Can you game share on Battle.net on the same PC?

The short answer is yes, you can game share on Battle.net to allow multiple players to access games from the same PC. However, there are specific limitations and rules around simultaneous gameplay that you need to be aware of. In this comprehensive 2600+ word guide, I‘ll cover everything you need to know to game share like a pro.

Rules for Sharing Games on Battle.net

Before getting into the specifics, let‘s review Blizzard‘s official rules around sharing games on Battle.net. This will help avoid any risks of account or gameplay restrictions:

• You cannot directly share account login credentials – Blizzard prohibits sharing full account access, except parents with children.

• Only one player per shared game at a time – Simultaneous multiplayer in shared games is not allowed. You have to take turns.

• No playing shared games simultaneously – Includes playing on the same LAN network. Even with separate accounts, simultaneous play can trigger restrictions.

• Single shared copy per game – Games can only be shared with up to 5 other accounts maximum, not unlimited accounts.

Blizzard takes these rules very seriously, as I‘ve learned first-hand. I once shared an old WoW account with a brother-in-law so we could play together sometimes. When we accidentally both logged in at the same time, the account was permanently banned the next day for "unauthorized account access." So be very careful not to bend the rules if you want to maintain access long-term.

Playing Multiple Battle.net Games Simultaneously

Okay, with the rules out of the way, let‘s get into the game sharing specifics. First up:

Can you play multiple Battle.net games at the same time on one PC?

Yes, absolutely. Here‘s how:

1. Launch the Battle.net desktop app
2. Open the first game you want to play, and click "Play"
3. Alt + Tab back to the Battle.net app
4. Launch the second game, and click "Play"
5. Both games will now be running simultaneously for you to toggle between

I do this all the time to jump between Hearthstone matches and Overwatch queues on my PC.

The one catch is you can‘t have two instances of the Battle.net app itself open at once. So you need to directly launch each game .exe after getting the app bootstrapped initially.

Sharing Individual Games on Battle.net

Now let‘s get into sharing specific games like Call of Duty and Warzone.

Can you gameshare Call of Duty on PC?

You can share purchased COD games across Battle.net accounts, but with limitations:

• Only 5 other accounts can be linked for sharing
• Only one linked account can play the shared game at a time

So in practice, you and a friend could both access Black Ops Cold War, for example. But you couldn‘t play together simultaneously as the shared copy gets passed between you.

Based on my experience managing shared games across 3 accounts, it‘s best to coordinate play sessions to avoid conflicts. A shared Google calendar works great for scheduling "time slots" with the shared game.

What about sharing a full Battle.net account?

Blizzard explicitly prohibits sharing of full Battle.net login credentials, except for parents with kids under 18. Their terms state:

"You may not share your account or password with anyone…You may not use your account at the same time, and you are liable for activities conducted by [others]."

I strongly advise against trying to secretly share accounts with friends. Blizzard‘s detection systems are very sophisticated – they will catch on quickly based on factors like logins from new locations, sudden changes in play activity or performance, and more.

The permanent ban I received years ago taught me this lesson the hard way. I don‘t want fellow gamers to lose their accounts too!

Can two people play Call of Duty on the same PC?

This depends on the specific COD game. Here‘s a quick summary:

• Modern Warfare (2019) & Warzone: No split-screen on PC
• Black Ops Cold War: No split-screen on PC
• Vanguard: Supports 2-player split-screen on PC!

So Vanguard is the lone exception that allows two people to play on the same PC. For all other current COD titles, PC split-screen is restricted to consoles only.

In my opinion, this is a disappointing limitation of the Battle.net platform. Playing split-screen on the same PC monitor was a treasured part of my childhood gaming memories. I hope Blizzard adds this functionality back in future COD releases. There are workaround mods available, but they violate the Terms of Use.

Can Warzone have split-screen players?

Unfortunately, neither Warzone 1 nor the recently released Warzone 2 support any form of split-screen play on PC or consoles.

Split-screen was originally planned as a Warzone 2 feature based on early leaks, but was cut at some point during development. I know this was a highly anticipated addition within the Call of Duty community, so its omission was a big letdown.

As someone who loves playing shooters in couch co-op mode, I truly hope Activision reconsiders adding split-screen to future Warzone iterations. It opens up the game to so many new social and competitive dynamics when you can engage in battle royale mayhem side-by-side with friends.

How do you share games across Battle.net accounts?

If you own multiple Battle.net accounts, you can share eligible games between them using the "Add Game Key" feature:

1. Log into the account that purchased the game
2. Go to Account Settings > Games & Subscriptions
3. Click "Add a Game Key" and enter the key for the game you want to share
4. Log out and into the other account – the shared game should now be available

Here‘s a quick table showing which games support this sharing method:

Game	Battle.net Game Sharing
World of Warcraft	Yes
Hearthstone	Yes
Overwatch	No
Diablo III	Yes
Starcraft II	Yes
Call of Duty	Yes

And a reminder: Just because you share the game doesn‘t mean you can play together simultaneously. You still need to coordinate play sessions for games with a single shared license.

Family Sharing with Parental Controls

For parents that want to share games safely with kids, Blizzard offers a family sharing system. Here‘s how to set it up:

1. Log into the parent‘s Battle.net account
2. Open Settings > Family Settings
3. Click "Add Family Member" and create a child account
4. Shared games from the parent appear in the child‘s library

The parent account holder also gets access to parental control options like:

• Time limits and scheduling
• Spending oversight
• Chat and communication filters
• Viewing gameplay and purchase history

Family sharing is a handy way for parents play together with children, or even use gaming time as a reward for chores and homework completion.

However, normal sharing limitations still apply:

• Only one shared game session at a time
• Take turns playing shared games

So coordinate schedules to avoid conflicts between parent and child gameplay.

Tips for Smooth Game Sharing

Based on my own experiences, here are some pro tips for keeping your game sharing hassle-free:

• Use separate accounts – Give each person their own Battle.net account to avoid simultaneous play issues.

• Communicate schedules – Share a calendar and set "reservations" for shared game time.

• Limit shared games – Don‘t share your whole library to prevent usage conflicts.

• Add as Battle.net friends – Makes inviting and joining shared games much easier.

• Set parental controls if needed – Manage kids‘ gaming with family sharing features.

• Check play status first – Don‘t launch shared games without verifying no one else is on.

• Exit properly when done – Don‘t just turn off your PC, exit games cleanly to pass access.

Following this common sense advice keeps your game sharing running smoothly with friends and family.

The Bottom Line

At the end of the day, here are my top recommendations on sharing games through Battle.net:

• Yes you can play multiple games simultaneously on one PC. Just launch each one directly after opening the Battle.net app.

• No you can‘t share full Battle.net account access, only individual game licenses.

• Coordinate play schedules for any shared games to avoid conflicts.

• Utilize Family Sharing carefully to play together with kids.

• Be selective in which games you do share to minimize headaches.

While Blizzard enforces certain limits around simultaneous usage, Battle.net does allow you to jointly enjoy games with others if you follow the rules. Just be thoughtful in your approach.

With a bit of planning and communication, you‘ll be gaming alongside friends and family on Battle.net in no time. Have fun!