What the Canceled Assassin's Creed Destiny Means for AC Jade
The leak gives players a glimpse of what could have been a mainline AC set in ancient China, while raising questions about the future of the mobile-focused Jade and the franchise's overall direction.
The leak gives players a glimpse of what could have been a mainline AC set in ancient China, while raising questions about the future of the mobile-focused Jade and the franchise's overall direction.
Key points - Canceled Assassin's Creed Destiny was set in 206 BCE during the Qin-Han transition. - Footage shows a hooded assassin fighting in a siege led by warlord Xiang Yu. - The game was reportedly a Ubisoft-Tencent partnership for consoles and PC. - Assassin's Creed Jade, set in the same era, is still in development for mobile. - Jade was delayed to 2025, and as of 2026, its status remains uncertain.
Timeline - 206 BCE: Qin dynasty falls to Han after civil war; Destiny's setting. - 2025: Assassin's Creed Jade was delayed to this year. - 2026: Leaked Destiny footage surfaces; Jade still in development.
FAQ
Q: Is Assassin's Creed Destiny canceled? A: Yes, according to the report, Destiny was seemingly canceled, though no official announcement was made.
Q: Will Assassin's Creed Jade still release? A: Jade is still in development, but it was delayed to 2025 and its current status in 2026 is unclear.
Q: What platforms was Destiny planned for? A: The prototype footage suggests it was aimed at modern consoles and PC, unlike Jade which targets mobile.
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