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Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe News
The latest news and rumors about Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe for 2026: release date, trailers, announcements, leaks and system requirements. We follow the game every day on VGTimes.
Ubisoft Brings Back an Assassin's Creed Veteran to Lead the Franchise
Eric Baptizat is back at Ubisoft, where he will serve as game director for the Assassin's Creed brand, Jean Guesdon said in a LinkedIn post. The move comes as Ubisoft goes through a major reset that included six canceled games, while the next big entry in the series, Assassin's Creed Hexe, is expected in 2027.
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August 5, 2026
New Rumor Sheds Light on Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe Release Date
Prominent insider NateTheHate has revealed that Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe is highly unlikely to launch before the second half of 2027. According to his sources, Ubisoft is intentionally taking its time with the project, and gamers shouldn't expect any major gameplay showcases or official updates anytime soon.
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July 28, 2026
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced hides a Hexe teaser, insiders say
Insider RogueTx says Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced may be hiding more than a simple reference, pointing to a possible Assassin's Creed Hexe teaser alongside talk of parkour changes and a 2027 release rumor.
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July 13, 2026
Rumor: First Assassin's Creed Hexe Screenshot Leaked
It looks like the first screenshot for Assassin's Creed Hexe, the next mainline entry in Ubisoft's flagship franchise, has leaked online. The image was shared by prominent industry insider xj0nathan.
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May 14, 2026
Report: New Witch-Themed Assassin’s Creed Loses Dozens of Developers
The situation surrounding Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe is growing more complicated, now resembling not just a routine project shakeup but a prolonged internal re-evaluation of its entire concept. Following reports of franchise leadership changes and a series of staff reshuffles, it’s now been revealed that around 50 developers have been removed from the project and reassigned to Ubisoft’s so-called Interproject group—a temporary pool where employees remain unassigned and must find new roles within a limited time frame.
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April 27, 2026
Rumor: All magic has been cut from Assassin’s Creed Codename Hexe
According to an insider, after changes in the development leadership, the concept of the new Assassin’s Creed installment was significantly reworked: for example, the game reportedly lost its supernatural mechanics.
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April 25, 2026
The next Assassin’s Creed is losing its third key developer — and it’s starting to get worrying
Benoit Richer — game director of Assassin's Creed Hexe — has left Ubisoft and joined indie studio Servo Games, where he is now one of the co-founders. The reasons for his departure have not been disclosed.
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April 25, 2026
Ezio as a Mentor and a Contortionist for Mocap: New Rumors Paint Assassin’s Creed Hexe as Ubisoft Montreal’s Dream Project
Insider Tom Henderson has shared a new batch of rumors about Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, which many developers at Ubisoft Montreal reportedly consider the studio’s most exciting project for the coming years.
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February 28, 2026
Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe Creative Director Departs Ubisoft
Clint Hocking, the Creative Director behind the upcoming Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe, has officially left Ubisoft. The announcement was made during a recent internal company meeting.
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February 25, 2026
Ubisoft's Surviving Lineup: 3 Assassin's Creed, 2 Far Cry Projects Confirmed Safe
Amid Ubisoft's massive restructuring — which led to studio closures and the cancellation of six projects — a list surfaced of games considered relatively "safe" and still in development. Insiders Tom Henderson and French dataminer j0nathan shared details on social media.
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January 26, 2026
The Lead Writer of Assassin’s Creed Mirage Appointed as Scriptwriter for Assassin’s Creed Hexe
Christopher Grilli, known for his work as a writer on Assassin’s Creed Origins and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and as the lead writer of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, has announced a new role on his LinkedIn page. He has been appointed lead scriptwriter for the upcoming installment in the franchise, currently known under the working title Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe.
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January 17, 2026
Tom Henderson Reveals Ubisoft’s 2026 Plans: Remakes and Assassin's Creed Hexe Release
According to Tom Henderson in the latest Insider Gaming episode, 2026 could be a make-or-break year for Ubisoft. The company plans to focus all its efforts on launching several major projects, including the Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag remake, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake, Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe, and new titles in the Far Cry, Ghost Recon, and Rayman franchises.
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January 4, 2026
Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe and Black Flag Writer Hints at a “Banger” 2026
Darby McDevitt, the Narrative Director and Lead Writer for Assassin's Creed Hexe, has officially confirmed that 2026 promises to be an exciting year for fans of the series. According to him, “lots of good things” are coming, and next year is set to be a big one for Ubisoft.
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December 29, 2025
Ubisoft Admits: "Players Are Buying Fewer Games" — 'Assassin's Creed' Publisher Loses Profit Amid Declining Interest in Traditional Releases
Ubisoft warned investors about declining revenues and openly admitted that "many new games cannot stand out" against the backdrop of the gaming industry's rapid transformation. According to the company's latest financial report in the United Kingdom, the classic model of selling games at a fixed price "is ceasing to be ubiquitous," and users are increasingly choosing subscriptions, live services, and free-to-play projects.
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November 18, 2025
Tom Henderson Confirms Release Windows and Details for Assassin’s Creed Hexe and Modern Warfare 4
Grand Theft Auto 6 once again shook the gaming industry with its delay to November 19, 2026. Following the announcement, well-known insider and journalist Tom Henderson shared updated release windows for Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe and the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, along with new details about both titles.
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November 7, 2025
Far Cry 7, Splinter Cell and More — Ubisoft's Release Roadmap for the Next Two Years
Journalist and insider Tom Henderson has shed light on Ubisoft’s upcoming slate following today’s news about Rayman’s return. Earlier, the company reactivated its long-dormant @RaymanGame X account to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary and confirmed a new platformer is in development — though fans were told to be patient.
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September 2, 2025
Tom Henderson Revealed Upcoming Assassin's Creed Titles Set for Release Over the Next Six Years
Renowned insider and journalist Tom Henderson has revealed Ubisoft’s roadmap for the Assassin's Creed franchise over the next six years. According to Henderson, the publisher plans to release at least nine new games, including three remakes.
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May 3, 2025
Tom Henderson Clarifies Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Remake Release Date
In addition to the recently released Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft studios have been working on other games in the series for some time. Insider and journalist Tom Henderson clarified the release date of the Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag remake and another project.
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March 28, 2025
Assassin's Creed 4 Remake, Far Cry 7, and More: Insider Reveals Ubisoft's Planned Releases by 2026
Journalist and insider Tom Henderson has published an extensive article focusing on Ubisoft. According to Henderson, 2024 has been a complete disaster for the company: stock prices are continuing to fall, while games are either delayed or released to financial disappointment.
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January 9, 2025
The developers of Assassin's Creed Mirage spoke about plans for the game and future projects in the franchise
Assassin's Creed Mirage creative director Stephane Boudon and game art director Jean-Luc Sala chatted with players on Reddit, answering a number of questions. So, Basim's story will be expanded, but will not receive story DLC.
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April 25, 2024
Tom Henderson reveals new details about Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe
Tom Henderson shared new details of the mysterious Assassin's Creed: Codename Hexe, which was announced in 2022. According to an insider, the game should not be expected in the next two years.
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April 24, 2024