The Crew 2
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Game History and Preservation
The 'Stop Killing Games' movement is celebrating after The Crew 2 received further support for an offline mode. This development is seen as a victory for game preservation advocates concerned about titles becoming inaccessible when online servers are shut down.
The Crew 2 Gets Offline Mode as Stop Killing Games Wins Big
The Crew 2 will receive additional offline mode support following advocacy from the Stop Killing Games movement. This development is seen as a significant victory for game preservation and demonstrates the impact of organized community action on publishers like Ubisoft. The move addresses concerns about games becoming unplayable when servers are shut down, setting a precedent for other titles and publishers.
Stop Killing Games movement celebrates as The Crew 2 sees further offline mode support
Ubisoft has released updates for The Crew 2's Hybrid Mode, allowing offline access to features like livery creation and driver statistics, following pressure from the Stop Killing Games movement. The movement, which advocates for game preservation and successfully petitioned the European Parliament, claims credit for Ubisoft's continued support of The Crew 2's offline capabilities and similar plans for The Crew Motorfest.
France's leading consumer association has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft over The Crew's online shutdown
France's leading consumer association, UFC-Que Choisir, has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft concerning the shutdown of the online racing game The Crew. The lawsuit alleges that Ubisoft misled consumers about the permanence of their purchase and imposed abusive contractual clauses. This legal action could have significant implications for game preservation and consumer rights in the industry.
The Crew – Ubisoft Hit by a New Lawsuit in France Supported by Stop Killing Games
Ubisoft is facing a new lawsuit in France from consumer association UFC-Que Choisir, supported by Stop Killing Games, over its decision to revoke licenses for The Crew. The lawsuit alleges deceptive business practices and abusive terms regarding the game's revocable license. CEO Yves Guillemot defended the company's actions, stating that game support cannot last forever and that this is an industry-wide issue.
Games Leaving PS Plus in April 2026 May Include Hit Day-1 Titles
Sony has not yet revealed the official list of games departing PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in April 2026. Predictions suggest several titles, including day-one releases like Dave the Diver and Hogwarts Legacy, may leave the service as they approach their subscription anniversary.
Top 10 best-selling video games in Europe in 2024
The European video game market saw a 1% growth in 2024, with 188.1 million PC and console games sold. Digital sales increased by 15% while physical sales dropped by 22%. EA Sports FC 25 was the best-selling game, followed by Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Helldivers 2 emerged as the top new IP. Console sales declined across all platforms, with Xbox Series X|S experiencing the largest drop.
