Ubisoft had planned to leave Mirage, but it appears to have changed its mind, thanks to some backing from the Savvy Games group, funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). The details are still unfolding. Reports suggest that after a meeting between Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot and representatives from Savvy Games, both parties decided to proceed with this new downloadable content. Unfortunately, the specifics of what players can expect or when it might arrive remain unclear. Isn’t that just like gaming companies to keep us guessing?
This development comes as Ubisoft gears up for its next major release: Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Scheduled for March after several delays, expectations are high among fans eager to see how this title will compare to its predecessors like Valhalla and Odyssey.
A recent preview states, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows could prove to be a notable release for both fans of Valhalla and Odyssey’s country-sized sandbox, and those craving a more cinematic Samurai story.”
The PIF has been active in the video game industry lately, positioning itself as a significant player. With investments to diversify the Saudi economy away from oil dependency, its involvement with franchises like Nintendo only highlights its commitment.
The fund acquired a 5.01% stake in Nintendo in May 2022; reports now indicate it held as much as 8.58% of the company as of mid-2024. Such moves mark a fascinating era in which traditional gaming companies are intertwined with global investment strategies.
I’m genuinely interested in how players react once we know more about this DLC. Will it enrich our experience? As always, let me know your thoughts! What aspects do you hope they’ll expand upon? Feel free to share your ideas below!
