re unsure how to add friends in Sea of Thieves and are wondering whether your friends are playing on PS5, Xbox, or PC, we’ll show you how to connect and set sail together.

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How to Add Friends in Sea of Thieves?

There are two ways to go about adding or inviting your friends to Sea of Thieves. It depends on whether you’re using a console like the PlayStation or a PC. Here’s what you have to do:

Adding Friends on Console & PC

Firstly, when you launch Sea of Thieves on console, you’ll be asked to sign in or create a Microsoft account. This quick step is necessary to link up with friends across different platforms. Follow these steps:

  • Create or sign in to your Microsoft account.
  • If you’re on PlayStation, link your PSN account to your Microsoft account.
  • If you’re on PC, just add friends in your Xbox App. But you can skip this step on console and just add friends directly in the console.
  • Select the friends you want to play with and invite them to join your game.
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Sea of Thieves Open Crew: Is It Worth It?

Playing Sea of Thieves with a crew of friends can be a blast, but what about sailing with strangers in an Open Crew? Let’s weigh the pros and cons.

Pros:

  • Chance to meet new players and make friends.
  • Opportunity to experience different playstyles and strategies.
  • Adds an element of unpredictability and excitement to the game.

Cons:

  • Risk of encountering uncooperative or toxic players.
  • Potential for sabotage and lost loot.
  • Limited communication options, especially if teammates don’t have microphones.

While Open Crew can offer some memorable experiences and unexpected alliances, it also comes with its fair share of challenges. If you prefer a more controlled environment and want to protect your progress, sticking with a Closed Crew might be the safer option.

Keep in mind that Open Crew sessions have been temporarily disabled following an update, but they are expected to return with the launch of Season 12. Stay posted for more updates on RetroNoob.