Ubisoft transferred approximately 50 developers from Assassin’s Creed Hexe project to the company’s Interproject team last week. The move takes place months before the scheduled launch date in June 2027, although internal sources point to the possibility of a postponement until the end of the year. The reallocation is part of budget adjustments to keep the project within established financial limits.
Mudanças on creative direction and game concept
Jean Guesdon, who took over creative oversight of the franchise in early 2026, is leading changes to the project. The production underwent a significant reformulation of the concept of witchcraft, eliminating more fantastic elements in favor of a realistic approach anchored in scientific knowledge of the time. The feline companion has been removed from gameplay mechanics.
The protagonist now uses her understanding of chemistry and science to solve problems within the game, such as making smoke bombs that simulate disappearances in the eyes of ordinary citizens. The narrative takes place in the 17th century, during the witch trials in Sacro Império Romano, offering a darker and unique experience within the series.
Destino of relocated professionals
The 50 developers were transferred to the Interproject unit of Ubisoft, which works as a pool of professionals with no active project at the moment. Esses employees have three months to be allocated to another production within the company. If Caso does not obtain a new position during this period, they face the risk of dismissal.
- Cerca of 50 developers relocated from the Hexe project
- Transferência to Interproject team with three-month deadline
- Redundancy Risco for those who cannot get a new allocation
- Movimento linked to project budget adjustments
- Previous Cancelamento of project Alterra contributed to restructuring
Saídas of creative leadership and impact on development
The relocation came days after the cancellation of another unannounced project called Alterra. The change in creative direction at Hexe accompanies significant leadership departures. Clint Hocking, former creative director, left Ubisoft in February. Benoit Richer, who served as the game’s director, also recently left to found the indie studio Servo Games along with other former employees.
Outros titles Assassin’s Creed in development
Ubisoft keeps multiple franchise projects underway simultaneously. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced remains the main release scheduled for 2026. The company is also developing a multiplayer game codenamed Invictus and another remake not yet publicly detailed.
The production of Hexe comes amid larger restructurings at the company, including the creation of Vantage Studios to manage Assassin’s Creed franchise. The new studio centralizes strategic decisions about the series’ titles. Até At this time, Ubisoft has not officially confirmed any changes to release dates or specific details regarding the impact of the relocation on Hexe’s timeline.