Time to Abster-GO!

With the recent release of the swashbuckling Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, there is one question on everyone's mind: where will Ubisoft's flagship franchise go now? While we still don't have a clear idea of where (or when) the Templars will strike next, a recent Reddit AMA with the series' lead writer Darby McDevitt has revealed a bounty of information on the future of the long-running series.

One thing's for sure, the next assassin probably won't be battling Abstergo with an iPad and an Internet connection. McDevitt cites the difficulty of developing a modern iteration of Assassin's Creed as the main reason for this. "There are just too many mechanics we would have to develop to make it believable: vehicles, plausible modern cities, a huge array of ranged weapons, etc," he said. However, he urges fans to consider Watch Dogs as a viable alternative. "While not in the Assassin's Creed universe, I think that Watch Dogs will scratch the itch for a modern day Assassin's Creed," he continued. "Just wait!"

It also seems that Assassin's Creed III's solemn protagonist Connor won't be making a return to the franchise. McDevitt notes that we're "not very" likely to see a new game starring the erstwhile hero, also confirming the he won't be receiving the short film treatment that Ezio saw in Assassin's Creed Embers.

Were you looking forward to battling Abstergo in a bustling modern metropolis? Does Connor's departure from the series leave a bad taste in your mouth? Liberate your opinions in the comments section below.

[source reddit.com]