This is all because of DRM no doubt. instead of removing the necessity to call home, they simply shut down the systems. Older AC titles DLCs will be unable to be downloaded or instaled after september 1st

https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/help/...online-services-september-2022/000102396


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Closing the online services for some older games allows us to focus our resources on delivering great experiences for players who are playing newer or more popular titles.

To help us achieve this, a number of older titles will be added to our list of decommissioned online services on 1 September 2022.


Far Cry 3 (2012 Release)* PC You will be unable to play multiplayer, link Ubisoft accounts in-game or use online features. Additionally, the installation and access to DLC will be unavailable.
* Remastered version of the game is not affected.


good thing the pc edition got a remastered edition,right.....oh wait.

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Assassin's Creed 3 (2012 Release)* PC You will be unable to play multiplayer, link Ubisoft accounts in-game or use online features.Additionally, the installation and access to downloadable content (DLC) will be unavailable.

they better be open for lawsuit when they turn millions of deluxe editions into standart edition or open their wallets for a refund.