Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory®

Released Aug 2009

Experience one of the most critically acclaimed stealth-action games of all time. Uncover a conspiracy that hits close to home and stop World War III.

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All announced content has been released

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Steam Updated 10 Oct 2026 $9.99

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Evaluation

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory is a classic single-player stealth-action game originally released in 2005, arriving on Steam on August 27, 2009. The store description positions it as a complete, finished product — explicitly labeled as the "2005 Game of the Year." There is no DLC, no post-launch content updates, and no roadmap of any kind. The store page even notes that online features are no longer supported and that multiplayer and co-op modes are no longer functional, which is a clear signal that even Ubisoft's ongoing operational support has wound down. This game launched as a complete, self-contained package and has never had a post-launch content cycle. No further content has been announced or is expected.

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Game is presented as a finished, award-winning product (2005 Game of the Year) with no mention of DLC, updates, or future content.

description · Aug 27, 2009 source content shipped

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Store page explicitly states that online features are no longer supported and multiplayer/co-op modes are no longer functional, indicating even operational support has ended.

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Developer

Ubisoft Montreal

Publisher

Ubisoft

Achievements

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Platform

Windows

Controller

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Steam Deck

Unsupported

Players

Single-player

Stealth Action Third Person Classic Great Soundtrack Atmospheric Espionage Tactical Immersive Shooter Story Rich Controller Third-Person Shooter Adventure Strategy

About this game

TENSE ESPIONAGE NARRATIVE

Play as Sam Fisher, Third Echelon’s elite operative, in one of the best stealth-action games of all time and the 2005 Game of the Year. Embark on a high-stakes, globe-trotting mission: from covert operations aboard a cargo ship in the Pacific, to the infamous bathhouse in Tokyo.

CUTTING-EDGE STEALTH MECHANICS

The tradition of using high-tech gadgets and signature techniques to remain unseen continues, with a full range of fluid moves, brutal takedowns, and experimental weapons.

COMPLETE IMMERSION

Face intelligent enemies with personal attributes and reactive behaviors. NPCs are aware of their surroundings and remember past events. Powered by an advanced physics engine, the open-ended level design offers a wealth of interactive opportunities to outwit your foes.

Please note: online features for this game are no longer supported. Multiplayer and co-op modes are no longer functional.