Ubisoft DRM FAQ's

navyvet · 04-24-10, 08:21 PM

This should answer some questions about the DRM. Found it at Assassins Creed 2 website. I am sure it applies to SH 5 too.

Online Services Platform

Q&A

Frequent Asked Questions about Ubisoft's Online Services Platform for PC

What are the key elements of this platform for PC gamers?
Although a permanent online connection is required, this means that a CD/DVD is not required to play the game after installation. The protected game can be installed as many times and on as many computers as you like. Saved games are also synchronized online so the user can continue playing from any location with the game installed.

How many players can the server system support?
There is no limit to how many players can play at the same time. For each title, we carefully study the demand and allocate servers accordingly. We will also of course allocate back-up servers in order to be able to respond to fluctuations in demand. Ubisoft provides 24/7 monitoring of its servers.

How many computers can I install the game on?
There is no limit to the number of computers on which you can install the game. However you can only play with your individual Ubisoft account on one computer at a time.

Is there an "off-line" option?
No. The added services to the game (unlimited installs, online storage of saved games and the fact that you don’t need the game disc to play) require you to have an online connection while playing the game.

Can I play my game from another computer?
Yes. As long as the game is installed on the PC, you can play from any computer and your Ubisoft account will recognise your last saved position as well as automatically save any updates.

Can I play from an airport or when I'm travelling ?
Anywhere you have an internet access, you can play.

Can I use the Ubisoft account for both single player and multiplayer online?
Yes, using your Ubisoft account , once you are signed in, all aspect of the gameplay are available to you.

I am in a strict environment with lots of firewall rules etc. Can I still play the game?
If you can access the Internet from the computer, you can play the game.

What if I lose my account or my computer crashes?
Customer service is available to help you re-access your account. If you experience a computer crashes, the game will kwill still recognise your license and all synchronizations made before the crash will be stored online.

What if Ubisoft decides not run these online services in the future? Will my game stop working?
If any service is stopped, we will create a patch for the game so that the core game play will not be affected.

What will happen if I lose my Internet connection when I play the game?
If you lose your Internet connection the game will pause while it tries to reconnect. If the Internet connection is unable to resume, the server will have stored your last saved game and you will be able to continue from where you left off once your internet connection is restored.

Why do I need to register with a Ubisoft account?
The synchronized saved games are personal, so to access them you need to log in. Even if your computer crashes you will be able to access your saved games with your Ubisoft account and continue your game from another computer. The services tied to your account will work regardless if you purchase the game as a physical or digital copy from any distributor.

longam · 04-24-10, 08:41 PM

Frequent Asked Questions about Ubisoft's Online Services Platform for PC

Q: Do you need the internet?
A: Yes.

Sgtmonkeynads · 04-24-10, 09:07 PM

#1 Frequently Asked Question

Q: WHY?
A: Because we say so.

NefariousKoel · 04-24-10, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sgtmonkeynads

#1 Frequently Asked Question

Q: WHY?
A: Because we say so.

Akula4745 · 04-24-10, 11:47 PM

Sorry... for the life of me this type of DRM will never make sense to me - no matter how many times it has been explained or rationalized. But at the same time... do I wanna play or not?

Athlonic · 04-25-10, 01:09 AM

Q: Why many peoples are complaining about this DRM ?

A: Because in complainers :

85% are nasty Pirates,
10% are workshy and wanted to be able to play games when at work,
03% have nothing else to do and doesn't like us,
and at least
02% are legitimate customers whose doesn't have a good internet connection, and we are sorry they pay the price to fight against piracy.

