Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed franchise is gearing up for a busy future with three brand-new games in the works, each offering a unique twist on the beloved stealth action series. The first, Codename Hexe, is set to take players on a dark, narrative-driven journey through 16th-century Europe, focusing on the era's infamous witch hunts. This game was initially teased with a mysterious trailer and reports of magical abilities, but recent leaks suggest these magical elements have been removed. The game's development has been tumultuous, with leadership changes and team reshuffles, indicating a potential departure from the original vision.
Assassin's Creed Jade, a mobile spin-off, promises a console-like experience on Android and iOS devices, featuring all the parkour and neck-stabbing action fans have come to expect. Set in ancient China, players will explore the Great Wall and Chinese cities as a fully customizable assassin, a first for the series.
The third game, Invictus, is a PvP multiplayer experience led by veterans from Ubisoft Montreal's For Honor team. While details are scarce, it's expected to offer a fresh take on the multiplayer aspect of the franchise, building upon past attempts like Brotherhood and Unity.
Beyond these new releases, Ubisoft is also remastering and re-releasing past games, with Black Flag Resynced already released and more remakes on the horizon. The company's CEO, Yves Guillemot, hinted at a broader remastering initiative, suggesting that players can expect to revisit and modernize classic Assassin's Creed worlds.
Additionally, Ubisoft is expanding the franchise beyond games with a live-action TV series set in Ancient Rome, a stage production called Heredis, and a surprising foray into the world of live-action films, despite the initial failure of the Michael Fassbender-led movie. These diverse projects showcase Ubisoft's commitment to expanding the Assassin's Creed universe in exciting and innovative ways, keeping fans engaged and eager for more.
