Ubisoft's Recent Decisions: Assassin's Creed Shadows and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Ubisoft has made several significant announcements impacting the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows and the future of its Prince of Persia franchise. These decisions follow a challenging period for the company's game launches.
Assassin's Creed Shadows: Early Access Cancelled, Collector's Edition Price Reduced
Ubisoft has cancelled the early access release for Assassin's Creed Shadows, originally planned for those who purchased the Collector's Edition. This follows a delay of the game's official launch to February 14, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The company cited issues with historical accuracy and cultural representation, along with the need for further polish, as reasons for both the delay and the cancellation of early access.
Furthermore, the price of the Assassin's Creed Shadows Collector's Edition has been reduced from $280 to $230. The contents remain unchanged, including the artbook, steelbook, figurine, and other announced items. Unconfirmed reports suggest Ubisoft Quebec is exploring the addition of a co-op mode featuring both antagonists, Naoe and Yasuke.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Development Team Dissolved
In a surprising move, Ubisoft has disbanded the Ubisoft Montpellier team responsible for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Despite positive critical reception, the decision was reportedly made due to the game not meeting sales expectations. While specific sales figures haven't been released, Ubisoft has acknowledged disappointment with the game's performance.
Senior producer Abdelhak Elguess stated that the team is proud of their work and confident in the game's long-term success. The team's focus now shifts to expanding the game's reach to additional platforms, with a Mac release planned for this winter. Team members have transitioned to other projects within Ubisoft. The company remains committed to the Prince of Persia brand and future projects.
