What is the difference between Uplay and Ubisoft Connect?

We wanted to unify the experience of all our players and across all common gaming platforms. Therefore, Uplay is now Ubisoft Connect PC and part of the cross-platform Ubisoft Connect. All accustomed features and more can be accessed through it, including a brand new in-game overlay for selected games.

Is Ubisoft Connect still a thing?

Ubisoft Connect is a free service available on all devices. You can access it on your PC, through a mobile app, or on console directly from your games. All you need to login is a Ubisoft Account.

When did Uplay become Ubisoft Connect?

Everything you've used Uplay and Ubisoft Club for in the past will be refreshed, expanded, and merged into Ubisoft Connect starting October 29, which coincides with the launch of Watch Dogs: Legion.

What is the point of Ubisoft Connect?

The Ubisoft Connect apps allow users to access their stats and play games on PC, Apple, or Android devices. An app is not required to have a profile, so console gamers that don't intend on playing their games on PC or mobile devices don't need to install the app to benefit from their Ubisoft Account.

Do I need Uplay to play Ubisoft games?

Can I play Ubisoft games without Uplay? If the game is legit then you can't play without Uplay and Ubisoft games definitely require a launcher for it to run, just like some games require Steam or Origin.

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Does Uplay replace Ubisoft?

Ubisoft Connect announced as a 'refreshed' replacement for Uplay and Ubisoft Club. Following in the footsteps of EA's rebranding of Origin, Assassin's Creed developer Ubisoft has announced that Uplay and Ubisoft Club are being dissolved into an entirely new tool: Ubisoft Connect.

How can I play without Ubisoft Connect?

In the Log in window, choose Settings. Tick the Start Ubisoft Connect in Offline Mode option.

How to install Uplay?

Download the latest version of Ubisoft Connect PC. Run the installer file you downloaded with administrator rights. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. You can also install the launcher from the Microsoft Store application by searching for "Ubisoft Connect PC" and selecting Install.

Is Ubisoft Connect worth it?

There are even a few titles in here that I missed out on entirely. For me, that makes Ubisoft+ worth it, even if it's just for a time. Being able to play Skull and Bones before the end of this year, for just $14.99 sounds like a downright steal when stacked on top.

How do I activate Ubisoft Connect?

Open Ubisoft Connect PC. If you do not currently have a Ubisoft account, you will need to create one. Select the three lines icon in the top left corner of the application. Choose Activate a key.

How do I activate Uplay on Ubisoft?

Select the lines icon in the top left of the window. Choose Activate a key. Enter your key in the Activation Code field. Select Activate.

Why is Ubisoft controversial?

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has sparked controversy by saying that "you need a little friction" to make videogames, a remark that's caused backlash because of the company's well-known problems with toxicity and abusiveness in the workplace.

Why wont Ubisoft Connect let me log in?

Make sure that Ubisoft Connect PC is not set to offline mode Using Ubisoft Connect PC in Offline mode may prevent you from being able to log in. Check whether Ubisoft Connect PC is running into connectivity issues Connectivity issues affecting your device can make you unable to log into the Desktop Application.

Why won't Ubisoft Connect work?

Update Ubisoft Connect PC to the latest version An outdated version of the desktop app may cause login issues. Reinstalling Ubisoft Connect PC before logging in again may help resolve the issue.

Why is Ubisoft removing games?

Ubisoft is shutting down access to multiplayer and DLC for some of its older games, and that shows the need for preservation in the industry.

How do I create a Uplay account?

Visit the Account Management website. Select Create an Account. Fill in your email address, password, username and date of birth. Please note that you will not be able to use a temporary email address to create an account.

How much does Ubisoft cost a month?

There are two monthly membership tiers for Ubisoft+ on PC. A PC access plan costs £12.99 / $14.99 / €14.99 per month and includes the entire library of games, new titles as they are released, DLC and in-game items to play on a PC system only.

How much does a Ubisoft account cost?

Access Your Ubisoft Benefits Anytime, Anywhere.

For $14.99/month, the Ubisoft subscription service offers players access to a massive back catalog of games along with premium editions of new releases, including Ghost Recon Breakpoint Ultimate Edition* on October 1 – that's three days early access.

What comes with a Ubisoft subscription?

Subscribing to Ubisoft+ will give you access to Ubisoft's growing catalog of 100+ games, including new releases. Ubisoft+ includes additional content such as expansions and season passes. Ubisoft+ also includes indie games that are available for a limited time.

Is Uplay an app?

It is the unification and improvement of Ubisoft Club, our loyalty program, and Uplay, our Desktop App, across all platforms.

What's free on Uplay?

Is Uplay needed?

All of Ubisoft games require the Uplay launcher and it is not possible to launch our titles without it.

Can I play Assassins Creed without Ubisoft account?

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As mentioned above, you still require Ubisoft Connect to play, but you can also set that to Offline mode in the Settings for that client.

Do I need Uplay to play Assassin's Creed?

You need an Uplay account to launch all Assassin's Creed games, except for the first one. It doesn't matter if you bought it from Steam or even retail- the game will go through Uplay because Ubisoft requires you to have Uplay installed to run it.

How do I connect my game to Ubisoft Connect?

Open Ubisoft Connect PC. Go to the Ubisoft+ tab. Find the game you want to activate and select the arrow icon in the bottom-right corner of the game's tile. The game will now be activated and added to your library.