Beyond Good and Evil 2 Stuck In Pre-Production Nearly Two Decades After First Reveal

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Could Exit Pre-Production And Move Into Alpha Phase Soon!

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  • Beyond Good and Evil 2 is reportedly still in pre-production nearly two decades after its first reveal.
  • The game is said to be closing in on a major milestone, with the team aiming for the Alpha stage.
  • It is said that over 250 Ubisoft developers are working on the project right now.

Earlier this year, Beyond Good and Evil 2 was confirmed to still be in development, with potential plans for a reannouncement also teased. Elaborating on Ubisoft’s plans, a new report states that the game is still in pre-production.

Why it matters: Ubisoft recently cancelled a number of projects, but the team ensured Beyond Good and Evil 2’s development was kept intact, showcasing just how important the project is.

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The Game Was First Announced 18 Years Ago

Beyond Good and Evil 2 is said to still be in pre-production, nearly 18 years after Ubisoft first showed the sequel, but a report from Origami mentions that the team is hopeful about entering Alpha status soon.

It is said that the title was initially envisioned as a Fortnite or Destiny-like online game with a long lifespan. However, in recent years, the team has shifted focus toward single-player elements.

Also, Beyond Good and Evil 2’s development team currently consists of at least 250 developers. 

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Ubisoft Is Working On Numerous Projects Right Now

While things are looking up for the game, this report means that Beyond Good and Evil 2 is still nowhere near ready to release.

What do you make of the latest update on the nearly two decades of ongoing development on Ubisoft’s title? Share in the comments section below.

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