# New Action-Adventure Game '1666: Amsterdam' from Assassin's Creed Creator Sets Early Access Date

Patrice Désilets, creator of Assassin's Creed, announced that his long-in-development action-adventure game 1666: Amsterdam will launch in Early Access. The game, set in 17th-century Amsterdam, marks his return to the genre after years of legal and production hurdles. This release is notable for fans following the project's troubled history and for the industry's interest in Désilets' creative vision.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/digital/news/gaming-news-roundup-week-of-august-10-1236831438/) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:00:31 +0000