Ubisoft's upcoming release, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, has made headlines as the company confirmed that even physical copies of the single-player adventure title will require a one-time internet connection. This move is to download a mandatory day-one patch which is essential to commence gameplay. The game, scheduled to launch on December 7, will be playable on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms. After the initial patch update, players will be able to enjoy offline gameplay, unless they wish to access the two-player co-op feature, which demands an online connection and becomes available after completing the quest "The Aranahe Clan."n

For Xbox players, the game will come on two discs, especially in certain editions in the Americas regions. This online requirement trend isn't new, with other titles like EA's Star Wars Jedi: Survivor encountering similar protocols earlier in the year. Ubisoft's strategy will influence SEO as gamers search for details about Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora’s release and internet connection requirements. n

IGN rated Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora a solid 7/10, praising its beautiful open-world despite a lack of surprises compared to other modern games.n

Is an internet connection required for all versions of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora?

Yes, an internet connection is needed for a one-time download of the day-one patch for all versions of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, including physical copies.n