Tag: Ubisoft
News Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Shadows Criticism, Apologises to Japanese Players
Shadow games
Ubisoft has decided to release a lengthy statement with regards to Assassin's Creed Shadows. As you may already know, the upcoming open world title has sparked many an online debate. The game takes place in feudal Japan, but given the series' historical leanings, some onlookers have been quick to point out potential inaccuracies,...
This isn't the delay you're looking for
Last week, IGN published an exclusive look at a mission from Star Wars Outlaws. The video gave us our best glimpse of the open worlder so far, but the reception was actually quite negative. At the time of writing, the demo has 588k views, but it's sitting at just 11k likes versus 31k dislikes. And, as you...
News Star Wars Outlaws Boasts Ubisoft's Biggest Ever Marketing Budget, Strong Launch Expected
Will it bring balance to the Force?
Ubisoft is going all-in on the upcoming Star Wars Outlaws, which drops next month on 30th August on PS5. Considering that "Star Wars" is in the name, it shouldn't be surprising to learn that some significant marketing money is going into the project and that the company expects the game to perform strongly...
News Check Out a Full 10 Minute Star Wars Outlaws Quest on PS5
New footage no longer outlawed
As part of its IGN First promotional period, ten more minutes of Star Wars Outlaws have been published online. In this clip, protagonist Kay Vess is tasked with finding a sarlacc tooth, so she seeks out one of the giant creatures in the desert and heads inside. Unfortunately, her hard work uncovering the enormous fang...
News Ubisoft's Driver Isn't Dead, Despite TV Show Series Being Binned
"Actively working on other exciting projects"
Driver: San Francisco may just be the best game you’ve never played. Released towards the tail-end of the PS3 era, the game featured a mechanic named Shift, which effectively enabled you to “jump” between different cars without ever getting out. This led to some interesting gameplay mechanics and...
News Re-Enactment Group Not Satisfied with Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows Flag Apology
This is why you don't mess with the Teppo-tai
It seems Ubisoft's apology for using the Sekigahara Teppo-tai's flag without permission has not been accepted. The Japanese historical re-enactment group informed the publisher that its distinct banner had been used in concept art for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows, which promptly apologised...
News Ubisoft Apologises for Using Re-Enactment Group's Flag in Assassin's Creed Shadows Art
Don't mess with the Sekigahara Teppo-tai
Ubisoft has apologised for using a historical re-enactment group's flag in Assassin's Creed Shadows concept art and the physical artbook that comes bundled with the Collector's Edition. As reported by Siliconera, the flag belongs to a historical re-enactment group called the Sekigara Teppo-tai (or Sekigahara...
News Star Wars Outlaws Delivers Deep Dive into Its Vast PS5 Open World
Fewer icons, more discovery
The marketing behind Star Wars Outlaws is leaning hard into the fact it is the "first" open world Star Wars game, despite the fact Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was basically that anyway. Still, the experience from The Division 2 developer Massive Entertainment is doing it all seamlessly, which is probably where it would tell...
News Ubisoft Unveils Beyond Good & Evil: 20th Anniversary Edition's Physical Offerings
The Collector's Edition comes fully stacked
The anticipated remaster Beyond Good & Evil: 20th Anniversary Edition is out now digitally, and we quite enjoyed it. However, if you demand a physical copy, preorders for both disc copies and its elegant Collector's Edition open in just a few short days, on 12th
News PS5 Open Worlder Star Wars Outlaws Goes Gold Ahead of August Release
Work on 1.0 version now complete
Star Wars Outlaws has gone gold almost two months ahead of its PS5 release date of 30th August 2024, Ubisoft today confirmed. This means work on the 1.0 version of the open world title is now complete and can be pressed to physical discs while Massive Entertainment prepares a day one patch and post-launch DLC. The...
News XDefiant Season 1 Brings Rainbow Six Faction, Maps, Weapons, Modes
All new content live now on PS5
The first big XDefiant update since the online FPS' release in May has now landed on PS5, bringing with it a new faction themed around the Rainbow Six franchise, three more maps, another two modes, additional weapons, and Ranked Play. All the new content is live now in-game, with the headline addition being the new...
News Assassin's Creed Remakes Are on the Way, Ubisoft Confirms
Aiming for franchise variety
Ubisoft has announced it has multiple remakes of past Assassin's Creed games in the works, which will help boost the franchise's release schedule and allow "Assassin's Creed games come out more regularly". The news came from a new interview with CEO Yves Guillemot, who in response to a question about the future of the...
