iNvid02
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Downloading and Installing Games
As of a few months now games newer than AC Black Flag (November 2013) have automated installation/updates similar to Steam and Origin. Below is what happened with Child of Light when I needed to download it again.
For new games its as streamlined and convenient as other platforms. For everything released before November 2013 its still a hassle and unlikely to be retroactively adjusted - something to keep in mind before buying an older game from them.
1. Choose game and click download.
2. Set download options.
3. Game launches with latest updates once download is finished.
Other features
- uPlay overlay in game which is similar to Steam and Origin
- The next time uPlay starts up, press A on the 360 controller and it launches the game similar to Steam's BPM.
- Client can be minimized to system tray for discreet notifications. Right click brings up recent games and other menus.
- Game files can be verified if the download was corrupted or interrupted.
- And the Offline mode, which has been there for some time now. The client can be started in offline mode permanently from settings too.
- Username can be changed from the uPlay website.
- Any DLC can be managed from the game page.
- Download speed wise its as competent as Steam - Steam can max out my connection at 19mb/s, as does uPlay (and its accurate unlike Origin)
- Release notes for each update can be found in the settings menu
- Preloads before release
- Download Manager with queueing etc
- Install previously downloaded games / Detect moved game installation files
- FPS Counter overlay
- Beta client updates to test unreleased features
- Patches for recently played games will be pushed automatically
- Ability to set your status in the friends list (online, away, do not disturb etc)
- uPlay client will remain minimized when launching from shortcuts or Steam keeping the game as the focus
- Layout customization on games library
- Download speed graph
- Account Linking Status in Settings
- Import Steam Friends
**Original OT Post**
Uplay is a digital distribution, digital rights management, multiplayer and communications service created by
Ubisoft to provide an experience similar to the achievements/trophies offered by various other game companies.
The service is provided across various platforms (PC, Mac, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Facebook, iPhone, iPad, and
most recently revealed, OnLive) and is currently in beta stage and on Wii U, available in the Nintendo eShop.
Uplay For PC:
Uplay PC is a new desktop client which replaces individual game launchers previously used for Ubisoft PC games.
The client allows you to purchase and download PC games from the Ubisoft shop and manage your existing library.
Uplay PC is available for download via www.uplay.com. For those who already have a Uplay PC-enabled game with
a game launcher, the game launcher will autopatch into the Uplay PC client.
Completing certain actions in game will net you Uplay points ranging in value from 10-40 depending on the action.
The actions are usually simple tasks such as collecting items in game, completing certain missions and sometimes
reaching a required level in multiplayer. You can then redeem your Uplay points for bonus content such as wallpapers,
upgrades, and exclusive maps/missions.
The Uplay client for PC acts in a similar fashion to Steam and Origin, allowing you to manage your library, download and launch games,
add friends, sync cloud saves, and keep track of your actions, rewards and achievements. The Shop tab opens the Ubishop where
you can purchase console and PC games as well as other physical goods, while the Free tab displays the various F2P games available.
Each game has its own landing page with news relating to the game, the game's twitter feed and various links to official pages and support.
