{"id":31276,"date":"2025-02-18T04:50:37","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T04:50:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=31276"},"modified":"2025-02-18T04:50:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T04:50:37","slug":"will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Ubisoft games be on Steam?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Will_Ubisoft_Games_Be_on_Steam_A_Comprehensive_Guide\" title=\"Will Ubisoft Games Be on Steam? A Comprehensive Guide\">Will Ubisoft Games Be on Steam? A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Ubisofts_Journey_Back_to_Steam\" title=\"Ubisoft&#8217;s Journey Back to Steam\">Ubisoft&#8217;s Journey Back to Steam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#The_Initial_Departure\" title=\"The Initial Departure\">The Initial Departure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#The_Return\" title=\"The Return\">The Return<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Key_Games_on_Steam\" title=\"Key Games on Steam\">Key Games on Steam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Technicalities_and_Ownership\" title=\"Technicalities and Ownership\">Technicalities and Ownership<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#How_It_Works\" title=\"How It Works\">How It Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Ubisoft_Connect\" title=\"Ubisoft Connect\">Ubisoft Connect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Cross-Progression\" title=\"Cross-Progression\">Cross-Progression<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Games_Removed_from_Steam\" title=\"Games Removed from Steam\">Games Removed from Steam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#The_Future_of_Ubisoft_on_Steam\" title=\"The Future of Ubisoft on Steam\">The Future of Ubisoft on Steam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-ubisoft-games-be-on-steam\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Ubisoft_Games_Be_on_Steam_A_Comprehensive_Guide\"><\/span>Will Ubisoft Games Be on Steam? A Comprehensive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Ubisoft games are returning to Steam<\/strong>. After a period of focusing on the Epic Games Store and its own Ubisoft Connect platform, Ubisoft has confirmed that it will once again be releasing some of its titles on Valve\u2019s PC marketplace. This move marks a significant shift in Ubisoft&#8217;s distribution strategy and brings their games to a wider audience on Steam. While not every Ubisoft title is available on Steam, and some older games have been removed, the trend is clearly towards a broader presence on the platform.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ubisofts_Journey_Back_to_Steam\"><\/span>Ubisoft&#8217;s Journey Back to Steam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Initial_Departure\"><\/span>The Initial Departure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For several years, beginning in early 2019, Ubisoft strategically moved its new PC game releases away from Steam. The primary focus shifted to the <strong>Epic Games Store<\/strong> and Ubisoft&#8217;s own <strong>Ubisoft Connect platform<\/strong>. This decision, as stated by a Ubisoft spokesperson, was a <strong>business decision<\/strong> aimed at supporting Epic&#8217;s third-party distribution model and to benefit both large and indie publishers. This move left many Steam users without access to Ubisoft&#8217;s latest titles upon their initial launch.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Return\"><\/span>The Return<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Fast forward to recent times, and Ubisoft has changed its course. They have confirmed that some of their recent PC releases will be making their way to Steam. This re-integration includes some of Ubisoft\u2019s bigger recent releases, like <strong>Assassin\u2019s Creed Valhalla<\/strong>, which debuted on Steam in December of 2022, coinciding with its final content update, and <strong>Far Cry 6<\/strong>, which was released on Steam in May 2023.<\/p>\n<p>This return is a welcome change for many Steam users and signals a more flexible approach by Ubisoft regarding distribution. It suggests a recognition of the broad reach and user base that Steam offers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Games_on_Steam\"><\/span>Key Games on Steam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several significant Ubisoft titles have been released or are coming to Steam, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla:<\/strong>  The popular action RPG joined Steam in December 2022.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Far Cry 6:<\/strong> The open-world shooter is available on Steam since May 2023.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Riders Republic:<\/strong> The multiplayer extreme sports game is available on Steam.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rainbow Six Extraction:<\/strong> The cooperative tactical shooter is available on Steam.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monopoly Madness:<\/strong> The digital board game is available on Steam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These titles represent a substantial portion of Ubisoft\u2019s recent catalogue, and suggest a continuing trend of releases on Steam.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technicalities_and_Ownership\"><\/span>Technicalities and Ownership<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works\"><\/span>How It Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When launching a Ubisoft game purchased on Steam, the process is generally seamless. Typically, Steam will launch alongside the game, provided you are logged into the correct account. If the Steam account you are logged into does not match the account that purchased the game, you will be redirected to the game&#8217;s store page on Steam, indicating you need to launch the game under the purchasing Steam account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ubisoft_Connect\"><\/span>Ubisoft Connect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s also important to note that <strong>Ubisoft Connect and a Ubisoft Account are required to play Ubisoft games on Steam<\/strong>, and that saves are synched across platforms through this service. This connection ensures that your progress is saved and available no matter where you play and is also essential for proper verification of ownership. Additionally, <strong>DLC purchased on Steam will not be compatible with base games owned through Ubisoft Connect, and vice-versa.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cross-Progression\"><\/span>Cross-Progression<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ubisoft has enabled <strong>cross-progression for many of their titles<\/strong>. For example, Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla supports cross-progression between all platforms. This means your save game is automatically uploaded to the cloud when you save, allowing you to pick up where you left off on different platforms. However, it\u2019s important to check that this feature is supported for any specific title.