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Assassin's Creed: Codename Red release before April 2025

Feb 09, 2024 7:37 AM

Ubisoft has announced their plans to release two significant titles in the near future: 'Assassin's Creed: Codename Red' is set to launch before April 2025, while 'Star Wars Outlaws' is expected to release sometime in 2024. These revelations came as Ubisoft discussed their fiscal results, with CEO Yves Guillemot expressing enthusiasm for the upcoming year starting April 1st. 'Assassin's Creed: Codename Red' is particularly noteworthy as it is poised to usher in a new era for the legendary franchise with a setting in feudal Japan and promises of innovative technology and gameplay mechanics. In addition to these announcements, Ubisoft revealed that 'Valiant Hearts: Coming Home' will be making its way to consoles and PC, albeit with the VR title 'Assassin's Creed Nexus' sales performing below expectations, the company has no plans to increase its investment in VR gaming presently.

What new gameplay features can we expect from Assassin's Creed: Codename Red?

While specific gameplay features for 'Assassin's Creed: Codename Red' have not been detailed, Ubisoft has promised new technology and gameplay mechanics, suggesting significant advancements and a fresh experience in the series set in ancient Japan. Fans can anticipate a unique exploration of this new time period with potentially revamped combat, stealth, and parkour systems.

Assassin's Creed is a longstanding action-adventure series developed by Ubisoft, known for combining historical fiction with a modern-day storyline. With each installment, players explore different historical settings, with past titles featuring eras such as the Italian Renaissance, the American Revolution, and Ancient Egypt. The franchise is acclaimed for its open-world exploration, immersive storytelling, and incorporation of historical figures and events. The announcement of a game set in feudal Japan is a long-awaited dream for fans, as it is a setting that has been highly requested over the years due to its rich history and unique culture, which provide a perfect backdrop for the series' blend of stealth, combat, and exploration.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-02-09 08:00:02
Assuming 'Assassin's Creed: Codename Red' sticks to tradition, we can expect a rich, historically inspired open-world to explore. The promise of new technology and gameplay mechanics hints at potential innovations in combat, stealth, and parkour, offering players a fresh experience in the beloved franchise.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-02-09 07:54:03
Assassin's Creed: Codename Red's promise of new technology and gameplay mechanics is exciting, hinting at potential advancements in combat, stealth, and exploration within the ancient Japanese setting. Ubisoft's dedication to delivering innovative experiences and historical storytelling continues to captivate fans, making this upcoming release highly anticipated within the gaming community.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-02-09 07:48:02
Man, I'm stoked for 'Assassin's Creed: Codename Red' Exploring feudal Japan with new gameplay mechanics and advanced technology sounds right up my alley. Ubisoft has seriously captured my interest with this one
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