Ubisoft Has Canceled Its Tokyo Game Show Plans at the Last Minute

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Ubisoft Has Canceled Its Tokyo Game Show Plans at the Last Minute

Key Takeaways

  • Ubisoft cancels online presentation at Tokyo Game Show 2024, disappointing fans.
  • 2024 had mixed success for Ubisoft games, with some flops and some well-received titles.
  • Speculation surrounds Ubisoft’s decision to skip Tokyo Game Show but no official reason has been given.

As a long-time Ubisoft enthusiast, this year has been quite the rollercoaster ride. The high of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown was swiftly followed by the crushing disappointment of Skull and Bones, and then the ups and downs of XDefiant, Star Wars Outlaws, and more. I can’t help but feel a twinge of anticipation every time Ubisoft announces a new game, hoping this will be the one that finally solidifies their position as a top-tier developer.

I’m thrilled to share that Ubisoft, just like me, has announced it won’t be hosting an online presentation for the Tokyo Game Show 2024, contrary to initial plans. Much like other prominent gaming companies, Ubisoft had originally intended to make a splash at this year’s Tokyo Game Show, leveraging the platform to unveil its exciting lineup of upcoming game releases.

2023 has been a mix of productivity and disillusionment for Ubisoft. The debut of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown in January was met with acclaim, while the long-awaited release of Skull and Bones in February fell flat. The free-to-play first-person shooter XDefiant started well, but its player numbers have significantly decreased since its peak. Despite generally positive reviews, Star Wars Outlaws has apparently not garnered the sales success many anticipated. Ubisoft still has several games scheduled for 2024, although they will not be exhibited at Tokyo Game Show as initially thought.

Initially, Ubisoft had planned to showcase a special event at the Tokyo Game Show on September 26. However, they’ve since decided to call off this presentation without giving a specific explanation, merely citing “various reasons.” This news has disappointed Ubisoft fans and presents an inconvenient situation for the company.

Ubisoft Won’t Be at Tokyo Game Show 2024

Well, it’s no secret that not all of Ubisoft’s 2024 games have been blockbusters, with some major letdowns alongside games that were critically acclaimed but didn’t quite set the sales charts on fire. As a gamer and an investor, I can understand why some shareholders are calling for a shakeup at Ubisoft’s top brass. In fact, there’s been a growing chorus asking the company to return to private ownership.

Regarding Ubisoft’s withdrawal from Tokyo Game Show 2024, it’s hard to say for certain why this move was made, as there are several possible explanations. One theory is that the controversy surrounding “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” in Japan, where some gamers criticized the game for historical inaccuracies, might have played a role. It’s plausible that Ubisoft chose to skip Tokyo Game Show to prevent stirring up this controversy again. However, it’s important to note that Ubisoft’s decision could also be due to reasons entirely unrelated to “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” or any of their future games. Until Ubisoft provides an explanation, fans can only guess at the true motivation behind this move.

2024 will see the launch of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Ubisoft’s most anticipated game as of now, along with their annual release of Just Dance and a new digital version of Monopoly. As for 2025, Ubisoft’s plans are still under development, but here’s hoping they have a more successful year compared to 2024.

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2024-09-24 20:03