Quick answer: A short Join Code is generated each time the host starts a session. The host can see it before starting or under Session Details after the game begins.
- Join methods
- Platform friends list, Per-session Join Code
- Latest verified version
- 1.4.10
Code and password are different
Version 1.4.9 made a session password required when starting a game. Anyone with the code may attempt to join, so share both values only with the intended group and do not expose them on stream.
Mac App Store note
The Mac App Store build does not support Game Center friends-list discovery, so official guidance says those players need a Join Code.
Keep walking
Use the official Big Walk connection checklist for host readiness, version compatibility, Join Codes, internet, system clock, and full restarts.
Does Big Walk Support Crossplay?Big Walk supports crossplay between its currently released systems; verify the official platform list and compatible version-number rule here.