Ubisoft announced the fuse of Uplay and Ubisoft Clubs services for a new technology called Ubisoft Connect, which will support cross-play and cross-progression for Assasins’ Creed Valhalla and Watch Dogs.
Ubisoft Connect is the ecosystem of player services for Ubisoft games across all platforms. On Ubisoft Connect, you will be able to connect with players from all platforms, unlock unique Rewards through our Loyalty program, compare your stats with your friends, get personalized tips to improve yourself, and much more!
Ubisoft Connect is a free service, players can access it via PC and mobile devices through a mobile app, this will require a Ubisoft Account.
Connect with players across all platforms, for all games
Whether you play on PC or console, you’ll be part of a global network of Ubisoft players with access to all the same services. Regular updates will provide you with more ways to interact with an ever-growing community.
Find friends on all platforms, see what they’re playing, and check their achievements.
Keep your progression on all devices
For our newest releases*, all your game progression is saved within Ubisoft Connect, so you won’t lose a step if you change consoles or switch to PC.
According to the company, the current catalog of games can be accessed by Ubisoft Connect services (stats, leaderboard, Smart Intel when applicable), but the challenge system is inactive.
“We have decided to offer you all the rewards available on these games: you now have more than 1.000 Rewards for free to enjoy!” … “20% off the Ubisoft Store – Redeem 100 Units to get 20% off your next purchase in the Ubisoft Store. “
Free rewards are given through Ubisoft Connect Loyalty System, it’s basically players will be awarded “Units” a new currency that can be spent on unique in-game reards.
On our latest titles, unlock legendary weapons, character outfits, emotes, and consumables just by playing your games. Every time you level up in Ubisoft Connect, you’ll earn Units you can spend on unique rewards.
We want you to win more by playing more, with no limits and new rewards regularly available for you to enjoy!
Source: Ubisoft
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A Nintendo Switch trailer was also released.
According to SteamDB.
An announcement trailer was also released.