Bravo, Yade
It’s strange to think that Beyond Good & Evil was a failure on release. It was critically well-received but sales were poor, and it took years to gain a cult following. Now, it’s revered as a masterpiece, gathering a devoted fan base that still pines for the sequel that’s all but passed into legend. Developed by Ubisoft...
News Beyond Good & Evil 2 Is Still in Development, Ubisoft Assures
And that's that
Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains in development at Ubisoft, and that's just about all the French publisher has to say on the matter. On the eve of the original game's 20th anniversary re-release, the series' official Twitter account posted a thread all about the PS5, PS4 remaster and said: "Yes, Beyond Good & Evil 2 is still in...
News Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition Hitting PS5, PS4 Next Week
Better late than never
After a bit of beating about the bush, Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition will be released on PS5 and PS4 next week, Tuesday, 25th June, Ubisoft confirmed. In addition, this enhanced remaster will boast enhanced visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and entirely new content. Limited Run Games is
News Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition Confirmed for Limited Run Games Showcase
Fancy that, a flying pig
We had a feeling Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition might rear its head soon (despite missing its anniversary year), reassured by the Trophy list that recently popped up online. Well, it's official now: Ubisoft has announced it will share news about the game during tomorrow's Limited Run Games showcase on 20th...
News Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition Release Seems Imminent on PS5
Even further beyond
Remember when Ubisoft announced Beyond Good & Evil: 20th Anniversary Edition last year after the whole thing was leaked? Well, the publisher said we'd hear more about the remaster in 2024, but it's been silent on the matter ever since. However, the title has now reappeared via a newly discovered Trophy list, which can be...
News Star Wars Outlaws Has a Meaty 30-Hour Main Story
Double that for 100%
Being an open world game, we fully expected Star Wars Outlaws to boast a lengthy runtime, and that's been pretty much confirmed. In an interview with VGC, creative director Julian Gerighty reveals that the main story will take you roughly 25-30 hours to complete. Meanwhile, if you're looking to 100% Kay Vess' adventure, you can...
News Criticised Star Wars Outlaws PS5 Demo Merely an 'Amuse-Bouche' of the Full Experience
"You have to make a lot of choices"
Star Wars Outlaws, despite looking absolutely fantastic during Ubisoft’s livestream earlier this week, has been criticised for feeling a bit dated. One preview compared the release unfavourably to Uncharted: Golden Abyss, the PS Vita exclusive spin-
Preview Assassin's Creed Shadows' Two Characters Will Satisfy Both Old and New Fans on PS5
Action or stealth?
The Assassin's Creed series got its start with a heavy emphasis on stealth, and while it stuck with that formula for many games, it eventually pivoted to a full-on action RPG. Whether you're into the earlier titles, the larger-scale RPGs, or both, this shift has resulted in a somewhat split fanbase. Assassin's Creed Shadows, with...
Nyxed
We absolutely loved 2011’s launch game Uncharted: Golden Abyss on PS Vita, but it’s not necessarily a release you’d want your tentpole AAA title to be compared to. In the aftermath of last night’s Ubisoft Forward livestream, where Star Wars Outlaws looked largely outstanding in our opinion, media has been publishing impressions – and...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows' 'Smaller' Open World Map Is Still a Healthy Chunk of Japan
Culture capital
It's been said for a while now that Assassin's Creed Shadows will have a smaller open world map than its immediate 'RPG' predecessors, Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Assassin's Creed Odyssey. Word on the street is that it'll be more comparable to the map from Assassin's Creed Origins, which was still big, but perhaps wasn't quite as...
News Sailing Sim Skull & Bones Adds Actual Dragons on PS5 in Upcoming Update
Dragon quest
As long as there are players still logging in, Ubisoft will provide content for them. Skull and Bones may not have set the sales charts alight, then, but the French publisher remains committed to the sailing sim’s roadmap, with a fair amount of new content on the way. Season 2, available now, centres on a new narrative arc, featuring...
News Free PS5 FPS XDefiant Reloads with Tons of Content for Season 1
Under siege
XDefiant, ridiculed upon its original reveal, appears here to stay: it’s currently one of the most popular games on PS5, and with French publisher Ubisoft behind it, you just know it’s going to grow and grow for years to come. Case in point: the title’s first season, set to release on 2nd July, is bringing an absolute ton of new...
News Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora DLC The Sky Breaker Pierces PS5 in July
You'll Na'vi know if you never go
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is mounting up for its first DLC story pack, and Ubisoft has given us our first look at The Sky Breaker, which will see a mysterious shadow looming in the sky, threatening the Na'vi clans, who really can't seem to catch a break. It arrives on PS5 next month, on 16 July. The Sky Breaker...
