Don't Starve Together Platforms — Switch, PS5, PC, Xbox and Mobile (Newhome)
Every Don't Starve Together platform: Steam PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series, Nintendo Switch, and Mac/Linux. Plus the Newhome mobile spin-off, crossplay limits, and where to buy.
DST Platforms — Where to Play Don't Starve Together (PC, PS, Xbox, Switch)
Don't Starve Together is available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch — with macOS/Linux versions on Steam and a separate mobile spin-off (Don't Starve: Newhome) that is not the same game. If you're searching "dst platforms," what you need is the full list, the mobile question, the Game Pass status, and the one platform rule that matters most: the game has no crossplay, so pick the platform your friends play on. Here's everything.
The Full Platform List
| Platform | Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | Full game | Best experience: mods, dedicated servers, Steam Deck verified |
| PC (macOS/Linux) | Full game via Steam | Same Steam build, runs on Mac/Linux |
| PlayStation 4 | Full game | Supports PS4/PS5 cross-generation play (PSN) |
| PlayStation 5 | Full game | Backwards compatible + native |
| Xbox One | Full game | Xbox Live ecosystem |
| Xbox Series X/S | Full game | Cross-generation with Xbox One (Xbox ecosystem only) |
| Nintendo Switch | Full game | Local co-op up to 2 players; online via Nintendo Online |
| Mobile (Newhome) | Different game | Level Infinite spin-off — not DST, no crossplay with DST |
The Mobile Question: Is DST on Phones?
No official DST mobile version exists. What people find when they search "DST mobile" is Don't Starve: Newhome — a separate mobile game:
- Publisher: Level Infinite (Tencent), under license from Klei
- What it is: a mobile adaptation of the Don't Starve IP with its own world, its own monetization (gacha-style cosmetics), and its own servers
- What it is NOT: not DST, no crossplay with DST, no shared progress, no mod support
- Platforms: iOS and Android
If your goal is playing DST itself — Newhome is a different product. Any "Don't Starve Together APK" for phones is unofficial.
Is DST on Xbox Game Pass?
DST is not currently on Xbox Game Pass (it was featured on Game Pass in past years — the base game has rotated in and out of the catalog). The reliable way to play on Xbox is buying the game on the Microsoft Store, where it regularly goes on sale (the "DST + Reign of Giants" bundle is the common discount item).
DST's standard price is around $15 (with the Reign of Giants DLC bundled). Sales drop it to $5–8 regularly across Steam and console stores. The Switch eShop version is sometimes pricier; wishlist and wait for a sale.
Which Platform Should You Choose?
The #1 rule: buy the same platform as the friends you'll play with — DST has no crossplay (see our crossplay guide), so a mismatched purchase means you can't play together at all.
Beyond that:
- PC (Steam) wins on content: mods (the Workshop is enormous), dedicated servers, the largest player pool, and Steam Deck support
- Switch wins on portability: DST on the go is excellent; local co-op with one console is a big family draw
- PS5/Xbox win on couch co-op: split-screen with friends, cross-generation with your console family
- Mac/Linux players: the Steam build supports you, but console/mods are limited vs. Windows
What About Don't Starve (Single-Player)?
Important distinction for new buyers: Don't Starve (the 2013 single-player original) and Don't Starve Together are separate purchases on most platforms.
- Don't Starve: single-player, includes Reign of Giants DLC by default on most storefronts
- Don't Starve Together: the multiplayer game — but it can be played solo (and most of its content is solo-viable)
- The bundle: the "Don't Starve Mega Pack" (both + all DLC) is the value buy on Steam sales — it's frequently 75% off
If you plan to play alone, many veterans actually recommend DST over the single-player original — DST has more content (characters, bosses, updates) and you can host a private world. The original's only advantages: its tighter story mode and (for purists) its design. Our DST vs Don't Starve guide breaks down the choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms is Don't Starve Together on?
Steam PC (Windows/Mac/Linux), PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. No official mobile version of DST exists.
Is Don't Starve Together on mobile?
No — the mobile game is Don't Starve: Newhome, a separate spin-off published by Level Infinite. It is not DST and has no crossplay with it.
Is DST on Xbox Game Pass?
Not currently — DST has rotated through Game Pass in past years but isn't in the catalog right now. Buy it on the Microsoft Store (it goes on sale regularly).
What is Don't Starve Newhome?
A mobile-only Don't Starve adaptation by Level Infinite (iOS/Android) with its own servers and monetization. It's a different game from DST.
Can I play DST on Mac?
Yes — the Steam version supports macOS (and Linux), same game as Windows via Steam.
Related guides: DST Crossplay · DST vs Don't Starve · How to Play DST
Last updated: August 11, 2026.