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Ubisoft reportedly wasted 3 years turning Beyond Good & Evil 2 into a live-service Fortnite killer, but now it's a single-player-focused game with co-op
Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 2 has reportedly undergone multiple significant shifts in development, transitioning from a live-service game inspired by Fortnite and Destiny to a single-player focused title with optional co-op. The game has allegedly been in pre-production for years, with its creative direction constantly changing, leading to uncertainty about its eventual release.
MMO Week in Review: Funcom’s folly
Funcom has confirmed significant layoffs and the stepping down of its CEO as part of a restructuring effort. The company will now focus on its existing titles, Dune: Awakening and Conan Exiles. This news comes amidst a broader week of MMO updates, including RuneScape halting its Reignited plans and Enshrouded launching its 1.0 release.
Ubisoft to close Trials studio RedLynx, downsize Ubisoft Singapore
Ubisoft is closing its Finnish developer RedLynx and reducing staff at Ubisoft Singapore, impacting over 100 jobs as part of a company-wide restructuring. RedLynx, known for the Trials series, will cease operations, while Ubisoft Singapore, responsible for Skull and Bones, will shift focus to supporting other teams. These changes are part of Ubisoft's broader effort to become a more agile and disciplined organization.
Ubisoft’s latest round of layoffs shuts down another studio and cuts into Skull and Bones staff
Ubisoft has announced another round of layoffs, impacting over 100 employees. The company is closing its Finnish studio RedLynx, known for the Trials series, resulting in 52 job losses. Additionally, 70 jobs are being cut from Ubisoft Singapore, the developer of Skull and Bones, as part of a restructuring into a 'Creative Houses' model.
Ubisoft’s Latest Restructuring Plan Puts Trials Developer RedLynx On The Chopping Block
Ubisoft is undergoing significant restructuring, which includes a proposal to shut down Trials developer RedLynx and lay off 72 employees at its Ubisoft Singapore studio. The closure of RedLynx, which is currently not working on a new project, is a proposed economic measure affecting its 52 employees. Ubisoft Singapore, the lead developer for Skull and Bones, is also impacted by workforce reductions.
Ubisoft are making layoffs at Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced studio Ubisoft Singapore while closing Trials creators Redlynx, according to report
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to close its Finnish studio RedLynx, known for the Trials series, and lay off approximately 70 employees at Ubisoft Singapore, which worked on Assassin's Creed Black Flag and Skull and Bones. These actions are part of a wider studio review and follow previous staff cuts and ongoing strikes at other Ubisoft locations.
Ubisoft Cuts 70 Staff From Skull and Bones Dev, Shuts Down Trials Studio RedLynx
Ubisoft has undergone further staff reductions, with 70 employees laid off from the Skull and Bones development team. Additionally, the company has shut down RedLynx, the studio known for the Trials series, as part of ongoing restructuring.
Trials Studio Facing Closure, Ubisoft Singapore to Get Hit by Layoffs Impacting 70 Employees – Rumor
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to close its Finland-based studio RedLynx, known for the Trials franchise, resulting in 52 job cuts. Additionally, Ubisoft Singapore will undergo layoffs impacting 70 employees as part of a larger restructuring effort. These decisions come as Ubisoft aims to streamline operations and manage its workforce effectively.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Free Play Days – FARCRY 6, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Skull and Bones, The Crew Motorfest
Ubisoft is offering five of its titles for free play on Xbox from October 1st to October 4th. The games available are Far Cry 6, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Skull and Bones, and The Crew Motorfest. Players with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential memberships can access these games by navigating to the Free Play Days collection in the Xbox Store.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 25: GOG.com Autumn Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Autumn Sale featuring DRM-free titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. Other notable sales are happening on Steam, the Ubisoft Store, and the Epic Games Store, with discounts on a wide variety of games across multiple platforms.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 18: Steam Party-Based RPG Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Party-Based RPG Fest with discounts on titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Several publishers like Capcom, Square Enix, Sega, and Bandai Namco are participating in the Tokyo Game Show sales, while Ubisoft offers discounts and free copies of For Honor for its 40th anniversary.
MMO Week in Review: Way too early access
This week's MMO news covers the early access launch of Stars Reach, which some consider premature. Other highlights include a look at Guild Wars 3's Kodan, Daybreak's acquisition of Cold Iron Studios, new content for EverQuest Legends, and an analysis of the survival game Stormforge. The article also touches on various other MMO updates, rumors, and industry discussions.
Skull and Bones’ Y3S2 Crimson Waters update is here, and it’s all about your Junk
The Y3S2 Crimson Waters update for Skull and Bones has been released, introducing a new damage-focused ship called 'Your Junk'. This ship can be used for combat, including taking on the Abyssal Fleet in the Indian Ocean, and can also be decorated and used for docking.
OG Assassin's Creed Black Flag devs "had a lot of teething difficulties" trying to nail down the…
Jean Guesdon, creative director for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, discussed the significant challenges faced during development, particularly in transitioning from focused naval missions to a seamless open-world sailing experience. Despite initial difficulties, the game successfully integrated extensive naval gameplay, which later influenced other Ubisoft titles like Skull and Bones.
Is Assassin's Creed Mirage Backwards Compatible on PC?
Assassin's Creed Mirage is confirmed to be backwards compatible on PC, allowing players who own certain Ubisoft titles on Xbox to claim a free PC digital copy via Ubisoft Connect. This offer includes several other new Ubisoft games such as Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Xbox Players Can Now Claim Free PC Versions Of These Ubisoft Games
Xbox has expanded its partnership with Ubisoft, allowing players who own certain Ubisoft titles on console to claim free PC versions through the Ubisoft Connect app. Thirteen games are currently available, with more premium editions of Ubisoft titles also accessible via the Xbox PC app. This initiative is part of Xbox's broader efforts to enhance its PC gaming offerings and digital ecosystem.
Xbox owners of these 13 Ubisoft titles can claim the PC editions at no cost
A new partnership between Microsoft and Ubisoft allows Xbox owners of 13 specific Ubisoft titles to claim the PC versions for free via the Xbox App on PC. This offer applies to digital purchases and does not extend in the opposite direction, meaning PC purchases do not grant Xbox versions. Eligible games include titles like Assassin's Creed Mirage, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and The Crew Motorfest.
Xbox and Ubisoft console-to-PC collab lets users access games cross-device "at no additional cost"
Xbox and Ubisoft have expanded their partnership, allowing players who own digital console versions of select games to access the PC version via Ubisoft Connect at no additional cost. This offer includes titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws, with a progressive rollout for existing owners until August 4.
Ubisoft is letting owners of its Xbox games play select titles for free on PC as part of a new partnership with Microsoft
Ubisoft and Microsoft have partnered to allow owners of select Ubisoft digital titles on Xbox to play them on PC via Ubisoft Connect at no additional cost. This initiative includes games like Assassin's Creed Mirage and Far Cry 6, with previously purchased titles expected to appear by August 4th. While DLC transfers, consumable items and in-game currency may not. Additionally, premium editions of several Ubisoft games are now available on the Xbox app for PC.
