Ubisoft Montreal is reportedly developing Alterra, a social sim inspired by Animal Crossing and Minecraft. Everything you need to know.

That's why we like a new Insider Gaming rumour that says Ubisoft is now in the process of creating something new, namely an Animal Crossing challenger. The game goes by the title Alterra (could be a working name), and lets us take care of an island filled with Funko Pop-like creatures called Matterlings.

There are never any shortages of rumors, speculation, and leaks in the video game industry. However, there are some credible insiders with a proven track record. One of those industry insiders who has taken to the internet to reveal new details about a game is Tom Henderson from Insider Gaming.

Ubisoft is reportedly working on an Animal Crossing-inspired game called Alterra. In the game, players will build their home on an island inhabited by NPCs called "Matterlings." Players can leave their home to discover new biomes, Matterlings, and materials out in broader environs.

Ubisoft is reportedly developing an "‘Animal Crossing’-inspired social sim that will have building mechanics similar to 'Minecraft'.

The unannounced Ubisoft project looks to combine elements from Nintendo's popular franchise alongside Minecraft.

Ubisoft is reportedly developing a game similar to Animal Crossing, codenamed Alterra. Gotham Knights' Patrick Redding is supposedly leading the project. The game will allegedly allow you to free build,

Assassin's Creed Valhalla studio Ubisoft Montreal is reportedly working on a new Animal Crossing-inspired social sim featuring Minecraft-like building elements, with former Gotham Knights creative director Patrick Redding said to be at the reins.