Ubisoft in Hot Water Over Saudi DLC for Assassin's Creed

Ubisoft is facing backlash from employees over its partnership with Saudi Arabia to create DLC for Assassin's Creed Mirage. The new content, featuring a storyline set in AlUla, raises ethical concerns, especially given the Saudi government's controversial history. Staff are questioning the implications of working with a regime linked to figures like Jamal Khashoggi, despite Ubisoft's claims of maintaining creative control. This situation underscores the tricky balance between creativity and the moral dilemmas tied to funding in gaming.

Published on: 9/11/2025

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