Ubisoft’s relationship with Xbox and PC Game Pass has long been a topic of discussion among gamers, particularly regarding the quality of their PC versions. Recently, a tweet expressing frustration over the lack of Xbox achievements, Play Anywhere support, and cloud saves for Ubisoft+ Classics caught the attention of many. The sentiment echoed a common grievance: “Do not buy these,” was the advice shared by a frustrated user.
Collaboration Announcement
In a recent development, Microsoft and Ubisoft have announced an extended collaboration that aims to address some of these concerns. For players utilizing the Xbox Series X|S, a notable change is on the horizon. Owners of select Ubisoft titles will now gain complimentary access to their PC counterparts. However, this initiative does not extend to users who purchased Ubisoft games through the Xbox PC store, which may leave some feeling overlooked.
- 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
In a bid to enhance their offerings, Ubisoft recently added over 80 games to the Xbox PC store, many of which are part of the Ubisoft+ Classics lineup included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. However, the experience is marred by the limitations of the Ubisoft Connect PC app, which has faced criticism for its reliability and functionality. Users have reported persistent errors, leaving them yearning for a more robust delivery mechanism from Microsoft that could better serve game publishers.
On a brighter note, the games are reportedly well-optimized for handheld devices such as the Xbox Ally X. Some titles even feature progression syncing between PC and Xbox Series X|S consoles via Ubisoft Connect, although this functionality often falls short compared to Xbox’s native Play Anywhere feature.
While the recent collaboration is a step in the right direction, many gamers remain frustrated by Ubisoft’s reluctance to integrate fundamental Xbox features into their PC games. For those seeking a more seamless Xbox experience, streaming options like Xbox Cloud Gaming or Xbox Remote Play may prove to be more reliable alternatives.
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