Assassin's Creed Black Flag
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Clint Hocking has left Ubisoft again, stepping down as creative director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe. Jean Guesdon, known for his work on Black Flag and Origins, will take over as creative director for Hexe and lead the entire Assassin's Creed series. Little is known about Hexe, but theories suggest it will focus on the witch trials in the Holy Roman Empire and feature a more linear experience where players control a witch named Elsa.
Skull and Bones | A Hearty Pirate RPG
Skull and Bones is a pirate-themed MMORPG from Ubisoft that allows players to create a captain and build a pirate empire in the Indian Ocean. The game features extensive ship customization, naval combat, trade routes, and supernatural elements. Players can engage in quests given by various NPCs, upgrade their ships, and craft new weapons and armor. The Smuggler Pass offers cosmetic rewards, and while PvP is optional, it is present in certain world events. The reviewer highly recommends the game for fans of pirate lore and naval combat.
Assassin's Creed 3 director discusses the disastrous launch of Skull and Bones, says the 'junior' devs didn't have enough experience and were 'trying to essentially make Black Flag crossed with World of Tanks or World of Warships'
Alex Hutchinson, creative director of Assassin's Creed 3, believes the troubled development and launch of Skull and Bones stemmed from a junior development team lacking experience and the concept being too similar to previously released games. He described the idea as 'bizarre' and 'stale,' comparing the team's ambition to merging Black Flag with naval combat games like World of Tanks.
Assassin's Creed gets biggest shake-up yet as Hexe director leaves Ubisoft
Clint Hocking, the creative director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe, has departed from Ubisoft. Development will continue under new creative director Jean Guesdon, who will also oversee the franchise's direction at Vantage Studios alongside Martin Schelling and François de Billy. This departure follows other recent changes within the Assassin's Creed brand at Ubisoft.
"Ideas have a window, they age out and become stale" - Assassin's Creed 3 director Alex Hutchinson outlines what went wrong with Skull and Bones
Alex Hutchinson, creative director for Assassin's Creed 3 and Far Cry 4, believes that the core ideas for Skull and Bones had become stale by the time of its development. He also cited a lack of experience within the primary development team as a major factor contributing to the game's difficult production and eventual struggles.
Ubisoft announces new Assassin's Creed leadership team
Ubisoft has announced a new leadership team for its Assassin's Creed franchise within its Vantage Studios creative house. Martin Schelling, Jean Guesdon, and François de Billy will lead the brand strategy, creative direction, and production excellence, respectively. This announcement comes as part of a larger company restructuring that includes partnerships and the cancellation of some games.
New Assassin's Creed "Leadership Team" Revealed by Ubisoft
Ubisoft has announced a new leadership team for the Assassin's Creed franchise, appointing Martin Schelling as Head of Brand, Jean Guesdon as Head of Content, and Francois de Billy as Head of Production Excellence. These individuals bring extensive experience from previous Assassin's Creed titles like Black Flag, Valhalla, and Origins. This announcement follows the departure of former franchise boss Marc-Alexis Côté and a broader company restructuring that included layoffs and the cancellation of the Prince of Persia remake.
Ubisoft picks series veterans for new Assassin's Creed leadership team
Ubisoft's subsidiary Vantage Studios has appointed Martin Schelling as Head of Assassin's Creed Brand, Jean Guesdon as Head of Content, and François de Billy as Head of Production Excellence. These series veterans will lead the brand's strategy, creative direction, and production practices.
Ubisoft Teases Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Remake – What’s New?
Ubisoft has teased a potential remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag through social media and hints at enhanced wildlife ecosystems and a revamped combat system. Leaks and studio involvement suggest Ubisoft Singapore, known for its naval combat expertise, may be leading the project. While not officially confirmed, the evidence points towards an exciting revival of the beloved pirate adventure.
Assassins Creed Games in Order: A Comprehensive Timeline for Fans
This guide provides a comprehensive timeline of the Assassin's Creed franchise by Ubisoft, detailing the release order and chronological placement of each main title and spin-off. It highlights key characters, settings, and gameplay evolution across the series, from the original Assassin's Creed in 2007 to Assassin's Creed: Mirage in 2023. The article also addresses frequently asked questions regarding game order and series rankings.
