{"id":20557,"date":"2021-06-14T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-14T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vgu.tv\/?p=20557"},"modified":"2021-06-13T21:38:33","modified_gmt":"2021-06-14T01:38:33","slug":"ubisoft-forward-2021-reaction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vgu.tv\/?p=20557","title":{"rendered":"Ubisoft Forward 2021 &#8211; VGU Reacts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hey guys!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So E3 has arrived! If you weren\u2019t sure if it had arrived yet, well, you can check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/vgu.tv\/2021\/05\/29\/e3-2021-vgu-reacts\/\">first<\/a> feature I wrote on the subject last week, as well as our <a href=\"https:\/\/vgu.tv\/2021\/06\/01\/e3-2021-our-expectations-roundtable\/\">expectations<\/a> roundtable. But this week, we\u2019ve got a ton of conferences being thrown at us. Seriously, a ton. I remember when there used to be about five of them. Now we have at least 15. In the span of about four days. Yesterday, we got the Ubisoft Forward conference and, being the Ubisoft stan that I am, I figured I would write up a VGU Reacts on the subject. I\u2019m gonna do things a little differently today, though. I\u2019m taking you back to my blogging days, and I\u2019m going to live blog <em>as <\/em>I watch the conference. Holding nothing back. All opinions, unfiltered, as we go along. So, if you\u2019re as excited as I am, let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iGiUiROB_Xw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we begin, I can\u2019t help but think of the things I\u2019m hoping to see. I would love a new <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed <\/em>announcement (at least a hint at the future), some <em>Far Cry 6<\/em> gameplay, and a release date for <em>Riders Republic<\/em>. Also, I\u2019ve got 2 bets going on with our own Josh Miller: we will see <em>Beyond Good &amp; Evil 2<\/em> gameplay, and a re-reveal of <em>Skull &amp; Bones<\/em>. Fingers crossed I\u2019m making 10 bucks today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lights up, and God, I miss Aisha Tyler. Hell, I miss everything about E3! I miss the crowds and the live reactions, and I <em>hate <\/em>the forced acting between hosts of these digital showcases. Cringe. Anyway, bring on the <em>Splinter Cell<\/em>! Hopefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They mentioned <em>Rainbow Six<\/em> news. I forgot they leaked a new name for <em>Quarantine <\/em>&#8211; <em>Rainbow Six Extraction<\/em>. It sounds alright. I\u2019m excited to see it in action and how it differs from <em>Siege<\/em>. Also remembering how we won\u2019t be seeing any <em>Prince of Persia<\/em> in this show. That game is never coming out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, <em>Rainbow Six Extraction<\/em> is about an alien parasite, not a global pandemic. That is a refreshing change of pace. I guess The Division did have that dystopia covered, though. I also gotta say, it\u2019s nice to have a cinematic for once. I\u2019ve had too many developer interviews these past couple of days. Let\u2019s get to the old-fashioned pre-rendered trailers, huh?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oFzsANuSbdw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, the cinematic is just that, no gameplay here. But it is doing a good job of getting the idea out there. A team of three goes in to extract a captured comrade. There is lots of sonar-oriented weaponry, and cool finishing moves. I hope those factor into the gameplay, alongside the dynamic cover they\u2019re using. I doubt they have no gameplay, though. This game has to be coming out this year, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now they\u2019re using RC drones and electrical traps and mentioning a race against the clock. I\u2019m picturing Siege\u2019s terrorist hunt mode&#8230; but with aliens. Also, this trailer looks gorgeous, I must say. Now there\u2019s an &#8220;Apex&#8221; blocking the exit, who seems to act as a stronger mini-boss of sorts. They quickly take care of him and, well, reach the Extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rainbow Six Extraction<\/em> is coming on September 16 and it\u2019s dubbed \u201cA Ubisoft Original.\u201d That\u2019s new. On all platforms but Switch. Even Stadia. Remember him?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh boy, now there\u2019s a dev interview. Yawn. Let\u2019s see&#8230; 1-3 player co-op, using \u201cyour favorite <em>Rainbow Six<\/em> operators.