Back in 2017, the fans heard for the very first time that Assassin’s Creed Anime is in development. But further, no one heard anything about it. However, now this topic started to rise once again with the new deal of Netflix and Ubisoft. The streaming giant already showed its interest in anime series by producing several original shows. So, will the fans really see the anime series of this popular video game? Here are all the latest details.
Assassin’s Creed is an open-world action-adventure video game franchise. Ubisoft developed and published this series. The very first video game of this franchise made its debut in 2007. It met with a critical reclaim. As a result, the studio has released several video games. The most recent one was Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. It also received a great response from the gamers as well as the critics.
Netflix’s New Deal With Ubisoft!
Last year in October, Netflix has made a new deal with Ubisoft. It seems like the fans will soon see the Assassin’s Creed Universe on the streaming giant. According to this new deal, Netflix will have the right to make TV series, anime, and live-action films based on this video game franchise. Ever since the launch of this franchise, they had sold more than 155 million copies of these video games. Therefore now the fans are very excited after this new deal to see the proper story of their favorite fictional universe. Peter Friedlander, Vice President, Original Series, Netflix also released a statement about this deal. He said, “We’re excited to partner with Ubisoft and bring to life the rich, multilayered storytelling that Assassin’s Creed is beloved for.”
Will There Be Assassin’s Creed Anime?
In the past few years, Netflix has grown to be one of the largest anime streaming platforms in the world. The fans really like the anime on the platform. Therefore the streaming giant began to produce its original anime series as well. Castlevania is the finest example of it. Since now, Netflix has the right to make shows based on the video game franchise. Therefore, it is likely that the fans will soon see the official announcement of Assassin’s Creed Anime.
Peter Friedlander also stated, “From its breathtaking ancient worlds and huge global demand as one of the best selling video game franchises of all time, we are obliged to carefully crafting epic and exciting entertainment based on this different IP and give a deeper dive for fans and our affiliates around the world to enjoy.”
Live Adaptation Series Is Already In Development!
Yes! You heard it right. Netflix already greenlit the first project based on this video franchise. And it is an Assassin’s Creed Live-Adaptation TV series. Jason Altman, Head of Ubisoft Film & Television, confirmed this news as well. He said, “For more than ten years, millions of fans around the globe have served shape the Assassin’s Creed brand into an iconic franchise. We’re excited to create an Assassin’s Creed series with Netflix, and we look ahead to growing the next saga in the Assassin’s Creed universe.”