How to Add Friends in Heartopia

Quick Answer

Open the Social Menu (Friends icon or F key), find your Friend Code at the top, share it with friends. To add someone, click "Add Friend" and enter their code. Once accepted, you can visit each other's towns!

Step-by-Step: Adding Friends

  1. 1
    Open the Social Menu
    Click the Friends icon in your main menu (looks like two people), or press F on keyboard (PC). On mobile, tap the friends button in the bottom menu bar.
  2. 2
    Find Your Friend Code
    Your unique Friend Code is displayed at the top of the Friends menu. It looks like: HT-XXXX-XXXX. Tap the copy button to easily share it!
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    Click "Add Friend"
    Look for the "+ Add Friend" button. Click/tap it to open the friend request dialog.
  4. 4
    Enter Their Friend Code
    Type or paste your friend's code (format: HT-XXXX-XXXX) and click Send Request. They'll receive a notification!
  5. 5
    Wait for Acceptance
    Your friend needs to go to their Pending Requests tab and accept. Once accepted, you're officially friends!
  6. 6
    Visit or Invite!
    Select your friend from the list and choose "Visit Town" to go to their world, or "Invite" to bring them to yours!

Where to Find Your Friend Code

Your unique Friend Code is essential for connecting with others. Here's exactly where to find it:

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PC / Steam

Press F key or click Friends icon

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Mobile

Tap friends button in bottom bar

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PlayStation

Access via quick menu

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Switch

Press + for menu, select Friends

Cross-Platform Friends

Great news - Heartopia supports full cross-platform play! You can add friends regardless of what device they're using.

Cross-Play Confirmed

PC, Mobile (iOS/Android), PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch players can ALL play together! Your Friend Code works across all platforms.

How Cross-Platform Works

  • Universal Friend Codes: The same HT-XXXX-XXXX code works everywhere
  • Seamless Visiting: Visit a PC friend's town from your phone
  • Shared Progress: Your save syncs if you play on multiple devices
  • Real-time Co-op: No lag difference between platforms

What You Can Do With Friends

Once you've added friends, there's so much to do together!

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Visit Their Town

Explore their home, see their decorations, and get inspiration for your own build!

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Help with Farming

Water crops, harvest plants, and assist with daily farm tasks together.

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Fish Together

Go on fishing trips, compete for catches, and share rare fish spots!

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Trade & Gift

Send gifts through the mail or trade items directly when visiting.

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Attend Events

Join seasonal festivals and special events as a group!

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Photo Mode

Take group photos with friends using the in-game camera!

Visiting Friends' Towns

Visiting is one of the best multiplayer features! Here's how it works:

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    Open Friends List
    Go to your Friends menu and find the friend you want to visit. They must be online for direct visits.
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    Click "Visit Town"
    Select "Visit Town" button next to their name. You'll see a loading screen.
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    Explore & Help!
    You'll spawn at their town entrance. Walk around, help with tasks, or just hang out!
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    Return Home
    Open the menu and select "Go Home" to return to your own town anytime.

Visiting Limits

Up to 12 players can be in one town at the same time. If a town is full, you'll need to wait for someone to leave.

Friend List Features

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    Online Status

    See which friends are currently playing with green dots next to their names.

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    Mailbox Gifts

    Send items to friends even when they're offline. They'll receive them in their mailbox!

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    Best Friends

    Mark someone as Best Friend to pin them at the top of your list and get notifications when they log in.

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    Block / Remove

    You can remove friends or block players if needed through the friend options menu.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many friends can I have in Heartopia?

You can have up to 100 friends on your friend list. There's no limit to pending requests you can send.

Can friends steal my items?

No! Visitors cannot take items from your storage, chests, or inventory. They can only interact with designated shared activities.

Do I need Nintendo Switch Online to play with friends?

Yes, Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online multiplayer on Switch. PC and mobile have free online play.

Can I visit friends who are offline?

You can only visit towns when the friend is online. However, you can always send them mail gifts even when offline!

Why can't I find my friend's code?

Make sure you're entering the code exactly as shown (HT-XXXX-XXXX format, case doesn't matter). Check for typos! If still not working, try restarting the game.

Is there local co-op / split screen?

Currently, Heartopia is online multiplayer only. Local split-screen is not available, but you can play together online from the same house!

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