Ubisoft apologizes for recent controversies ahead of Ubisoft Forward event
Ubisoft published a video in which CEO Yves Guillemot apologizes for a string of recent controversies, including sexual assault allegations.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will debut a week early alongside Xbox Series X launch
Assassin's Creed Valhalla will now come one week early, as Ubisoft has shifted the date to match the Xbox Series X's launch.
Ubisoft stood with Black lives … then portrayed them as terrorists
Ubisoft publicly supported Black Lives Matter, but its use of a black raised fist in association with with a terrorist organization is a big misstep.
Ubisoft apologizes for raised fist symbol in Tom Clancy’s Elite Squad
The raised fist, linked to the Black Lives Matter movement, will be removed from the opening video of Tom Clancy's Elite Squad after an apology by Ubisoft.
Former Assassin’s Creed Valhalla director fired following investigation
Former Assassin's Creed Valhalla Director Ashraf Ismail has been fired from the company after the studio launched an internal investigation into his actions.
Free 2D fighting game Brawlhalla gets a mobile release, supports crossplay
Brawlhalla, a free-to-play 2D fighting game by Blue Mammoth Games, has been released on mobile platforms and supports crossplay with players on all consoles.
Some Ubisoft developers wanted a female-only option in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
Numerous employees at developer Ubisoft wanted there to only be a female protagonist in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, according to a collaborator with Ubisoft.
Ubisoft exec Tommy François was fired from company, didn’t resign
Ubisoft fired executive VP Tommy François after an internal investigation regarding allegations of sexual misconduct. He was initially suspended without pay.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Everything we know
The latest Assassin's Creed game, Valhalla, casts players as Vikings during the invasion of England. Here's everything to know about the upcoming release.
Hyper Scape’s first season drops on PC and consoles August 11
Ubisoft's take on the battle royale genre will come to Xbox One and PlayStation 4 for the first time, expanding its playerbase.
Another Ubisoft executive is out following sexual harassment allegations
Ubisoft's vice president of editorial and creative services Tommy François has left the company after allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct.
How a King Arthur game was summarily scrapped at Ubisoft
Former Ubisoft executive Serge Hascoët killed a King Arthur game envisioned by Dragon Age design Mike Laidlaw because he didn't believe in the fantasy genre.
What is Hyper Scape?
Hyper Scape is the latest take on the battle royale genre and, although still a beta, shows lots of potential. Here's what you need to know before playing.
Ubisoft’s PR director fired due to allegations of misconduct
Ubisoft public relations director Stone Chin was terminated last week by the company due to misconduct allegations.
Ubisoft will not charge $70 for games released for the holiday season
In an earnings call on Wednesday, Ubisoft confirmed that upcoming Christmas releases will retail for $60, but it didn't rule out price increases in the future.
New Splinter Cell game reportedly in the works, with release planned for 2021
A new Splinter Cell game is in the works, according to voice actor Luca Ward, who claimed that the dormant series was set to return this year but was delayed.
Everything we know about Tom Clancy’s Elite Squad
Ubisoft showed off some new titles at its Forward event, including Tom Clancy's Elite Squad, a mobile-exclusive hero RPG similar to Apex Legends and Overwatch.
Ubisoft Montreal replaces studio head Yannis Mallat after misconduct allegations
Following a tumultuous few weeks for Ubisoft, the company has decided to replace Ubisoft Montreal studio head Yannis Mallat with executive Christophe Derennes.
Hyperscape: Here’s everything you need to know about new battle royale game
Hyperscape is a new entry into the battle royale genre, and it has a number of features that make it an innovative and unique entry into the gaming sphere
Here’s how to get Watch Dogs 2 on PC for free with Uplay
Ubisoft will now offer Watch Dogs 2 free to all Uplay members. Following a Ubisoft Forward promotion plagued with problems, the offer has been extended.
Skull and Bones to gain new life as a live service game
Skull and Bones has been rebooted by Ubisoft as a live service game. Initially planned for a release in 2018, the title had been pushed back year after year.
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On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top stories in tech, including TikTok warnings from the RNC and DNC, Tesla drops the price of Model Y, and more.
Login error plagues Ubisoft Forward event as viewers try to get free Watch Dogs 2
Uplay account holders struggled to log in during the Ubisoft Forward event, as they were trying to claim the promised free copy of Watch Dogs 2 for the PC.
Ubisoft Forward: All the biggest announcements
Ubisoft held its game announcement livestream on Sunday, complete with news on Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Hyper Scape, and Watch Dogs, among other games.
Ubisoft chief creative officer Serge Hascoët resigns amid misconduct allegations
Ubisoft's chief creative officer and two other top executives have resigned from the company amid allegations of misconduct and inappropriate behavior.
Here’s everything you need to know about Ubisoft Forward
Ubisoft is putting on a digital showcase for all its upcoming games called Ubisoft Showcase, and it will feature both upcoming games and new game surprises
Ubisoft scrambles to take down leaked Assassin’s Creed Valhalla footage
Ubisoft is scrambling to hide Assassin's Creed Valhalla footage that leaked online over the weekend and has streamed to YouTube, Streamable, and elsewhere.
Ubisoft launches urban battle royale game Hyper Scape
A new battle royale game from developer Ubisoft has launched on Twitch. Dubbed Hyper Scape, it promises to deliver an urban battle royale experience to players.
Locked Twitter account sparks hope for new Prince of Persia game
A Prince of Persia account on Twitter may turn out to be an official one created by Ubisoft, adding to rumors that a new entry in the series is on the way.
Ubisoft answers sexual harassment allegations, brings in consultants
Gaming company Ubisoft released a statement about the allegations of sexual abuse and harassment and hired outside consultants to investigate.
Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla director steps down after affair allegations
After infidelity accusations surfaced on Twitter this weekend, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla creative director Ashraf Ismail has stepped down. He also apologized.
How much video game CEOs make — and why they may be overpaid
Activision CEO Bobby Kotick made $30 million last year, and some believe he's overpaid. We look at industry CEO pay to see who's right — what gaming CEOs make.
Some side missions crunched into 2007’s Assassin’s Creed after comment by child
A former Ubisoft employee said that some side missions were added at the last minute to the first game in the Assassin's Creed series, which launched in 2007.
Ubisoft sues Apple, Google for allowing Rainbow Six: Siege clone on app stores
Ubisoft filed a lawsuit against Apple and Google for allowing Area F2, a clone of Rainbow Six: Siege by Alibaba-owned Ejoy, on their respective app stores.