Ubisoft has introduced a new initiative called The Player Council, a dedicated playtesting platform that invites gamers to engage with unfinished game ideas and give developers direct, actionable feedback. The service is integrated with Ubisoft Connect and the community-driven Games2Gether platform, creating a seamless environment where players can explore early concepts, prototype builds, and even live updates for existing PC titles. During its soft‑launch phase, The Player Council is featuring four distinct projects.
Two of these are brand‑new prototypes: the online multiplayer experience known as Codename Split Point and the single‑player strategy title Codename Rook. In addition, two already‑released games are part of the test roster—Riders Republic and Atomega—allowing players to experience upcoming changes before they are rolled out to the broader audience. A notable example is Atomega, a game that is slated to receive its first major update in nine years.
Ubisoft explains that involvement in The Player Council gives the development team the ability to "experiment with fresh ideas, gather player input and suggestions, and then refine or expand future content based on community insight." This collaborative loop is intended to make the evolution of games more responsive to what players actually want. Looking ahead, Ubisoft plans to broaden the roster with two additional cooperative projects, Codename Decagon and Codename Harlequin, which are expected to join the platform later in the year. These additions will further diversify the types of experiences that community testers can influence.
Signing up for The Player Council is free of charge, though participants must agree to a non‑disclosure agreement (NDA) before they can begin. Once registered, players can submit applications to join specific projects. If a developer approves the application, the tester gains access to the build, plays through the content, and then submits detailed feedback. The platform is designed to foster dialogue among participants.
Testers are grouped with other players so they can discuss potential improvements, share observations, and collectively shape the direction of the game. Meanwhile, developers commit to "sharing insight on their decision‑making process as they evaluate and iterate" on the feedback received, creating a transparent loop of communication.
Ubisoft has clarified that there are no hidden fees for testing prototypes. For live‑content testing, participants simply need to own the corresponding game; no extra purchase is required to join the testing cycle. The Player Council employs a tiered access system.
All new members start at the Member Access level, which grants basic testing opportunities. As testers contribute more feedback and demonstrate consistent engagement, they can unlock higher tiers such as Insider Access and Shaper Access. These elevated tiers open the door to "more sensitive projects and early‑stage content," allowing the most active community members to influence the development of more experimental or confidential titles. The company also promises that the platform will continue to evolve, with new tools, features, prototypes, and even full games being added over time.
This ongoing expansion aims to keep the community involved throughout the lifecycle of Ubisoft's portfolio. The launch of The Player Council aligns with Ubisoft's broader strategic shift announced last month. The publisher is moving toward a "more selective model" that reduces reliance on the traditional blockbuster launch cycle. Instead, Ubisoft intends to lean more heavily on its existing catalog and live‑service titles for steady revenue streams.
In its 2025/26 annual report, the company warned that releasing a game prematurely, or launching it alongside major competing titles, major technical or artistic innovations, or simultaneous in‑game events can severely diminish a game's commercial performance. By engaging players early through The Player Council, Ubisoft hopes to mitigate those risks, ensuring that games are polished, well‑timed, and aligned with player expectations before they hit the market. Overall, The Player Council represents a significant step toward deeper collaboration between developers and the gaming community. By offering free access, structured feedback channels, and a clear progression path for testers, Ubisoft aims to harness the collective creativity of its fans to shape better, more engaging experiences across its diverse range of titles.