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I wish I had chosen Rainbow Six Siege via Uplay instead of Steam.

I wish I had chosen Rainbow Six Siege via Uplay instead of Steam.

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Oleamj
Junior Member
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12-17-2025, 11:48 AM
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I recently reviewed my Amazon credits and found I had sufficient funds to purchase R6 for free. I hadn’t realized that the digital key sold by Ubisoft is exclusive to Uplay, not a standalone distribution service requiring Steam. That was a mistake—I now can’t remove R6 from the Uplay library, and buying it through Steam seems to just create a duplicate version. The Ubisoft support team hasn’t responded either. I asked them to move the game to my burner account, but no reply came. I’m curious if moving R6 will actually clear it from Uplay. I appreciate how Steam highlights new features that Uplay doesn’t offer. Anyone have experience with Uplay or my current situation? How many players use the Uplay version of this game?
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Oleamj
12-17-2025, 11:48 AM #1

I recently reviewed my Amazon credits and found I had sufficient funds to purchase R6 for free. I hadn’t realized that the digital key sold by Ubisoft is exclusive to Uplay, not a standalone distribution service requiring Steam. That was a mistake—I now can’t remove R6 from the Uplay library, and buying it through Steam seems to just create a duplicate version. The Ubisoft support team hasn’t responded either. I asked them to move the game to my burner account, but no reply came. I’m curious if moving R6 will actually clear it from Uplay. I appreciate how Steam highlights new features that Uplay doesn’t offer. Anyone have experience with Uplay or my current situation? How many players use the Uplay version of this game?

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JohanNX
Junior Member
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12-17-2025, 07:54 PM
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the choice between versions doesn't matter. whether you got it from Steam or directly from Uplay, you'll always be using Uplay. you can purchase it through either platform, but you're always playing on Uplay.
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JohanNX
12-17-2025, 07:54 PM #2

the choice between versions doesn't matter. whether you got it from Steam or directly from Uplay, you'll always be using Uplay. you can purchase it through either platform, but you're always playing on Uplay.

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liam_noturns
Junior Member
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12-17-2025, 09:02 PM
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Steam version functions mainly as a shortcut; the friend list isn’t easily synced. Searching online didn’t reveal a method to connect your Steam list to Uplay. Regarding updates, there’s no clear way to show the latest Uplay release for R6 under "What's new" in Steam.
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liam_noturns
12-17-2025, 09:02 PM #3

Steam version functions mainly as a shortcut; the friend list isn’t easily synced. Searching online didn’t reveal a method to connect your Steam list to Uplay. Regarding updates, there’s no clear way to show the latest Uplay release for R6 under "What's new" in Steam.

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CalphClient
Member
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12-24-2025, 09:18 AM
#4
In such cases, they often overlook customers. Customer support is underpaid and few people are there. There’s also reliance on bots to fill gaps since they don’t pay them, which boosts profits. These platforms differ, with separate friend lists for Uplay, Steam, Origin, and Epic. However, GOG Galaxy 2 lets you access both worlds in one launcher, connecting your Playstation and Xbox friendships.
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CalphClient
12-24-2025, 09:18 AM #4

In such cases, they often overlook customers. Customer support is underpaid and few people are there. There’s also reliance on bots to fill gaps since they don’t pay them, which boosts profits. These platforms differ, with separate friend lists for Uplay, Steam, Origin, and Epic. However, GOG Galaxy 2 lets you access both worlds in one launcher, connecting your Playstation and Xbox friendships.

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Land8
Member
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12-29-2025, 01:59 PM
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The latest update introduces a new functionality that enhances user experience.
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Land8
12-29-2025, 01:59 PM #5

The latest update introduces a new functionality that enhances user experience.

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Zmondy
Senior Member
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12-30-2025, 08:44 AM
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Zmondy
12-30-2025, 08:44 AM #6

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Texas1047
Posting Freak
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01-01-2026, 05:46 PM
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They're very different services. To play together, you must connect your Steam account to Uplay. If a Steam friend is playing a game, you can join by requesting their Uplay username. Generally, Steam only displays updates for games you own, so it probably won't show anything if you don't have the game there. For detailed information, visit the official changelog page.
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Texas1047
01-01-2026, 05:46 PM #7

They're very different services. To play together, you must connect your Steam account to Uplay. If a Steam friend is playing a game, you can join by requesting their Uplay username. Generally, Steam only displays updates for games you own, so it probably won't show anything if you don't have the game there. For detailed information, visit the official changelog page.

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ULTRAGE
Member
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01-02-2026, 01:29 AM
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I believed Uplay offers a sync friendlist option based on the "Link your account with Steam" image. It seems I'm limited to using Uplay... I can't even switch from Standard to Deluxe when purchasing from Steam. https://support.ubisoft.com/en-gb/Faqs/0...e-editions Even if bought via Steam, it just creates another copy in my Uplay library, which only makes things worse. The thing I'll miss most is the "what's new" section.
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ULTRAGE
01-02-2026, 01:29 AM #8

I believed Uplay offers a sync friendlist option based on the "Link your account with Steam" image. It seems I'm limited to using Uplay... I can't even switch from Standard to Deluxe when purchasing from Steam. https://support.ubisoft.com/en-gb/Faqs/0...e-editions Even if bought via Steam, it just creates another copy in my Uplay library, which only makes things worse. The thing I'll miss most is the "what's new" section.