Cancelled Assassin’s Creed: Footage of Ancient China Project Surfaces
For fans of the Assassin’s Creed series, the franchise is synonymous with exploring historical eras. However, some ambitious projects never see the light of day. Recently, video footage has surfaced online, reportedly showcasing Assassin’s Creed Destiny, a joint project between Ubisoft and Tencent that has since been cancelled.
What is in the footage?
The leaked video provides a glimpse into what the game might have been, set in 206 BC during China’s Qin dynasty. The footage displays classic gameplay elements characteristic of the series: the protagonist scaling walls and neutralizing enemies in stealth mode. Additionally, the video highlights various combat skills and weapons, including a particularly unusual and original accessory—a lethal umbrella.
Although the footage looks quite impressive, the project was likely shut down during its early development stages. This means a full version of Assassin’s Creed Destiny will almost certainly never be released, leaving it to remain in the developers' archives.
What is the fate of Assassin’s Creed Jade?
Despite the cancellation of Destiny, Ubisoft has not abandoned the ancient China theme. The company is still developing a mobile game titled Assassin’s Creed Jade, which was first announced in 2022. Information regarding the project has been scarce in recent years, and various sources suggest that its release has been delayed multiple times.
Despite the silence, Ubisoft representatives recently confirmed that the game will offer a co-op mode. There is hope that the interesting mechanics developed for the cancelled Destiny, including potential combat systems, might be integrated into the mobile-focused Jade.
What does this mean for players?
For Assassin’s Creed fans who have spent years requesting a setting in the Chinese era, this news brings mixed emotions. On one hand, it is disappointing to learn that a large-scale project has been cancelled; however, Jade remains a glimmer of hope that Ubisoft will eventually provide an adventure rooted in Chinese culture.
At this stage, the company has not issued an official comment. For gamers who are waiting for high-quality titles on mobile platforms, Assassin’s Creed Jade could become one of the most significant events of the year, provided it eventually reaches its release date.