Skull and Bones: Release Date Announced After Six Delays
Ubisoft has officially announced that the long-awaited pirate multiplayer game, Skull and Bones, will be released on February 16, 2024. This comes after six delays and an initial planned release in 2018.
Official Announcement Confirms Q4 FY23-24 Release
Ubisoft made the announcement in October that Skull and Bones would be released within the last quarter of FY23-24. Last week, Darryl Long, who is set to become Managing Director in Toronto, confirmed that the game will indeed ship during this period.
New Premium Edition with Early Access
Pre-orders for the standard edition of Skull and Bones are currently live on Ubisoft’s store, priced at £49.99. Insider Gaming has learned that Ubisoft also plans to release a Premium version of the game, which will grant players early access starting on February 13, 2024. Although the specific contents of this premium edition have not been revealed yet apart from cosmetics, it’s rumored to cost an additional £15-£20 / $15-$20.
Release Date Announcement Expected Soon
Sources suggest that the official announcement of Skull and Bones’ new release date could be made in the next couple of weeks, possibly at The Game Awards.
Extensive Playtesting and Delayed Release
Project XA, currently under development at Ubisoft Singapore, has been undergoing extensive playtests as of late. The game, which was originally planned for a 2018 release and experienced several delays, is now set to launch on February 16, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
A Brief History of Skull and Bones
Originally slated for a 2018 release, Skull and Bones underwent several delays over the years. At one point, Ubisoft Singapore revamped the game with a new vision in mind. After numerous playtests and development updates, Skull and Bones is now scheduled for release on February 16, 2024.
Delayed Release Date
Following six delays, Insider Gaming has learned that Skull and Bones will finally be released on February 16, 2024.
Official Announcement and Pre-Orders
Ubisoft confirmed that the game has a firm release window of Q4 FY23-24. Pre-orders for the standard edition are currently available on the Ubisoft Store at £49.99. Insider Gaming has also learned that a Premium version of the game is in the works.
Premium Edition and Early Access
Although details on the contents of the Premium Edition are scarce, it’s rumored that players will receive early access to the game on February 13, 2024. The new edition is expected to cost an additional £15-£20 / $15-$20.
Release Date Announcement and Playtests
The exact date for the official release announcement is unclear, but sources suggest it could be revealed in the next few weeks during The Game Awards. The game, codenamed ‘Project XA’, has been undergoing extensive playtests as of late with the developers recently concluding its latest test.
Delayed Release and New Vision
Originally planned for a 2018 release, Skull and Bones was delayed multiple times. At one point, the game underwent a “new vision” development phase at Ubisoft Singapore.
Update:
Skull and Bones will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 16, 2024.
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**New Premium Edition for Skull and Bones: Release Date and Price Revealed**
After six delays, Insider Gaming has exclusively learned that the pirate adventure game, Skull and Bones, will finally be released on February 16, 2024. Darryl Long, Ubisoft’s incoming Managing Director, recently confirmed the news in an interview last week.
**Pre-Orders and New Premium Edition**
Currently available for pre-order on Ubisoft’s official store at £49.99, Skull and Bones will also offer a Premium version. Though the exact contents of this edition have yet to be revealed apart from cosmetics, players will gain early access on February 13, 2024. The Premium Edition is expected to cost an additional £15-£20 / $15-$20.
**Official Release Announcement and Early Access**
Ubisoft officially announced the Q4 FY23-24 release window for Skull and Bones in October. However, the exact release date was unveiled last week by Long during an interview, confirming that players will be able to set sail with early access on February 13.
**Playtests and Development History**
The game, previously codenamed ‘Project XA’, has undergone extensive playtests in recent weeks, with the latest test held last week. Skull and Bones was initially planned for a 2018 release but has since experienced numerous delays and changes in vision, with Ubisoft Singapore leading development.
Skull and Bones: Release Date Confirmed for February 16, 2024
After six delays, Insider Gaming has learned that the pirate-themed game Skull and Bones finally has a confirmed release date of February 16, 2024.
Premium Edition Announced with Early Access
Ubisoft has revealed a Premium Edition of the game, granting players early access on February 13, 2024. The exact contents of this edition are yet to be disclosed, but it’s rumored to cost an additional £15-£20 / $15-$20.
Delayed Release and Pre-Orders
The game, previously expected in Q4 FY23-24, was confirmed last week by Ubisoft’s future Managing Director Darryl Long to release on February 16, 2024. Pre-orders are currently available for £49.99 on the Ubisoft Store.
Exclusive Insight into Skull and Bones’ Development
The game, codenamed ‘Project XA’, has been subjected to extensive playtesting lately. Skull and Bones was initially planned for a 2018 release but underwent several delays and even a “new vision” from Ubisoft Singapore.
February 2024 Release Confirmed
Following six delays, Insider Gaming has exclusively learned that Skull and Bones will finally be released on February 16, 2024.
Ubisoft Announces Premium Edition
Players will have the opportunity to purchase a Premium Edition of the game, which is expected to include additional content and early access starting from February 13, 2024.
Pre-Orders and Pricing
Currently priced at £49.99 on the Ubisoft Store, Insider Gaming has also learned that the Premium Edition will cost an additional £15-£20 / $15-$20.
Release Date Announcement Expected Soon
Although the exact date for announcing the new release date is uncertain, sources suggest it will be in the upcoming weeks, potentially during The Game Awards.
Playtests and Development History
As of late, Skull and Bones (codenamed ‘Project XA’) has been undergoing extensive playtests, with the latest test taking place last week. Originally slated for a 20
