Beyond Good & Evil 2 Still Alive After 19 Years
Ubisoft's beleaguered game project shows signs of life despite nearly two decades in development hell and a €1.3 billion operating loss
After nearly 19 years in development, Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 2 is still showing signs of life. Lead writer Rik Godwin has confirmed he has been working on the game in a support/consultant role for months, sparking renewed interest in the long-awaited title.
The game was originally announced in 2008, and since then, it has been marked by sporadic updates and reassurances from Ubisoft. Despite the company's financial woes, including a €1.3 billion operating loss for its fiscal year ending in March 2026, and the cutting of 1,200 jobs during its previous fiscal year, Beyond Good & Evil 2 remains in active development.
Ubisoft has been making oblique references to the game for years, with the company recently confirming its continued development. In 2017, the company showcased a major new trailer for the game at E3, and in 2022, it broke Duke Nukem Forever's record for being the longest in-development AAA game ever.
The game's development has been tumultuous, with director Michel Ancel leaving the studio in 2020. However, with Godwin's confirmation, it seems that Ubisoft is still committed to bringing the game to life.
## What's at stake The continued development of Beyond Good & Evil 2 is a significant undertaking for Ubisoft, especially given the company's current financial situation. The game's success or failure could have a major impact on the company's future, and fans of the series are eagerly awaiting any news about the game's release.
## Background Beyond Good & Evil 2 was originally unveiled in 2008, and since then, it has been stuck in development hell. Despite the lack of updates, the game has maintained a loyal fan base, and its continued development is a testament to Ubisoft's commitment to the project. With Godwin's confirmation, it seems that the game is still on track, albeit with a lengthy development cycle.
The game's development has been marked by controversy, including a briefly controversial partnership with Joseph Gordon Levitt's Hit Record, which allowed artists to submit works for use in the game. However, despite the setbacks, Ubisoft remains committed to bringing the game to life.
