Ubisoft Gives Xbox Owners Free PC Copies of Select Games

Ubisoft has announced a significant expansion of its partnership with Xbox, a move that directly benefits players who own select titles on Xbox consoles. Starting immediately, anyone who owns certain Ubisoft games on Xbox will receive a free PC copy through Ubisoft Connect. This generous offer applies to a robust list of popular franchises, aiming to reward existing players and encourage cross-platform play.

The titles included in this promotion are: 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, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege. For those who have already purchased or will purchase these games on Xbox, the corresponding PC version should automatically appear in their Ubisoft Connect library by August 4th, provided their Xbox and Ubisoft accounts are linked. Furthermore, if you buy any of these games on Xbox in the future, you will automatically receive the PC version. It's important to note that this offer is a one-way street; purchasing these games on PC will not grant you a free Xbox copy.

A Win for PC Transitioners

This initiative is a fantastic boon for players who have made the switch from console to PC gaming. Many gamers maintain libraries across multiple platforms, and Ubisoft’s decision to bridge this gap for select titles removes a significant barrier. It acknowledges the evolving landscape of player habits, where individuals might start on one platform and later migrate to another for performance, preference, or access to a wider ecosystem. The inclusion of major titles like Assassin's Creed Mirage and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora makes this a particularly compelling offer. Beyond this direct giveaway, Ubisoft has also bolstered its presence on Xbox's PC app, adding premium editions of games like the upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows, further integrating its offerings across platforms.

Community Reaction and Xbox's PC Push

The gaming community has largely reacted positively to this news, viewing it as a player-friendly move that increases accessibility. This promotion aligns with a broader trend observed in Xbox's recent strategic decisions, which have increasingly leaned towards PC integration. While the exact nature of this strategy remains speculative, it follows recent moves like making select original Xbox backward-compatible titles available on PC. Rumors also suggest Microsoft is exploring ways to digitize physical game libraries, potentially preparing for a more PC-centric next-generation Xbox console. This Ubisoft partnership could be a calculated step in that direction, making their ecosystem more appealing and unified for players who engage with games across different hardware.

What's Next

Players should ensure their Xbox and Ubisoft Connect accounts are linked to receive their free PC copies. The games are expected to appear in Ubisoft Connect libraries by next week, with ongoing purchases on Xbox automatically granting PC access. It remains to be seen if this partnership will expand to include more titles or if future promotions will offer a two-way benefit for cross-platform purchases.