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Described by its creator as an action-adventure built on a sports game philosophy, Assassinâ??s Creed is Ubisoftâ??s ambitious next-gen big hope. Michael French talks design, technology â?? and bridging a gap between the two â?? with the creative minds behind the game, creative director Patrice Desilets and producer Jade Raymondâ?¦

Aiming to be the biggest and best in-house team in the world â?? and doing so by banking big on next-gen multiplatform development â?? Ubisoft Montrealâ??s plan of attack is one to take note of, says Michael Frenchâ?¦