According to recent reports, Ubisoft is developing a new competitive shooter that draws heavy inspiration from Respawn Entertainment's popular Apex Legends. Ubisoft, known for multiplayer titles like Rainbow Six Siege and the discontinued Hyper Scape, appears to be making another push into the battle royale genre.

The gaming industry continues to see innovation within the battle royale space, with established titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty: Warzone dominating the market. However, niche offerings like PUBG and Hunt: Showdown attract dedicated players with their challenging gameplay, while Fall Guys offers a more casual, obstacle-course approach to the genre.

Insider reports suggest Ubisoft's new project, currently known as 'Scout', aims to compete directly with Apex Legends, which recently launched its Season 24 update. According to Insider Gaming, the development team even used Apex Legends assets as placeholders during early production phases, indicating how closely they're modeling certain elements of the game.

Sources indicate that Project Scout has been in active development for approximately two years, though Ubisoft hasn't shared any official gameplay footage or announced target platforms. Interestingly, the game's character roster allegedly includes heroes with abilities strikingly similar to popular Apex Legends characters such as Wraith, Lifeline, and Pathfinder. Ubisoft reportedly sees an opportunity to attract players who may be growing dissatisfied with Apex Legends' current state.

Movement appears to be a central focus of Project Scout's design philosophy. The development team seems particularly inspired by Apex Legends' fluid mobility systems, including Wraith's dimensional rifts and Pathfinder's grappling hook mechanics. If implemented well, these movement options could give Ubisoft's offering a distinct competitive edge in the crowded battle royale market.

While some analysts suggest declining interest in battle royale games, Ubisoft appears confident that Project Scout can carve out its own space in the genre. Only time will tell if this ambitious project can truly compete with established titles like Apex Legends when it eventually launches.