After Ubisoft Repeatedly Teased It, The Division 3 Might Be In Trouble

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Massive Entertainment officially announced The Division 3 in 2023, but hasn’t shared many details since. Recently, the game’s Executive Producer, Julian Gerighty, hinted that it will be a very large and ambitious project, potentially as influential as the original The Division was when it came out in 2016.

Recent changes at Ubisoft, including the departure of a key developer from the The Division series and the cancellation of several games, have raised questions about the future of The Division 3. It’s worth reviewing what’s currently known about the game, how it fits into Ubisoft’s overall plans, and whether fans have reason to be worried about its development.

A Lead On The Division Franchise Has Left Ubisoft

For some time, Ubisoft has hinted at what’s next for the Division series, with early talk even surfacing about The Division 3 last year. However, recent changes within Ubisoft suggest the future of the Tom Clancy franchise may be uncertain. Although Julian Gerighty, a Senior Producer on The Division, recently showcased the scale of the upcoming sequel, it’s now been confirmed he’s leaving Ubisoft. Both Ubisoft and Gerighty have announced that he has officially joined Battlefield Studios, moving from EA’s competitor to work directly on the Battlefield series.

Although Julien Gerighty’s public statement and Massive Entertainment’s official announcement were positive about his departure and hinted that The Division 3 is still being worked on, it follows a period of difficulty for Ubisoft. The company recently announced a significant restructuring and cancelled several projects, which adds context to Gerighty leaving his role. As Executive Producer for The Division series, his departure will require the development team to adjust and adapt moving forward.

What Does This Mean For The Division 3?

Julian Gerighty leaving Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft is a significant setback for the upcoming game, which isn’t expected to be released until 2028, if not later. The game is still very early in development, and even the platforms it will be on haven’t been decided yet. The unexpectedness of Gerighty’s departure is the most surprising part of this whole process. The game, The Division 3, was announced in 2023, several years after the original The Division came out in 2019.

Last year, there were rumors that Julian Gerighty was leaving the company, but Ubisoft stated he was continuing his work, a claim supported by his appearances in promotional material for their new game. This follows a significant restructuring at Ubisoft, including layoffs of 55 employees at Massive Entertainment. Adding to concerns, the development of ‘The Division Heartland’ was cancelled after years of work, which has worried fans hoping for ‘The Division 3’.

The gaming industry is currently seeing a lot of new, high-quality games and independent projects gaining popularity, but major, established franchises aren’t resonating with players as much. Ubisoft recently cancelled several games, including the popular Prince of Persia. While The Division 3 hasn’t been cancelled, its development status is uncertain, and it’s unclear if there are solid plans to actually release it. Currently, Ubisoft hasn’t announced any release timeframe, which is leaving fans concerned about the game’s future.

Even though it takes a long time to make big-budget games, this news doesn’t necessarily mean The Division 3 is canceled. Ubisoft is still supporting The Division 2, which launched in 2019, though updates are becoming less frequent. These recent announcements are disappointing for fans hoping for news about The Division 3, especially considering the positive outlook the developers shared late last year. Ubisoft has indicated they’re still planning future installments in the series, and The Division 3 may get more details soon, as it’s a focus for one of their development teams. However, with limited information and some staff changes within the development team, fans should stay tuned for further updates.

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2026-01-24 03:11