Key Points:
- The team behind Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown has reportedly been disbanded by Ubisoft.
- This decision comes after the game failed to meet internal sales expectations.
- The news was reported by French journalist Gautoz on the Origami YouTube channel.
Timeline of Events:
- A few weeks after the game's release, Ubisoft decided on its future.
- The company planned to release some DLC and cosmetics before ending support.
- Core dev team members pitched a sequel and additional expansions, which were rejected.
Reasons for Disbandment:
- Poor sales performance
- Ubisoft's need to allocate resources to projects with better sales potential
- Concern that a sequel might "cannibalize" long-term sales of the first game
Developer Reactions:
- Multiple developers described the project as "the best game production in my entire life"
- The team was seen as a "beacon of hope" and a "safe space" for developers burnt out from other projects
Game Performance:
- As of January 30, 2024, the game had approximately 300,000 players
- Estimated revenue was around $15 million
Industry Impact:
- This decision adds to Ubisoft's recent troubles, including:
- Delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows to 2025
- Underperformance of Star Wars Outlaws
- Employee strikes in French and Milan offices over return-to-office policies
What's Next:
- No sequel planned for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Team members likely to be reassigned to other Ubisoft projects
Note: This information is based on reports and has not been officially confirmed by Ubisoft. The situation may evolve as more details become available.
Ubisoft Disbands Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Team After Poor Sales, Claims Report
Sequel apparently also refused
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