The Next Assassin’s Creed Reveals Itself, Featuring a Heroine in the Midst of the Witch Hunts
A mysterious rumor is swirling through the world of Assassin’s Creed: the upcoming entry, still shrouded in secrecy, might plunge us into the dark era of witch hunts, with a vengeful heroine leading the charge. Chills guaranteed.
While fans are still digesting the latest updates for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, a fresh leak is already sending shockwaves through the community. The next chapter in Ubisoft’s legendary franchise, currently known by its codename Assassin’s Creed Hexe, seems poised to break the mold with a darker tone and a heroine driven by cold fury. Here’s what we know so far.
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A Heroine Haunted by the Past
According to a leak shared by Bunny, a trusted Ubisoft insider known for reliable scoops, the game will follow Elsa, a young woman whose mother was executed for witchcraft. This personal tragedy sets the stage for a tale of revenge, oppression, and dark secrets.
Assassin's Creed Hexe will have a dark, haunting tone. It starts with Elsa seeking revenge for her mother, who was executed as a witch during the witch trials.#AssassinsCreed pic.twitter.com/zqJrNEDSIq
— Ｂｕｎｎｙ 😈 (@BunnyTheVillain) May 30, 2025
The game is said to open during the height of the witch hunts — a historical period marked by fear, intolerance, and arbitrary trials. While the precise setting remains unclear, clues suggest it may draw inspiration from the infamous Salem witch trials or other grim episodes from 17th-century Europe.
A Boldly Different Chapter
Ubisoft had already hinted during the initial announcement that Hexe would be “a very different experience” from previous entries. This eerie, ominous tone — now reinforced by the leak — lends credibility to that claim. Expect a heavy atmosphere, grim visuals, and more introspective gameplay, far removed from the open battlefields of Odyssey or Origins.
If confirmed, this leak could mark a symbolic milestone: it would be the first mainline Assassin’s Creed title to feature a fully female lead character. Until now, even when a female assassin was playable — as in Assassin’s Creed Syndicate or Shadows — she always shared the spotlight with a male counterpart.
This narrative choice feels particularly fitting: the themes of witchcraft, exclusion, and vengeance naturally align with a heroine who is isolated, hunted, and determined to rise against an unjust system. It’s a bold direction that could add powerful emotional depth to the Assassin’s Creed universe.
Here’s what we might expect from this unique experience:
- A gothic world where the line between reality and superstition blurs
- Enhanced stealth and survival mechanics, according to early speculation
- A fully female lead character: a first in the saga’s recent history
Caution and Patience
It’s important to note that Ubisoft has not officially confirmed any of this. These details remain unverified rumors, and even if accurate, things could still change before the game’s release.
True to form, Ubisoft has remained silent on the matter, offering no comments on the leak or the speculation it sparked. We’ll likely have to wait several more months — perhaps until an official reveal at a major event — to learn more. Until then, fans can already begin dreaming (or dreading) the idea of an Assassin’s Creed that plays like a supernatural thriller.
