Issue: When launching Watch Dogs 2 on PC (typically from a non-Ubisoft storefront like Steam or Epic Games), the game fails to detect an existing or correctly installed Ubisoft Connect (formerly Uplay) client. The user may see an error message such as:
) due to incorrect file paths, permission issues, or missing DLL files Common Fixes Run as Administrator : Right-click the Ubisoft Connect shortcut on your desktop, select Properties , go to the Compatibility tab, and check Run this program as an administrator Modify Launch Arguments Find your Ubisoft Connect shortcut, right-click, and select Properties field, add a space after the text and then add /eac_launcher Alternatively, try adding unable to locate uplay pc watch dogs 2
This pop-up typically appears the moment you hit "Play" on Steam, Epic Games, or even a desktop shortcut. Even worse, it often appears after you have already installed and logged into Ubisoft Connect (formerly Uplay). Write-Up: Troubleshooting "Unable to Locate Uplay PC" Error
Bypass Easy Anti-Cheat (Quick Fix): Many users fix this by adding a launch command that bypasses the anti-cheat system. Go to the game's Properties in Steam or Ubisoft Connect. Find the Launch Arguments or Launch Options section. Open Epic Games Launcher