Can lightning strike thrice?
There was a single word that used to best sum up Ubisoft’s E3 press conferences: Cringe. From awkward skits to bizarre dance numbers, Ubisoft’s E3 pressers were the sort of show that routinely made you tighten your jaw and clench your eyes. (Can you clench your eyes?)
But then, something unexpected happened. Two years ago,Ubisoft put on what might’ve been E3’s best show. 2018 followed suit. Suddenly, Ubisoft’s kind of good at this!
What might Ubisoft have up its sleeve this year? We’re sure to see a lengthy gameplay breakdown fromGhost Recon Breakpoint. We’ll also likely get a look atDivision 2‘s plans for later this year. and possibly a preview of plans for its second year. And, you’re able to bet there will be something aboutRainbow Six Siege.
However, it’s the big question marks that are more intriguing. Word around town is that Ubisoft is working on some sort ofRocket League-like roller derby game. There’s also credible speculation that Ubisoft is on the verge of announcing a newSplinter Cell.
My bold prediction is that we get a proper introduction to the newAssassin’s Creedvikings-themed game. Ubisoft has said that there won’t be anotherAssassin’s Creedin 2019, but it might be something that’s targeting release in the first three months of 2020. Ubisoft will launch four triple-A titles by the end of the fiscal year; it’s reasonable to think Ubisoft might test the waters by seeing howAssassin’s Creeddoes in the spring rather than the fall.
Could 2019 possibly make three consecutive years with tolerate (if not downright enjoyable!) Ubisoft press conferences? We’re 30 minutes away from finding out. The festivities kick off at 1pm Pacific. Get in the comments and do what you do best, you all-star commenter.
My bolder, boldest, and bolderest prediction is a newRayman2D game. It’s time. It’s really reallyreallytime.
(Also,here’s a link to this week’s press conference scheduleso you always know which publisher is up next.)
