Assassins Creed Fans Demand Bayek’s Return – And His Actor Is Ready

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The Assassins Creed franchise is racing toward the future with Shadows in feudal Japan and rumors of a Black Flag remake, but fans are loudly calling for a return to one of the series’ most beloved characters: Bayek of Siwa. The demand isn’t just coming from players—Abubakar Salim, the actor behind the fan-favorite protagonist of Assassin’s Creed Origins, recently confirmed he’s ready to dust off his Hidden Blade.

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Assassins Creed Fans Demand Bayek’s Return – And His Actor Is Ready

At the 2024 BAFTA Games Awards, where Salim won the “Game Beyond Entertainment” award for his indie title Tales of Kenzera: Zau, we asked if he’d reprise his role as Bayek. His answer? A resounding “I’m ready for it.” Here’s why Ubisoft should listen.

The Unfinished Story of the First Assassin

Assassins Creed Origins (2017) reinvented the franchise with its sprawling RPG mechanics and emotional depth. As Bayek, a Medjay warrior turned founder of the Hidden Ones, Salim delivered a performance that many fans consider the series’ best. But the game’s ending left threads dangling: Bayek and Aya part ways to establish the Brotherhood, setting up a rich narrative goldmine.

Fans have spent years theorizing about sequels. Could we see Bayek mentoring new assassins? Struggling with leadership? Reuniting with Aya? Salim himself hinted at untapped potential: “The story ends just as the order is being built. There’s so much more to explore.”

Ubisoft’s Nostalgia Wave

While Assassin’s Creed explores new settings like Feudal Japan (Shadows) and 9th-century Baghdad (Mirage), Ubisoft is quietly revisiting the past:

  • Assassin’s Creed Mirage brought back Valhalla’s Basim for a smaller-scale story
  • A Black Flag remake is reportedly in early development
  • The Ezio Collection keeps the Renaissance era alive for new players

This trend gives hope for Bayek’s return. With Mirage proving that character-driven prequels/sequels work, Ubisoft has a blueprint.

Abubakar Salim’s Passion for Bayek

Salim’s connection to Bayek runs deep. At the BAFTA red carpet, he shared: “The community’s love for Bayek blows me away. If Ubisoft ever wants to revisit him, I’d jump at it in a heartbeat.”

The actor hasn’t been shy about his fondness for the role. He regularly interacts with fans on social media, sharing Origins fan art and reminiscing about voicing the character. This genuine enthusiasm suggests he’d pour his all into a sequel or spinoff.

What Could a Bayek Sequel Look Like?

While Ubisoft hasn’t confirmed plans, possibilities are endless:

  • Bayek & Aya: A game exploring their fractured relationship post-Origins, set in Rome
  • Hidden Ones Expansion: Building the Brotherhood’s early network across Egypt
  • Crossover: A Legends-style game pairing Bayek with Ezio or Altair

Fans have even pitched a “Medjay Chronicles” DLC, diving into Bayek’s life before the events of Origins.

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Why Ubisoft Should Listen

The demand is undeniable. #BringBackBayek trends annually on the game’s anniversary, and Origins still tops “Best AC Games” lists. With Salim eager to return and fans hungry for more, the pieces are in place. As the actor said: “Let’s keep giving back to the fans.”

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