Stop Killing Games movement celebrates as The Crew 2 sees further offline mode support
The Stop Killing Games movement, which recently presented its case to European Parliament, is claiming credit for Ubisoft’s continued expansion of offline functionality for The Crew 2. Ubisoft released improvements to the game’s Hybrid Mode—a feature introduced last October that enables play without an internet connection.
The latest update brings meaningful offline enhancements: players can now customize vehicle liveries offline, access driver statistics without connecting, and use a new “Back to login” button that eliminates the need to restart the game when switching between online and offline play.
The Stop Killing Games movement advocates for preserving digital media by preventing publishers from removing access to games through server shutdowns. This update represents a significant victory for digital preservation advocates, demonstrating how grassroots campaigns combined with parliamentary attention can influence corporate decisions. The Crew 2’s expanded offline support addresses growing industry concerns about game longevity and player access, particularly as publishers increasingly favor always-online live-service models.