News Beyond Good & Evil 2 Seemingly Vapourware After Another No-Show at Ubisoft Forward
Put us out of our misery
We aren't sure who is holding out hope for Beyond Good & Evil 2 at this point; in 2022, we brought you the news that the game had taken the dubious honour of being in development for longer than literally any game ever, at 16 (now 18) years. Another Ubisoft Forward showcase has been and gone, and still no word. As
News Forge an Empire Like No Other in Anno 117: Pax Romana on PS5
Build it, and they will come
Ubisoft has announced that the next game in its beloved city-building Anno series, Anno 117: Pax Romana, will bask in the majesty of The Eternal City itself. Players will assume the role of a governor during the glory days of the Roman Empire in 117 AD. We got a light-hearted live-action trailer as a teaser, with the...
Round Up What Was Announced at Ubisoft Forward 2024?
Bringing the big guns
Looking for what was announced at Ubisoft Forward 2024? The French publisher hosted the most traditional E3 press conference of the season this year, with a live orchestra and actual on-stage presentations. It also had some pretty meaty game demos to show for PS5 titles that will release imminently. Here's everything it...
News Monopoly Gets a Massive Makeover on PS5, PS4
Build 'em up
Ubisoft is making a brand-new Monopoly game for PS5 and PS4, and you can expect it to pass go at some point in September. Judging from the gameplay footage, this will stay faithful to the traditional board game experience, it’s just adding some genuinely beautiful visuals and animations to mix. Your dice can even accidentally roll...
News Big Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Update Out Now, Story DLC Drops in September
Beneath the mask
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown may not subscribe to Ubisoft's trademark open world and live service formula, but that isn't stopping the developer from giving the game a lot of post-launch support. Confirmed during the company's summer showcase, the action platformer has a new 'Divine Trials' update — which is out now — and...
News The Crew Motorfest Is Adding an Entire Island for Free Because It's a Ubisoft Game
L'why not?
Say what you will about Ubisoft, it knows how to dish out decent post-release support. There’s only so many articles we can write here at Push Square, so we’ll gloss over some additional news to make our point: For Honor, now over eight years old, is still getting meaningful content updates on PS4. That gives you some kind of...
News Star Wars Outlaws Demos Out of This Galaxy PS5 Gameplay
The Empire strikes back
In many ways, Star Wars Outlaws is another Ubisoft game, with many of the same systems and mechanics you’ll already be familiar with – but that doesn’t mean it’s not impressive. This game appears to have some of the most densely populated, gorgeously detailed sandbox environments we’ve seen on PS5 to date – and if...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Emerges with 13 Minutes of Stabby, Smashy Gameplay
Out of the shadows
As promised, Ubisoft debuted a lengthy gameplay video for Assassin's Creed Shadows at its summer showcase. As you'd expect, the developer appears to have nailed things from a environmental perspective, with the game boasting an impressively attractive portrayal of Japan. What's more, it seems to be a cut above previous Assassin's...
News Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake Gets the Tiniest of Teasers, Now Targeting 2026
Time is a construct
Does a 30-second trailer that shows basically nothing but a target release window really count as a teaser? We're not so sure, but that's all we've got to work with when it comes to Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake. The project, which has been stop-start for years now, was acknowledged during Ubisoft's summer showcase...
News Here's Your First Real Look at Assassin's Creed Shadows Gameplay
Not so hidden blade
Ahead of Ubisoft's showcase (which is scheduled for tomorrow at the time of writing), we've been handed our first real look at Assassin's Creed Shadows. While it's not uncut, it is gameplay footage, and gives us a quick look at the title's open world, stealth, and combat. As expected, fights differ greatly between protagonists...
News Ubisoft Calls in Second Studio for Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake
Ubisoft Toronto answers the call
Ubisoft has tasked another of its internal development studios, Ubisoft Toronto, to assist with developing the troubled Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake, which has been under wraps at Ubisoft Montreal for some time now. Announcing its assistance on Twitter, Ubisoft Toronto revealed it would be joining forces...
News Assassin's Creed, Rabbids, and Ghost Recon Characters Potentially Coming to XDefiant
R6 Siege and Far Cry: New Dawn too
Ubisoft's free-to-play shooter XDefiant has gotten off to a better start than many expected it to, and now it appears the French publisher has big plans for supporting it post-launch. According to datamining efforts that have looked into the game's files on PC, there are already plans for many more factions based...
News Ubisoft Confirms Time, Date, and Featured Games for Upcoming Forward Showcase
Assassin's Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws headlining
Ubisoft has confirmed the time, date, and featured games for its upcoming Forward showcase. Live from sunny LA, and expect better looks at heavy hitters like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws, and XDefiant. Confirmed on Twitter, Ubisoft Forward will take place on 10th June at 12 pm...
