"Ubisoft's Digital Ownership Woes: The Crew Revocations and Unexpected Refunds"

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Ubisoft has revoked access to The Crew from players' Ubisoft Connect accounts, sparking outrage among users who feel their purchased game was essentially stolen. The online-only racing game became inoperable on April 1 when its servers were taken offline, leading to its delisting from digital storefronts. While Ubisoft offered refunds to recent purchasers, long-time players are left without recourse, highlighting the precarious nature of digital ownership and the potential for purchased products to disappear without warning.
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- The Crew Is Reportedly Being Revoked From Ubisoft Connect Accounts TheGamer
- User Got Refund from PlayStation for The Crew, 9 Years After Purchase 80.lv
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