Ubisoft has outlined plans for the Assassin’s Creed franchise through 2026 and beyond, revealing updates on multiple projects across different stages of development. Jean Guesdon, the franchise’s new Head of Content and Creative Director for Codename Hexe, shared details on what players can expect from the series moving forward.
From the final support phase of Assassin’s Creed Shadows to the confirmed Black Flag remake and new multiplayer experiences, the franchise continues expanding across platforms. Ubisoft’s roadmap includes performance updates for legacy titles, development progress on darker narrative experiences, and the ongoing Netflix live-action series production.
Assassin’s Creed: The 2026 Roadmap
From Shadows’ Final Support to Black Flag’s Return — Multiple Projects Shape the Franchise’s Future
The franchise spans multiple active developments, with projects at various stages from pre-production to final support phases. Here are the key numbers defining Assassin’s Creed in 2026.
2026 Timeline: Key Milestones
Major developments across the Assassin’s Creed franchise this year include performance updates, anniversary celebrations, and the delayed Black Flag remake.
Projects in Development
The franchise’s future spans multiple experiences across platforms, from complete remakes to new multiplayer approaches and narrative-driven entries.
Beyond the announced titles, Ubisoft confirmed several other projects at different development stages. The company plans to involve engaged fans in shaping these experiences through early community feedback, marking a shift toward more collaborative development.
Edward Kenway’s Caribbean adventure returns with reported visual and gameplay upgrades. The name surfaced via European ratings board listings in December 2025, confirming years of speculation. Ubisoft teased the project with concept art and the phrase “some whispers have a little more wind in their sails.”
- Reportedly includes new story content expanding Edward’s narrative
- Modern day sections rumored to be removed or reduced
- Visual overhaul bringing it closer to current-generation standards
Jean Guesdon serves as Creative Director for this darker, narrative-driven experience set during the Holy Roman Empire’s witch trials. The Ubisoft Montreal veteran describes it as “a unique, darker, narrative-driven Assassin’s Creed experience, set during a pivotal moment in history.”
- Set during 16th-17th century witch hunt era
- Darker tone than previous franchise entries
- Story-focused gameplay approach confirmed by Guesdon
For Honor veterans at Ubisoft Montreal are developing a PvP multiplayer experience with player feedback at its core. Ubisoft stated it’s “not quite what the rumors have suggested,” addressing speculation about Fall Guys-style gameplay with cartoon visuals.
- Early community playtests planned for development input
- Test and learn development approach with iterative updates
- Focus on competitive PvP within Assassin’s Creed universe
Set in ancient China, this mobile title represents the franchise’s expansion to portable platforms. Guesdon confirmed Jade remains in active development alongside other projects, offering a full Assassin’s Creed experience optimized for mobile devices.
- Ancient China historical setting during Qin Dynasty
- Mobile-optimized gameplay and controls
- Part of franchise diversification strategy
Netflix greenlit the series in July 2025 with producers Roberto Patino (Westworld, DMZ) and David Wiener (Halo, Homecoming) as showrunners. Cast members including Toby Wallace, Lola Petticrew, Zachary Hart, Laura Marcus, and Tanzyn Crawford were announced between November-December 2025. Director Johan Renck joined in December 2025, with production expected to start in Italy during 2026.
- Experienced sci-fi and fantasy television producers leading
- Cast fully announced with multiple series regulars confirmed
- Production timeline set for 2026 in Italy
Following a pivoted early project, Ubisoft announced it’s “looking into bringing co-op back to Assassin’s Creed.” Lessons from the canceled project are informing this renewed approach to cooperative gameplay.
- Learning from previous development attempts
- Multiple projects may eventually include co-op features
- Community-requested feature receiving renewed attention
Franchise Details Explained
Key questions about the Assassin’s Creed roadmap answered based on official Ubisoft communications.
The following details come directly from Ubisoft’s franchise update and address common questions about project statuses, release windows, and development approaches.
Franchise Updates Covered
The update covered Assassin’s Creed’s 2026 roadmap across multiple projects at different development stages. Information included the final support phase for Shadows, the 60 FPS patch for Unity released March 5, 2026, and confirmation of Black Flag Resynced’s delay to fiscal year 2027.
Details were provided on Codename Hexe’s darker narrative approach under Jean Guesdon’s creative direction, Codename Invictus’ PvP multiplayer development, and ongoing work on Assassin’s Creed Jade. The Netflix live-action series was discussed with its announced cast and 2026 production timeline. Co-op features are being explored for future titles following lessons from a pivoted project.
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