Problems with the new Assassin's Creed

Many PC gamers were left without access to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced over the weekend after a Ubisoft Connect service outage. The issue has reignited the debate over whether single-player games require an internet connection.

The game is a modernized version of the popular 2013 title, and while it supports offline mode, it requires a connection to the Ubisoft Connect service to verify ownership of the game before it can be launched. However, when Ubisoft Connect servers went down for about an hour over the weekend, many players were unable to even launch the game. Offline mode, which is supposed to allow for offline play in such situations, did not work as expected, and Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced was temporarily unplayable on PC.

The incident sparked a wave of negative comments on social media, and the game has since been hit with a wave of negative user reviews on Steam. Ubisoft has yet to comment, so it's unclear whether this is a technical glitch or the way the game was designed to work on PC. Despite this, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has been well-received by critics and players. The game was developed in the Anvil Engine and features improved graphics, improved combat and stealth systems, and new content compared to the original. In addition to access issues, the game has also been controversial since its release due to its microtransactions, which cost around $85. The game offers cosmetic character enhancements, the Jackdaw ship, and other items, which has led to criticism from many players. The company responded that this is purely optional content that is not necessary for gameplay.

As a token of appreciation to the community, Ubisoft has made several add-ons available to players for free, including Crimson Storm sails for the Jackdaw ship, 1.500 Animus Keys for purchase in the in-game store, and a monkey that can join the crew while sailing on the high seas.