Beyond Good & Evil 2 Continues Development with New Creative Director
Despite a tumultuous history, Ubisoft remains committed to completing the long-awaited sequel.
- Fawzi Mesmar, a veteran game designer, has been appointed as the new creative director for Beyond Good & Evil 2, following the passing of Emile Morel in 2023.
- The game, first announced in 2008 and re-revealed in 2017, has faced numerous setbacks, including leadership changes and development challenges.
- Ubisoft has reassigned developers from disbanded projects, like Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, to aid in the game's progress.
- Internal sources suggest the game recently passed a significant milestone, indicating potential progress despite its lengthy development.
- Beyond Good & Evil 2 aims to deliver a unique open-world experience, building on the vision set by previous directors, but its release date remains uncertain.