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Ubisoft Confirms Assassin's Creed Hexe Update Coming in 2027
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Our take
The confirmation of a 2027 update provides a concrete timeline for a project that has been in development since 2022, helping to manage fan expectations after a period of silence. The inclusion of cryptic codes suggests Ubisoft is engaging the community in a puzzle-solving manner, which may build anticipation for the 2027 reveal. This approach contrasts with the immediate gameplay reveals seen in other franchise updates, such as the New Game+ mode for Valhalla.
Background
Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe was first announced in 2022 and is set during the 17th-century reign of the Holy Roman Empire, where witch hunts play a significant role. Ubisoft has described the project as a darker, narrative-driven departure from the franchise's usual adventures. Earlier this year, the game experienced staffing changes, with the game director and creative director leaving the project, and a leaker suggested a popular character might return.
The October 29, 2026 update was part of Ubisoft's broader Fall 2026 Assassin's Creed franchise report. This report also covered updates for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, which is receiving a New Game Plus mode on November 5, and Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, which recently added New Game+ and Nightmare Difficulty. Ubisoft also confirmed that no other remakes are currently in active development, though the door remains open for future projects.
The timeline
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Ubisoft released Fall 2026 franchise update
Ubisoft reportedly published a blog post outlining the future of the Assassin's Creed franchise, including updates on current games and upcoming projects like Codename Hexe and Invictis.[2]
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Hexe next major update confirmed for 2027
Jean Guesdon reportedly confirmed that the next major update for Codename Hexe is planned for 2027, acknowledging the long wait for fans.[3]
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Cryptic codes shared in Hexe section
The official update reportedly included a string of cryptic characters following the Hexe entry, which Ubisoft did not explain, leaving fans to attempt decoding the message.[4]
Our read of the evidence
Partly documented. The claim that Ubisoft confirmed a 2027 update for Assassin's Creed Hexe rests on three outlet reports from October 29, 2026 — gameinformer.com, comicbook.com, and me.ign.com — none of which cite a primary source such as an official Ubisoft statement or press release. All three reports appeared on the same day and describe the same announcement without independent verification from the publisher directly. No primary source confirmation is documented in the evidence, and the pending item listed is unrelated to Hexe.
Our rating counts evidence, not opinions about anyone: events confirmed by a primary source (the person's own post, their official site, a court or government record) weigh most, then how many independent outlets report the story.
What happens next
November 5, 2026: Assassin's Creed Valhalla receives a New Game Plus update.
Frequently asked
When is the next Assassin's Creed Hexe update?
The next major update for Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe is planned for 2027. Ubisoft confirmed this in its Fall 2026 franchise update.
Did Ubisoft release new gameplay for Hexe?
No, Ubisoft did not share new gameplay or a release date in the October 29, 2026 update. The company only confirmed steady progress and shared cryptic codes.
What is the setting of Assassin's Creed Hexe?
The game is set during the 17th-century reign of the Holy Roman Empire. Witch hunts are expected to play a significant role in the narrative.
Are there any other Assassin's Creed remakes in development?
No, Ubisoft stated that no other Assassin's Creed remakes are actively in development. The teams are focused on new titles with new settings and stories.
What is the cryptic code in the Hexe update?
Ubisoft included the string "ZKLWAVN MBEXNK ULYCNJ... LWY01... I#########F // QNTMAKHX TWTEMZL. YSIZKQ AADSWX NFAAMPHP.//" in the blog post. The meaning of the code has not been explained by the publisher.
More related drama (4)
Sources (4)
- insider-gaming.com, Ubisoft Gives Update On Assassin's Creed Hexe, Oct 29, 2026.
- gameinformer.com, Assassin’s Creed Franchise Update Reveals Codename Hexe News Coming Next Year, New Game Plus for Valhalla, And Confirms No New Remakes, Oct 29, 2026.
- comicbook.com, Assassin's Creed Hexe Gets Long-Awaited Development Update From Ubisoft, Oct 29, 2026.
- me.ign.com, Assassin's Creed Hexe Update and Clue for Middle East Fans, Oct 29, 2026.
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GenZHype. “Ubisoft Confirms Assassin's Creed Hexe Update Coming in 2027.”
GenZHype, 29 October 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/ubisoft-confirms-assassin-s-creed-hexe-update-coming-in-2027/.