This article contains spoilers for the Netflix show Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix.
Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix is Ubisoft Film & Television's first adult animated show, created by Adi Shankar (Castlevania) and inspired by Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon. The show features remixed versions of characters from the Ubisoft universe, like Marcus Holloway from Watch Dogs 2; Jade and Pey'j from Beyond Good and Evil; Pagan Min from Far Cry 4; Alex Taylor from The Crew; and Rayman from, well, the Rayman franchise. But the Ubisoft references don't stop with character inspirations; they extend to broader references as well. Some are fairly obvious, like Bullfrog, the amphibious white-cloaked assassin inspired by the Assassin's Creed franchise, or the Universal Basic Income (UBI...soft) credits. Others, however, might be a little easier to miss. Here are some Ubisoft Easter eggs in Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix to keep an eye out for in your first (or second) viewing of the Netflix original.
Niji Six - Rainbow Six Siege
The colorful Niji Six are an unmissable element in Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix; the squad frequently shows up at the worst possible moment to stop Dolph Laserhawk. The easter egg is in the name: "Niji" means "rainbow" in Japanese, a direct reference to Rainbow Six Siege. Plus, if you pay attention to their fight sequences, you'll notice they slip into very familiar tactical formations, like Blue shielding his team from damage.
OG Rayman - Rayman
Rayman is a major character in Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, serving as the face and voice of Eden - whether he likes it or not. As a public figure, this remixed version of the beloved character sports a flashy but formal