The development of Assassin’s Creed Hexe is taking an unexpected turn. While the game is one of Ubisoft’s major projects, its creative director, Clint Hocking, will leave the company. A decision confirmed by a spokesperson, even as the franchise begins a new strategic phase.
Ubisoft recently reorganized the governance of Assassin’s Creed with the appointment of a trio responsible for steering the brand. This new structure includes a Brand Manager, a Content Manager and a Production Excellence Manager. The Content Manager will also serve as Creative Director on Hexe.
Clint Hocking leaves Ubisoft, development continues
Clint Hocking, creative director of Assassin’s Creed Hexe, will therefore leave Ubisoft. According to the information relayed, the development of the game will continue under the direction of an experienced team. The studio ensures that the experience offered will remain unique within the Assassin’s Creed franchise. More information will be communicated later. This departure comes as Hexe represents an important project in Ubisoft’s roadmap, alongside other Assassin’s Creed titles and two new Far Cry games currently in development.
Jean Guesdon takes over creative orders
To replace Clint Hocking, Ubisoft has appointed Jean Guesdon. He will serve as creative director on Assassin’s Creed Hexe while becoming Head of Content for the franchise. Jean Guesdon is not unknown to players. He notably worked on Assassin’s Creed Origins and Assassin’s Creed Black Flag, two episodes praised for their artistic direction and their gameplay overhaul. His return to a strategic position could reassure part of the community, given his experience on major episodes of the series.
Assassin’s Creed Hexe, a return to the roots of the franchise
The first information indicates that Assassin’s Creed Hexe will be more inspired by the old parts of the saga. The game will feature Elsa, a female protagonist, in an adventure set in central Europe in the 16th century, in the heart of the Holy Roman Empire. The title recently recruited its main screenwriter, already involved on Origins, Valhalla and Mirage. This choice suggests narrative continuity with recent episodes while returning to a structure closer to the first Assassin’s Creed.
At the same time, Ubisoft is continuing the development of several other projects related to the license, while a Black Flag Remaster artbook recently appeared online. The departure of the creative director therefore comes in a context of broader reorganization, while the Assassin’s Creed franchise remains one of the strategic pillars of the publisher.