Off The Grid Heads to Steam in June with Crossplay and Combat Tweaks

Off The Grid is expanding its reach. After spending time on consoles and one PC storefront, the cyberpunk battle royale is officially launching on Steam this June. The new version includes crossplay with all other platforms, marking a step forward for accessibility and matchmaking consistency.

This launch comes alongside a string of gameplay adjustments and fresh content, signaling that the developers aren’t just porting the game — they’re actively refining it. The result is a more aggressive combat pace, deeper customization options, and broader support for new players stepping in from the Steam ecosystem.

Combat pacing reworked

One of the biggest shifts is in how gunfights play out. Weapon damage has been tuned to speed things up — time-to-kill is down by about 30 percent across the board. That means less prolonged trading and more decisive engagements, especially in tighter skirmishes.

To balance this faster pace, new accuracy penalties have been introduced for players firing while airborne or moving erratically. It’s a push toward encouraging smarter positioning and cleaner aim, rather than constant motion spam.

New weapons and gear expand tactical options

The update also brings a few new tools to the battlefield. Three standout legendary weapons — each with their own perks and unique firing behaviors — join the current roster, along with new cybernetic gear. These additions are designed to offer more variety in loadouts, rewarding players who adapt their playstyle rather than rely on one setup.

None of the new equipment feels overpowered out of the gate, but they do shake up how you approach close-range fights and long-range pressure. It’s less about raw stats and more about how these tools fit into your movement and team comp.

Crossplay opens up matchmaking

With full cross-platform functionality now active, players across PC, console, and other storefronts can queue together. It’s a big win for lobby times and a more active in-game population, particularly during off-hours or in smaller regions.

Importantly, progression remains synced across systems. So if you’re coming from another version and shifting to Steam, your gear, unlocks, and progress carry over. That kind of fluidity matters in a game that encourages long-term play through its season-based structure.

A narrative twist on Battle Royale

Off The Grid has always tried to do something a bit different with its structure, mixing traditional BR mechanics with a separate story campaign. The campaign spans dozens of hours and threads through the same map used for PvP, meaning your actions in narrative missions can influence your broader experience.

The map itself, a densely built-up island with verticality and heavy environmental storytelling, doubles as a shared stage for both combat and narrative progression. It’s a system that asks players to engage in both sides of the game to understand the full picture.

Ongoing updates and shifting community

Ahead of the Steam launch, recent patches have targeted balance tuning and quality-of-life fixes — faster inventory access, reduced input lag, and adjusted ability cooldowns. It’s clear the developers are trying to smooth rough edges before bringing in a wider PC audience.

While the game’s early rollout had its share of growing pains, the direction has become more focused. With new gear, broader accessibility, and crossplay in place, the Steam launch feels less like a soft relaunch and more like a second wind — one shaped by player feedback and a better understanding of what makes the game click