Ubisoft's next big Assassin's Creed may be further away than fans hoped. A new report claims Assassin's Creed Hexe, the long-awaited witch-themed entry, has been delayed internally by another year, pushing its likely release to 2028. The same wave of rumours also points to two other projects in development: Mars, said to be set in Ancient Rome, and Pocket, reportedly a mobile game set in Jerusalem.
None of this has been confirmed by Ubisoft. This guide separates what is known from what is rumoured, explains why the series is under pressure, and looks at what it could mean for console, PC and mobile players.
Key Takeaways
- Hexe delay: An industry reporter, citing anonymous sources, says the game has slipped another year internally, with 2028 now the likelier window.
- Earlier target: Previous rumours had pointed to a 2027 release.
- Two more games: A YouTuber claims Mars (Ancient Rome) and Pocket (mobile, Jerusalem) are listed in Ubisoft's systems.
- Official status: Ubisoft has not confirmed any of the new details and has reportedly promised an update on Hexe in 2027.
- Context: Leadership changes and a company-wide restructuring have affected the franchise over the past year.
What Is Assassin's Creed Hexe?
Hexe was announced alongside Assassin's Creed Shadows more than four years ago, and it is described as a witchy, spooky open-world game. Beyond that announcement, Ubisoft has not shown any concrete footage. Rumours have also pointed to an overhauled combat system, though that is unconfirmed. Everything Ubisoft has said publicly is that Hexe would launch sometime after Shadows.
What Is Reported About the Delay
| Claim | Type of source | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Hexe has been delayed internally by about a year, likely to 2028 | Industry reporter citing anonymous sources | Unconfirmed |
| Hexe was previously aiming for 2027 | Earlier rumour from industry sources | Unconfirmed |
| A codenamed project called Mars exists | The reporter says he has heard the codename | Codename heard, other details not verified |
| Mars is set in Ancient Rome | YouTuber citing access to Ubisoft's backend systems | Unconfirmed |
| Pocket is a mobile game set in Jerusalem | The same YouTuber | Unconfirmed |
| An update on Hexe is planned for 2027 | Reported statement of Ubisoft's plans | Reported plan |
The reporter who first described the delay has said he could not verify the Rome project beyond the codename, citing turbulence in the franchise over the past year. That is a reason to treat the details with caution.
Why the Series Is Under Pressure
- Creative leadership changes: Hexe's original creative director left earlier this year, and veteran developer Jean Guesdon, who led Black Flag and Origins, took over. Two months later, the game director also departed.
- Franchise head exit: The former head of the franchise left Ubisoft and later sued the company for close to $1 million. Ubisoft described the departure as voluntary, while he called it a constructive dismissal.
- Company restructuring: Ubisoft has been through a large restructuring, which reports link to the turbulence around the series.
- Strong recent sales: Shadows and Black Flag Resynced both performed well. The Black Flag remake sold more than 3.5 million copies in about two weeks, beating its annual expectations, and received its final major update on October 27. Ubisoft is reportedly done with series remakes for now.
The tension is clear: demand for the franchise is high, but the next mainline game is reportedly taking longer than planned.
The Rumored Projects: Mars and Pocket
| Codename | Rumored setting | Rumored platform | What else is claimed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars | Ancient Rome, a first for the series | Not specified; considered unlikely to be mobile | May connect to the upcoming live-action Netflix series; one theory says it follows Aya after Origins |
| Jerusalem | Mobile | No gameplay, story or release details |
The series has visited Rome before: Assassin's Creed Brotherhood in 2010 was set there during the Italian Renaissance, but never in the ancient period. An Ancient Rome game would be a different setting entirely.
The Mobile Question
The rumour about Pocket matters because Ubisoft's mobile plans have been unclear. Assassin's Creed Jade, an open-world mobile game announced in September 2022 and developed with a partner, opened closed beta registrations in June 2023, but it was delayed in March 2024 and has had few updates since. It was expected in 2025 at the time of the delay, and no new window has been given.
Other changes add to the uncertainty. Ubisoft's Halifax studio, which worked on mobile projects, closed earlier this year, and Rainbow Six Mobile will shut down on January 15, 2027. A separate mobile Assassin's Creed project would have to fit into that changing picture.
What Ubisoft Has Said
Ubisoft has not confirmed the new details. The last signals are that Hexe would arrive after Shadows, and that an update on the game is expected next year. Until Ubisoft announces something itself, release years, settings and platforms should be read as rumours.
Why It Matters for Game Marketers
This section is ASOWorld's editorial analysis, not a statement from Ubisoft.
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- Rumour cycles drive search interest. Reports about delays and codenames generate spikes in searches, which franchise-adjacent games can benefit from.
- Long gaps create openings. When a major series is quiet for years, competing games in the same genre, such as stealth action and historical adventure, can capture audiences waiting for the next entry.
- Mobile follows console strategy. A rumoured mobile title shows how publishers use their biggest IPs to reach phone audiences, which makes IP-based mobile games a growing category.
- Mixed signals need careful messaging. Teams working with licensed brands should avoid repeating unconfirmed dates in marketing materials.
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What to Watch Next
- An official Hexe update. Ubisoft's promised 2027 update would be the first concrete look in years.
- Confirmation or denial of Mars and Pocket. Whether Ubisoft addresses the codenames publicly.
- Leadership stability. Further changes on the Hexe team would affect how credible the 2028 timeline is.
- The Netflix series. Its release could shape how Ubisoft times new franchise announcements.
- Mobile roadmap. Any update on Jade, or a new mobile title, would clarify Ubisoft's phone strategy.
Quick Answers: Assassin's Creed Hexe
Has Assassin's Creed Hexe been delayed?
Reportedly, yes. An industry reporter says it slipped another year internally, with 2028 now more likely, but Ubisoft has not confirmed this.
When was Hexe originally expected?
Earlier rumours pointed to 2027. Ubisoft has never announced an official release date.
What is Assassin's Creed Mars?
A rumoured project said to be set in Ancient Rome, which may connect to the upcoming Netflix series. It is unconfirmed.
What is Assassin's Creed Pocket?
A rumoured mobile game set in Jerusalem, with no gameplay or release details.
Is Assassin's Creed Jade still in development?
Ubisoft has not given a new release window since delaying it in March 2024, and a studio that worked on its mobile projects has since closed.
Has Ubisoft confirmed any of this?
No. The last reported plan is an update on Hexe in 2027.
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