Microsoft and Ubisoft launched a cross-platform promotion on July 28, 2026, granting digital owners of thirteen Xbox games free PC copies through Ubisoft Connect. The rollout extends to August 4, 2026, while new digital purchases on Xbox immediately unlock both console and PC digital versions.
Gamers invested in the Xbox ecosystem often face a frustrating reality: digital game purchases rarely transfer across storefronts. A new initiative from Microsoft and Ubisoft aims to bridge that gap for a specific library of shared titles. Players who already own eligible digital games on an Xbox console can now claim those same titles on PC at no additional cost through the Ubisoft Connect platform.
The program covers thirteen specific games spanning major franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Watch Dogs. While brand-new digital purchases made through the Xbox Store receive the PC license immediately, existing console owners are receiving their PC entitlements through a progressive rollout period until August 4.
The Thirteen Eligible Games in the Console-to-PC Promotion
Not every Ubisoft title in the Xbox catalog qualifies for the free PC copy giveaway. The promotion applies exclusively to a curated list of thirteen games that support cross-progression features, ensuring that save files can transfer between platforms for compatible titles.
- 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
- Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege
- Watch Dogs Legion
Strict One-Way Rules and DLC Transfer Guidelines
For players wondering if the promotion works in reverse, Xbox and Ubisoft have clarified that the benefit flows in only one direction. Q: Does this work the other way around – if I own the PC version, do I get the console version free? A: No, you can only claim a free PC version, not the other way around.
Purchasing a PC version on Ubisoft Connect will not grant a free digital license for the Xbox console store.
In addition to the base games, downloadable content and season passes generally carry over from console to PC with exceptions for some in-game currencies and one-use items. Consumables and premium in-game currencies remain locked to the platform where they were purchased, meaning players cannot pool currency balances across devices.
Expansion of Ubisoft Catalog on the Xbox PC App
Alongside the free PC license rollout, Microsoft expanded Ubisoft’s presence within the Xbox app for Windows by introducing premium editions and add-on content for an extensive library of titles. This broader selection brings high-profile games—including Assassin’s Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws—directly into the Xbox PC storefront ecosystem.
However, industry reporting notes a significant catch regarding how these PC titles function. Because the Xbox app sells an account-linked entitlement rather than a natively integrated build, players must still launch Ubisoft Connect to play them. This technical limitation means standard Xbox achievements and cloud-save features are absent for the vast majority of these PC store listings, with rare exceptions like Skull and Bones and The Crew Motorfest.
Account Linking Requirements and Client Updates
Claiming the free PC versions requires specific setup steps. Users must link their Xbox and Ubisoft accounts and ensure they are running the latest software. Xbox officials advise that players update Ubisoft Connect to its newest version so that eligible titles correctly populate in their personal libraries before the final rollout date concludes.
The timing of the initiative aligns with broader industry discussions concerning digital ownership, storefront consolidation, and cross-device gaming infrastructure. While the requirement to use the Ubisoft Connect launcher dampens enthusiasm for players hoping for full Xbox ecosystem integration, the promotion delivers immediate value for digital console owners looking to expand their gaming libraries to PC without repurchasing their software.
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