Not long after announcing its backwards compatibility initiative for older games, Xbox revealed a new partnership with Ubisoft that brings two notable updates for both PC and console players. Under this agreement, Xbox on PC users will gain access to premium editions and selected add-on content for a range of Ubisoft titles, while many existing Xbox console owners will be able to claim PC versions of certain games at no extra cost. These changes are intended to make it easier for players to enjoy their Ubisoft libraries across devices and take advantage of cross-platform features where available.
The Xbox PC App content expansion covers several high-profile Ubisoft releases. Included are Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, Skull and Bones, and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. In addition to those specific games, the update extends to significant catalog entries from long-running franchises such as Far Cry, The Crew, and Watch Dogs. This rollout brings premium editions and selected DLC items to Xbox on PC users, although it’s important to note that in-game currencies and single-use consumables are excluded from this promotion. Cross-progression support remains in place for eligible items, so progress and owned content that qualify will continue to carry over across supported platforms.
Alongside the Xbox PC App changes, Ubisoft is offering a one-way digital upgrade that grants complimentary PC copies via Ubisoft Connect for a selection of titles. Games included in this offer are Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Far Cry 6, The Crew Motorfest, and Watch Dogs Legion. This means console owners who already own these games on Xbox will be able to add the corresponding PC versions to their Ubisoft Connect libraries without any additional purchase, simplifying access when switching between console and PC play.
The implementation of this offer is designed to be seamless for new digital purchases: when buying eligible Ubisoft titles on console going forward, both the console and PC versions will be included automatically. For current owners, Ubisoft Connect will add the PC versions to eligible accounts through a staged rollout that continues through August 4. Most owned downloadable content (DLC) and season passes are expected to transfer to the added PC versions where applicable, providing continuity for players who have invested in extra content. However, this offer is one-way and does not provide the reverse benefit for PC-first owners seeking the console version at no charge.
From an Xbox and Ubisoft perspective, the collaboration reflects a broader push to reduce friction between platforms and to maximize value for players who use both console and PC. Cross-progression, shared libraries, and bundled versions of digital purchases help reduce duplicate spending and make it easier to continue progression on a different device. For players, the changes mean greater flexibility: you can start a game on Xbox and continue on PC, or take advantage of PC-specific features without repurchasing titles you already own on console, provided the title and any applicable DLC are covered by the program.
While the promotion excludes consumable in-game currency and certain single-use items, it still covers a wide range of premium editions and add-ons that add significant value. Users should verify specific titles and content eligibility within the Xbox PC App and Ubisoft Connect, and check their Ubisoft Connect library after the rollout completes to confirm that the PC versions and transferred DLC appear correctly. As always, players should watch for platform-specific requirements, such as minimum system specifications on PC, and any region-based limitations that publishers sometimes apply.
Overall, this Xbox-Ubisoft initiative simplifies cross-platform ownership and extends access to many Ubisoft franchises across both Xbox consoles and PC. By combining premium editions, selected DLC availability on Xbox PC App, and complimentary PC copies via Ubisoft Connect for eligible console owners, the partnership aims to give gamers more freedom in how and where they play their favorite Ubisoft titles.