Ubisoft Appoints Eric Baptizat as New Assassin’s Creed Game Director

Ubisoft has reshuffled the leadership of its Assassin's Creed franchise, a move that directly impacts the development timeline for the next major entry in the series. The studio appointed Eric Baptizat as the new Game Director, bringing back a veteran developer who helped shape the franchise's most popular titles. This personnel change signals that the studio is actively restructuring its creative team to move forward with the upcoming project.

Veteran developer returns to lead Hexe project after leaving for EA

Baptizat returns to Ubisoft after leaving the company in 2021 to lead the Dead Space remake at EA's Motive studio. His previous work includes key contributions to Assassin's Creed Black Flag, Unity, Origins, and Valhalla as a Game Director. Jean Guesdon, the head of content for Assassin's Creed, announced the appointment via a LinkedIn post, highlighting Baptizat's 16-year history with the brand.

The new director is stepping in to lead the development of the next Assassin's Creed game, which is currently codenamed Hexe. This project is set during the witch trials, a historical period that offers a distinct backdrop for the series' signature stealth and action gameplay. Baptizat's return provides continuity for the franchise, as he was instrumental in defining the open-world design of recent entries.

Despite the high-profile appointment, the release date for Hexe remains unclear because the previous director left the project a few months ago. The studio has not provided a new timeline for when the game will launch, leaving fans waiting for concrete details. This gap in scheduling creates uncertainty for players who have been following the franchise's development cycle.

We touched on Ubisoft Ditches Assassin’s Creed Black Flag in our earlier Ubisoft coverage, noting the studio's shifting priorities. The appointment of Baptizat suggests a renewed focus on core franchise development after recent roadmap changes. Players should expect more updates as the studio stabilizes its leadership for the next major release.