Ubisoft has confirmed that Beyond Good & Evil 2 is still in active development, ending speculation about its cancellation. This status update matters to long-time fans who have waited nearly two decades for a sequel to the 2003 classic. The confirmation comes from Ubisoft Bordeaux's Deputy Narrative Director, Rik Godwin, who spoke about the project's continued existence. Players can now expect the studio to keep working on the title rather than shelving it indefinitely.
Ubisoft confirms the long-delayed sequel remains active after 18 years
The game was originally announced 18 years ago, making its current development status a significant milestone in gaming history. Ubisoft has maintained that the project remains a priority despite the long passage of time. The studio has not provided a new release window or a concrete launch date for the title. The prolonged development period highlights the challenges involved in creating a contemporary open-world action-adventure title.
Insider reports suggest that the project may undergo significant changes before release. Leaker Nash Weedle claimed the game underwent a serious internal overhaul that could result in an official name change. Ubisoft has not confirmed these rumors or any potential rebranding efforts. The studio has not disclosed specific technical details about the game engine or hardware targets.
There are also unconfirmed reports regarding platform availability for the title. An insider suggested the game might release on the Nintendo Switch 2 due to engine flexibility. Ubisoft has not verified this claim or confirmed any specific console targets. Without confirmed platform details, the availability of the game remains unclear to consumers.
Source: IXBT
