The 2020 release of Watch Dogs: Legion was a mixed bag for the unique Ubisoft franchise, with many fans being of the opinion that the project did not live up to the expectations that were set by the series' prior successful entries. Disappointed players were initially intrigued by the unique core game mechanics and locations that set Legion apart from its predecessors, although the state that the project launched in put a huge dent in its reputation, something that has been extremely difficult for it to overcome in the time since its debut.