Ubisoft Continues The Watch Dogs Universe In New Legion Follow-up Audio Experience, Watch Dogs: Truth

Just about a decade ago, many were interested to see the direction Ubisoft was heading with new IP Watch Dogs. A counter to Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto and a polar opposite of its in-house Assassin’s Creed franchise set in present time, you followed the role of a hacker as the overarching CTOS system becomes vulnerable to use at your own dispense. 

However, after the launch of Watch Dogs: Legion, it appeared the series has been left at a standstill. One report indicated that Watch Dogs was officially set to rest internally at Ubisoft. What does go against that is the development on the live-action film based on the series. At New Regency Productions, filming did complete of the movie back in September this fall.

But as part of a continuation of the universe, Ubisoft is proceeding with a new Audible-exclusive experience which follows-up on the events of Watch Dogs: Legion. Introducing Watch Dogs: Truth, the new interactive listening release continues the plot of Zero Day that took place in London, England that features decision making for Dedsec’s next move.

After Dedsec’s heroic actions in the Zero Day affair, the government publicly praised their role in saving the city. However, this reset of relations was short-lived. A new crackdown on civil freedoms is underway, as the surveillance state fights back against growing activism and protest.The government’s cyber intelligence force, SIRS, has been directed to orchestrate a sinister campaign of message manipulation, fake news, and discrediting dissent. With the rise of deepfakes and fake news, the line between truth and falsehood has become nearly impossible to discern.

“But Dedsec is fighting back. When they uncover a troubling instance of this disinformation, they realize the threat is far more organized and nefarious than it first appeared. Now they must convince the implementers to change course – using the targeted tactics Dedsec is known for.As you listen, you’ll be guided through this story by Bagley, who can access any CTOS device, including your own Optik. At the end of each episode, you’ll be asked to make choices that will determine Dedsec’s next move. The fate of the city hangs in the balance. Are you ready to join the fight for the truth.”

Similarly, Halo offered its own audio experience expanding the lore in anticipation for Halo 5: Guardians. In Hunt the Truth, it followed the events leading up to Master Chief’s betrayal to the USNC which materialized in the featured game. Hunt the Truth went on to be extended to a second season in 2015.

Are you interested in Watch Dogs: Truth?

Source: Amazon Audible