Can you turn off Ubisoft Connect?
You can turn off Ubisoft Connect while in-game by disabling the overlay in the Ubisoft Connect PC settings menu, but completely uninstalling or disabling Ubisoft Connect is not recommended as it is required to play Ubisoft games, even those purchased on different storefronts like Steam or the Epic Games Store. To disable the overlay, open the side menu by selecting the three-lined icon, select Settings, and untick the box next to “Enable in-game overlay for supported games“.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ubisoft Connect and why is it required?
Ubisoft Connect is the ecosystem of player services for Ubisoft games across all platforms, providing key stats, leaderboards, and cloud synchronization, and is required to be run for any Ubisoft game, even if the game is purchased on a different storefront.
Do I have to use Ubisoft Connect?
Yes, Ubisoft Connect is required to play Ubisoft games, as it maintains digital rights management (DRM) and provides various services and features.
Can I close Ubisoft Connect while in-game?
Yes, you can disable the overlay at any time from the Ubisoft Connect PC settings menu, but closing Ubisoft Connect completely may cause issues with game functionality.
Does Ubisoft Connect have an offline mode?
Yes, Ubisoft Connect PC will launch in offline mode automatically if you have no internet connection, but some games, services, and functions may not be available.
How do I turn off Ubisoft offline mode?
To set Ubisoft Connect PC to online mode, open Ubisoft Connect PC, select Settings in the Log in pop-up, and make sure that the Start Ubisoft Connect in Offline Mode option is not ticked.
How do I turn off Ubisoft Connect sync?
Open the side menu, select Settings, and untick the box next to “Enable cloud synchronisation for supported games” to disable cloud synchronization.
Why won’t Ubisoft let me play online?
Ongoing maintenance or degradation of Ubisoft services may prevent you from logging in, and you can find information about planned and ongoing maintenances or degradations in the Live Feed Update section of the Ubisoft Help website.
Do you have to be online to play Ubisoft games?
Each game is different, and some require an active internet connection to play, which will be displayed in the “System requirements” section on the product page on the Ubisoft Store.
Can you play games without Ubisoft Connect?
Some Ubisoft games, like Ghost Recon Breakpoint, cannot be played offline, and Ubisoft Connect is required to play.
What happens if I delete Ubisoft Connect?
If you choose to close your Ubisoft account, all games, products, and data linked to your account will be deleted, and it will not be possible to restore the deleted games, products, or data.
What happens if you unlink your Ubisoft account?
You can unlink your accounts at any time, but you will only be able to re-link the same account you had originally connected to your Ubisoft account, and your platform username will remain visible in the Linked Accounts section.
What’s the point of Ubisoft Connect?
Ubisoft Connect aims to give the best environment for all players to enjoy their games and connect with each other, whatever the device.
Is Ubisoft Connect bloatware?
Ubisoft Connect was previously known as Uplay, which was rebranded in 2020, and some consider it bloatware due to its requirements and functionality.
Why does Ubisoft force Ubisoft Connect?
Ubisoft Connect is required for all Ubisoft games, as it maintains DRM and provides various services and features, and even physical copies of games require Ubisoft Connect to play.
Why do I need Ubisoft Connect to play games?
Ubisoft Connect provides key stats, leaderboards, and cloud synchronization, and is required to play Ubisoft games, even those purchased on different storefronts.
How do I uninstall Ubisoft Connect?
You can uninstall Ubisoft Connect by going to the installation folder, usually located in C:Programs files or C:Program files(x86), and running the uninstall.exe or uninst000.exe file.
Why is Ubisoft Connect unavailable?
The “Service is unavailable” and “A Ubisoft Server is unavailable” error messages may occur if you are trying to start an outdated version of Ubisoft Connect PC, and you can resolve this issue by closing and updating Ubisoft Connect PC.