Overview of the Upcoming Crossover
- In 2025, the mobile game Reverse: 1999 will introduce elements from two major titles: Assassin’s Creed 2 and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey.
- Details regarding whether this crossover will occur as a single event or multiple events remain unspecified.
- This marks Reverse: 1999’s notable initial collaboration with a major AAA game franchise.
In a unique fusion of timelines, the mobile tactical RPG Reverse: 1999 is set to merge narratives from the legendary Assassin’s Creed series in 2025. This exciting crossover will feature storylines from both Assassin’s Creed 2 and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, promising fans of Ubisoft’s esteemed franchise a fresh lens into pivotal historical events.
For those who are new to it, Reverse: 1999 is a free-to-play turn-based tactical RPG designed for mobile platforms. Set in a fantastical setting during the year 1999, the storyline revolves around a calamitous incident that disrupts time, leading to the mysterious vanishing of individuals and items. While the game primarily follows an original narrative through sequential chapters, it also hosts special events, with 2025 expected to showcase at least one involving the gameplay journey of the character Vertin the Timekeeper in the Assassin’s Creed universe.
Recent announcements on the official Twitter pages for both Assassin’s Creed and Reverse: 1999 confirmed the inclusion of content from Assassin’s Creed 2 and Odyssey, slated for release in 2025. As the news was shared shortly into the new year, the timeline for this content roll-out is still quite broad. It remains uncertain if the collaboration will be rolled out as a single event or two distinct ones, as the game’s social media communications have listed these collaborations separately. The time-bending narrative of Reverse: 1999 raises intriguing possibilities for a storyline that interweaves elements from Greece in the fifth century B.C. with Italy in the 15th century A.D.
Reverse: 1999 Announces Crossover with Assassin’s Creed
Reverse: 1999 x Assassin’s Creed Collaboration Teaser Assassin’s Creed II x Reverse: 1999 x Assassin’s Creed Odyssey Coming 2025 We work in the dark to serve the light. HD: https://t.co/8RA755SNcZ #Reverse1999 #AssassinsCreed #Reverse1999AssassinsCreedCollab pic.twitter.com/eELNAfqSl5 — Reverse: 1999 | Ver 2.2 Available on Jan. 9th (@Reverse1999_GL) January 3, 2025
As for the specifics of how Assassin’s Creed elements will feature within the game, much remains speculative. The associated trailer showcases notable imagery linked to Assassin’s Creed, such as the Assassin’s symbol and an eagle feather, yet it leaves numerous aspects open to interpretation. Given that Reverse: 1999 incorporates gacha mechanics for acquiring heroes, it is plausible that beloved protagonists Kassandra and Ezio Auditore da Firenze might be added to the game’s character roster.
This upcoming crossover with the Assassin’s Creed franchise represents the first significant collaboration between Reverse: 1999 and a AAA game series. Although previous events in the game included partnerships with other brands, such as the Discovery Channel and Pizza Hut, the impact of collaborating with such a renowned gaming franchise could signify an optimistic future for Reverse: 1999. Initially launched in China in May 2023, the game made its global debut five months later, already achieving over $50 million in revenue within its first three months, suggesting that the collaboration could amplify its success even further.