What are the pros of Tom Clancy’s The Division™?

Exceptional world design and immersive post-pandemic atmosphere.. Engaging PvE gameplay mechanics and a solid story campaign.. High replay value and longevity, with many players returning years after launch.. Excellent value for money when purchased at a discount.. Deeply detailed lore that feels increasingly relevant to real-world events..

What are the cons of Tom Clancy’s The Division™?

Mandatory Ubisoft launcher and frustrating account linking requirements.. Frequent server connectivity issues and random disconnections.. Persistent issues with cheaters in the PvP Dark Zone.. Frustrating AI behavior including 'aimbot' accuracy and excessive grenade spam.. Poor customer support regarding account recovery and technical issues..

Tom Clancy’s The Division™

A tactical open world third-person shooter set in New York after a deadly pandemic. Team up or go solo to restore order against deadly factions, secure loot, and conquer high-risk endgame challenges.

71%

Mostly Positive

DeveloperMassive Entertainment

PublisherUbisoft

Release DateMar 7, 2016

$29.99

Peak Players113.9K

Controllerfull

PlatformsWindows

Action

Adventure

RPG

AI Review Summary

The Division remains a highly immersive looter-shooter praised for its detailed New York City atmosphere and engaging PvE content even years after release. However, the experience is frequently marred by mandatory Ubisoft launcher requirements, server instability, and persistent issues with cheaters in PvP zones.

Pros

Exceptional world design and immersive post-pandemic atmosphere.95%
Engaging PvE gameplay mechanics and a solid story campaign.85%
High replay value and longevity, with many players returning years after launch.80%
Excellent value for money when purchased at a discount.75%
Deeply detailed lore that feels increasingly relevant to real-world events.60%

Cons

Mandatory Ubisoft launcher and frustrating account linking requirements.90%
Frequent server connectivity issues and random disconnections.85%
Persistent issues with cheaters in the PvP Dark Zone.75%
Frustrating AI behavior including 'aimbot' accuracy and excessive grenade spam.60%
Poor customer support regarding account recovery and technical issues.50%

Notable Mentions

Reviewers frequently note the game's eerie predictive nature regarding real-world societal shifts.
The game is often cited as a high-water mark for Ubisoft's environmental storytelling.
Achieving 100% completion is described as a significant time-consuming marathon.

Confidence: 74%

Based on the 126 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 24, 2026

Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak

279

Peak · last 90 days

820

All-time peak

113.9K

Price

Current price

$29.99

Lowest tracked

$2.99since Jan 17, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week

—

Last 30 days

96%

All-time positive

71%

Review Statistics

Total Reviews96.7K

Positive: 68.6K (71%)Negative: 28.1K (29%)

Reviews from Steam Deck

Dev Response Rate

104h

Avg Playtime at Review

79%

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