Beyond Good & Evil 20th Annversary Edition
Image: via Microsoft / Ubisoft

Update: Ubisoft has now confirmed the existence of this special 20th Anniversary Edition, revealing that it was accidentally made downloadable earlier today and won't actually be releasing until some point in early 2024.

Here's the full statement from the company:

"Well, looks like the cat’s out of the bag, dagnammit. Happy 20th anniversary to Beyond Good & Evil! While we cannot wait to show you more about this special edition, more news to come in early 2024! An early development version of Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition was recently released to some Ubisoft+ subscribers by mistake. We apologize for any confusion and want to assure our community that this version is not indicative of the final game."

"As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Beyond Good & Evil, our commitment to delivering a game that meets the high expectations of our fans is unwavering. We're excited to announce that the official launch is set for early 2024, and we're dedicated to making it an experience that truly honors the legacy of the original. Thank you for your understanding and continued support."


Original story: After being rated earlier this year by the ESRB, Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition has now appeared on the Microsoft Store for Xbox (update: it's since been taken down again!).

It will be optimised for Xbox Series X|S and will also be available on Xbox One. In addition to a full description, a number of screenshots are also included in the gallery section. There's no release date or price just yet.

Here's the full description which mentions up to 4K resolution, 60fps and Smart Delivery:

Swoop into the marvelous world of Hillys as action-reporter Jade to investigate the mysterious DomZ alien attacks alongside colorful characters, like her adoptive uncle Pey’j or the valiant Double H. Embark on this epic adventure in up to 4K, 60 fps with improved graphics, controls, and audio, along with brand-new autosave and cross-save features. Enjoy exclusive new rewards as you explore the planet and discover more about Jade’s past in a new treasure hunt throughout Hillys.

Put your skills to the test thanks to the new speedrun mode and updated achievements, and learn more about the game’s development and secrets in the anniversary gallery! Armed with her daï-jo and faithful camera, Jade’s adventure will get you to freely explore Hillys, combat creatures large and small, infiltrate dangerous areas, solve enigmatic puzzles, play addictive mini-games, race the best hovercraft pilots, and take pictures of the whole experience. Be ready to dive into a trailblazing blend of action gameplay and thrilling emotional cutscenes!

Keep in mind, Ubisoft hasn't formally announced this game just yet, but perhaps we'll be seeing it at next week's Game Awards show, airing on 7th December.

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[source twitter.com]