Ubisoft’s Game‑Release Shake‑Ups: Two Big Delays, One Big Surprise
Gamer alert: Ubisoft’s lineup took a nosedive this year with two of its flagship releases running behind schedule. Riders Republic slipped from the original Sept 2 launch to Oct 28, 2021, while the star‑studded Rainbow Six Extraction pulled the bigger yank, moving from Sept 16 all the way out to Jan 2022.
Why the Two Games Got the Same Day of Bad News
On that same day, Ubisoft sent out a double‑header of apologies. The studios explaining they needed more time to polish every pixel and mechanic.
- Rainbow Six Extraction: “We are embracing the opportunity to take additional time to bring this vision to life in the way it deserves in January 2022. We are confident this will ensure Rainbow Six Extraction is the immersive, cooperative, and thrilling experience we set out to create, and the one you aspire to play.”
- Riders Republic: “To ensure we can deliver the best game for all players, we’ve made the tough decision to delay our release date from Sept 2 to Oct 28. This will give us more time to fine‑tune the experience and give you another chance to jump in before launch and provide feedback.”
Bottom line: Ubisoft’s creators want you to taste the full experience—better ramp, slicker controls, sharper graphics—so they’re playing the “Patience is Victory” card.
What’s “Rainbow Six Extraction” Gonna Be?
Imagine a drift‑y, first‑person shooter’s twist: Earth’s defenders against a horde of globbing extraterrestrials. Operators from the classic Rainbow Six Siege reborn, clutching new weapons and moves, all with a mission—won’t let them get nabbed by alien brain‑waves, or you’ll have to ‘free their minds’ in special missions.
How the “Extraction” Pipeline Looks
- Classic Rainbow Six Ops meet Outer Space vibes.
- Co‑op gameplay makes you feel like a squad of commando astronauts.
- Unique “free‑me‑out” challenges to rescue snoozed operators.
Ride the Storm with “Riders Republic”
Riders Republic takes the concept of competitive sport to the extreme—skiing, biking, snowboarding, and wingsuiting, all in one massive online arena. Picture this: you’re on a mountain that feels like a racetrack, a cycle that feels like a free‑fall, and a snowboard that feels like a racetrack—all at once.
There’s still a lot we don’t know about the track mechanics—a beta is looming, so stay tuned for a clearer rundown of the racing chaos. And more important: Ubisoft wants your feedback.
Heard the Rumor? The Next Tom Clancy Game
Another exclamation point on the board: Ubisoft will drop a brand new Tom Clancy title tomorrow. Rumor has it a massive free‑to‑play, multiplayer crossover—think Agent “P” meets all the other agents in a battle for virtual supremacy.
Closing Thoughts
Yes, the enthusiasm sees a schedule slip, but the promise is pure: better quality, deeper gameplay, and a grander vision. Until the release day arrives, stay strapped, get your controller ready, and keep the hype alive. Ubisoft’s promise is their commitment to deliver. And after all, who wants a pressurized, under‑finished launch?