Ubisoft Massive’s leadership believes The Division 3 can match the cultural and commercial impact of the original The Division, one of Ubisoft’s biggest hits of the 2010s.
The Division 3 Is Still in Full Production
More than two years after its official announcement, The Division 3 remains deep in development at Ubisoft Massive. No gameplay or release window has been revealed yet, and the studio has kept things quiet. Still, they say progress is moving steadily.
The long timeline suggests the team is taking its time to meet the expectations that come with the name.
Dev Confidence in a Big Return
At the New Game Showcase 2026, franchise executive producer Julian Gerighty gave a short update. He said the team is fully committed and working on a large-scale project.
According to him, the goal is to make something that lands with the same kind of impact the first game had. He called it a big effort, but did not share specific details.
Why the Original Division Matters
The original The Division made a strong impression when it was revealed at E3 2013. Its trailer sparked a lot of attention and helped build anticipation despite delays.
When it finally launched in March 2016, it broke sales records for Ubisoft and set a new standard for online looter-shooters. Its post-crisis New York setting and cover-based combat shaped how other games in the genre would follow.
The Division 2 and the Road Ahead
The Division 2 launched in 2019 and was received pretty well. It moved the action to a new location, cleaned up many systems from the first game, and delivered a stronger endgame structure.
Even so, it never reached the same level of attention or launch impact. Interest was steadier rather than explosive, and it did not set the same sales records.
Ubisoft Restructuring Context
The Division 3 is being made while Ubisoft is going through a rough patch. The company’s cut staff, shut down studios, and started narrowing its focus to just a few big franchises.
Over at Massive Entertainment, the team behind the game, they’ve introduced a voluntary exit program to slim down and shift resources. There’s a lot riding on whatever they put out next.
Star Wars Outlaws had a big budget and high hopes when it launched in 2024, but it didn’t sell like Ubisoft wanted. That miss has only added more pressure to get The Division 3 right.
What Comes Next
Ubisoft has not announced when The Division 3 will be shown publicly. Many expect to see something later this year, but for now, there is no confirmed date. In the meantime, The Division 2 continues to get updates, and a mobile version is in development at Ubisoft’s Paris studio.