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Ubisoft Has Delayed Rayman Legends Retold Just a Few Weeks Before Its Planned Release Date
Ubisoft has announced a delay for Rayman Legends Retold, pushing its release from October to December. This postponement comes just weeks before its originally planned launch.
Rayman Legends Retold has been delayed, statement shared
Rayman Legends Retold has been delayed from its original October 1 release date to December 3, 2026. The development team stated they are taking extra time to ensure every detail receives the necessary care, despite the game having officially gone gold. A Game Overview trailer and hands-on impressions are still planned for September 22.
Rayman Legends Retold Delayed to December 3rd
Ubisoft has delayed the release of Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 platformer, from October 1st to December 3rd. The company cited a need for extra time to ensure quality, with a new overview trailer and hands-on impressions planned for September 22nd. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC for $39.99, and includes new content.
StarCraft is a narrative-driven shooter with 'a definitive ending' and 'not a seasonal game'
Blizzard Entertainment announced a new StarCraft game, described by GM and creative director Dan Hay as a narrative-driven, open-world shooter with a definitive ending, not a seasonal live-service title. Set 70 years after StarCraft 2, the game will feature a customizable protagonist and allow players to explore a rich world, engage in serious missions with narrative consequences, and scavenge for gear. The game is slated for a 2030 release.
StarCraft is back, but it's not the RTS you remember - it's an open-world shooter coming spring 2030
Blizzard Entertainment announced a new StarCraft game at BlizzCon 2026, set to launch in spring 2030. This installment will be an open-world shooter, a departure from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots. The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic trailer, and the game is currently only showing an Xbox logo, suggesting exclusivity.
Inside Ubisoft Philippines: Our Studio Tour and a Closer Look at Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
A studio tour of Ubisoft Philippines revealed the significant contributions of its developers to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, including co-developing complete features, locations, and systems. The studio has grown over a decade, showcasing expertise in art, animation, world-building, and more, working closely with other Ubisoft studios. The feature highlights the pride Filipino developers have in their work on AAA titles and their role in shaping the future of global game development.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Leads Ubisoft’s Steam Test
Ubisoft is testing a new "Ubisoft Connect Services" tool that removes the separate launcher requirement for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on Steam. This aims to retain features like cross-progression and cross-play while streamlining the launch experience. The company stated this is an initial step and may expand to more Ubisoft games on Steam in the future.
Ubisoft testar att ta bort kravet på Ubisoft Connect för sina spel på Steam
Ubisoft is testing the removal of its Ubisoft Connect requirement for games on Steam. Instead of a separate launcher, an integrated tool will handle background services like progress synchronization and challenges. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the first title to adopt this new system, with more games planned for migration.
State of the Unions: the rise of unionisation in games workplaces
The video games industry is experiencing a significant rise in unionization as workers seek better labor rights and protections against harsh working conditions. Unions like SAG-AFTRA, ZeniMax workers, and various groups at major studios have successfully advocated for improved pay, AI protections, and remote work policies. Representatives from IWGB, Solidaires Informatique, and the Polish Gamedev Workers Union highlight global progress and ongoing challenges, emphasizing the growing power of collective bargaining.
Ubisoft is 'testing' making its games far less annoying to launch on Steam
Ubisoft is testing a new method to launch its games on Steam without requiring the separate Ubisoft Connect desktop application. This change, starting with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, aims to streamline the player experience, though a Ubisoft Connect account will likely still be necessary for features like cross-progression. The publisher plans to roll out this improved integration to other titles in the future, addressing long-standing player frustrations with multi-launcher requirements.
Beloved Ubisoft Game Series Makes Surprise PlayStation 5 Return Next Month
Ubisoft's Just Dance franchise is returning with Just Dance: Decades of Hits on October 13, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and November 10, 2026, for Nintendo Switch. The game features 35 new songs from various decades, an Adventure Mode, and supports up to six players.
Ubisoft games on Steam may soon no longer require the pesky Connect launcher, according to an announcement post that's weirdly tough to pin down
Ubisoft is reportedly testing a new tool that will allow Steam players to access Ubisoft game features without needing to launch the Ubisoft Connect PC launcher. This initial step, being tested with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, aims to streamline the launch experience on Steam and may eventually roll out to more Ubisoft titles.
Ubisoft Steam games to no longer require the Connect launcher, in "initial step toward a smoother and more streamlined launch experience"
Ubisoft is removing the requirement for its Connect launcher to start games on Steam, beginning with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. This change aims to streamline the launch experience for players, though future account linking requirements remain unclear. The publisher plans to roll out this new tool to more Steam titles over time.
A new Ubisoft Steam tool could lead to a launcher-free future for its games
Ubisoft is testing a new Steam tool that could allow its games to function without requiring the Ubisoft Connect launcher to be installed or run separately. This feature, starting with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, aims to streamline the PC gaming experience by integrating services directly into Steam, potentially expanding to other major Ubisoft franchises like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry.
Ubisoft answers our prayers of "a simpler launch experience on Steam" by axing its own PC launcher, starting…
Ubisoft is removing its mandatory PC launcher for Steam games, starting with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. This change aims to provide a simpler and more streamlined launch experience for players, integrating features like cross-progression and cross-play directly through Steam without requiring the Ubisoft Connect PC launcher to be installed or launched separately. The company plans to progressively roll out this new system to more Ubisoft games on Steam in the future.
Far Cry 3 Classic Edition, Far Cry Blood Dragon coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Ubisoft has announced that Far Cry 3 Classic Edition and Far Cry: Blood Dragon are planned for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027. This news follows other recent announcements of classic titles coming to the new platform.
Inspired by the success of games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, French president Emmanuel Macron declares 'videogames are part of our culture' and announces a new international gaming festival
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the creation of a new international videogame festival in France, emphasizing that video games are a significant part of the nation's culture and heritage. Inspired by the success of French games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the festival aims to celebrate creativity, innovation, gamers, and the industry on a global scale.
Xbox’s Disc-To-Digital Program Has A Big Problem: Several Major Publishers Aren’t Participating
Xbox's disc-to-digital program is facing significant limitations as major publishers like Sega, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and Bandai Namco are not participating. This means physical copies of many popular games, including Far Cry 4, Final Fantasy 15, and Dark Souls 3, cannot be converted to digital licenses. This lack of participation raises concerns for game preservation, especially given Square Enix's history of requiring repurchase for new console generations.
Xbox disc-to-digital missing Elden Ring and Final Fantasy as publishers including Bandai Namco, Square Enix, Ubisoft,…
Microsoft's new Xbox disc-to-digital initiative is facing criticism as major publishers like Bandai Namco, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and Sega are reportedly not supporting the program. This means popular games such as Elden Ring and Final Fantasy will not be eligible, raising concerns about its effectiveness as a game preservation tool.
Major 2025 PS5 RPG Half Price on PlayStation Store, All DLC Included
The Premium Edition of Assassin's Creed Shadows for PlayStation 5 is currently available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $54.99 until September 10. This special offer includes the base game along with all its downloadable content, such as new gear, weapons, a mount, and the Claws of Awaji expansion.
