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Ubisoft has hired Christoph Hartmann, formerly of Amazon Games, to lead its new creative house. Separately, a former director from Unreal Engine has retired from Epic Games after 15 years.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Is Officially Steam Deck Verified
Ubisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is now Steam Deck Verified, confirming its compatibility with Valve's handheld. The game features new additions like ray-tracing and dynamic weather, and is also set to release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Global Release Timings Revealed, Preloading Live on Xbox
Ubisoft has revealed the global release timings for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, with PC and GeForce Now launching on July 9th at 7 AM PDT/10 AM EST, while consoles will release at midnight local time. Pre-loading is available for Xbox Series X/S, with PC and PS5 players able to start on July 7th. This remake of the 2013 title features rebuilt visuals, a new combat system, and improved parkour.
Former 2K Games President Joins Ubisoft’s Creative House 2 as Its New General Manager
Christoph Hartmann, former president of 2K Games, has been appointed as the new general manager for Ubisoft's Creative House 2. He will oversee Tom Clancy franchises including The Division, Ghost Recon, and Splinter Cell. Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot expressed confidence in Hartmann's leadership to build lasting franchises.
Monopoly Star Wars: Heroes vs. Villains review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Monopoly Star Wars: Heroes vs. Villains for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 offers a strategic digital adaptation of the classic board game with new mechanics like team-based gameplay and Influence Points. Developed by Behavior Interactive and published by Ubisoft, the game introduces unique character abilities and combat encounters. While it provides an innovative experience, performance issues, particularly with Ubisoft Connect integration on PlayStation 5, and the inherent limitations of Monopoly as a video game hold it back from being a must-buy, though it may appeal to fans of the franchise and digital board games.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced has been confirmed as Steam Deck Verified
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will be Steam Deck Verified upon its July 9th launch, with raytracing and dynamic weather features expected to function on the handheld. The remake, developed by Ubisoft Singapore, features refined combat, stealth, parkour, and deeper naval mechanics, along with new narrative content. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
This Week In Games Was Bad, But Next Week May Be Worse
The gaming industry experienced a particularly bleak week with multiple significant layoffs, studio closures, and price increases. Microsoft's Xbox division saw widespread job cuts, while Sony announced plans to end physical disc production for PlayStation games by 2028. These events, coupled with delays and the ongoing impact of AI discussions, paint a grim picture for the industry's immediate future.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains review – board game conversion
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains is a Star Wars-themed party game loosely based on Monopoly, developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Ubisoft. While it offers numerous Star Wars touches and a polished presentation, it suffers from laborious AI turns and an overreliance on dice rolls, making it less interactive when played solo. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Ubisoft appoints former 2K and Amazon exec Christoph Hartmann to lead Creative House 2, overseeing Splinter Cell, The Division and Ghost Recon
Ubisoft has appointed industry veteran Christoph Hartmann as General Manager of its newly formed Creative House 2. This business unit will oversee major franchises including Splinter Cell, The Division, and Ghost Recon, as well as the recently acquired MOBA game March of Giants. Hartmann previously founded 2K Games and led Amazon's games division.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced star once alleged Ubisoft threatened to sue him over his remake tease, but now…
Ubisoft is now using actor Matt Ryan's tease of an Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake, which previously led to alleged threats of a lawsuit, as part of the marketing for the upcoming title, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Ryan, who played Edward Kenway, is featured in a new video acknowledging the leaks and confirming the game's release.
Ubisoft Barcelona staff goes on strike over proposed layoffs
Ubisoft Barcelona employees have initiated strikes lasting until July 17, protesting proposed layoffs that could affect 51 workers. The studio is set to be restructured to focus solely on the Rainbow Six franchise. Workers are demanding job security, adherence to internal promotions, improved salary and benefits, and a return to a 60% remote work model.
Developers at a Ubisoft studio have gone on strike in response to the publisher's latest round of sweeping layoffs
Developers at Ubisoft Barcelona have gone on strike protesting recent layoffs and demanding job security, a return to remote work, and the approval of internal promotions. The strike, organized by the union La Confederación General del Trabajo, is part of ongoing turmoil for Ubisoft following studio closures and restructuring.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs Villains Review - A board game far far away
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs Villains offers a team-based twist on the classic board game, aligning players with either the Heroes or Villains of the Star Wars universe. While it pays homage to the films with its art and music, the game suffers from repetitive gameplay, limited references to TV shows, and frustrating menu controls. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Builds on Shadows’ Combat, But It’s More “Skill-Based”
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, developed by Ubisoft Singapore, features a modernized, hitbox-based combat system that emphasizes parrying and skillful use of tools, building upon the foundation of Assassin's Creed Shadows. While the hidden blades are now a takedown action rather than a primary weapon, the combat is designed to be more fluid and action-oriented. The remake is set to launch on July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains launch trailer –
Ubisoft has released the launch trailer for Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, a team-based twist on the classic board game developed by Behavior Interactive. The game features iconic Star Wars locations, heroes, and villains with unique abilities, and uses Influence Points to determine victory. It is available on Nintendo Switch both digitally and at retail.
Minecraft, Call Of Duty Community Servers Are “Illegal,” Claims ESA Rep
An Entertainment Software Association (ESA) representative claimed that private community servers for Minecraft and Call of Duty are illegal and constitute piracy. Jennifer Gibbons, the ESA's vice president of state government affairs, argued that these servers are not affiliated with Microsoft and do not adhere to the same safety standards as official servers. The 'Stop Killing Games' movement has vowed to continue advocating for game preservation and the legality of community servers in future legislation.
Review – Monopoly: Star Wars – Heroes vs. Villains (PlayStation 5)
Monopoly: Star Wars – Heroes vs. Villains offers a fresh take on the classic board game with team-based gameplay, unique character abilities, and cinematic battles. While the Star Wars presentation, music, and C-3PO narration capture the film's atmosphere effectively, the tutorials can be lengthy. Overall, it provides a fun and strategic multiplayer experience, especially for Star Wars fans.
Opinion: Everything hurts and no one knows when the pain will end
The article discusses the ongoing financial struggles and mass layoffs within the game industry, attributing them to a combination of economic factors, executive mismanagement, and alleged abuses of power. The author, Bryant Francis, shares personal coping mechanisms for dealing with the constant stream of bad news and emphasizes the need for the industry to learn from past mistakes.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has "modernized the combat" of the original but is more…
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced modernizes the original game's combat with a hitbox-based, reactive system and a new parry mechanic, aiming for a fluid experience that builds upon the foundation of Assassin's Creed Shadows. Tech director Jussi Markkanen stated the goal was to balance the original's feel with contemporary expectations. The remake will launch on July 9 and will not feature missable achievements or difficulty-tied trophies.
Ground Branch, a first-person tactical shooter from an original Rainbow Six dev, is finally hitting v1.0 after eight years in early access
Ground Branch, a realistic tactical shooter developed by BlackFoot Studios, is launching its version 1.0 after eight years in Early Access on July 16. The full release will include the long-awaited campaign, a new prologue, and an extraction mode. The developers plan to continue adding content post-launch, including single-player chapters and a mod kit.
