The famous Assassin’s Creed Infinity project provides some news. Ubisoft provides some additional information to better understand what it is, even if it is still quite vague.
Ubisoft recently revealed a major change for the Assassin’s Creed franchise. The project previously known as Assassin’s Creed Infinity has been renamed Animus Hub. This name change was confirmed by Marc-Alexis Côté. Vice President and Executive Producer at Ubisoft, during an interview with Game File.
A strategic change for Assassin’s Creed
The goal of the Animus Hub is to centralize all experiences and content related to the AC universe. Allowing players to easily access different games and expansions. Although the exact launch date for this platform is not yet confirmed, it is suggested that it could launch at the same time as Assassin’s Creed Shadows, scheduled for November 15. The Animus Hub will continue to serve as the central hub for the Assassin’s Creed series, similar to Call of Duty HQ for titles in the COD franchise.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows was revealed in detail during Ubisoft Forward with a gameplay presentation that generated a lot of enthusiasm. The game features two protagonists: Yasuke, an imposing samurai, and Naoe, an agile and stealthy shinobi. This duality of characters promises a rich RPG experience. With varied approaches to missions and gameplay mechanics focused on stealth and combat.
The game takes place in a large open world with a dynamic weather system including seasons. Players will be able to explore different regions and adopt various strategies to complete their missions, thus reinforcing the immersive aspect of the game. This novelty promises to be a landmark title in the series Especially after Assassin’s Creed Mirage from 2023, which, although appreciated , lacked substantial content according to some fans.
Big expectations
The Animus Hub, as a new central platform, should facilitate access to this new adventure. While providing a unified interface for all future AC experiences. The simultaneous launch of the Animus Hub and Shadows could mark an important turning point for the series. By increasing player engagement and providing a more cohesive and integrated gaming experience.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows will arrive on November 12 on PS5, Xbox Series and PC.