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TERRARIA ADDS CROSS-PLAY, CELEBRATES 15 YEARS

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SUN, MAY 17, 2026

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Re-Logic has confirmed cross-play functionality is coming to Terraria, the indie sandbox game that has sold 70 million copies since launch. The developer also teased collector's items to mark the game's 15th anniversary.

Terraria's developer Re-Logic announced the long-requested feature during the game's 15th anniversary celebrations. Cross-play will allow players across different platforms to interact in shared worlds, addressing a frequent community request. The announcement comes as Terraria maintains strong player engagement over its 15-year lifespan. The game has generated 70 million sales across PC, console, and mobile platforms, establishing it as one of gaming's most successful indie titles. Re-Logic also previewed limited-edition collector's items tied to the anniversary milestone, though specific details remain unreleased. The studio has historically used major anniversaries to release exclusive cosmetics and commemorative content. No launch date was provided for the cross-play feature. Re-Logic continues to support Terraria with regular content updates and community events.

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