If all this is true then this is absurd. I can see a one time verification, or even a 'quick check' when the game is started. But to have to be online the entire time? I think they probably loose close to 30% of the consumers right there. What if I want to play on my laptop while visiting my inlaws... no can do
Furthermore 'save games online' WTF
My stance has suddenly changed from "Oh boy cant wait" to "Oh crap what a shame".
Silent Hunter online
Way to loose a fanboy UBI bad decision bad indeed.