Celebrating its 10th anniversary today, the Watch Dogs series first debuted on May 26, 2014. Back then, the gaming community was abuzz with excitement over the trailers showcasing impressive graphics and innovative hacking features. Ubisoft went all out with their marketing, boldly claiming to revolutionize open-world gaming and even taking playful shots at Rockstar Games.
However, the high expectations set by the marketing campaign ultimately backfired when players found the game fell short of the promised revolution. Despite the initial disappointment, over time, players began to appreciate the atmospheric setting of Chicago, the dark storyline, and the ambitious attempt by Ubisoft to rival GTA.
Subsequent installments in the series, such as Watch Dogs 2, received better reviews but faced skepticism from players still wary from the first game’s letdown. The game showcased the beauty of San Francisco and expanded hacking mechanics, albeit losing some of the original’s seriousness.
Unfortunately, Watch Dogs: Legion failed to impress both players and critics with its unique system of playing as various characters in London. The game’s plot suffered from trying to accommodate any character, leading to a mediocre reception and disappointing sales.
Despite efforts to salvage the series with DLC content featuring familiar characters, the issues with Legion remained unresolved. Recently, Ubisoft announced the closure of the series, leaving players uncertain about its future. Regardless of its fate, Watch Dogs will be remembered for its mix of positive and negative aspects that left a lasting impact on the gaming community.
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