Ubisoft recently announced the cancellation of the anticipated TV adaptation of the Driver Series. The show originally planned in collaboration, with streaming service Binge and announced in 2021 has now been put on hold. Despite this setback Ubisoft reassured fans that they have not forgotten about the Driver Series and hinted at projects for the franchise.
A representative from Ubisoft confirmed to Game File that the partnership with Binge, for the Driver TV series has been canceled. This decision follows the closure of Ubisofts film related subsidiary, Hotrod Tanner LLC, which was named after the protagonist of the Driver Series. However Ubisoft is actively engaged in developing projects related to the franchise and plans to reveal details soon.
The Future of the Driver Series
The news of the TV adaptation being canceled might disappoint fans. Ubisoft remains dedicated, to the Driver Series. While there hasn’t been a mainline release in the franchise since 2011 with titles like Driver; San Francisco and Driver; Renegade 3D things have been relatively quiet lately. The latest game in the series was Driver; Speedboat Paradise, a release from 2014.
Fans are buzzing with speculation following Ubisofts mention of ” projects related to the franchise.” Although specifics are scarce knowing that Ubisoft is actively involved in developing the series gives fans hope for a reboot or new installment. Given Ubisofts history of delivering racing games fans can anticipate an exhilarating experience, in the chapter of the Driver Series.