Exciting news for fans of the Splinter Cell series as David Grivel, the original director of the highly anticipated remake, has returned to Ubisoft. After a brief departure in 2022, Grivel is back at Ubisoft Toronto to helm this stealth-action project once more, bringing his passion and expertise to a game that has been eagerly awaited by many.
David Grivel’s Triumphant Return
Grivel shared the news of his return on LinkedIn, expressing his excitement about rejoining the Ubisoft Toronto team as the Game Director for Splinter Cell Remake. His reunion with the team is particularly special, given his history and involvement with the series. Before his brief leave, Grivel spent over a decade at Ubisoft, contributing to various high-profile games such as Splinter Cell: Blacklist, Assassin’s Creed: Unity, and Far Cry 5.
A Legacy Revived
After his departure from Ubisoft, Grivel worked at Ridgeline Games on Battlefield 6’s campaign mode until the studio was unexpectedly closed in early 2024. Now back with Ubisoft, Grivel is set to breathe new life into the Splinter Cell remake, a title initially announced in late 2021. Fans can look forward to a refreshed story that aims to be “more authentic and believable” for today’s audience.
The Splinter Cell remake has been in development for years, with anticipation building for its release as Grivel and his team work to update this classic for a modern-day audience.