Game with similar NPC interaction mechanics
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot told investors the Watch Dogs franchise remains an important brand for the company's future, but confirmed no new entries are currently in active development. The series has been dormant since 2020's Watch Dogs: Legion, and a planned film adaptation wrapped production two years ago with no release date in sight.
Grand Theft Auto 6's latest leak reveals a deeply integrated in-game social network where players can follow Vice City influencers, watch viral videos, and uncover secret side missions through their in-game cell phone. This feature, akin to those seen in Watch Dogs Legion, suggests a new layer of immersion. The leak also highlights advanced PS5 optimizations, including global illumination, dynamic weather affecting gameplay, and PS5 Pro support.
Clint Hocking, former creative director of Assassin's Creed Hexe and veteran behind Far Cry 2, has founded Build Machine Games after leaving Ubisoft in February. The new studio, described as "lean and fast" yet "bold and ambitious," is hiring in Canada for its first project, promising games that challenge players emotionally and socially. With Hocking's impressive CV, the gaming community eagerly awaits the studio's debut.
The latest leak on Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Mirage points to the use of controversial Denuvo anti-tampering software. Also, delve into detailed PC performance metrics and what it means for gamers.
