Announcement of Return
The original director of the Splinter Cell remake, David Grivel, has rejoined Ubisoft Toronto to resume his role as game director. Grivel announced his return on LinkedIn, expressing his excitement and attachment to the project and team.
Career Highlights at Ubisoft
Grivel previously worked at Ubisoft for over a decade, from 2011 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to several major titles, including Splinter Cell: Blacklist, Assassin’s Creed: Unity, Far Cry Primal, Far Cry 4, and Far Cry 5.
Post‑Ubisoft Experience
After leaving Ubisoft, he worked at Ridgeline Games on the campaign mode for Battlefield 6 until the studio was closed by EA in early 2024.
Splinter Cell Remake Background
The Splinter Cell remake was first announced in late 2021 and has been in development with little information released since then. The game aims to update the story of the 2002 original to be more authentic and believable for a modern audience.
Community Reaction
Grivel’s return to the project has sparked excitement and anticipation for the remake, which has been eagerly awaited by fans of the series.
