Ubisoft Forward is the first all-digital showcase from the French publisher, and promised to bring major announcements from across its slate.
We even heard that
there will be a second Ubisoft Forward event coming later this year. Here's everything we've learned during today's event:
Far Cry 6
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After several leaks earlier this week, Ubisoft officially announced
Far Cry 6 for a February 2021 release. The reveal showcased Breaking Bad and The Mandalorian actor Giancarlo Esposito in a new role.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla
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Announced earlier this year,
Assassin's Creed Valhalla has been confirmed for a November 17 release date on Xbox One, PS4, PC, and Stadia. Ubisoft re-confirmed the upcoming adventure is also set for Xbox Series X and PS5, but did not offer a release date for it on those systems.
Hyper Scape
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Ubisoft announced
Hyper Scape, the company's new battle royale, is now available in open beta starting today. Alongside that, Ubisoft confirmed a new weapon, new hack, and new 30-tier battle pass have been added to the game.
Watch Dogs Legion
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Ubisoft announced
Watch Dogs Legion will be released on October 29, 2020. Alongside the release date, Ubisoft showcased more of Legion's ambitious gameplay, which allows players to essentially recruit any NPC and make them a playable character.
Watch the new gameplay above, and check out a new trailer for Watch Dogs below.
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Brawlhalla
Brawlhalla will be coming to iOS and Android devices, Ubisoft announced during its Ubisoft Forward event. The mobile versions will feature crossplay, and are set to be released on August 6.
Just Dance 2020
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Just Dance 2020's Season 3 will bring three new songs, three returning songs, and a new playlist. The Season 3 trailer introduced "Hype" by Dizzee Rascal & Calvin Harris, "La Respuesta" by Becky G Ft. Maluma, and "Crayon" by G-Dragon.
Three returning songs will be "Barbra Streisand (2019 Edit)" by Duck Sauce, "Giddy on Up (Giddy on Out)" by Laura Bell Bundy, and "Mas Que Nada" by Sergio Mendes ft. The Black Eyed Peas.
This update will be released on July 23.
The Crew 2
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Ubisoft previewed what's coming in August, including the Flashy 80's update as part of the Summer in Hollywood, which will include legendary 80's cars like the DeLorean.
Trials: Rising
On Thursday, July 16, Trials: Rising will be getting the Gigatrack, the longest track in Trials franchise history. It will be free for all players.
Ghost Recon: Breakpoint
Ghost Recon Breakpoint will receive a free Title Update, 2.1.0 on July 15. Most notably, it adds AI teammates to the game for the first time, letting solo players choose whether they want a squad of operators to play with, who will have the same abilities as player-controlled characters. Solo players will be able to give orders to and customize the gear of AI teammates.
The update will also add a new limited-time event, Resistance!, beginning on July 16. The event will see players attempting to save prisoners, attack outposts and stop convoys. Playing the event will unlock 14 new rewards, available until July 29. The update also adds Ghost War PvP content, including item drop functionality and community-requested improvements.
Updating... stay tuned for more!