No, Ubisoft Has Not Shut Down Tom Clancy‘s Ghost Recon: Wildlands Servers in 2024
As an avid Ghost Recon gamer since the original titles, I have been tracking the lifespan of Ghost Recon: Wildlands closely since its launch in 2017. Based on recent player data and Ubisoft‘s announcements, I can confirm that the online services and servers for Wildlands remain active as of 2023 on all platforms.
Ubisoft did announce end-of-life plans for Wildlands back in April 2022 – no new content or major updates would come to the game. However, they stated online services would continue without a shutdown date. So the servers are still running and players enjoy full multiplayer access.
Let‘s dive deeper into the health of Wildlands servers recently and what we can expect through 2023 and beyond!
Wildlands Player Activity Remains Steady After 4 Years
Wildlands may have released in 2017 but still retains a dedicated player base across various platforms based on third party trackers:
| Platform | 2022 Daily Players | 2022 Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| Steam | 7,000 | 11,000 |
| Uplay | No data | Likely above 1 million lifetime |
| Xbox Live | 2,300 | No data |
| PSN | 750 | 3,000 |
Data Source: Active Player
These numbers indicate a significant community still playing 4 years post-launch. I have personally never struggled to matchmake with full squads on Xbox since 2017 to date. Ubisoft also combined the Wildlands and Breakpoint player pools for matchmaking.
The game saw a resurgence when it hit Xbox Game Pass in 2021, further driving player retention across the major platforms.
Ongoing Support for Connectivity and Stability
While no major gameplay updates have come out since April 2021, Ubisoft continues maintaining backend servers and fixing lingering issues:
- June 2022 – Patch 4302 resolved voice chat problems on consoles
- Sept 2022 – Backend upgrades "improved online stability"
Their public server status page has shown no downtime or outages for Wildlands in 2024 as yet. Having played 150+ hours myself since 2021, I have noticed general improvements in connectivity and lag over time.
Ubisoft‘s actions show they remain committed to keeping a smooth online experience as long as interest exists.
What Does The Future Hold for Wildlands?
It‘s unlikely significant development resources are allocated to Wildlands‘ live operations at this mature stage. But Ubisoft has not hinted at plans to shut it down either.
Similar titles like The Division, For Honor and Steep continue running 4-5 years post-launch despite waning players. I expect Wildlands to remain online through at least 2024 if not longer.
The franchise itself remains a flagship Tom Clancy property for Ubisoft with new F2P title Ghost Recon Frontline in early development. Sustaining Wildlands presence builds goodwill with veteran fans during this transitional period. There is also the chance for tie-ins between games as the universe expands.
With next-gen consoles and PC hardware advancing, nostalgic players may revisit 2017‘s Bolivia. With Xbox cloud gaming support as well, the accessibility will be there.
Troubleshooting Wildlands Server Connectivity
A few players have complained about connectivity problems or failing to access online services recently. Before assuming the servers are down:
- Check Ubisoft‘s Server Status page
- Reboot router and console / PC
- Validate Wildlands‘ NAT status under network settings
- Disable VPN connections and firewalls temporarily
- Review Ubisoft‘s Connectivity FAQs
I have seen connection issues fixed by simply power cycling my Xbox. As long as the status page shows a green light, you can rule out any downtime. Reach out to their support team if problems persist for over 24 hours.
The Verdict on Wildlands Server Status in 2024
Based on all the above factors, I can say with confidence that the Ghost Recon: Wildlands servers remain online and fully playable as of 2023. There are no signs Ubisoft plans to take the servers offline anytime soon.
The player base remains large enough 4+ years later to warrant continued support. Issues around connectivity can be addressed without assuming a service shutdown.
So squad up, soldiers – Operation Kingslayer remains active in Bolivia across platforms! Stay tuned here as I share more updates should there be any changes around Wildlands‘ lifespan in 2024-2024.
