'Additional Packs Are Entirely Optional': Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Microtransactions Backlash, as $60 Game Arrives With $85 of DLC

Ubisoft has responded to backlash regarding optional microtransactions in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on Steam, where the $60 game features $85 worth of additional content. The company stated that these additional packs are entirely optional for players.

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Black Flag Resynced Sales Soar Amidst Microtransaction Backlash

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has achieved record-breaking sales and player counts. However, players are expressing significant frustration over the game's extensive microtransactions. Ubisoft maintains these optional purchases are not required to enjoy the full experience.

PLATFORM PC
GAME Assassin's Creed Black Flag
COMPANY Ubisoft

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AC Black Flag Resynced Is A Hit, But People Are Particularly Upset About One ThingAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has achieved strong sales, selling over 2 million copies in its first 24 hours and setting a new record for concurrent players on Steam. Despite critical acclaim and positive reviews, players are expressing significant dissatisfaction with the game's extensive microtransactions, which total $85 for the $60 base game. Ubisoft has acknowledged the feedback, stating that the optional in-game purchases are not required to complete the game. Gamespot · 4 days ago
'Additional Packs Are Entirely Optional': Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Microtransactions Backlash, as $60 Game Arrives With $85 of DLCUbisoft has responded to backlash regarding optional microtransactions in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on Steam, where the $60 game features $85 worth of additional content. The company stated that these additional packs are entirely optional for players. IGN · 4 days ago