Ubisoft Probing Data Privacy Concerns

Okay, so here’s the scoop. Ubisoft, that big French game company, you know? They’re in a bit of a pickle with this privacy group raising eyebrows. It’s like… privacy watchdogs are having their moment or something.

So, Ubisoft told Eurogamer — which is like this gaming news hub — they’re all in on guarding our data. Yep, they said something about needing internet for even single-player games. Why? To check your copy’s legit. Kind of annoying if you ask me. They’re basically saying, “Trust us, we’re keeping your data safe.” Uh-huh, okay.

Their spokesperson chimed in, sounding all official-like: “Yeah, we got the memo about your complaint. Looking into it!” comforting, right? They keep saying how much they love protecting our details on their sites and games. It’s like they’re really into this whole “privacy” thing. Just thought you’d like to know they’ve got this Privacy Center thingy where you can actually see and control your info.

Anyway, this group NOYB (stands for something like “None of Your Business,” which is kinda cheeky) threw this complaint at Ubisoft’s face this month. They say Ubisoft’s been playing fast and loose with our data since 2016 with that game, Far Cry Primal. Spooky, right? Imagine all your info flying off to who knows where.

So yeah, Ubisoft’s scrambling to figure it out. Or well, that’s what they say. Maybe they will, or maybe it’s a whole lot of talk. Guess we’ll see. Anyway — wait, what was I even on about? Oh right, privacy stuff. Keep your eyes peeled, folks.