If you already own the game on one of these platforms but are having issues, never try to download an executable from the web. The correct solution is to use your platform's built-in repair tool. We'll cover how to do this in detail later on.

If the verify/repair process fails repeatedly, you can force a fresh copy of the launcher EXE without redownloading 70GB of game data.

: For many, the necessity of a launcher is seen as "bloatware"—an extra layer of processing power and data collection that stands between the player and the fictional Hope County, Montana.

: Similar to Steam, you can download the game through the Epic Games Launcher , which will then link to your Ubisoft account.

Antivirus software often flags game launchers as false positives because they hook into system resources, similar to how malware operates. This is very common, especially with modified or "repacked" games.

Security software often falsely identifies game cracks or even legitimate exe files as malware.