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Assassin's Creed Hexe Faces Major Creative and Staffing Shifts

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Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe is reportedly undergoing significant creative changes, moving away from supernatural elements towards a more grounded, science-based approach. The project has seen a substantial reassignment of 50 developers, impacting its internal structure. These shifts have led to speculation about a potential delay, with a revised release window now rumored for late 2027.

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Gaming Bolt

What Is Really Going On With Assassin’s Creed Hexe?

Assassin's Creed Hexe, initially envisioned as a departure from the franchise's RPG formula with a focus on witch trials and supernatural elements, is reportedly undergoing significant changes. Recent news indicates a pivot towards a more grounded, science-based approach to its mechanics and narrative, potentially moving away from its original experimental pitch. The project has also faced internal upheaval with key development figures departing, raising concerns about its direction and potential delays, though Ubisoft has not officially commented on the specific changes.

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Destructoid

Next Assassin’s Creed game reportedly undergoing big changes to make it ‘more grounded’

Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe is reportedly undergoing significant development changes, with a focus on making its witchcraft themes more 'grounded' by replacing supernatural powers with scientific explanations. This shift, led by franchise overseer Jean Guesdon, has also involved reassigning developers and may impact the game's release window. The report also mentions potential layoffs for developers on an 'interproject team'.

Gaming Instincts

Assassin’s Creed Hexe Removes 50 Developers From Development

Ubisoft has reportedly removed 50 developers from the upcoming game Assassin's Creed Hexe and reassigned them to an interproject team. Game director Jean Guesdon has also removed the "cat companion" feature, shifting the focus to the protagonist's crafting and science-based abilities. The game's release is speculated to be delayed to holiday 2027, with potential reveals later this year.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Codename Hexe Loses 50 Developers, Targeting Release in June 2027 – Rumor

Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe has reportedly seen 50 developers removed from its team, with a target release date of June 2027, potentially shifting to Holiday 2027. This follows changes in creative direction and the departure of game director Benoit Richer. Ubisoft has not officially confirmed details for the title, which is also rumored to be removing magical elements.

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