Do I Need to Buy Games I Already Own on Other Platforms Like EA or Ubisoft Again for Xbox?

I understand that you're puzzled by your query regarding whether you need to purchase games you already own on other platforms like EA or Ubisoft again if you want to play them on Xbox. Let's clarify the situation with a few key points.

Understanding Platforms vs. Publishers

Firstly, it's important to distinguish between platforms and publishers. EA (Electronic Arts) and Ubisoft are actually publishers, not platforms. They produce and publish games but do not own the platforms on which these games are distributed. Publishers like EA and Ubisoft sell their games through various platforms and distribution channels, some of which come with subscription services.

Subscription Services: EA Play and Ubisoft

If you subscribe to services like EA Play or Ubisoft , these are subscription-based platforms that allow you to access a selection of games from those publishers. If you cancel your subscription, you may lose access to these games, even if you have physical copies or digital downloads elsewhere. EA Play, for instance, allows you to play games on PC and Xbox (and previously on PS4 through a partnered service), while Ubisoft offers similar benefits on PC and Xbox.

If you're an EA Play member or a Ubisoft member and you want to continue playing those games on Xbox, make sure your subscription is still active. However, just subscribing to one of these services won't give you access toowned games you already have on other platforms like PC or PS4.

Platform-Specific Games

When you purchase a game from a games retailer such as Steam, the App Store, or the EA Store, you're acquiring a copy of that game for your specific platform (PC, Mac, iOS, Android, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, etc.). This copy is tied to the platform on which you originally purchased it. If you want to play that same game on a different platform, you'll need to purchase it for that platform as well.

For example, if you have a game from the Xbox Store, you can't simply install that game on your PS4. You'll need to purchase it from the PS4's digital store and download it to your PlayStation.

Transferability of Save Data

There's one additional consideration worth noting: save data transfer. Some games do allow you to transfer save data from one platform to another. For instance, some titles on Xbox and PlayStation may have cross-platform save data or cloud save functionality. However, this is not universal and not all games offer this option. It's always best to check the game's specific features, especially if you're transitioning between platforms.

Summing Up

To directly answer your question: if you own a game from another platform like EA or Ubisoft and you want to play it on Xbox, you will likely need to purchase it again for Xbox. However, if you are a member of a subscription service like EA Play or Ubisoft , you can access those games across the platforms supported by your subscription.

Remember, physical and digital copies of games are typically platform-specific. This means owning a copy for PC doesn't automatically give you a copy for Xbox.

Do you have any specific games in mind that you're considering purchasing for Xbox, or perhaps questions about the EA Play or Ubisoft subscription services?

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