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As we are just several days out from the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows, a truly critical game for Ubisoft, it should come as no surprise to learn that the French firm is willing to fight to ensure the game gets a fair shake. It reportedly has a robust anti-harassment plan in place to protect developers from toxic "fans" and won't hesitate to punish transgressors, legally speaking.

Relayed and translated by ResetEra, French outlet BFMTV reports that Ubisoft is seemingly following in Epic Games' footsteps, and others, willing to make examples of those who cross the line from fair criticism into blatant harassment. Employees have been advised not to post on social media during the launch and will receive legal and psychological support if necessary.

The robust plan was presented to the Communications Security Establishment (CSB), Canada's national cryptologic agency, which provides digital security for the government. An elected official said of CSB: "It's an initiative from Canada. There's a team that monitors networks and acts quickly in the event of a targeted attack. The scale is unlike anything we've had before; this is serious."

According to BFMTV, the way it will work will look something like this: "Internet users on X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, or even videos on YouTube will be closely monitored by a dedicated unit in order to respond quickly to the slightest problem. Lawyers are already ready to file complaints in the event of proven harassment."

What do you think of Ubisoft and the industry at large's increasingly tough stance on the toxicity its developers often face? Make sure to be on your best behaviour in the comments section below.

[source resetera.com, via bfmtv.com]