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UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave hangs on to the top 10
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 27 debuting at number one. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave remains in the top ten, holding the eighth position.
Games Inbox: Is the next Super Mario game open world?
Readers discuss the potential for the next 3D Super Mario game to be open world, drawing parallels to Zelda and Bowser's Fury. Other topics include the 30th anniversary of Super Mario 64, the gameplay of Marvel's Wolverine, criticism of Xbox executives, the viability of a Ganondorf game, Sony's potential U-turn on game discs, the decline of Rare, the unchanging nature of EA Sports FC, and performance issues in Star Wars Zero Company.
Rainbow Six Tactics game director says Ubisoft moved away from the 'smoke and mirrors' experience and Mario +…
Rainbow Six Tactics game director Martial Potron stated that the development team drew inspiration from Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids series to understand tactical game design. Potron explained that the team shifted from the typical 'smoke and mirrors' approach of games like Ghost Recon to a more precise, chess-like philosophy for the turn-based tactics genre. Rainbow Six Tactics is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
The Division 2 Survivors is an upcoming ‘winter survival experience’ that’s taking names for testing
Ubisoft has announced The Division 2 Survivors, a standalone winter survival experience based on the first game's Survival mode. Set in a transformed Washington D.C., the game will feature dynamic weather, loot, and extraction points, with both PvE and PvP modes available. Sign-ups for an upcoming testing phase are now open.
Ubisoft: Rayman Legends Retold at launch includes map, lithographs, slipcase & Rayman Origins Enhanced
Ubisoft has detailed the contents of the launch edition for Rayman Legends Retold. This special edition will include a printed map of the Glade of Dreams, three lithographs, an exclusive slipcase, and copies of both Rayman Legends Retold and Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.
Yes, Beyond Good & Evil 2 Is Somehow Still In Development
Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains in development hell, with lead writer Rik Godwin confirming he is working on the title in a support role. The game, first announced in 2008 and re-revealed in 2017, has seen minimal visible progress and is unlikely to release this console generation.
Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids team reportedly came close to making an "ambitious" Zelda game starring Ganondorf, but it wasn't to be
Ubisoft Milan, the studio behind Mario + Rabbids, reportedly pitched an "ambitious" Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf to Nintendo. Despite initial interest, Nintendo eventually rejected the prototype in late 2023, leading to the project's cancellation and the departure of co-creator Davide Soliani. Conversations between the two companies have since reportedly broken down.
First Impressions: The Division 2’s Echoes of Central Park might be great, but it doesn’t show its hand very fast
First impressions of The Division 2's Echoes of Central Park DLC reveal a strong horror atmosphere and intriguing narrative setup, but concerns remain about underdeveloped gameplay features like companions and potentially unfinished mechanics. While the spooky vibes and story hooks are promising, the core gameplay loop and companion AI felt uninspired in the preview build.
After nearly 19 years in development hell, Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 2 is somehow still showing signs of life
Despite being originally announced in 2008 and facing prolonged development challenges, Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 2 is reportedly still in development. A developer from Ubisoft Bordeaux confirmed they have been working on the game, offering a glimmer of hope for its eventual release after nearly two decades.
Zelda-Like PS5 Adventure Game Just $5.99 on PlayStation Store
Ubisoft's action-adventure game Immortals Fenyx Rising Gold Edition is available for $5.99 on the PlayStation Store as part of a limited-time Autumn Adventures promotion. The deal, which includes the base game and season pass content, ends in two weeks. The game is also currently available on the PS Plus Extra catalog.
Ubisoft-anställd försäkrar återigen att Beyond Good & Evil 2 lever
Ubisoft employee Rik Godwin has stated that Beyond Good & Evil 2 is still in development, despite its long and troubled history since its initial announcement 18 years ago. While a previous version of the game was scrapped, Godwin's recent involvement suggests the project is still active, though its current state and release window remain unknown.
Despite everything, Beyond Good and Evil 2 still exists: Assassin's Creed Shadows DLC writer has been working on it…
Despite years of silence and speculation about its cancellation, Beyond Good and Evil 2 is reportedly still in development. Rik Godwin, lead writer for Assassin's Creed Shadows, has confirmed his involvement in a support role for the long-gestating title. The game has faced numerous challenges, including the departure of its original director and the passing of its creative director.
Ubisoft was reportedly working on a new Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf, only for Nintendo to shoot it down
Ubisoft Milan reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf to Nintendo, which was codenamed Goliath. After initial approval, Nintendo rejected the prototype by the end of 2023, leading to the project's cancellation. This cancellation is speculated to be the reason why key developers left Ubisoft to form their own studio.
The Division 2 bjuder på en stor genomgång av expansionen Echoes of Central Park
Ubisoft Massive has released a detailed video preview of The Division 2's upcoming expansion, Echoes of Central Park, set to launch on November 3rd. The DLC will introduce Central Park and parts of the Upper West Side as explorable areas, featuring new threats, equipment, and an endgame mode.
Ganondorf almost got his own Zelda spin-off by Ubisoft claims report
A report claims that Ubisoft Milan pitched a Legend of Zelda spin-off game codenamed 'Goliath' to Nintendo, which would have featured Ganondorf as the playable protagonist. The prototype was reportedly built in late 2023 but was rejected by Nintendo in November 2023. Discussions for other collaborations between Ubisoft and Nintendo have since broken down.
Ubisoft hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale, lowest prices ever for Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection, Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, more
Ubisoft is hosting a sale on the Nintendo eShop, offering significant discounts on various titles including Assassin's Creed: The Ezio Collection and Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition. The sale also features deals on Assassin's Creed Shadows, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and multiple Mario + Rabbids games, with prices reaching new lows.
Rainbow Six Tactics game director says players can't repeatedly play their favorite Operators because of the game's fatigue and injury system — 'It's a way to push players to use their tools and shuffle their roster'
Rainbow Six Tactics will implement fatigue and injury systems to prevent players from repeatedly using their favorite Operators, encouraging roster diversity. Game director Martial Potron stated these mechanics emphasize the human element of the special agents and push players to utilize their full toolkit. The game is set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
Nintendo Reportedly Canceled A Ubisoft-Developed Zelda Game Starring Ganondorf
Nintendo reportedly canceled a Legend of Zelda spin-off game developed by Ubisoft Milan that would have starred Ganondorf. The prototype was rejected in late 2023, leading to the departure of director Davide Soliani and other team members to form their own studio. Ubisoft attempted to pitch other IPs like Star Fox and Mario, but these were also unsuccessful.
Nintendo and Ubisoft partnered for a Zelda game that was eventually canned
Ubisoft Milan pitched a cancelled game to Nintendo set in The Legend of Zelda universe, tentatively titled Project Goliath. Nintendo expressed interest but requested the game star Ganondorf instead of an unknown protagonist, a change that ultimately did not lead to the game's development.
The Rogue Prince of Persia won’t be getting any additional updates
Evil Empire has announced that the Anniversary Update will be the final update for The Rogue Prince of Persia, marking the end of its development. The studio expressed gratitude to the over one million players who supported the game, their first project. Separately, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown was offered as a limited-time free trial to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
