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How to Invite a Player in Sea of Thieves

So, you’re sailing the high seas in Sea of Thieves and you’ve got a friend who wants to join your crew? That’s awesome! Playing with friends makes the game even more fun. But how exactly do you get them onto your ship? Don’t worry, it’s easier than finding buried treasure! Let’s dive into the different ways to invite a player, whether they’re already in your Xbox network, on a PC, or just starting their pirate journey.

Inviting Friends Already on Your Xbox Network

If your friend is using an Xbox or the Xbox app on PC, inviting them is usually the simplest method. Here’s how it works:

Using the in-game Menu

This is the most direct way when you’re already playing:

1. Open the Menu: While you are playing Sea of Thieves, press the “Menu” button on your controller (the one with three lines on it) or press the “Esc” key on your keyboard.
2. Go to My Crew: Look for an option that says “My Crew”. It might be near the top of the menu.
3. Find the Invite Option: Once in the “My Crew” menu, you will see your current crew. Underneath, there will be options to invite people. The option you’re looking for will be something like “Invite Friends”.
4. Choose Your Friend: A list of your Xbox friends who are online will appear. Select the friend you want to invite.
5. Wait for Acceptance: Your friend will receive a notification to join your crew. Once they accept, they will magically appear near your ship, ready to set sail!

Using the Xbox Game Bar

If you are on a PC, you can also use the Xbox Game Bar, a handy tool that can help with inviting friends. Here’s how:

1. Open Game Bar: While playing Sea of Thieves, press the Windows key + G together to open the Game Bar.
2. Find the Social Widget: Look for the social widget, where your Xbox friends appear. It might be on the side of your screen.
3. Select Your Friend: Find the friend that you want to play with in your friends list.
4. Invite to Game: Right-click (or use the equivalent on a controller) on their name and you will see an option like “Invite to Game” (or similar phrase). Click on this option.
5. Wait for Acceptance: Like before, they will get a notification and, when accepted, will join you.

Important Note: Both you and your friend need to have Sea of Thieves running for the invite to work. Also, double-check that you’re both showing as “online” to your Xbox friends.

Inviting Players Not on Your Xbox Network (Using a Game Invite Link)

What if your friend isn’t on your Xbox friends list or is playing on a different platform (like Steam)? This is when the game invite link comes in. It’s like sending a special pirate message that lets anyone join your game. Here’s how to get that link:

Generating a Game Invite Link

• Open the Menu: Press the “Menu” button on your controller or the “Esc” key on your keyboard to open up the in-game menu
• Go to My Crew: Navigate to “My Crew” again.
• Look for Invite Options: Instead of picking “Invite Friends,” you’ll be looking for an option like “Generate Invite Link”, “Copy Game Invite Link” or a similar phrasing. It may be represented by a chain icon.
• Copy the Link: Click on that option. The game will copy a link to your clipboard.

Sharing the Game Invite Link

• Share the Link: Now you can paste this link anywhere you can type – in an instant message, email, discord chat, etc. Share this link with the friend you wish to play with.
• Friend Clicks the Link: Your friend simply has to click this link and it will open up the Sea of Thieves game (if it’s already installed) and begin the process of joining you. They might be prompted to confirm that they wish to join the game.
• Automatic Join: After that, your friend should find themselves in your game quickly.

Keep in Mind: Game invite links are only good for a short time and usually only good for one use, so your friend has to use the link relatively quickly. Also, be careful who you share the link with; anyone with the link can join your crew.

Managing Your Crew Size

Before you go sending out invites left and right, it’s important to know about how crew sizes work in Sea of Thieves.

Different Ship Sizes, Different Crew Sizes

• Sloop: This smaller ship is built for 1-2 players. If you’re using a sloop, you can only have one other crew member with you.
• Brigantine: This ship works well for a group of 2-3 players. You can have a team of three members on a brigantine.
• Galleon: If you have a large group, 3-4 pirates can sail this ship.

Full Crew Issues

If your crew is already full, you can’t invite another player using any of the methods mentioned above. The game will let you know, and your friend won’t be able to join. You have to have space on your ship for more crew.

• Solution: You’d need to have a crew member leave the game, if you wish to invite a player on full crew size.

Troubleshooting Common Invite Issues

Sometimes, even if you follow the steps perfectly, things might not go as planned. Here are some usual problems and how to deal with them.

Friend Not Appearing in Your List

• Friend Online: Ensure your friend is actually online on Xbox or Steam (depending on where they are playing). They need to have their game running.
• Xbox Network Issues: Sometimes, there are problems with the Xbox network. Try checking the Xbox status page to see if there are any outages or if there is any issue.
• Game Restart: Restarting both your game and your friend’s game can often fix this issue. It’s often a helpful trick.
• Crossplay Settings: If you are playing on different platforms, make sure your crossplay settings are on. You can find this option in the game settings.

Invite Link Not Working

• Link Expired: If you created a game invite link too long ago, it might be expired. Generate a fresh link.
• One-Time Use: Make sure your friend has not already used that link. One link can be used once and can be used by a single person.
• Correct Link: Double check your friend has copied the entire link. Sometimes if it is very long it might not paste in one go.

Friend Gets Error Message

• Game Version: Ensure you and your friend have the same version of Sea of Thieves. The game will prompt if an update is available.
• Firewall/Antivirus: Sometimes firewalls or antivirus programs can block the game. Try temporarily disabling them (if you know how and feel safe doing so) to see if that helps.

Tips for a Smooth Crew Joining Experience

Here are a few tips to make it easier when you’re inviting players to your game:

• Coordinate in Advance: Let your friend know you are inviting them, before you send the invitation. This way they will be ready.
• Use Voice Chat: Sea of Thieves works even better when you can talk to your crew. Use the in-game voice chat or a third party program like Discord.
• Start in a Safe Spot: It’s always best to wait with invites when you are in an outpost. This will allow players to join when you’re safe from danger.

Inviting friends in Sea of Thieves is a pretty easy process, but like any game, sometimes things can get a little tricky. Following the steps and tips will get your crew together, so you can sail the seas and make memories together!