Charles Esther
Fans of the stealth-action series have been waiting years for an update on the Splinter Cell remake.
It has been over three years since Ubisoft first announced the project, leaving players eager for new details.
Why the Remake Matters
Originally released in 2002, the first Splinter Cell revolutionized third-person stealth gaming.
It paved the way for many modern titles in the genre.
Now, Ubisoft promises to deliver a faithful reimagining that stays true to the spirit of the original while updating it for today’s audience.
First Reveal and Trailer
Ubisoft officially announced the remake in December 2021, releasing a short video.
The announcement revisited the franchise’s history and highlighted how the original game transformed Ubisoft Toronto from Rayman developers into AAA storytellers.
No new trailers have been released since.
Story and Setting
The remake will revisit the 2002 plot, where black ops agent Sam Fisher investigates two missing U.S. operatives in Georgia.
This mission escalates into uncovering a conspiracy involving corrupt governments and nuclear weapons.
While Ubisoft has confirmed the remake will follow the spirit of the original, it also hinted at updating the story for modern audiences, with more authentic and believable characters.
Gameplay Direction
Producer Matt West confirmed the game is being built from the ground up with modern visuals and design.
Unlike some fan theories, it will not be an open-world experience but will remain linear, staying closer to the original’s design.
Stealth, lighting, and environmental interaction will continue to define the gameplay.
Engine and Development
The remake is being developed using Ubisoft’s Snowdrop engine, the same engine powering Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Ubisoft Toronto, known for Watch Dogs Legion and Far Cry 6, leads development, ensuring the franchise remains in experienced hands.
Related Splinter Cell News
At Gamescom 2025, Ubisoft announced Splinter Cell: Deathwatch, an animated Netflix series starring Liev Schreiber as Sam Fisher, set to release October 14, 2025.
