While recent leaks have offered a glimpse into two previously unannounced titles currently in the works, reports have simultaneously confirmed that the highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed Hexe is taking longer than expected to reach completion, pushing its anticipated launch window further back.
What New Assassin’s Creed Games Are in the Works?
The latest wave of information began circulating when prominent Ubisoft insider j0nathan posted a detailed video teasing two previously undisclosed Assassin’s Creed titles currently in development. According to the report, the first project carries the codename Mars and is described as a traditional, mainline Assassin’s Creed entry set in Ancient Rome. Notably, this historical setting aligns with the same era chosen for Netflix’s upcoming live-action Assassin’s Creed television adaptation.
The second project teased in the report is titled Assassin’s Creed Pocket. Described as a mobile-focused experience, the game is heavily inspired by the Mastery Challenges featured in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and is reportedly set in Jerusalem.
Shortly after these details emerged, industry outlet Insider Gaming followed up with independent verification regarding the codenames. While Insider Gaming noted that it had previously heard whispers of projects matching those descriptions, it had not been able to verify the information independently prior to the initial leaks. However, the publication was able to corroborate and expand upon other major details regarding the broader franchise schedule, most notably concerning Assassin’s Creed Hexe.
Development Challenges and Delays for Assassin’s Creed Hexe
Assassin’s Creed Hexe was first officially teased by Ubisoft back in September 2022 during the massive Ubisoft Forward showcase detailing the future
of the franchise. Pitched as a departure from the traditional historical formulas, Hexe is expected to incorporate a darker, more magical edge, casting players into the Holy Roman Empire during the 17th century amid the historical backdrop of European witch trials.
While Ubisoft has previously promised to share more concrete details about the game, fans have yet to see any official gameplay or in-action footage. According to Insider Gaming, the title’s development cycle has encountered notable obstacles. The project has reportedly "had issues," which have been compounded by the departure of several high-level developers from Ubisoft during the course of its production.
As a result of these internal hurdles, Assassin’s Creed Hexe, which was initially expected by many observers to arrive as early as 2027, has now been internally pushed back to a projected 2028 release window.
This delay has a domino effect on the rest of Ubisoft’s meticulously planned release schedule. With Hexe now sliding to 2028, Insider Gaming reports that the Ancient Rome-set project, Mars, is unlikely to see a formal reveal or commercial release until 2029 or 2030 at the absolute earliest. In the meantime, as fans wait for further official updates from Ubisoft regarding the distant future of the franchise, current options for players looking to dive back into the series remain centered on recently released titles and revamps, such as Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.
