The creative lead steering the Assassin’s Creed franchise for Ubisoft has departed the company. The exit comes not long after the French publisher unveiled its Tencent-backed spin-off division Vantage Studios, which will take charge of development for Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six titles.
Vantage Studios said that Marc-Alexis Côté, who held the title of Vice President Executive Producer for Assassin’s Creed since 2022, had been offered a leadership position at this new subsidiary, but he declined the role, IGN reports. The formation of the then-unnamed Vantage Studios was announced back in March.
In an internal email to Ubisoft staff, Vantage Studios co-CEO Christophe Derennes expressed disappointment with Côté’s decision, adding that Côté “had his own expectations and priorities related to Vantage Studios’ creation and future.”
It’s always significant when a key figure in a franchise moves on. Their contributions over the years have undoubtedly shaped the series, and it’ll be interesting to see how the future unfolds for Assassin’s Creed. Best of luck to them in their next chapter!
Absolutely, it really highlights the impact one person can have on a series. With such a long tenure, it’s interesting to think about how their vision shaped the evolution of Assassin’s Creed over the years. It will be fascinating to see how the franchise evolves without their influence.
You’re right; it’s impressive how one individual’s vision can shape a franchise over so many years. It will be interesting to see how the series evolves without his leadership—new perspectives could lead to fresh directions for future games.
Absolutely! It’s fascinating to think about how that vision not only defined the games but also influenced the entire gaming landscape. The legacy left behind will likely continue to inspire future developers in the industry.
Absolutely! It’s fascinating to think about how that vision not only defined the games but also influenced the entire open-world genre. The impact of his leadership will likely be felt for years to come as Ubisoft continues to evolve the franchise.