The Curtain Falls on Classic Ubisoft Titles
Ubisoft is pulling the plug on online services for a slew of its classic games, leaving fans with a sense of nostalgia and a bit of emptiness. It’s a move that follows the industry trend of sunsetting older online platforms; remember Nintendo’s recent announcement about the 3DS and Wii U servers? But with Ubisoft stepping into the ring, we’re not just talking about a generic shutdown. We’re talking about saying farewell to the online components of some of the most iconic Assassin’s Creed titles in the franchise’s storied history.
“Ubisoft officially announced the sunsetting of ten games’ online servers on Monday, including multiple Assassin’s Creed games,” as reported by Insider Gaming.
Assassin’s Creed Multiplayer: The End of an Era
During their heyday, older Assassin’s Creed games weren’t just a single-player experience. Their online multiplayer, chock-full of player-versus-player (PvP) modes, made for gripping, edge-of-your-seat battles. Players enjoyed the thrill of confronting each other in various challenging scenarios. But as time passed and the franchise evolved with titles like “Assassin’s Creed Valhalla” and “Assassin’s Creed Mirage,” the multiplayer element gradually receded from the spotlight.
Now, Ubisoft’s recent announcement makes it official. Popular games in the franchise, such as Assassin’s Creed 2 and Assassin’s Creed Revelations, will be losing their online capabilities. So, it’s time to bid adieu to those multiplayer matches that once made your heart race.
“The shutdown is reportedly scheduled for early next year, with the online services set to end on January 25,” according to the same report from Insider Gaming.
Other Games Join the Shutdown
It’s not just Assassin’s Creed titles meeting their online end. A range of other Ubisoft games are also making their final curtain call. The list includes the Xbox 360 servers for “Splinter Cell: Conviction” and the PC servers for the motocross sensation “Trials Evolution.”
What’s Next for Assassin’s Creed?
As Ubisoft is quietly tucking away its older games, it’s also making noise with its latest release, “Assassin’s Creed Mirage.” This new title whisks players off to the Islamic Golden Age and has been largely well-received. But that’s not all that’s brewing in the Ubisoft pot. Rumors are swirling around “Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag,” a fan favorite that could be poised for a remake. The game was recently delisted from Steam, causing fans to speculate that something big might be cooking.
“Black Flag was recently quietly de-listed from Steam, sparking speculation that a full remake may be in the works,” an insider claimed.
Lingering Sentiments and Looking Forward
The decision to end online services for its classic titles is a bittersweet pill for Ubisoft and its fans. The company is undoubtedly looking toward the future, with newer entries taking the franchise into uncharted territories. But for the longtime followers, this moment serves as a poignant reminder that every golden era has its sunset.
