Updated for Patch 0.1.3 — Last checked: June 30, 2026
Data Status
Data checked against: Patch 0.1.3
Last updated: 2026-06-30
Source level: Mixed
In-game verified by this site: No
May change during Early Access: Yes
Witchspire Co-op Guide — Multiplayer Setup & Save Info
Witchspire supports online co-op for up to 6 players. One player hosts the session, and others join via Steam invites. This page covers how co-op works, save behavior, progression sharing, offline mode, and known issues.
Quick Facts
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Max players | Up to 6 | Official |
| Recommended | 4 players | Community-reported |
| Session type | Player-hosted | Community-reported |
| Online co-op | Yes | Official |
| Local co-op / Split-screen | No | Community-reported |
| Cross-platform | Not confirmed | Needs verification |
| Text chat | Not currently available | Community-reported |
| Voice chat | Not built-in (use Discord / Steam Voice) | Community-reported |
| Steam Cloud saves | Supported | Official |
| Dedicated servers | No — player-hosted only | Community-reported |
How Co-op Works
- One player starts a world and becomes the host.
- The host invites friends via Steam's friends list or the in-game social menu.
- Friends join the host's world. Both players need the same game version.
- All players share the world. Resources, enemies, and structures are shared.
- The host must be online for others to play. There are no dedicated servers.
Community-reported
Offline vs Co-op
| Mode | Requirements | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Single-player (Online) | Internet connection | Standard solo play |
| Single-player (Offline) | No internet needed | Added in Patch 0.1.3. Launches automatically without internet. |
| Online Co-op | Internet connection + host online | Up to 6 players. Host must stay online. |
Offline Mode was added in Patch 0.1.3. You can play solo without any internet connection. Co-op still requires online connectivity.
Official
Progression Sharing
| Progress Type | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Host's world | Persists between sessions. Host keeps all world changes. |
| Guest's character | Guests keep their character progression (levels, inventory). |
| Guest's world changes | May not carry over to guest's own world. Needs verification. |
| Demo/Playtest saves | Do NOT carry over to Early Access. Everyone starts fresh. |
Important: The host's save is the "real" save. If the host loses their save, the world progress is gone for everyone.
Community-reported
Player Count
Up to 6
Max players
Official
4
Recommended
Community-reported
Solo OK
Fully playable
Official
Save Behavior
- The host's save file determines the world state.
- Guests keep their character data but may not see world changes from co-op in their own solo world.
- Steam Cloud saves are supported. Your save syncs across devices.
- Some players report save file issues. Manual backup of the save folder is recommended as a precaution.
Community-reported
Known Issues
| Issue | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Invite not received / Can't join | Restart both clients, check version match, disable VPN, check firewall | Community-reported |
| Russia/CIS connection issue | Developer confirmed hosts file workaround. Check Steam Community Discussions. | Dev-reported |
| Host lag with 5–6 players | Reduce player count, use wired connection, close background apps | Community-reported |
| Multiplayer crashes | Verify game files, update GPU drivers, reduce player count | Community-reported |
| Save file issues | Host save persists; guest world changes may not carry over | Community-reported |
| Co-op map sync bug | Map may not update correctly for non-host players | Community-reported |
| Non-host equipment display bug | Stats may not show correctly for non-host players. Gear may still function. | Community-reported |
| Sound disappearing | Restart game temporarily fixes it | Community-reported |
| Familiar AI issues in co-op | Missing attacks, getting stuck. Position manually. | Community-reported |
| Text chat missing | No text chat in multiplayer currently | Community-reported |
Verification Status
| Claim | Confidence | Needs |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 6 players | Official | — |
| Player-hosted sessions | Community-reported | In-game screenshot |
| 4-player recommended | Community-reported | In-game performance test |
| Guest save behavior | Community-reported | In-game verification |
| No cross-platform | Needs verification | Developer statement |
| No text chat | Community-reported | In-game verification |
| Offline Mode | Official | — |
| Steam Cloud | Official | — |
FAQ
How many players can play Witchspire co-op?
Up to 6 players in player-hosted sessions.
Is there local co-op or split-screen?
No. Witchspire co-op is online only.
Do I need to be online to play solo?
No. Since Patch 0.1.3, there is an Offline Mode for single-player.
Does my friend's progress carry over when they leave my world?
Guests keep their character progression. World changes may not carry over to their own world. This needs verification.
Can I transfer my solo world to co-op?
Yes. Host your existing world and invite friends. Needs verification.
Is there cross-platform play?
Not confirmed. Needs verification.
My friend can't join my game. What do I do?
Restart both game clients, make sure you're on the same version, check firewall settings, and disable VPN if active.
Is there a dedicated server option?
No. Sessions are player-hosted only.
Sources: Steam Store Page [Official], Steam News [Official], Steam Discussions [Community-reported], Patch 0.1.3 notes [Official]