Jordan Mechner wrote about how this kind of project cancellation after years can often be a "brutal experience" for developers.
In an interview, Michel Ansel spoke fondly about the original platformer, noting that it still holds up quite well even today.
Reliable leaker Shinobi602 has noted that Ubisoft isn't "holding back" the remake, and that it has set release and reveal dates.
The project was reportedly cancelled in light of Ubisoft's corporate restructuring and Vantage Studios deeming it too expensive.
The union representatives have noted that there has been a lack of trust between leadership and employees from as far back as 2020.
The press kit included a full-sized replica of the Dagger of Time from the cancelled remake, indicating that it was close to release.
The $49.99 edition includes the base game, all paid expansions, several cosmetic packs, and a complete lack of graphical upgrades.
In a statement, Ubisoft has said that David Michaud-Cromp had breached the company-wide code of conduct, leading to disciplinary action.
"I don't know a single colleague who likes Invictus," says a developer on the project, who reportedly spoke to leaker @xj0nathan.
Fawzi Mesmar also expressed sadness about many of the projects at Ubisoft getting cancelled as part of its organizational overhaul.
The legend himself is coming to Ubisoft's competitive tactical shooter in Year 11 with a full reveal slated for February 15th.
"It is time to make our boss understand that he is not welcome on our premises” while mistreating his employees, said the unions.
Ubisoft took to social media to comment on the figurine's pictures with the classic Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas meme featuring CJ.
The long-in-development title is important to the publisher "in the context of our strategy centered around Open World Adventures.”
Rayman could be making a comeback sooner than expected with the 30th Anniversary Edition reportedly launching "very, very soon."
Insider shinobi602 pushes back against reports that the franchise is dead (and isn't talking about the upcoming movie either).
The developer said that they unfortunately couldn't verify their identity in a Q&A session due to non-disclosure agreements.
A massive organizational shake-up, seven delayed games, hints of further lay-offs, and more indicate a company that's gone off the deep end.
Ubisoft's shares are currently listed at €4.38, which means a 33.93 percent drop from when the markets initially opened.
Beyond Good and Evil 2 was first teased back in 2008, and its current incarnation has been in development since at least 2017.
