A Blunt Message from an Assassin's Creed Actor: The Game That Never Was
In a recent social media post, Ralph Ineson, the talented actor behind Charles Vane in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, shared his thoughts on the controversial cancellation of a potential Assassin's Creed game set during the American Civil War.
"Once again, f**k off," Ineson exclaimed, expressing his frustration with the reported decision by Ubisoft. But here's where it gets intriguing: the game, according to a report from Game File, was envisioned as a journey through the Reconstruction era, a period of immense historical significance.
The game's concept was bold: players would step into the shoes of a Black protagonist who escaped slavery and built a new life, only to be recruited by the Assassins and return to the South to confront racist groups like the Ku Klux Klan. It's a narrative that could have offered a powerful exploration of a dark chapter in American history.
And this is the part most people miss: it wouldn't have been the first Assassin's Creed game set in North America. Assassin's Creed III, set during the American Revolution, already navigated similar historical waters, albeit with its own controversies, like the post-launch DLC, The Tyranny of King Washington.
Ineson, a veteran actor with an impressive resume, has starred in numerous projects, from The Office and Game of Thrones to Chernobyl and The Green Knight. His versatility extends to video games, with roles in Black Flag, Diablo IV, and Final Fantasy XVI.
While the cancellation of the Civil War-era Assassin's Creed game is a disappointment, there's a silver lining: a remake of Black Flag is reportedly in development, with a release date set for 2026.
So, what do you think? Was the cancellation of this game justified, or did Ubisoft miss an opportunity to tackle a sensitive but important topic? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
