New insider information suggests that Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe, the next major installment in Ubisoft’s long-running stealth franchise, could be guided by a notable industry veteran. According to multiple reports circulating online, Benoît Richer who previously served as game director on Batman: Arkham Origins is now reportedly leading development on Hexe. 

Although official details from Ubisoft remain limited, the involvement of a director with experience on one of the most highly regarded action titles in recent memory has sparked fresh optimism among fans. Arkham Origins, while sometimes overshadowed by later entries, is remembered for its strong set-pieces and cinematic presentation traits that could influence how Hexe’s narrative and combat systems are shaped. 
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Richer’s LinkedIn profile has reportedly been updated to list Hexe as a current project under his leadership, following his contributions to other Ubisoft titles including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. This points to his familiarity with the franchise’s evolution and may help bridge classic Assassin’s Creed elements with whatever new direction Ubisoft has in mind for Hexe. 

Assassin’s Creed: Codename Hexe itself is expected to be a departure from the series’ recent RPG-heavy entries, potentially focusing on more traditional stealth action and a darker, thematic setting during witch hunts of the early modern era. While nothing has been confirmed by Ubisoft, having a lead with a strong pedigree in single-player action games has reinforced speculation that Hexe aims to be a standout title in the franchise. 

For now, fans should treat these details as rumors until Ubisoft issues official word, but the prospect of Richer’s involvement adds a compelling angle to what might otherwise be just another chapter in Assassin’s Creed’s long history.