Local split-screen (on consoles) or LAN workarounds are required.

Officially, regardless of where you purchased it. Whether you own the game on Steam , Epic Games Store , or directly through Ubisoft , the launcher must be installed to activate the game and access its features. Launcher Requirement Online Features Ubisoft Store Ubisoft Connect (Native) Full Access Steam Steam + Ubisoft Connect Full Access Epic Games Epic + Ubisoft Connect Full Access Method 1: Forcing "Offline Mode" via Command Line

The method required to bypass Uplay involves replacing or modifying the game's executable file ( .exe ) to strip out the DRM checks. While this process is technically a form of "cracking" the software, the legality depends heavily on your jurisdiction.

), which acts as a persistent layer of DRM even for those who purchase the game on platforms like The Technical Reality Strictly speaking, playing the PC version of through official channels

This is the closest legal experience to "without Uplay." It doesn’t remove the launcher, but it silences it. For purists who want zero third-party interference during play, this is a compromise.