\u201d This sounds like <em>Siege\u2019s Undead Nightmare<\/em> if that makes any sense. Gadgets and weaponry will feel familiar, with new unlockable equipment to fight this new alien threat. Also, if you die, you go MIA, and your teammates have to rescue you before you can return to the game. That\u2019s pretty rad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The game takes place in three areas: New York, San Francisco, and Alaska. You know, America\u2019s three biggest hotspots! The aliens seem to be called Arcanes, and have various mutated forms, with some that explode and some that shoot spikes, to name a few. Now we\u2019re gonna take a look at gameplay for the first time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xDzLRXO8rb0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Well shit, it\u2019s dark and terrifying! Gameplay looks like <em>Siege <\/em>on an <em>Overwatch <\/em>map. Operators work together, using their unique skills to survey the landscape and plan their attacks carefully. Aliens are actually called Arch\u00e6an, and they look just as scary as the trailer made them out to be. In this gameplay, we\u2019re meeting grunts, who are basic alien beings, and the Sprawl, which covers the ground, spreading like thick black mud. Sprawl must be shot or else it can alert other arch\u00e6an, as well as slow down your movement. I love this mechanic already.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your squad\u2019s React Light can detect bio-organic matter, allowing you to see enemies in the dark and even through surfaces (which can be destroyed)! What I\u2019m getting from this gameplay is that <em>Extraction<\/em> is set up much like <em>Left 4 Dead<\/em>. Saferoom areas allow for restocking before moving on to more difficult areas. Alien types get stronger and more terrifying, and the addition of <em>Siege\u2019s <\/em>gameplay mechanics and operator skills supplies the game with a fresh take on the cooperative horde shooter genre. This feels like a mod for <em>Siege <\/em>in the best way. Couple this all with the gorgeous visuals of the environment &#8211; from lighting and shadow effects to the creepy glow of the Sprawl &#8211; and I am all in for this game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My only concern is if the aliens can break through the- oh my god, they can break through the walls. Welp&#8230; fuck. Luckily, once the team beats the level\u2019s mini boss, you can choose to exfil and bring all your stuff home. <em>Or <\/em>you can push on to the hardest section and try for better loot. Feels like that horde mode <em>The Division 2<\/em> got that I\u2019ve yet to try. I like this style of play. Now there\u2019s an enemy type that looks like the Demogorgon, and he can make aliens invisible&#8230; in the dark. God help us. This tier 4 arch\u00e6an is the big boss, and he quickly takes down an operator. They are subsequently covered in stasis foam and reported MIA. Sadly, that\u2019s where the demo ends. You know, suspense or whatever. But one thing\u2019s for sure, I am <em>sold <\/em>on <em>Rainbow Six Extraction<\/em>, and I\u2019m eagerly awaiting September 16 now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3DngQ2d4QNs?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Holy. Holy shit. No. They are not bringing back <em>Rocksmith<\/em>. Guys I was <em>just <\/em>thinking about <em>Rocksmith <\/em>yesterday!! What the fuckkkk it\u2019s been seven years!!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rocksmith+<\/em> is taking learning guitar to the next level. Think of it as a social media platform for guitar players, with community forums and videos, <em>on top of<\/em> a whole game to teach you how to play guitar. It looks badass, and I am genuinely gonna play it. I <em>will <\/em>finally learn guitar with this. The cord never worked for me in 2014, but this time? Let\u2019s do it. You can sign up for the PC beta right now, as well. I am psyched!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some updates: <em>Rocksmith+<\/em> is a subscription service. Small price to pay for what looks to be a pretty extensive service! Your phone can be a microphone, meaning you don\u2019t necessarily need a cord to play. You can learn bass or guitar &#8211; electric or acoustic &#8211; with no dongles required. At launch, there will be a <em>huge <\/em>library of songs, complete with chord charts and note arrangements, with more songs coming weekly. The <em>Rocksmith <\/em>Workshop lets you experiment with your own improvisation with licensed tracks. <em>Rocksmith+<\/em> will include new ways to track your progress, and new modes to hone your skills. There will even be a tablature view, so advanced players can enjoy tabs of songs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is so meaty and so helpful. The songs are across all genres, popularities, and regions across the globe. I even saw Assassin\u2019s Creed music go by! What?? Rocksmith+, as I mentioned, has closed beta signup available <em>right now<\/em>, and you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ubisoft.com\/en-us\/game\/rocksmith\/plus\/beta\">go here to do so<\/a>. Still no price details, but I\u2019m sure it will be worth it. Fingers crossed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZPG1UIJjcks?