Ubisoft appoints a new director for the next Assassin's Creed

- February 27, 2026
- Updated: March 11, 2026 at 10:20 AM

Ubisoft has made significant changes to its creative team with the new appointment of Jean Guesdon as creative director of Codename Hexe, following the departure of Clint Hocking. Guesdon, known for his successful work on Assassins Creed Black Flag and Assassins Creed Origins, takes charge of a development that promises to offer something distinctive within the popular franchise.
They assure that the development of this title remains in the hands of an experienced team, which provides a ray of hope for fans who are expecting something revolutionary.
A game that was thought to be on the tightrope
The transition has also been accompanied by controversies. The CEO of Ubisoft, who has faced accusations of nepotism, defended the recent decision to appoint his son to lead a new studio related to Assassins Creed.
The CEO stated that Ubisoft was founded as a family company, a statement that has generated mixed reactions within the gaming community and the industry.
With the future of Codename Hexe in Guesdon’s hands, fans of the franchise hope that innovations and creativity will breathe new life into the series.
Meanwhile,the industry continues to closely watch how events unfold at the company, especially in light of the nepotism allegations and their impact on Ubisoft’s workplace culture.
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