Ubisoft will not release Star Wars Outlaw on Steam or Epic Games for PC. Learn more about the alternative release platforms and the reasons why it is not being released on Steam and EGS.
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Star Wars Outlaws Not Available on Steam or Epic Games Store
In an unexpected turn, the eagerly awaited video game Star Wars Outlaws from Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment will not be available on Steam or the Epic Games Store. After their upcoming game, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Ubisoft has decided to sidestep Steam twice. The listings for the platforms on the Ubisoft website made it clear that Star Wars Outlaws were unavailable on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
It is no secret that Ubisoft is unhappy with the revenue-sharing structure of Steam. The corporation has openly questioned the platform's 30% cut of game sales, calling it unfair. Ubisoft has therefore actively sought alternatives, such as their own proprietary platform, Ubisoft Connect, which enables them to keep all proceeds from the sale of games. This action aligns with Ubisoft's ambition to have more control over how its games are distributed and made profitable.
In the past, Ubisoft had exclusivity rights with the Epic Games Store, choosing to distribute some of their games exclusively and eschewing Steam in the process. Instead, Ubisoft Connect will be the only storefront PC gamers can buy and pre-order the eagerly awaited Star Wars game.
Ubisoft Connect To Establish Direct Connection With Players
Steam and Epic Games Store users may be disappointed by this choice. Still, it highlights Ubisoft's dedication to its platform. It drives to carve out a niche in the cutthroat game industry. Ubisoft wants to build a direct relationship with its player base and provide a smooth gaming experience through its dedicated platform by maintaining complete control over the distribution and sales of its games.
Whether Star Wars Outlaws will ever be available on other systems is still being determined. Ubisoft's current emphasis on exclusive distribution through Ubisoft Connect suggests that PC players must turn to the company's platform to access the eagerly anticipated Star Wars adventure. The game may eventually reach additional services like Steam or Epic Games Store.