News Skull and Bones Season 2 Offers Boatloads of New Features, Booty, and a Really Big Shark
Blood in the water
The second season of Ubisoft's nautical service game, Skull and Bones, is now live, introducing many limited-time events for enterprising captains to take advantage of. Chorus and Havoc offer new antagonists, a Megaladon to slay, the ability to manage a fleet and expand your piratical empire, as well as shiploads of new cosmetic...
News Ubisoft Free-to-Play Shooter XDefiant Is Actually Off to a Strong Start
XDefied
It's incredibly easy to be cynical when it comes to new live service titles. So many of them seem to appear and then disappear in the blink of an eye, but contrary to many a pre-launch prediction, Ubisoft's recently released XDefiant is actually posting decent player numbers. According to Insider Gaming — who consistently get the scoop on...
News Rainbow Six: Siege Reveals Optional Subscription for Bonus Items, Skins
A lot like Fortnite Crew
Ubisoft has confirmed it will be introducing a new paid subscription service for its popular tactical shooter Rainbow Six: Siege. Very similar to the Fortnite Crew membership offered by Epic Games, signing up grants you access to exclusive bonus items on a monthly basis as well as the seasonal Battle Passes and some premium...
Sinking feeling
Starting from the 30th May, Skull and Bones is going free for a full week, until the 6th June. Ubisoft's pirate game first launched back in February, but a lukewarm reception immediately put the long-delayed live service title on the back foot. In fact, it sounds like Skull and Bones is really struggling to pull players just months...
Review XDefiant (PS5) - Solid Shooter Does Little to Stand Out, But Still Has Potential
Needs to take the leap of faith on its own premise
The multiplayer shooter genre has been in an odd flux these last few years. Call of Duty just isn’t quite what it used to be, Battlefield 2042 missed the mark somewhat, and even Apex Legends has dipped in interest as it cruises into its 21st season of content. This is where a crop of new kids on...
News Boss Rush Mode, Better Fast Travel in New Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Update
Track your best bouts on a leaderboard
2024's best Metroidvania (so far) Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown has taken a patch today on PS5, PS4 that bundles in two new boss-related modes and some quality-of-life updates to make fast travelling across its vast map far easier. If you beat the challenge posed in the Boss Rush mode, you'll unlock a new...
News Ubisoft's Free-to-Play Shooter XDefiant Has No Platinum in Pretty Weak PS5 Trophy List
Buzzkill
XDefiant is finally due for release tomorrow, 21st May 2024. It's been a long time coming, but Ubisoft's free-to-play arena shooter is ready to roll on PS5 at last. We hope you weren't excited to Platinum the game, though, because you literally can't. Yes, the game has no Platinum Trophy, as revealed by the full list over on PSNProfiles...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Reveal Trailer Is Already the Most Disliked in Series History
Out of the shadows
The cinematic announcement trailer for Assassin's Creed Shadows has been — and is being — utterly bombarded with dislikes on YouTube across basically every channel it's appeared on. The most viewed version of the video is on Ubisoft's official channel — breaking 7 million views in roughly four days — but it's fair to say...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Pre-Orders Already 'Looking Very Strong'
"No one in the know is disappointed"
Ubisoft's newly revealed Assassin's Creed Shadows has already struck a chord with the gaming audience, with pre-orders "looking very strong" despite the title only being officially unveiled last week. That's according to Tom Henderson of Insider Gaming, who made the positive pronouncement on
News Ubisoft Thanks Players for 'Tremendous Response' to Skull and Bones, Season 2 on the Horizon
Caught the trade winds
Ubisoft has revealed that Season 2 of Skull and Bones is coming, thanking players for what the developer/publisher called a "tremendous response" to the game's maiden voyage. It was thought that the game had been struggling due to steep discounts, introduced soon after launch, but it appears the company has managed to turn the...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Can Be Played Entirely Offline, Once You've Installed It
Out of the shadows
Update: After catching a lot of heat about online requirements for its single player games, Ubisoft has released a statement regarding Assassin's Creed Shadows. In it, the publisher explains that, while you will need an online connection to complete the installation of the game, you can play the whole adventure offline: While...
News At Least Two Expansions Planned for Assassin's Creed Shadows
Could the Infinity hub bring more?
The Assassin's Creed series is essentially a single player live-service offering at this point, and with the introduction of a franchise hub in Assassin's Creed Infinity, those efforts at Ubisoft are only being furthered. You can still keep your DLC consumption to a traditional standard in the newly unveiled...