In a significant move that strengthens the relationship between two gaming industry giants, Ubisoft and Xbox have announced a major expansion of their partnership that brings substantial benefits to PC gamers. The collaboration introduces two groundbreaking updates: the addition of premium editions and add-on content for numerous Ubisoft titles through the Xbox PC App, and a revolutionary free redemption program allowing Xbox console owners to claim PC versions of select games at no additional cost. This announcement marks one of the most consumer-friendly initiatives in recent gaming history, potentially reshaping how players think about cross-platform ownership.

Premium Editions and Add-On Content Arrive on Xbox PC App

The expanded content library now available through the Xbox PC App represents a substantial upgrade for subscribers and purchasers alike. The catalog includes some of Ubisoft’s most acclaimed and commercially successful franchises, headlined by the recently released Assassin’s Creed Shadows and the critically acclaimed Star Wars Outlaws. Additional premium offerings span across beloved series including Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, which has maintained a dedicated competitive community since its 2015 launch, the naval adventure Skull and Bones, and the acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, which revitalized the classic platforming franchise with its 2024 release.

The breadth of available content extends well beyond these headline titles. Fan-favorite franchises including the complete Assassin’s Creed series, multiple entries from the Far Cry open-world shooter franchise, The Crew racing games, and the Watch Dogs hacker-themed action series are all part of this expanded offering. This comprehensive approach ensures that both longtime Ubisoft enthusiasts and newcomers to these franchises have access to complete experiences with all available downloadable content and premium edition bonuses.

Revolutionary Console-to-PC Free Redemption Program

Perhaps the most exciting aspect of this partnership expansion is the console-to-PC redemption program, which allows players who own digital Xbox console versions of select games to claim the PC version through Ubisoft Connect completely free of charge. This initiative covers an impressive roster of thirteen major titles spanning multiple genres and release years. The eligible games include Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, the visually stunning 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, and Watch Dogs Legion.

This cross-platform ownership model represents a significant shift in the gaming industry, where traditionally players have been required to purchase separate versions for different platforms. The program acknowledges the growing trend of gamers who own multiple platforms and desire flexibility in how they experience their favorite titles. Industry analysts have noted that such initiatives could pressure other publishers to adopt similar consumer-friendly policies, potentially establishing new standards for digital game ownership across the industry.

Implementation Timeline and Technical Details

The rollout of this program follows a structured timeline designed to ensure smooth implementation. Beginning immediately, any customer who purchases a digital version of the listed titles will receive both the Xbox console and Xbox on PC digital versions simultaneously. For existing owners of Xbox digital versions, the PC versions will become available through a progressive rollout period extending until August 4. Users are advised to update their Ubisoft Connect software to the latest version to ensure proper access to their entitled content.

Importantly, the program includes provisions for transferring premium content ownership. For most games, season passes and downloadable content owned on Xbox will transfer to the PC version at no additional cost. The only exceptions to this policy are consumable items such as in-game currency or one-time-use content, which may not carry over due to their transient nature. For games supporting cross-progression, players will find all their content from the Xbox version seamlessly available on PC. It should be noted that this program operates in one direction only—owning a PC version does not entitle players to a free console version. Players can verify their owned content by accessing Ubisoft Connect PC, where their library will display edition names and a complete breakdown of owned DLC and add-on content.