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Assassin's Creed Hexe is at least one year away, insider claims
Insider NateTheHate claims that Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe is unlikely to launch before the second half of 2027, suggesting a reveal is not imminent. The game, which is said to feature witchcraft in the Middle Ages, has seen departures of key development staff, including director Benoit Richer and creative director Clint Hocking. Ubisoft has also established a new subsidiary, Vantage Studios, to oversee its major franchises.
Ubisoft closes another 2 studios, lays off hundreds more employees
Ubisoft is closing studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade and laying off approximately 380 employees as part of a cost-reduction strategy. The Ubisoft Barcelona studio will shift its focus exclusively to the Rainbow Six franchise, while other studios undergo restructuring into five creative houses. This follows departures of several high-level creatives and ongoing investment in artificial intelligence.
Assassin's Creed Hexe loses another game director, and it's the second one this year
Assassin's Creed Hexe has lost its second game director this year, Benoit Richer, who has departed Ubisoft to co-found a new indie studio. This follows the earlier departure of creative director Clint Hocking, with Jean Guesdon taking over as creative director. Separately, The Pokémon Company's Masaaki Hoshino addressed criticisms of Pokémon Champions' graphics, citing development limitations compared to previous titles like Pokkén Tournament.
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.
Assassin's Creed Hexe loses 2nd director-level developer in as many months
Assassin's Creed Hexe has lost its second director-level developer in two months, with game director Benoit Richer departing the project. This follows the February departure of creative director Clint Hocking. Former franchise boss Marc-Alexis Côté is also suing Ubisoft for constructive dismissal.
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.
The mysterious Assassin's Creed Hexe has a new creative director, claims report, as Ubisoft say goodbye to the legendary Clint Hocking
Clint Hocking, creative director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, has reportedly left Ubisoft. Jean Guesdon has been appointed as the new content head and will take over as creative director for Hexe. This departure occurs amidst Ubisoft's ongoing restructuring, which has involved game cancellations and layoffs.
Clint Hocking, Creative Director of the next Assassin's Creed, leaves Ubisoft following restructure
Clint Hocking, Creative Director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, has departed Ubisoft following a company-wide restructure. Hocking, known for his work on Far Cry 2 and Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory, was leading the development of the new title, which is described as a horror-focused experience. Jean Guesdon has taken over as Creative Director for Codename Hexe.
Ubisoft announce a trio of Assassin's Creed veterans will lead the series' "next era"
Ubisoft has appointed three veteran Assassin's Creed developers—Martin Schelling, Jean Guesdon, and François de Billy—to lead the franchise into its next era under the newly formed Vantage Studios. Schelling will head the brand, Guesdon will lead content, and de Billy will focus on production excellence, aiming to shape the series' long-term vision and creative direction.
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.
