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Ubisoft Confirms New Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon Games by 2029
Ubisoft has confirmed plans to release new titles in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by fiscal year 2029, aiming to recover from record financial losses. The company also intends to leverage Artificial Intelligence in game development and enhance its live service offerings with titles like Rainbow Six Siege.
Ubisoft confirms new Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon games are in the works and will launch by March 2029, alongside the 'first playable Generative AI experience'
Ubisoft has announced plans to release new titles in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by March 2029, aiming for higher quality standards following recent restructuring. The company is also developing its first playable Generative AI experience to enhance player engagement and development efficiency. Despite a projected low point in free cash flow for FY2026-27 due to restructuring costs and a softer release slate, Ubisoft is focused on growing its live service games and delivering new content.
New Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Ghost Recon games will release by early 2029 say Ubisoft, who're also dumping cash into a "first playable generative AI experience"
Ubisoft plans to release new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by early 2029, aiming to revitalize its financial performance. The company is also increasing investment in its "first playable generative AI experience" called Teammates, alongside other AI applications for game development.
Ubisoft Financials Show Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Ghost Recon Plans
Ubisoft's financial report for the Full-Year 2025-26 indicates that Q4 net bookings exceeded expectations, though they are down 54% year-on-year. The report also outlines plans for the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises.
Somehow, Ubisoft returned: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Ghost Recon each to get new games despite $1.5 billion loss
Despite reporting a $1.5 billion loss, Ubisoft is moving forward with new installments in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises. The company does not anticipate returning to profitability until the 2027-28 fiscal year.
Beyond Good and Evil 2 and Splinter Cell Missing in Ubisoft's Future Plans
Ubisoft's recent fiscal year report and conference call omitted any mention of Beyond Good and Evil 2 and the Splinter Cell Remake, despite their long development cycles. The company is focusing its future content pipeline on major brands like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry, alongside live services for Rainbow Six Siege, while anticipating a financially challenging next year.
Ubisoft Shares Release Windows For Assassin’s Creed Hexe, New Far Cry And Ghost Recon Games
Ubisoft has shared projected release windows for upcoming titles including Assassin's Creed Hexe, a new Far Cry game, and a new Ghost Recon game, aiming for the 2027-28 and 2028-29 financial years. The company also mentioned targeted premium games based on established brands for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, with Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced slated for July 9.
Ubisoft confirms new Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon games are coming before April 2029
Ubisoft has confirmed that new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises are slated for release before March 2029. The company also highlighted its accelerated investment in generative AI technologies, including its "Teammates" experience.
Ubisoft says expect more Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon in the next 3 years, and "a return to…
Ubisoft plans to release more titles in its flagship Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises over the next three years, aiming for higher quality standards and a sustained release cadence. The company is also increasing investment in generative AI technology and in-game AI companions to enhance player experiences.
Ubisoft Promises New Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon Games All by March 2029
Ubisoft has announced plans to release new installments in its major franchises, including Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon, by the end of March 2029. This commitment signals a significant pipeline of upcoming titles for the publisher.
Ubisoft Shares Release Windows For Assassin's Creed Hexe, New Far Cry And Ghost Recon Games
Ubisoft has shared release windows for upcoming titles including Assassin's Creed Hexe, new Far Cry, and Ghost Recon games, projecting their arrival in the 2027-28 and 2028-29 fiscal years. The company also confirmed targeted premium games for fiscal year 2026-2027 and highlighted strong preorder momentum for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, set to launch on July 9 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Ubisoft Parries Latest Assassin's Creed Leak, Calls It "Misinformation"
Ubisoft has addressed a leaked image purportedly from the upcoming multiplayer game Assassin's Creed Invictus, labeling it as heavily altered misinformation, likely using AI. The company stated that official details will be shared when appropriate, while also confirming the cancellation of another multiplayer project, Assassin's Creed League. The Assassin's Creed franchise is now overseen by Vantage Studios.
2017's Ghost Recon Wildlands is a gloriously chaotic shooter that's more than the sum of its parts
Ghost Recon Wildlands, released in 2017, is a gloriously chaotic open-world tactical shooter that offers a sprawling world and engaging gameplay loops. Despite some repetition in missions and a lack of deep stealth mechanics, the game's emergent chaos and satisfying tactical moments make it a worthwhile experience. The article highlights the game's strengths in its early missions and its ability to create memorable, unplanned scenarios.
chaotic works: UK BASED - BEDROOM BUILDERS & AAA VETS FROM USA TO POLAND
chaotic works, an independent UK-based studio founded in 2023, is developing its debut title, Project S, a premium multiplayer PC and console game aiming to redefine the open-world experience. The studio, comprised of indie developers and veterans from franchises like Fallout and Far Cry, emphasizes emergent, systemic gameplay and strong social dynamics. Project S is currently in closed playtesting and focuses on creating challenging, dynamic gameworlds where players forge bonds and rivalries.
Far Cry TV series showrunner says he's 'not specifically adapting any of the games,' and the creative director of Far Cry 4 doesn't care for that very much
Noah Hawley, showrunner for the upcoming Far Cry TV series, stated he is not adapting any specific game in the franchise, opting instead for an anthology format. This approach has drawn criticism from the creative director of Far Cry 4, who expressed disagreement with Hawley's interpretation of the series' narrative potential.
Noah Hawley says his Far Cry TV show won't be adapting any of the games, and is instead betting on an anthology format
Noah Hawley, leading the upcoming Far Cry TV series, has confirmed that the show will not adapt any specific game but will instead adopt an anthology format. Each season will tell a different story, similar to Hawley's approach with Fargo, focusing on civilized people becoming uncivilized in challenging situations. This approach aims to leverage the franchise's nature of releasing distinct stories with each new game.
Far Cry showrunner believes "games are built in a way that doesn't make for the best drama," so he's…
Showrunner Noah Hawley is developing a new adaptation for the Far Cry franchise, but it will not be based on any specific game. Hawley believes that video games are not inherently structured for effective dramatic adaptation, and he intends to engage in a dialogue with the franchise to create a unique story.
Benoit Richer, Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe game director, leaves Ubisoft
Benoit Richer, the game director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, has left Ubisoft to co-found a new independent studio called Servo Games. Richer is the third key team member to depart the project, following Marc-Alexis Côté and Clint Hocking. Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe was announced in 2022 and is being developed at Vantage Studios.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The showrunner for the upcoming Far Cry series, Noah Hawley, has confirmed it will be an anthology and will not directly adapt the video games. Separately, the original soundtrack for Crimson Desert has been released.
Far Cry Showrunner Thinks Game Stories Don’t Matter for TV
Far Cry showrunner Noah Hawley believes game stories are not well-suited for television adaptations, citing that players often skip cutscenes. He plans to create an original story for the upcoming Far Cry TV series, rather than directly adapting existing game narratives. This approach has sparked debate among fans regarding the respect for source material versus the needs of a different medium.
