Ubisoft announced on their official blog recently that some big changes are being made to initial plans for Watch Dogs 2 content in the “No Compromise” DLC. While the dates still prioritize the PlayStation 4 console coming to gamers on April 18th, with Xbox One and PC will see it on May 18th, modifications toward what is included in purchased and free content will be made. Namely, multiplayer modes such as “Showdown” will be available for everyone and not just Season Pass holders or those who have the means to buy DLCs.

Kris Young, Watch Dogs 2 Live Producer, explains the reason behind making more content free for players:

There are two main drivers behind making Showd0wn free for all of our players. The first is that we want everyone to be able to participate and play it. We really wanted to have as many people as possible playing the mode for a better challenge, better matchmaking time and quality, and a healthier, more active community. The other is community feedback we’ve received since we announced the original plans.

Our community asked for more multiplayer content, and that’s also a reason why we’ve decided to make Showd0wn accessible for free for all players, while replacing it with more single-player content in No Compromise.

So, for those who intend to purchase the DLC for Watch Dogs 2 content, you will still receive their money’s worth. Instead of just losing out on multiplayer as part of the package, you’ll get additional campaign gameplay. That sounds like a win-win for anyone involved. Ubisoft includes a timeline of complimentary beverages and snacks like the “Paintball Rifle”, new clothes, “Motocross, Ekart and Drone races in multiplayer” and that’s just for April! Check out the list below for an expansive look on upcoming free goodies, or see the infograph for yourself here:

April

• Showdown – New PVP Team-based Online Modes
• Motocross, Ekart and Drone Races in multiplayer
• Armored Truck feature – single player and co-op play
• Paintball Rifle – new non-lethal weapon
• 13 new clothing items

May

• Seamless PvP Support added to Armored Truck feature
• New seamless PvE event
• Major improvements to Leaderboards interface
• Minor gameplay improvements to Bounty Hunter Mode
• Continuous improvements and fixes

June

• Support for 4-Player party to explore the city and play activities together
• Continuous improvements and fixes

For more information on the No Compromise DLC, check out the UbiBlog post here! What do you think of Ubisoft’s attempt to bring additional free Watch Dogs 2 content to players? Do you think it was a good move on their part? Feel free to let us know in the comments section below or begin your own conversation on Don’t Feed the Gamers official Disqus channel! To stay up to date on the latest news in the gaming world, follow us on Facebook and Twitter!