Assassin's Creed Hexe director departs Ubisoft: Jean Guesdon is new creative director
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Major leadership changes!
Ubisoft has officially confirmed the leadership changes for their upcoming game, Assassin’s Creed Hexe (Hexe is the codename). The game’s director, Clint Hocking, will be leaving the company. This will not affect the development of the game as it will continue under new leadership.
According to VGC reports, this game is under development with a seasoned team and more details are expected to be shared later. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Jean Guesdon steps in as new Creative Director
Jean Guesdon has stepped into the role, who also serves as the head of content for the Assassin’s Creed franchise. He is going to bring his extensive experience, as he has previously worked on Assassin’s Creed Origins and Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag.
The change of leadership is included in the further change of the management structure of the franchise.
Ubisoft has also announced new positions, including the Head of the Assassin’s Creed Brand, the Head of Content and the Head of Production Excellence, suggesting an organisation-wide initiative to simplify the future of the series.
For now, there are no specific details about Clint Hocking leaving the company.
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What we know about Assassin’s Creed Hexe
For now, the official details about this game are pretty scarce. This game is rumored to take the franchise in a darker and more old-school direction.
According to rumors and reports, it is set in Central Europe during 16th Century Holy Roman Empire. Witches and Witchcraft is expected. The project has also hired a lead scriptwriter with past experience on Origins, Valhalla, and Mirage, implying a heavy narrative focus.
FAQs
Why is Clint Hocking leaving Ubisoft?
Ubisoft has confirmed his departure but has not shared specific reasons for the move.
Who is the new creative director for Assassin’s Creed Hexe?
Jean Guesdon, now Head of Content for the franchise, has taken over as creative director.
Is Assassin’s Creed Hexe still in development?
Yes, Ubisoft has confirmed that development is continuing with an experienced team.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.