Beyond Good & Evil 2 Director Affirms Commitment Amid Ubisoft Reorganization
Ubisoft’s ongoing restructuring has elicited a firm response from Fawzi Mesmar, the creative director of the long-awaited game, Beyond Good & Evil 2. The company recently announced significant changes, including studio closures and the potential loss of over 200 jobs at its Paris headquarters. Despite this turmoil, Mesmar reassured fans that the development of Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains unaffected.
Ubisoft’s Restructuring Impact
The changes at Ubisoft have prompted the cancellation and delay of several projects. This decision has deeply saddened Mesmar, who expressed his concern for affected colleagues within the company. He took to LinkedIn to communicate the status of Beyond Good & Evil 2, emphasizing that the project is continuing as planned.
Commitment to Beyond Good & Evil 2
- Fawzi Mesmar confirmed that Beyond Good & Evil 2 is “unaffected” by the company’s recent changes.
- Ubisoft aims to split its divisions into five “Creative Houses,” aligning-related franchises for better focus.
- Beyond Good & Evil 2 is categorized under Creative House 4, which features narrative-driven and fantasy titles.
“Thank you for everyone who has reached out to me over the past few days regarding recent news at Ubisoft,” Mesmar stated. His dedication to the project and the team is clear as he expressed a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional gaming experience.
A Long Development Journey
The development of Beyond Good & Evil 2 began in 2007, with initial work led by series creator Michel Ancel. Over the years, the project faced multiple delays and challenges, particularly after Ancel’s departure from Ubisoft and the unfortunate passing of creative lead Emil Morel. Despite these setbacks, recent years have seen renewed momentum with fresh talent and direction.
Hope for the Future
While the game’s release date remains uncertain, Mesmar’s leadership aims to steer the project towards completion. The team has introduced intriguing character cameos in the Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition, reigniting interest in the sequel.
Ubisoft’s future direction remains to be seen, but Mesmar’s commitment promises that fans will eventually see Beyond Good & Evil 2 come to fruition. The enthusiasm for this long-awaited sequel continues to grow, despite the challenges facing the gaming industry.
