Beyond Good & Evil 2 Thrives Amid Ubisoft’s Major Reset, Maintains Its Unique Position in the Fantasy Genre

Ubisoft’s Major Restructuring: A Look at Beyond Good & Evil 2

This week, the gaming world was abuzz with the news that Ubisoft is undergoing a significant transformation. The company announced a “major reset” of its operations, which includes the cancellation of six projects, among them the highly anticipated Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake. Additionally, it delayed the launch of seven other titles and initiated development on four new intellectual properties. Amidst these dramatic changes, one longstanding project has endured: Beyond Good & Evil 2.

The Long Road of Development

Despite having been in development for an astounding 14 years (a timeline that stretches back four years from the last report), Ubisoft has insisted that Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains a valuable asset. According to Ubisoft, the game still presents a “unique proposition”within the realm of contemporary fantasy gaming.

“Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains part of our portfolio and our roadmap and fits with our strategy of focusing on open world adventures, ”a Ubisoft spokesperson stated to Eurogamer.

Ubisoft’s representative further expressed that the needs of fantasy gaming fans are not being met, implying that Beyond Good & Evil 2 could fulfill that gap.

A Forgotten Legacy

Since its initial unveiling in 2008, updates about Beyond Good & Evil 2 have been sparse, with the last official trailer debuting at E3 2017. While Ubisoft considered the lengthy development period of the Prince of Persia remake unsustainable, the nearly two decades spent on Beyond Good & Evil 2 have seemingly not deterred company officials. Moreover, hiring for the project continued as recently as last November.

(It’s worth noting that the leadership responsible for this long gestation period has presided over a staggering 95% loss in company value over the last eight years.)

The Uncertain Future of Beyond Good & Evil 2

The uncertain future of Beyond Good & Evil 2 raises questions about its potential impact if and when it finally releases. There is a possibility that it could resonate well with dedicated fans who have been waiting for nearly 20 years. However, it is more likely that the pressures of such prolonged anticipation may lead to disappointment, regardless of the game’s actual quality.

For many, the ongoing development of this title serves as a reminder of the first game’s significant impact, which remains accessible to players through the recently released remaster of Beyond Good & Evil. Still, as time progresses, persuading audiences about the masterpiece potential of Beyond Good & Evil 2 becomes increasingly challenging.

Will the New Generation Care?

A critical question looms: when Beyond Good & Evil 2 eventually arrives, will it capture the interest of today’s gamers? This latest generation, who gravitate towards ‘forever games’ such as Roblox, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto V, and Minecraft, may find it hard to connect with a title that harks back over a decade.

As Ubisoft navigates this challenging landscape, the fate of Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains contingent on both its development progress and the evolving gaming audience.

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