A gameplay showcase for the open world title, which is set in feudal Japan, will allegedly be showcased in July, it's been claimed.
"We feel like we have the ingredients for creating fun, engaging content that people will always come back to," says senior producer Neven Dravinski.
The open beta will let players explore the Red Isle, Coast of Africa, Open Seas, and the East Indies. Progress will carry over to the full game.
Each season will add new features like Territory Control and Fleet Management, limited-time events, new ships, and more for free.
Players will craft contraband and engage in Heists and Takeovers to secure manufactories and grow their pirate empire in the endgame.
Meanwhile, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown debuts in fourth place, with Hogwarts Legacy and EA Sports FC 24 still occupying the top two spots.
Rémi Boutin, senior game designer on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, hopes to be able to work on a Legend of Zelda game one day.
The side-scrolling Metroidvania title launched on January 18th for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.
The game, which has yet to be officially announcd by Ubisoft, will likely be based on Netflix's Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix.
Ubisoft's beloved franchise returns with its first new instalment since 2010, this time coming with a Metroidvania twist and returning to its sidescrolling roots.
"As people embrace that model, they will see that these games will exist, the service will continue, and you'll be able to access them when you feel like," says Ubisoft's Philippe Tremblay.
The sidescrolling Metroidvania action-platformer launches for PC and consoles on January 18, though Deluxe Edition owners can play it now.
Those who own the Deluxe Edition get three days of early access to the Metroidvania, which is out worldwide on January 18th.
Ubisoft+ now has two new tiers on PC, one focusing on newer releases like Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and one focusing on older titles.
Though initially deemed a commercial failure, the tactics game is now reportedly performing in line with its predecessor.
Participants who register now have a chance of being selected for a short technical test lasting 1-2 hours and taking place before the closed test.
Ubisoft Montpelier's 2D Metroidvania launches on January 18th for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.
A triumphant return for a classic franchise.
The $59.99 edition includes the Immortal and Warrior Within outfits, three days of early access, a Digital Adventure Guide and more.
Launching January 18th, the Metroidvania title is Ubisoft's first to feature a High Contrast Mode with three presets available.
