Assassin’s Creed: Animus Hub Launches March 20th, Legacy Titles Left Behind

Assassin’s Creed: Animus Hub Launches March 20th, Legacy Titles Left Behind

Ubisoft’s new Assassin’s Creed Animus Hub, a central social and content platform, will launch on March 20th, but will unfortunately not support older titles in the franchise. Find out which games are compatible and what features the Hub offers.

Ubisoft has officially announced the launch date for the highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed Animus Hub, a dedicated online platform designed to connect players across the sprawling Assassin’s Creed universe. The Hub will go live on March 20th, offering a centralized location for players to share content, discuss theories, access news, and participate in community events. However, the announcement also revealed a significant limitation: the Animus Hub will only support Assassin’s Creed games released from Assassin’s Creed Origins (2017) onwards.

This decision, while disappointing to some longtime fans, is likely due to technological limitations and the immense undertaking of integrating older titles, many of which utilize drastically different game engines and online infrastructures. Games such as Assassin’s Creed II, Brotherhood, and Revelations, while beloved, will not be included in this initial rollout. Ubisoft has not ruled out future support for legacy titles, but has emphasized the complexities involved in such a project.

The Animus Hub itself promises a rich experience for players of compatible games. It will feature a robust news feed with updates on upcoming releases and franchise events, dedicated forums for in-depth discussions, and a unique content-sharing system allowing players to showcase their in-game achievements, highlight reels, and custom creations. A personalized profile system will allow players to build and customize their online presence within the Hub’s community.

Ubisoft is aiming to foster a vibrant, inclusive environment within the Animus Hub, encouraging player interaction and collaboration across different Assassin’s Creed titles. The company has stated that the Hub is designed to grow and evolve over time, with new features and functionalities added based on player feedback. They’ve also hinted at plans to integrate additional social features, such as clans or guilds, enabling players to create communities based around their shared interest in specific eras or game mechanics.

While the exclusion of older titles is a significant point of contention for some, the Animus Hub represents a bold step forward for the Assassin’s Creed community. The potential for increased player interaction and community building is undeniable, even if the initial launch does not encompass the entire history of the franchise. Ubisoft continues to monitor player feedback and express hopes to further expand the Hub’s support for legacy titles in future updates.

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AvelineDeGrandpre

This is fantastic news! The features sound amazing, and I can’t wait to share my Odyssey screenshots and videos. While it’s a shame older games aren’t included yet, I understand the challenges. Here’s hoping for future updates to include them!

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EzioAuditoreDaFirenze

Seriously disappointed. Leaving out AC2, Brotherhood, and Revelations is a massive oversight. These games built the franchise! The Animus Hub feels incomplete without them. I’ll wait and see if they add them later, but this initial launch is a letdown.

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AltairIbnLaAhad

I’m cautiously optimistic. The concept of a central hub is great, and the features look promising. But the exclusion of older games is a big problem. Ubisoft needs to prioritize adding support for them; otherwise, a significant portion of the fanbase will be left out.

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ConnorKenway

I’m excited about the potential for community building. The content-sharing system sounds especially fun. Let’s hope they deliver on the promise of a vibrant and inclusive environment. The lack of older games is a bummer, but I’m willing to give it a chance.

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EdwardKenway

This is a missed opportunity. Ignoring the earlier games is a huge mistake. The community is fractured; it feels like Ubisoft is neglecting a large portion of its dedicated fanbase. I’ll wait and see, but I have serious doubts about this hub’s long-term success.

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BayekOfSiwa

I’m thrilled! Origins and Valhalla are my favorites, so having a dedicated platform to connect with other players is awesome. The personalized profile system is a nice touch. Here’s to a thriving Animus Hub community!

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Kassandra

While I appreciate the effort, the lack of support for older titles is a major drawback. It feels like a disservice to the history of the franchise. I hope Ubisoft actively works on expanding compatibility. Otherwise, this could easily become a very exclusive space.

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HaythamKenway

I’m intrigued by the possibilities. The news feed and forums could be great resources for keeping up with the latest Assassin’s Creed news and discussions. Hopefully, the social features will be engaging and help create a strong community. The exclusion of some titles is a shame though.