In case you missed it, here is a comprehensive recap of all the game trailers, major announcements, and updates featured at Ubisoft Forward 2024.
What is Ubisoft Forward
Ubisoft Forward is Ubisoft's digital showcase event where they reveal and share information about their upcoming games, updates, and projects. It's similar to other gaming companies' events like Nintendo Direct or Sony's State of Play. During Ubisoft Forward, fans and gamers get to see new game trailers, gameplay footage, developer interviews, and announcements about the company's future plans.
Ubisoft Forward 2024 – June 10, 2024
Ubisoft Forward 2024, the highly anticipated gaming event, took place on Monday, June 10, showcasing a variety of exciting announcements and updates from Ubisoft's upcoming lineup.
Let's dive into the details of everything Ubisoft had to share during the event.
Star Wars Outlaws New Gameplay
Ubisoft Forward 2024 kicked off with a major focus on Star Wars Outlaws, showcasing an extensive gameplay demo. The official presentation highlighted various new locations within the game, offering a glimpse into the richly detailed environments players can explore. Additionally, the gameplay reveal delved into the high-risk jobs that players can undertake, emphasizing the adventurous and perilous nature of the missions that await. This segment of the event aimed to build excitement and anticipation for the game's release by providing a deeper look into its expansive world and the thrilling activities players will engage in.
Star Wars Outlaws Overview Trailer
Following the gameplay demo reveal, Ubisoft then proceeded to share the Star Wars Outlaws overview trailer. This trailer showcased the game's diverse locations, a range of intriguing characters, and various gameplay styles. It provided a comprehensive look at the game's expansive universe, highlighting the different environments players will explore and the unique challenges they will face. The trailer effectively set the stage for what players can expect, emphasizing the depth and variety of experiences available in the game.
Fans can play Star Wars Outlaws later this year as it will be launching on August 30, 2024. The game will be available on PC through Ubisoft Store, Xbox Series, and on PS5.
XDefiant Season 1
Additionally, Ubisoft revealed that their free-to-play, first-person arena shooter, XDefiant, is getting its first season. Fans can expect three new maps, three new weapons, a new faction, and a new game mode, Capture the Flag. The XDefiant Season 1 will begin after the game's current pre-season ends, which is on July 2, 2024.
XDefiant is available to play on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC through the Ubisoft store.
Skull and Bones Update
During Ubisoft Forward 2024, significant updates for Skull and Bones were unveiled, generating excitement among fans. Firstly, in Season 2: Chorus of Havoc, players will encounter the formidable Megalodon, adding a thrilling challenge to their maritime adventures. Alongside this, Ubisoft introduced a new, highly maneuverable ship called The Brig, enhancing navigation and combat capabilities. Moreover, time-limited boat race events will offer new and competitive gameplay opportunities, encouraging players to test their sailing skills. Additionally, responding to community feedback, fleet management will be implemented, allowing players to better organize and control their armada.
Ubisoft also shared details about Season 3: Into the Dragon's Wake. This upcoming season will feature new characters, enriching the game's narrative and interactions. A particularly exciting addition is the Flying Dragon, a menacing sea monster that players will need to confront. Furthermore, Ubisoft announced a new 5v5 PvP mode, enabling teams to engage in tactical naval battles.
Skull and Bones is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, on PC through Ubisoft Connect, and Amazon Luna. Players can subscribe to Ubisoft+ Premium to get access to the Ultimate Edition.
Prince of Persia Updates
Ubisoft Forward 2024 came with three Prince of Persia-related announcements. Here is what they showcased.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown will receive a free content update packed with new features. This update will introduce revised boss battles, adding fresh challenges and strategies for players. Additionally, new puzzle challenges will be included to test players' problem-solving skills. The update will also bring new amulets and outfits, providing more customization options and enhancing gameplay variety.
Moreover, Ubisoft revealed that story DLC, titled Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: Mask of Darkness, is scheduled for release in September. This downloadable content will expand the game's narrative, offering players new storylines and adventures to explore.
The Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and on PC via the Ubisoft Store and the Epic Games Store.
Evil Empire and Ubisoft have exciting updates for their roguelite platformer, The Rogue Prince of Persia. The game will soon feature a new update called Temple of Fire, designed to introduce even tougher challenges to its early access version.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is available on PC via Steam.
Last but not least on Prince of Persia updates, Ubisoft also showcased the official teaser trailer of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. Although the footage only lasted for 30 seconds, it revealed that the game will be coming in 2026.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
During Ubisoft Forward 2024, a new trailer was unveiled for The Sky Breaker, the upcoming story DLC for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. This DLC is set to launch on July 16 as part of the game's season pass. The Sky Breaker promises to expand the game's narrative with new content, taking players deeper into the world of Pandora. The trailer provided a glimpse of what to expect, highlighting new storylines, characters, and possibly new environments and challenges.
The Crew Motorfest
Ubisoft recently announced new content for The Crew Motorfest, which is entering its year 2 of updates as part of the game's live-service model. One of the highlights of this announcement is the introduction of a brand new island to the game. Players can expect fresh environments, challenges, and experiences as they explore this new location.
In addition to the new island, Ubisoft unveiled a trailer for “The Chase Squad,” which is new story content slated for release in November.
Anno 117: Pax Romana
Ubisoft and Blue Byte are set to release Anno 117: Pax Romana, the next installment in their long-standing economic simulation and real-time strategy game series. This game, slated for a 2025 release, puts players in the shoes of a Roman governor tasked with managing and expanding their empire.
During Ubisoft Forward 2024, viewers were treated to a humorous live-action trailer for Anno 117: Pax Romana. The trailer humorously portrays the challenges faced by a Roman governor, highlighting the absurdity of governing an ancient province when your most loyal subjects happen to be goats.
Anno 117: Pax Romana is coming to PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Playstation 5 sometime next year.
Assassin's Creed Shadows
Ubisoft is venturing into new territory with Assassin’s Creed Shadows, bringing the series to Japan for the first time. In this installment, players will have the opportunity to embody two distinct roles: the stealthy shinobi Naoe and the formidable samurai Yasuke. During Ubisoft Forward, a detailed 13-minute gameplay walkthrough was presented, showcasing how these protagonists differ in their gameplay mechanics and approaches to challenges within the game world.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is set for release on November 15, 2024, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, PC, and Amazon Luna.
And that concludes our recap of all the game trailers, major announcements, and updates featured at Ubisoft Forward 2024.
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