Microsoft has expanded its Play Anywhere program to include Ubisoft titles for the first time, enabling players to buy a game once and play it across both Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, according to an official announcement published on Xbox Wire. The integration brings premium editions and add-on content to the Xbox PC app for numerous Ubisoft releases, backed by a cross-platform access offer through Ubisoft Connect.
Ubisoft Play Anywhere Integration Details
Under the updated system, players who already own a digital Xbox version of a supported Ubisoft title can access the PC counterpart through Ubisoft Connect at no additional cost, according to Microsoft. Moving forward, any digital purchase of a supported game automatically grants both console and PC licenses to the buyer.
The lineup of participating titles spans major franchises and recent releases across the publisher’s catalog. According to the Xbox Wire post, the initial wave of Ubisoft Play Anywhere games includes:
- Assassin’s Creed Mirage
- Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
- Far Cry 6
- Immortals Fenyx Rising
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Riders Republic
- Skull and Bones
- The Crew 2
- The Crew Motorfest
- Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction
- Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege
- Watch Dogs Legion
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How to Access Ubisoft Games on PC Through Xbox Ownership
Players looking to claim their PC versions must link their accounts. According to Microsoft’s documentation, users who purchased eligible digital games on Xbox can utilize Ubisoft Connect to unlock the corresponding PC files without repurchasing the software.
The synchronization applies to the digital ecosystem managed by the Xbox PC app. Existing owners should check their Ubisoft Connect library after connecting their respective profiles to verify that the upgraded editions and associated add-on contents reflect correctly.
Ensure your Xbox profile and Ubisoft account are properly linked before launching the Ubisoft Connect desktop client to streamline the license verification process for cross-platform titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to repurchase my existing Ubisoft games for PC?
No. If you already own a digital Xbox version of a supported title, you can access the PC version through Ubisoft Connect at no extra charge, according to Microsoft.
Does this apply to physical game discs?
The Play Anywhere initiative and the accompanying Ubisoft Connect offer apply strictly to digital purchases, as confirmed in the Xbox Wire announcement.
Will my save files transfer between Xbox and PC?
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