Ubisoft frequently faces backlash for its repetitive approach to established series like Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, and Rainbow Six, which feature endless sequels with minimal fresh ideas. Yet, the company's portfolio also harbors lesser-known treasures that have flown under the radar of most players.
For those interested in discovering such a hidden standout, Ubisoft is now offering a special promotion on one of its originals: the expansive exploration game Immortals Fenyx Rising, launched back in 2020 and remaining engaging in the current era.
Unlike yet another entry in a long-running lineup, this title marks a fresh creation from Ubisoft Quebec, building an original mythical realm drawn from Greek legends with a lighthearted twist. The promotional video even depicts Zeus and Prometheus debating narrative rights.
Players take control of Fenyx, a novice fighter, who embarks on a quest to vanquish the monstrous progenitor Typhon while rescuing her sibling. Though challenging, the divine allies equip her with essential armaments and the ability to soar through the skies.
Beyond executing stylish combat maneuvers, gamers can traverse the vast environment by gliding mid-air. Those concerned about Ubisoft's typical overload of mission icons and climbable structures will find relief here, as Immortals Fenyx Rising eschews such conventions to foster genuine discovery.
Upon its debut, the title earned widespread acclaim from critics. Its Metacritic rating holds steady at 79 for the Windows edition and climbs to 81 on Xbox consoles. Player feedback echoes this positivity, often likening the gameplay blend to The Legend of Zelda alongside various other exploratory titles.
The game's vibrant, cartoonish visuals might initially seem simplistic, but it offers depth far beyond mere imitation of Zelda. Sales suffered from inadequate promotion at launch, though this free opportunity changes that dynamic entirely.
Claiming Immortals Fenyx Rising at no charge is straightforward: visit the Ubisoft storefront, choose the Free option, and hit 'Play Now' to link it to your Ubisoft Connect profile without any fees.
This edition is for PC and excludes extra downloadable extras. The giveaway lasts only until December 2 at 5 a.m., after which it's no longer available—but once claimed, the game stays in your library indefinitely.
The piece first ran on our affiliate outlet PC-WELT, adapted and translated from its German origins.
Laura, a dedicated video game enthusiast and admirer of films and series, pursued a degree in communication studies before joining PCMagazin and Connect Living directly. She now covers PC-related and tech subjects, serving as a full-time contributor to our German counterpart PC-WELT starting in May 2024.