Summary
Skull and Boneswill host a special anniversary event to celebrate its release that begins on February 18 . After years of anticipation, the pirate-themed action-adventure game finally launched in early 2024. Officially announced in 2017, development began in 2013 but was struck by multiple delays along the way. With over a decade of work behind it,Skull and Bonesgenerated considerable hype before its release. However, for many fans, it ultimately fell short of the lofty expectations Ubisoft had set.
Before its launch, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot stoked further anticipation by claiming thatSkull and Boneswould be a Quadruple-A game. However, after release, its graphics and gameplay left many fans scratching their heads at this claim.Skull and Boneswas just one of several recent underwhelming big-budget releases from Ubisoft, alongside titles likeAvatar: Frontiers of PandoraandStar Wars Outlaws. Despite the rough seas, the game wasn’t a total failure, especially for fans of ship simulators, and the upcoming Ubisoft anniversary event suggests the company hasn’t given up on the swashbuckling title just yet.
As announced bySkull and Boneson Twitter, the game will host a special Year 1 anniversary event called The Founding. The event kicks off on February 18, and players can begin by picking up a dedicated contract from Blackwood. Participants can earn a variety of rewards, including silver, cosmetics, weapons, an Illustrious Founding set, and more. Also on offer is a special currency, the Silver Lions, which will be minted exclusively for the celebration.
Skull and Bones Releases The Founding Year 1 Anniversary Event
During the event, players can exchange Sovereigns for Silver Lions or earn them by completing new activities, which can then be used to purchase rewards at the celebration store. Ubisoft also announced that the official Year 1 soundtrack will be released on all major streaming platforms on March 6. The anniversary event comes fresh on the heels of a rumor thatSkull and Boneswill receive Year 2 content.
The possibility of Year 2 updates may surprise many, givenSkull and Bones' lackluster receptionand low player numbers. Since its launch, the game has faced numerous criticisms, including its lack of complexity and content. However, if Ubisoft does support the game for a second year, it would signal that the company isn’t ready to go down with the ship.
For some, the rumor of apotentialAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flagremakecould make Year 2Skull and Bonescontent less appealing. The project was originally conceived as an expansion forBlack Flagbefore evolving into a standalone game, and many fans may prefer to hold out for the remake rather than invest in more content forSkull and Bones. Regardless of what happens, the anniversary event is live and packed with rewards.
