France's Leading Consumer Association Sues Ubisoft Over The Crew Shutdown
France's UFC-Que Choisir, backed by the Stop Killing Games initiative, has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft claiming the 2024 shutdown of The Crew violated fundamental consumer rights by revoking access without adequate warning.
Key Points
- UFC-Que Choisir is France's leading consumer association
- The lawsuit claims players weren't informed about temporary access when purchasing
- Stop Killing Games initiative is backing the legal action
- The case could set precedent for digital game ownership rights
Full Details
French consumer group UFC-Que Choisir has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft over the shutdown of The Crew in 2024. The lawsuit, supported by the Stop Killing Games initiative, claims Ubisoft's decision to close the game and revoke player licenses violated fundamental consumer rights. The announcement (Google translated) states that 'players were never fairly informed about the potentially temporary nature of access to the game they were buying.' This case could set an important precedent for digital game ownership and the obligations of publishers when shutting down online services. The Crew was a popular racing game that required an internet connection to play, meaning its shutdown rendered purchased copies completely unplayable.
Why It Matters
This lawsuit could force game publishers to be more transparent about the longevity of online games and potentially create legal frameworks protecting digital game ownership, affecting the entire gaming industry.
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