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- The future games of the Assassin Creed franchise may go to explore untapped cultural narratives from across the globe.
- The future games may include new factions that can enrich storytelling.
- Future games may receive an online multiplayer mode allowing players to play with friends.
- Incorporating the use of branching narratives such as multiple story endings can make player decisions more impactful.
The Assassin’s Creed franchise started in 2007 captivating millions of people worldwide. The first installment blended historical narratives with an engaging gameplay that took the hearts of many. The series since then has seen many ups and downs in the form of an identity crisis.
Ubisoft is shifting the modern-day Assassin’s Creed storyline to “Assassin’s Creed Infinity“, making it a central part of the hub platform rather than the individual games. As we look into the future of Assassin’s Creed the series seems to be looking at evolution, innovation and potential reinvention. Let’s dive right into what the future holds for the franchise.
Expansion of RPG Elements
The shift of the series towards RPG-style mechanics began with Assassin’s Creed Origins in 2017 which marked a pivotal change in the following installments. What came later “Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and Valhalla” further grew upon this formula.
Doing so allowed for players to have a broader range of choices, character customization and story outcomes. This approach was well received by consumers and future Assassin’s Creed games such as Assassins Creed Shadows set to release on November 15 are expected to continue this code of conduct.
The Rise of Multiplayer Experiences
As we are well aware the Assassin’s Creed series has been known for its single player experience, but, after Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood in 2010 Ubisoft has been looking into multiplayer options. Recently, rumors and leaks suggested that Ubisoft might be working on a large-scale multiplayer experience.
With the increasing popularity of online games, the franchise may move towards an online multiplayer mode allowing players to team up as assassins in historical settings. The developers of the franchise, however, have announced the release of 10 Assassin’s Creed games in 5 years that may overwhelm the producers.
Ubisoft Is Reportedly Planning To Release 10 Assassin's Creed Games In Five Years pic.twitter.com/JEecZEcqcS
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Historical Diversity and Cultural Representation
One of the biggest aspects of Assassin’s Creed is its ability to take the players to different historical eras and cultures. Ubisoft has always focused on historical accuracy in its Assassin’s Creed games as well as cultural representation immersing the players in a specific time and place.
As the series moves forward, the developers focus on diverse and unexplored historical periods will increase. This means that future games may be set in non-Western locations and may highlight lesser-known historical characters and events.
For example, the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set in feudal Japan, a setting that fans have long requested. Meanwhile, Assassin’s Creed Hexe, rumored to explore the darker themes of witch trials. This shows the franchise’s willingness to dive into unique and underexplored moments in history.
Expansion Beyond Gaming
The franchise has already expanded beyond just gaming and has made its way into books, comics and films. Ubisoft has also confirmed that there is a live-action Assassin’s Creed Netflix series in development, having the potential to reach a massive global audience shaping the future of Assassin’s Creed.
With the growing trend of game-to-TV adaptations, the series could become a cultural phenomenon beyond the gaming community. This expansion will allow for the lore of Assassin’s Creed to reach a wider audience helping create new stories that feed back to the games creating an interconnected universe.
Assassin’s Creed Infinity: A Game-Changer?
Arguably the most ambitious upcoming Assassin’s Creed Project is Assassin’s Creed Infinity. Ubisoft is adopting a cross-studio structure to create a more cohesive approach for Assassin’s Creed projects. Instead of traditional standalone releases, Infinity will act as a hub for multiple interconnected games and experiences.
The future of Assassin's Creed is cross-studio co-development, says Ubisoft.
Blog: https://t.co/RzS5FRilHb
The next project, codenamed Assassin's Creed Infinity, will be a joint collaboration between Ubisoft Montreal & Quebec. pic.twitter.com/qMaSQ5lxB7
— Shinobi602 (@shinobi602) July 7, 2021
Final Thoughts
The franchise has a bright future with the work being put into potential multiplayer and live-service elements. The commitment to exploring new historical periods and cultural narratives will undoubtedly make the series more interesting than ever.
The Franchise hold limitless potential at the moment however the development team must work with caution as 10 games in 5 years is a bit overkill, isn’t it? All that can be done now is just sit back and watch while hoping for the best.
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Moiz Banoori, with a decade of experience in gaming and tech journalism and a degree in journalism, is a notable figure in the industry. He has contributed to various esteemed platforms, showcasing his expertise in both reporting and opinion writing.
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