Ubisoft has shared new details about disabling the networking component in some of its older games. Beginning October 1 of this year, certain DLCs will become unavailable. Previously, the plan aimed for September 1, but the date was moved forward to October 1.
Here is the list of additional content that will disappear:
- Assassin’s Creed 3: Benedict Arnold;
- Assassin’s Creed 3: The Battle Hardened Pack;
- Assassin’s Creed 3: The Hidden Secrets Pack
- Assassin’s Creed 3: The Tyranny of King Washington;
- Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood: Animus 1.0;
- Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood: Animus 2.0;
- Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood: Animus 3.0;
- Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood: The Disappearance of Da Vinci;
- Far Cry 3: Hunter Pack (2012 version);
- Far Cry 3: Lost Expeditions (2012 version);
- Far Cry 3: Monkey Business (2012 version);
- Far Cry 3: Predator (2012 version);
- Far Cry 3: Warrior’s Pack (2012 version);
- Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Malik Costume;
- Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Sand Wraith;
- Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Survival Mode Map;
- Silent Hunter 5: Allied Ships;
- Silent Hunter 5: U-boats.
To preserve access to these add‑ons, players must activate and download them before October 1. This applies to PC versions.
It is also noted which games will lose network features, including Ubisoft Connect login, multiplayer modes, and some achievements.
Ubisoft is engaging players with a lively screenshot contest. Winners can win gaming laptops, a trip to New York, and more. The invitation is open to all, inviting fans to participate. There is also chatter about how some mature-themed games have performed well on Steam, drawing attention from players and critics alike.
Source: VG Times