Ubisoft is a renowned video game publishing company based in France, founded in 1986 by the Guillemot Family. Its headquarters is located in Saint-Mande, and it has studios all over the world, including countries like China, Japan, Canada, and Sweden.
Ubisoft has become one of the largest and most influential game developers for creating popular franchises such as Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six, Far Cry, Assassin’s Creed, Rayman, and Watch Dogs. The name Uni Soft has been established as a short form of Ubiquitous Software.
They offer a variety of various new and bold games in a wide spectrum of genres, from action-packed adventure and first-person shooters to role-playing and strategy games. The company has a built-on reputation for delivering immersive gameplay experiences to fans.
In addition to their own original titles, Ubisoft has joined forces with other major other franchises. For example, they have created games with themes of popular series like Star Wars, South Park, Avatar, and the Tom Clancy universe.
Over the years, Ubisoft has faced both critical acclaim and controversy. Initially, they started with 6 developers in their firm, and now they have around 20,000 developers in over 45 studios. They have developed several games which won them many awards.
However, they have been involved in controversies related to the destructive workplace to work in, and there have been accusations of sexual misconduct. The company responded by conducting an investigation within the company, and the employees who were accused were terminated later.
Ubisoft has become a prominent player in the industry by releasing new and exciting games with rich storylines globally to enjoy.
Ubisoft Announces Revolutionary Open-World Star Wars Game
Ubisoft surprised the fans by announcing its latest project at the Xbox Games Showcase—an open-world Star Wars game. It added to the excitement from recent releases like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and the upcoming Disney+ series Ahsoka. The Star Wars fandom is highly awaiting the forthcoming events.
In collaboration with Lucasfilm Games and Massive Entertainment, Ubisoft releases a trailer for the game showcasing the plot and introducing the characters. The game is all set to come out in 2024 and will be available on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. Gamers got their first look at Star Wars Outlaws, and Ubisoft did not disappoint them.
The players are introduced to the main protagonist of the game, Kay Vess, a mischievous girl on the run from bounty hunters. Accompanied by a mysterious person, Jaylen, they will embark on a journey of fighting, stealing, and outwitting their way to complete a risky heist as they become the most wanted figures in the universe.
The most interesting fact about the game is that it is the first-ever open-world adventure in the Star Wars franchise. Julian Gerighty, the creative director at Ubisoft, expressed his excitement about making the game and said that they found the perfect theme to explore. Kay Vess, the main character, will allow the players to step into her shoes and navigate life under oppressive rule while seizing opportunities within the criminal underworld to forge her own path.
Fans were able to see additional gameplay footage of Star Wars Outlaws during the Ubisoft Forward showcase on June 12.
Star Wars fans are all looking forwards to the upcoming Star Wars games, including an untitled shooter and strategy game by Respawn Entertainment, Skydance New Media’s project led by Amy Hennig, and Quantic Dream’s Star Wars: Eclipse set during the High Republic era.
Reports suggest that the game is set to release next year, following Ubisoft’s recent financial challenges and delays. While the timeline seems a bit ambitious, insiders believe that Ubisoft’s Star Wars game has the potential to make it successful and a significant hit.
The Star Wars Universe continues expanding through various mediums, offering fans a chance to explore and indulge in the game world. The game seems to promise a thrilling and wild adventure filled with multiple challenges along the journey. Star Wars Folks and Gamers, May the force be with you as you dive into the immersive world of experience.
