Julian Gerety, executive producer of the popular first-person shooter series The Division , revealed a number of important and exciting details about the future of the franchise during an exclusive interview at New Game+. These statements reaffirm Ubisoft's commitment to continuing its support for this highly successful title.
The Division 3: A huge and ambitious project
Gerritty has definitively confirmed that The Division 3 is already in active development, describing the project as "huge and very ambitious." While the game was initially announced in 2023, the studio remains tight-lipped about specific storyline details and any major gameplay changes. This accelerated pace of work comes after Gerritty shifted his full focus from Star Wars Outlaws to The Division 3 in 2024, indicating that the game has become a top priority for the studio.
The history of the series and its importance in the world of games
To fully understand the significance of this announcement, one must return to the roots of the series, which launched in 2016 under the Tom Clans label. It offered a unique experience blending tactical shooting with role-playing game (RPG) elements in an open world ravaged by a pandemic. The success of the first installment in New York, followed by the second in Washington, D.C., established the series as a cornerstone of Ubisoft's game library. Millions around the world eagerly await to see how the third installment will leverage the capabilities of next-generation consoles and the advanced Snowdrop engine.
Significant improvements and the return of winter in The Division 2
In line with the development of existing content, The Division 2: Survivors on a complete reimagining of the Washington, D.C. map. The most significant change is the transformation of the familiar summer environment into a harsh, snow-covered landscape reminiscent of the beloved New York City of the first game. This change is not merely aesthetic; it will deliver a radically different gameplay experience, as the weather will impact visibility and control—an element players missed in the original Division 2.
The upcoming updates also aim to improve "quality of life" elements, such as refining the control systems and making maps and menus easier to read. This project is led by creative director Magnus Janssen, a name trusted by the gaming community due to his previous work on the popular Survival mode in the first game, promising a truly authentic survival experience and challenges that will satisfy even the most seasoned players.
Expansion into smartphones and release date
As for expanding across platforms, The Division: Resurgence a new strategic step in bringing the series' experience to smartphones. For the first time, the game will allow players to form teams and play in a massive open world on mobile, while maintaining the high-quality graphics and tactical gameplay.
According to the latest financial reports issued by Ubisoft, the expected release date for the game has been set to be before March 31, 2026. This direction reflects the company's desire to reach a wider segment of the global audience, especially in markets that rely heavily on mobile games, while maintaining the identity of the original series.
