After a long spell of rumours that Ubisoft would be resting mega franchise Assassin's Creed this year, the company has confirmed that this will indeed be the case. "This year, we also are stepping back and re-examining the Assassin's Creed franchise. As a result, we've decided that there will not be a new Assassin's Creed game in 2016," the publisher posted on its official blog.
It continues: "Since the release of Assassin's Creed Unity, we've learned a lot based on your feedback. We've also updated our development processes and recommitted to making Assassin's Creed a premier open-world franchise. We're taking this year to evolve the game mechanics and to make sure we're delivering on the promise of Assassin's Creed offering unique and memorable gameplay experiences that make history everyone's playground."
At first glance, it certainly sounds like Ubisoft is letting the series take a breather following the criticism that both Assassin's Creed Unity and Assassin's Creed Syndicate received at launch in 2014 and 2015 respectively. Indeed, regular readers will already know that we're very much burned out on the property at this point, so in that sense, we reckon that a year off is probably for the best.
So, what's the French publisher going to push out near the end of 2016 instead of the next instalment in its stabby sandbox series? Whispers indicate that it'll be Watch Dogs 2, but would you be happy with that? Sheathe your hidden blade in the comments section below.
[source blog.ubi.com]
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As a fan of Assassin's Creed: thank god.
Good stuff. Let's hope it comes back with some fresh ideas in 2017
Best news Ubisoft could have given, to be honest.
except for the 2 chronicles games that is
@get2sammyb tell me about it we have been over saturated by them over the past few years (still haven't got Rouge or Syndicate myself) and we all need a break
But they're releasing 3 AC games this year... And a movie lol
I can picture a skinny, exhausted cow sighing in relief.
Funny that regarding feedback they mention Unity but ignore Syndicate.
This is good news. It was tiring having one released each year and having to get to know new characters each time. The last one i finished was rogue, which was enjoyable but i was so burnt out from the series afterwards. I picked up unity last summer but havent had the stomach to start it yet. Plus i feel the need to play AC chronicals. I dont think i'll ever catch up at this rate.
I don't have any ill will towards the franchise, but there's just too many games at this point. Add in all the supplementary stuff and it's clear as day that the series needed a break.
"Since the release of Assassin's Creed Unity, we've learned a lot based on your feedback." The sh**storm worked!
Imo, the series should take a good 2-3 year break. Remember when you made games other then Assassins Creed and Far Cry, cause I can't Do something original for once.
I actually really like Syndicate, but it's clear the series needs a break. In fact, I say hold off until 2018, really give the team some time to make some adjustments and dig deeper to see what can be done with the PS4, Xbox One and maybe by that time, NX, hardware. In the meantime there are games that have to come back. I'd love a new Splinter Cell. It also opens the door for something like For Honor, assuming it's good, to get some attention.
I'm glad their doing this! Hopefully they can start working on some new ips. Would be cool if they made a new prince of Persian with the same engine as rayman legends.
Is everyone forgetting that Chronicles India and Russia and some mobile RPG game came out this year. So we've already had 3 Assassin's Creed games this year.
That aside I've long gotten bored of Assassin's Creed and still have zero interest in syndicate so take as much time as you need Ubisoft.
@ShogunRok "So, what's the French publisher going to push out near the end of 2016 instead...Whispers indicate that it'll be Watch Dogs 2"
You should try reading some other posts on the site. Though if Ubi were Ntinedo April 2017 would count as the end of 2016.
https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2016/02/watch_dogs_2_will_don_its_iconic_cap_by_april_2017_on_ps4
About time, really think they and us need a break from it.... As for watch dogs 2 great really think the first one had potential hopefully they bring it for no 2!
I would have thought this year would have been a good time to make an AC game based on the Easter Rising considering this year is its centenary. Maybe I just want to parkour around 1916 Dublin, though.
A smart idea, give it a break.
THANK THE LORDS OF HEAVEN
@rjejr The Watch Dogs 2 news came out literally as I was writing this. Excellent timing.
Can they work on a fleshed out pirate type game built on the black flag idea. Think elite with cannons an water.
Even though the games have had some issues I have always enjoyed the series. Not played the latest game but will pick it up later in the year. I would like to see the free running, climbing, jumping to be a bit harder. It felt like I was just going through the motions and was too easy. A game every couple of years and more DLC would be good. Or do the numbered game every other year and then a spin off where they can try new ideas.
It's cool AC is having a break but I fear Ubi have realised this was needed too late. People are burnt out on this franchise, me included.
It should take a number of years out imo and then come back with a new structure and game mechanics.
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