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Capcom Reveal Why Video Game Remakes Aren't Going Away
Capcom's Masachika Kawata explained that video game remakes help the company maintain a consistent release schedule for franchises like Resident Evil and provide financial resources for new IPs. This strategy allows developers to hone their skills while leveraging existing assets, reducing the time and resources needed for story and world-building compared to entirely new titles.
Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey Gets Big Player Surge Thanks To Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed: Odyssey experienced a significant increase in daily players, with a 90% surge attributed to the release of Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of The Odyssey. This event highlights the cross-media influence on game player engagement.
Ubisoft Pulls the Plug on Champions Tactics as Servers Go Dark October 30
Ubisoft is shutting down Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles on October 30, with in-app purchases already disabled. The game, which launched in October 2024 as Ubisoft's first Web3 title, failed to gain a significant audience despite a transition to a free-to-play model and attempts to rework its blockchain features. This closure is part of a broader restructuring and cost-cutting effort at Ubisoft.
Shrek Comes To Ubisoft’s Popular Fighting Game
Ubisoft's fighting game Brawlhalla has added Shrek, Fiona, and Puss in Boots as playable characters as part of a crossover event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the original Shrek film. The event, running until August 19, also introduces new maps and cosmetic items. This collaboration follows Shrek's appearance in another popular game and precedes upcoming Shrek franchise installments.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced proves open-world games were already the perfect size 13 years ago
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is highlighted as a successful example of open-world game design, demonstrating that density and focused mechanics are more effective than sheer size. The article contrasts its balanced scope with larger, more mechanically overloaded games, suggesting a return to more curated open-world experiences is desirable.
Rumor Mill
Insider Gaming reports that a new ambitious Far Cry game is in development at Ubisoft. Separately, MP1st suggests that Assassin's Creed Hexe could be released in late 2027. Both pieces of information are based on insider leaks and rumors.
Trying to find a good deal on Saros has made me angrier about PlayStation killing discs – it's anti-consumer and will price gamers out of our hobby
The author expresses frustration over the increasing cost of games and the perceived anti-consumer trend of PlayStation ending physical disc production. This shift, coupled with the decline of physical game deals and the pre-owned market, is seen as pricing gamers out of the hobby and reducing consumer choice.
Xbox Players Can Now Claim Free PC Versions Of These Ubisoft Games
Xbox has expanded its partnership with Ubisoft, allowing players who own certain Ubisoft titles on console to claim free PC versions through the Ubisoft Connect app. Thirteen games are currently available, with more premium editions of Ubisoft titles also accessible via the Xbox PC app. This initiative is part of Xbox's broader efforts to enhance its PC gaming offerings and digital ecosystem.
If You Loved The Odyssey, Play These Games Next
This article recommends video games for players who enjoyed "The Odyssey," whether inspired by the film adaptation or the ancient Greek epic. It highlights titles that capture similar themes of epic journeys, mythology, and challenging adventures, including Assassin's Creed: Odyssey, Immortals Fenyx Rising, Hades, and God of War.
Xbox owners of these 13 Ubisoft titles can claim the PC editions at no cost
A new partnership between Microsoft and Ubisoft allows Xbox owners of 13 specific Ubisoft titles to claim the PC versions for free via the Xbox App on PC. This offer applies to digital purchases and does not extend in the opposite direction, meaning PC purchases do not grant Xbox versions. Eligible games include titles like Assassin's Creed Mirage, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and The Crew Motorfest.
Xbox and Ubisoft console-to-PC collab lets users access games cross-device "at no additional cost"
Xbox and Ubisoft have expanded their partnership, allowing players who own digital console versions of select games to access the PC version via Ubisoft Connect at no additional cost. This offer includes titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws, with a progressive rollout for existing owners until August 4.
A New Far Cry Game is Coming According to Reports
Reports indicate that Ubisoft's Vantage Studios is developing an ambitious new Far Cry game, codenamed Kodiak, which will be an open-world FPS. This new project replaces a previously cancelled extraction shooter codenamed Maverick. Information also suggests another title, codenamed Blackbird, is still in development, though details are unconfirmed.
Ubisoft is letting owners of its Xbox games play select titles for free on PC as part of a new partnership with Microsoft
Ubisoft and Microsoft have partnered to allow owners of select Ubisoft digital titles on Xbox to play them on PC via Ubisoft Connect at no additional cost. This initiative includes games like Assassin's Creed Mirage and Far Cry 6, with previously purchased titles expected to appear by August 4th. While DLC transfers, consumable items and in-game currency may not. Additionally, premium editions of several Ubisoft games are now available on the Xbox app for PC.
Evening Reading - July 27, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news and internet curiosities. Topics include the Flood in Halo, Nintendo Switch Sports, Street Fighter 6, Battlefield maps, Ubisoft game ownership on PC, Marvel Snap, God of War Laufey, Marvel Tokon, and Xbox's ad-supported cloud streaming. The article also touches on puzzles, developer design choices, and the impact of AI.
Games Inbox: Why isn’t there a Skyrim remake?
Readers discuss the lack of a Skyrim remake despite numerous special editions, questioning why publishers don't prioritize such projects. Other topics include the viability of a PlayStation 5 boycott, the underutilization of tornadoes in games, and concerns about Capcom's yearly Resident Evil releases and Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise.
Ubisoft is Providing Free PC Copies of 13 Games to Players Who Own Them on Xbox
Ubisoft and Xbox are offering free PC copies of select Ubisoft games to players who own them digitally on Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S. To claim the PC version, players must link their Ubisoft Connect account to their Xbox account. This promotion applies to a list of modern titles, and while it doesn't work in reverse, add-on content for owned games is also included.
New Far Cry Game in Development Based on Foundations of Maverick – Rumor
A new Far Cry game, codenamed Kodiak, is reportedly in development at Ubisoft, aiming for a traditional open-world FPS experience with a focus on emergent gameplay. This project is said to be built on the foundations of a previously rumored title, Maverick, which explored extraction shooter elements and a strict time limit. While details are scarce and the game is not expected soon, it represents Ubisoft's continued investment in the franchise following Far Cry 6.
Ubisoft Gives Free PC Copies to Xbox Owners of Select Games
Ubisoft is offering free PC copies of select games to owners of those games on Xbox platforms. This promotion aims to provide PC access to players who have already purchased titles on an Xbox console.
13 Ubisoft games go free on PC if you own them on Xbox
Ubisoft has launched a program allowing players who own select digital Ubisoft titles on Xbox to also receive the PC version for free. This initiative includes 13 games such as Assassin's Creed Mirage, Far Cry 6, and Rainbow Six Siege. While cross-progression is supported for earned content, in-game currencies and consumables will not transfer between platforms.
Xbox grants PC versions of select Ubisoft games to digital copy owners
Xbox and Ubisoft have partnered to grant PC versions of select Ubisoft digital titles to players who own them on Xbox. This program includes franchises like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six. The PC versions are still rolling out and will continue until August 4, with in-game content like Season Passes also transferring.