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Yassss <em>Riders Republic<\/em>! This game had a release date before we even saw gameplay, and then it was sadly delayed. But now I\u2019m ready to see it in action! If you don\u2019t know, it\u2019s basically Steep but on mountain roads with dirt bikes and wingsuits and crazy dangerous stunts. Damn, seeing this new trailer, they\u2019ve got BMX bikes, planes, snowmobiles, jet packs?! <em>Insanity<\/em>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh shit, we\u2019ve got gameplay! There\u2019s a community track editor and even a 6v6 team competitive mode. Tricks Battle works just like <em>Splatoon<\/em>, but with tricks like grinding and backflips instead of&#8230; paint. You can even snowboard in <em>Riders Republic<\/em>, apparently. There is something for everyone here! And it looks beautiful!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Truly this game looks fantastic. The whole career mode is based on gaining stars, which can be done by entering events, doing tricks, and finding landmarks. Not sure if there will be little story side quests like <em>Steep <\/em>had, but here\u2019s hoping! It looks like you could never get tired of this game, and hopefully, it finds a good multiplayer scene to keep it going for some time. There are at least 64 people allowed in one event, which makes for the race of a lifetime. Mix that craziness with some fine-tuned gameplay systems that make pulling tricks feel extra tight, and <em>Riders Republic<\/em> looks like a total win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank God, it comes out September 2! September cannot come fast enough! And you can <a href=\"https:\/\/register.ubisoft.com\/riders-republic-register\/en-US\">sign up for beta testing<\/a> now! See you out there, riders!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U4S5iI6dgAU?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I can\u2019t believe it\u2019s only Year 6 of <em>Rainbow Six Siege<\/em>. Feels like forever ago they promised a 10-year timeline and hey, they\u2019re making the most of it! Now it\u2019s time for some announcements, but frankly, it doesn\u2019t affect me. Haven\u2019t touched Siege in a long time. Cross-play is coming on June 30 for Luna, Stadia, and PC. In 2022, PlayStation players will be able to finally play with Xbox! Finally, Thunderbird is a new operator coming to <em>Siege <\/em>soon, and she got a pretty trailer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, on to live games. I hate the term \u201clive games.\u201d I get it, but&#8230; ew.<br>Anyway, <em>For Honor<\/em> is getting the Mirage DLC, which seems to add&#8230; supernatural samurai? Okay.<br>Trackmania is getting some new map-editor features, including physics changes like bouncing on water and diving. Who knew that was still a game receiving updates?<br>Brawlhalla is getting all four Ninja Turtles added to the roster. I always forget that\u2019s a Ubisoft-published game. Pretty crazy.<br>The Crew 2 is getting some new cars. Someday I will get to that game. I loved the first one.<br>Watch Dogs Legion will soon receive the Bloodline DLC, which not only marks Aiden Pearce&#8217;s return to Watch Dogs but also WRENCH! WHAT!!! Our boys are back!!!!<br>Lastly, <em>Ghost Recon Breakpoint<\/em> continues to pretend it\u2019s a game people play. This year marks the 20th anniversary of <em>Ghost Recon<\/em>, and Ubisoft is promising news but&#8230; they left us hanging. Thanks, guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s <em>Just Dance<\/em> time!!! It\u2019s not an E3 without a new <em>Just Dance<\/em>. Naturally, <em>Just Dance<\/em> 2022 is going to be even bigger, and who better to bring the noise than Todrick Hall, the modern queen of fierce! Todrick\u2019s got an exclusive version of his song \u201cNails, Hair, Hips, Heels\u201d coming to the game. I actually just heard this song on America&#8217;s Got Talent the other day and thought it was by RuPaul. Shows how up-to-date I am on the culture! You can go to <a href=\"http:\/\/justdancegame.com\">justdancegame.com<\/a>&nbsp;if you wanna get in on the new music video for his song, and as for <em>Just Dance 2022<\/em>? Well, it\u2019ll be out on November 4 for every console but the Wii, and it even includes Imagine Dragons this time around. I should probably warn you, though, I do not recommend streaming a rhythm game like this on Stadia. Moving on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NI9dqyTwZYk?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have yet to play <em>Assassins Creed Valhalla<\/em>, which is just disgusting considering I am <em>the <\/em>residential <em>AC <\/em>stan here at VGU. But if you\u2019re hungry for more <em>Valhalla <\/em>content, you\u2019re in luck. Seeing as this was the biggest <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed <\/em>launch to date, Ubisoft has a lot in store for the game. Updates seem to be happening regularly, with new limited-time events, gameplay tweaks, and even one-handed weapons coming shortly. A new expansion just released, Wrath of the Druids, and I\u2019ve heard good things. The Siege of Paris is coming this summer, covering the \u201cmost ambitious Viking raid ever.