PS: personnaly I am in the 10% ^^

04-24-10, 09:07 PM	#3
Sgtmonkeynads Ships Secretary Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MilesCity Montana Posts: 583 Downloads: 614 Uploads: 0	#1 Frequently Asked Question Q: WHY? A: Because we say so. __________________ Just help someone.....it makes a difference

04-24-10, 11:47 PM	#5
Akula4745 Convicted Ship Killer Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Just out of sight... plotting your course and speed Posts: 846 Downloads: 371 Uploads: 1	Sorry... for the life of me this type of DRM will never make sense to me - no matter how many times it has been explained or rationalized. But at the same time... do I wanna play or not? __________________ Akula4745 "If you sit by the river long enough... the body of your enemy will float by -- SunTzu"

04-25-10, 01:09 AM	#6
Athlonic Chief Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: France Posts: 311 Downloads: 51 Uploads: 2	Q: Why many peoples are complaining about this DRM ? A: Because in complainers : 85% are nasty Pirates, 10% are workshy and wanted to be able to play games when at work, 03% have nothing else to do and doesn't like us, and at least 02% are legitimate customers whose doesn't have a good internet connection, and we are sorry they pay the price to fight against piracy. PS: personnaly I am in the 10% ^^ __________________ ________________________ Gimme tons of patches ! Athlonic's MCCD "More Crew Commands by Dialog" MOD for Silent Hunter 5 Version 1.04 SH5 1.2.0 Ready Athlonic's TSAF Mod : Torpedo_Speed_Abilitie_Fix_for_TDC

04-24-10, 08:21 PM	#1
navyvet Navyvet Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mechanicsville, Virginia Posts: 23 Downloads: 96 Uploads: 0	Ubisoft DRM FAQ's This should answer some questions about the DRM. Found it at Assassins Creed 2 website. I am sure it applies to SH 5 too. Online Services Platform Q&A Frequent Asked Questions about Ubisoft's Online Services Platform for PC What are the key elements of this platform for PC gamers? Although a permanent online connection is required, this means that a CD/DVD is not required to play the game after installation. The protected game can be installed as many times and on as many computers as you like. Saved games are also synchronized online so the user can continue playing from any location with the game installed. How many players can the server system support? There is no limit to how many players can play at the same time. For each title, we carefully study the demand and allocate servers accordingly. We will also of course allocate back-up servers in order to be able to respond to fluctuations in demand. Ubisoft provides 24/7 monitoring of its servers. How many computers can I install the game on? There is no limit to the number of computers on which you can install the game. However you can only play with your individual Ubisoft account on one computer at a time. Is there an "off-line" option? No. The added services to the game (unlimited installs, online storage of saved games and the fact that you don’t need the game disc to play) require you to have an online connection while playing the game. Can I play my game from another computer? Yes. As long as the game is installed on the PC, you can play from any computer and your Ubisoft account will recognise your last saved position as well as automatically save any updates. Can I play from an airport or when I'm travelling ? Anywhere you have an internet access, you can play. Can I use the Ubisoft account for both single player and multiplayer online? Yes, using your Ubisoft account , once you are signed in, all aspect of the gameplay are available to you. I am in a strict environment with lots of firewall rules etc. Can I still play the game? If you can access the Internet from the computer, you can play the game. What if I lose my account or my computer crashes? Customer service is available to help you re-access your account. If you experience a computer crashes, the game will kwill still recognise your license and all synchronizations made before the crash will be stored online. What if Ubisoft decides not run these online services in the future? Will my game stop working? If any service is stopped, we will create a patch for the game so that the core game play will not be affected. What will happen if I lose my Internet connection when I play the game? If you lose your Internet connection the game will pause while it tries to reconnect. If the Internet connection is unable to resume, the server will have stored your last saved game and you will be able to continue from where you left off once your internet connection is restored. Why do I need to register with a Ubisoft account? The synchronized saved games are personal, so to access them you need to log in. Even if your computer crashes you will be able to access your saved games with your Ubisoft account and continue your game from another computer. The services tied to your account will work regardless if you purchase the game as a physical or digital copy from any distributor.

04-24-10, 08:41 PM	#2
longam Admiral Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,014 Downloads: 26 Uploads: 0	Frequent Asked Questions about Ubisoft's Online Services Platform for PC Q: Do you need the internet? A: Yes.