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Games_Removed_from_Steam\"><\/span>Games Removed from Steam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While many Ubisoft titles are returning to Steam, it&#8217;s also worth noting that some games have been <strong>removed from the platform<\/strong>, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Anno 2070<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Liberation HD<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Silent Hunter 5: Battle of the Atlantic<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Space Junkies<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed 4: Black Flag<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These removals often relate to technical issues, expired licenses, or a shift in distribution strategies. For example, <strong>Anno 1800 was pulled from Steam at the publisher&#8217;s request<\/strong> due to an exclusivity deal with Epic.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Future_of_Ubisoft_on_Steam\"><\/span>The Future of Ubisoft on Steam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ubisoft&#8217;s return to Steam signals a positive shift for PC gamers. While some games may have been lost from the platform, the trend appears to be a broader integration with Steam. This means that fans will have more options when purchasing Ubisoft games, and that more titles are likely to make their way to Steam in the future. Whether all new releases will appear on Steam is yet to be seen, but, in the meantime, the presence of key titles like Assassin\u2019s Creed Valhalla and Far Cry 6 makes a huge difference for users of the platform.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further clarify the situation regarding Ubisoft games on Steam:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Why did Ubisoft initially remove their games from Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\nUbisoft\u2019s spokesperson stated that it was a <strong>business decision to focus on the Epic Games Store and their own Ubisoft Store<\/strong>. This move was seen as beneficial for both large and indie publishers in the long term.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Can I move a Ubisoft game I own on Steam to Ubisoft Connect?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, <strong>transferring games from Steam to Ubisoft Connect and vice versa is impossible.<\/strong> However, a game purchased on Steam will be automatically activated on Ubisoft Connect.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>If I buy a Ubisoft game on Steam, do I still need a Ubisoft account?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, <strong>a Ubisoft account and Ubisoft Connect are required to play Ubisoft games purchased on Steam.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Why was Anno 1800 removed from Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Anno 1800 was removed at the publisher&#8217;s request<\/strong> due to an exclusivity deal with the Epic Games Store.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Is Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla free on Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, <strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla is not free on Steam<\/strong>. However, there are sometimes offers and subscription services where it might be available as a temporary download. The <strong>game Legends of Valhalla is F2P<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Can I buy DLC for a Ubisoft game on Steam if I own the base game on Ubisoft Connect?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, <strong>DLC purchased on Steam will not work with base games owned through Ubisoft Connect, and vice versa,<\/strong> due to client incompatibilities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Why was Assassin\u2019s Creed 4: Black Flag removed from Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\nUbisoft confirmed that <strong>Assassin\u2019s Creed 4: Black Flag was removed from purchase on Steam due to a &#8220;technical issue.&#8221;<\/strong> It was not removed due to plans to remaster the game.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Do I need to link my Steam account to Ubisoft?<\/strong><br \/>\n <strong>A Steam purchased Ubisoft game is automatically linked to Ubisoft connect<\/strong>, and will require that the user be logged into Steam to play.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Can I play Assassin&#8217;s Creed Mirage on Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Mirage is not officially available on Steam<\/strong>. However, you can play it via Epic Games Store or Ubisoft Connect, and those versions are playable on Steam Deck, albeit at lower resolution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Will all Ubisoft games eventually come back to Steam?<\/strong><br \/>\n While there are no guarantees, the trend is moving towards a more significant presence of Ubisoft games on Steam. It is not certain if <strong>all<\/strong> Ubisoft titles will return.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>What happens if I play a Steam Ubisoft game while logged into the wrong Steam account?<\/strong><br \/>\n If your Steam account is not the same one you purchased the game on, you will be redirected to the game&#8217;s store page on Steam.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Why is Ubisoft shutting down some older game servers?<\/strong><br \/>\n  Ubisoft, like many publishers, <strong>shuts down servers for older games<\/strong> as their player counts decrease, making it economically unsustainable to keep them running.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Can I pirate DLC for a Steam game that I own?<\/strong><br \/>\n  No, <strong>pirated DLC will not work on Steam<\/strong>. Steam will detect cracked DLC and prevent you from playing the game.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Is Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla still available on PS Plus?<\/strong><br \/>\n  No, <strong>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Valhalla was removed from the PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium libraries on December 20th.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Are Ubisoft games permanent if I have them through a subscription service?<\/strong><br \/>\n  No, <strong>games accessed through Ubisoft+ become unavailable when your subscription ends<\/strong>. You must purchase the games to have permanent access.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Will Ubisoft Games Be on Steam? A Comprehensive Guide Yes, Ubisoft games are returning to Steam. After a period of focusing on the Epic Games Store and its own Ubisoft Connect platform, Ubisoft has confirmed that it will once again be releasing some of its titles on Valve\u2019s PC marketplace. 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