Watch Dogs Launches Mobile-Like Experience: Truth

Ubisoft's hacking-focused Watch Dogs series is branching out—to mobile! But not in the way you might think. Instead of a full mobile game, Audible offers Watch Dogs: Truth, an interactive audio adventure.

The Watch Dogs franchise, a staple in Ubisoft's lineup, is expanding its reach with an unexpected mobile debut. Watch Dogs: Truth isn't a traditional mobile game, but a choose-your-own-adventure style audio experience available on Audible. Players guide the narrative by making choices that impact Dedsec's next move against a new threat in a near-future London setting. The AI, Bagley, aids players in their decision-making process.

This unique approach to mobile gaming, reminiscent of classic choose-your-own-adventure books, is surprising given the franchise's age and the relatively low-key marketing for Watch Dogs: Truth. While the concept of an audio adventure isn't new, its application to a major franchise like Watch Dogs is intriguing. The release highlights the series' somewhat diverse approach to game development. The reception of Watch Dogs: Truth will be closely watched to gauge its success with mobile audiences.