Will the Microsoft Store version have crossplatform?

[Aya]

See thread title.

I get that WB is being a bit closer to Microsoft this time around thanks to Middle-earth Shadow of War being a cross-buy UWP, and while I don't expect Xbox One players to get a free digital download of the PC version, I can't help but wonder if I2 will feature PC vs Xbox One multiplayer.

I feel as if this question is extremely important because of the game's multiplayer focus and while fighting games tend to have more people on consoles, i doubt anyone will pick the game up on the Win10 store if it isn't part of the Xbox One player pool.

[Syncroniam]

Doubt there will be cross-platform. Only probably withg Windows Store and Steam together and that's it.

[NecroAether]

Not true, Killer Instinct supports crossplay via Steam and the Windows 10 Store version. Not saying Netherrealm would do it but it is possible.

http://www.pcgamer.com/killer-instinct-on-steam-will-support-cross-play-with-windows-10-and-xbox-one/

[Yofu]

Please let there be cross-platform play! Even if it's added later, please do it. I really want to see Fighting Games thrive on PC, and the only way for that to happen is a healthy player base.

[madSimon]

Why is anyone buying anything on the Windows Store...?

[Aya]

Originally posted by madSimon:

Why is anyone buying anything on the Windows Store...?

let's see...

December 23rd of last year showed just how easy it is for your Steam games to disappear. Most prudent move: Don't put all your eggs in one basket

Team Fortress 2's current state gives a good argument as to why one should buy UWP versions of games you'd otherwise buy on Steam (support Valve, support team stacking)

Granted, those two arguments were only valid for singleplayer or crossplatform games due to Steam having a much larger install base. However, consoles tend to have a larger install base when it comes to fighting games. If Injustice 2's UWP version has the ability to play against Xbox One users, it would be an instant buy. Otherwise, i'll probably pick it up on the Christmas sale on Steam