\u201d Also, a Discovery Tour is finally coming to <em>Valhalla <\/em>which, of course, allows for a leisurely stroll through the world, learning &#8211; not fighting. These are always so cool, and a unique way to learn about each game\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ubisoft says that for the first time, they\u2019re supporting an <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed<\/em> title for a second year, and there\u2019s even more planned for next year. God, I hope Eivor is a good protagonist, or this could suck. The good thing is, we know there are already some teams working on the next title&#8230; somewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh no. Now it\u2019s time for \u201cmovies and tv\u201d content. Gonna take a nap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mythic Quest<\/em> season 2 finale is coming on June 25. Never really cared for that show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now there\u2019s a new clip and trailer for <em>Werewolves Within<\/em>, which actually looks awesome. It\u2019s <em>Knives Out<\/em> with werewolves! What could be bad about that? It comes to theaters June 25 and on demand July 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RkByUqlBvmQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now they\u2019re talking about <em>Far Cry<\/em>\u2019s memorable villains? Why does this sound familiar&#8230;? Oh yeah, because it leaked already!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But first, is this <em>Far Cry 6<\/em> gameplay? Or just a cutscene? Ohhh it\u2019s the introduction of Giancarlo Esposito\u2019s character, Anton Castillo! Not only is this spoiling some fun, but it also honestly looks crummy. The visuals of this game look really muddy and bland. I don\u2019t like the facial animations if I\u2019m honest. Feels like <em>Far Cry<\/em>\u2019s worst work in years, in terms of graphics. But I digress. Esposito is giving another <em>incredible <\/em>performance! He can go from believable British to believable Spanish at the drop of a hat! He\u2019s a tremendous actor and his talents are well-suited for the <em>Far Cry<\/em> universe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, we\u2019re getting a glimpse at the aforementioned leak. Included in the <em>Far Cry 6 <\/em>season pass seems to be three different expansion packs. These explore alternate realities of <em>Far Cry 3-5<\/em>, with players taking control of their respective big baddies: Vaas, Pagan Min, and Joseph Seed. You will relive each game from the other side, and while it\u2019s not the <em>COD<\/em>&#8211;<em>Zombies<\/em>-starring-<em>Far<\/em>&#8211;<em>Cry<\/em>-villains experience I hoped for, it sounds cool as hell. Also in the season pass, <em>Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon<\/em>? Is it a remaster? Who\u2019s to say? <em>Far Cry 6 <\/em>comes out on October 7, and I am so ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BtUq-XSv3w0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong><em>Credit: Ubisoft<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next up, a new game in the <em>Mario+Rabbids<\/em> franchise: <em>Sparks of Hope<\/em>. This Nintendo crossover sequel takes Mario and the Rabbids to space alongside Sparks &#8211; the cross between Rabbids and Lumas &#8211; and friendly faces like Rabbids Rosalina. I know nothing about this franchise except that people thoroughly enjoy it. I love <em>Super Mario Galaxy<\/em>, so I am prepared for anything. I will say, it looks adorable and fun as hell. <em>Sparks of Hope<\/em> is coming in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now it\u2019s over to Yves Guillemot, and I swear, I better not lose this bet completely. Give me something big at the end here. Please!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, this isn\u2019t gonna be <em>Pirates or BG&amp;E<\/em>, so fuck me, I guess. But we love you anyway, Yves! Keep on keeping on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what\u2019s this? Snowdrop engine, jungle setting? Is it going to be that <em>Division 2 <\/em>collab game I\u2019ve read about? He did mention a partnership. Watch it be <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed x Fire Emblem <\/em>or something dreadful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh dear god it\u2019s <em>Avatar <\/em>why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I guess it looks pretty but I\u2019m like already annoyed. Nobody asked for this. This didn\u2019t need to happen. Nobody even wants the sequels anymore! This game will come out before <em>Avatar 2<\/em> does, watch. And is the story just going to be the movie again? Come to think of it, is that all the sequels will be, too? Just rehashing the whole \u201chumans want the life tree\u201d thing? Ugh I hate <em>Avatar<\/em>, what a big old disappointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want another reason to be disgusted with <em>Avatar<\/em>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tL5sX8VmvB8&amp;ab_channel=Sideways\">here\u2019s an excellent video<\/a> on its lackluster music and how it botched an entire made-up history. <em>Avatar <\/em>is just such a groan-inducing IP, I cannot imagine wanting to take on a project like this. 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