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Ubisoft's recent financial report reveals a 54% decrease in net bookings for the final quarter. Despite these challenges, the company plans for new games in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises, with releases expected in the coming years.

Matt Ryan, the actor behind Edward Kenway in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, initially believed he was auditioning for a pirate TV show. Casting director Amy Hubbard brought him in, but the project was revealed to be a video game. The game used motion capture, which pleased Ryan.

Ubisoft is bringing Assassin's Creed to the stage with a show titled Heredis: Echoes of the Past, set to premiere in Montreal on December 3, 2026. The two-hour production will feature acrobatics, parkour, and choreographed combat, drawing inspiration from the Assassin's Creed series.

Arcanaut Studios is developing Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, with Casey Hudson leading a team rich in former BioWare talent, including developers from the original Knights of the Old Republic.

The German Computer Game Awards 2026 have honored outstanding titles, with The Darkest Files taking home the top prize. The ceremony also highlighted innovation and debut successes.

Ubisoft's remake brings back iconic features like whale hunting and legendary ships, alongside new additions including autopilot. It launches July 9 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

Darenn Keller, formerly of Ubisoft, has found critical and commercial success with his solo-developed strategy game Dawnfolk, paving the way for his next project.

The live-action Watch Dogs film, in development for over a decade, wrapped principal photography in September 2024. Lead actor Tom Blyth confirms the script explores the dangers of our interconnected digital world, mirroring the game's themes.

Assassin's Creed Hexe is reportedly facing significant internal challenges, including the departure of its second director and the removal of magic elements. The game's release may also be delayed.

Following the confirmation of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, new claims suggest Ubisoft is also remaking the very first Assassin's Creed game. This follows a history of accurate leaks regarding the company.

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is confirmed as a ground-up remake launching July 9, 2026. It will retain the original story with updated visuals and gameplay mechanics, and will be a solo-focused experience.

Ubisoft has officially canceled its in-development social simulation game, Alterra. Staff have been reassigned, and the project's shelving is part of broader company restructuring.

Ubisoft has terminated the AC League project and eliminated 200 positions at its Saint-Mandé headquarters. Industry observers point to talent drain and resistance to new ideas as contributing factors to the company's challenges.

Ubisoft Montpellier, the studio behind Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, is reportedly allowed to pitch new game concepts. This follows the critical acclaim of the game and the reported disbandment of the development team due to sales. The team's future is now uncertain.

Ubisoft announces the release date for Anno 117: Pax Romana's first DLC, Prophecies of Ash, which introduces new challenges and a volcanic island.

Assassin's Creed Unity is getting a 60 FPS patch for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on March 5, 2026, offering a smoother experience. Plus, a new update fixes a VFX lighting issue.

Teachers are using Assassin's Creed Syndicate to make history engaging. Students are experiencing the Industrial Revolution firsthand, thanks to a PlayStation and a popular game.

The Assassin's Creed series is coming to Netflix! Filming has begun, with a cast including Noomi Rapace, and a setting in 64 AD Rome. Here's what we know.

Ubisoft confirms layoffs at Toronto studio and faces departures of key talent as restructuring continues. See the details.

Creative director Clint Hocking has left Ubisoft's mysterious Assassin's Creed Hexe project. Jean Guesdon takes over.

Gamers are pushing Valve for UI tweaks in their Steam libraries and new tools are highlighting AI-generated content.

Dive into ancient Rome for free! Anno 117: Pax Romana is offering a free play weekend with progress transferable to the full game.

Dive into ancient Rome with Anno 117: Pax Romana's free play weekend and get a glimpse of its ambitious Year 1 DLC roadmap.

Ubisoft taps franchise veterans to steer Assassin's Creed's future. A new leadership trio takes the helm for upcoming projects.

HBO Max is loading up its library with new movies and series in January and February 2026, including 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and more.

Christopher Grilli, writer of Assassin's Creed Origins, Valhalla, and Mirage, joins Hexe. Is he working on DLC? Plus, details on setting and gameplay.

Ubisoft Abu Dhabi is the latest studio to face layoffs, part of a broader restructuring effort. This follows closures and cuts at other Ubisoft studios.