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Forza Horizon Devs Undeterred as Maverick Games Hunts New Publisher
Amazon Games has ended its publishing deal with Maverick Games, a studio founded by former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown. Despite losing Amazon's backing, Maverick Games is actively seeking a new publisher for its narrative-led open-world racing game, with development reportedly progressing strongly.
Amazon Ditches Ex-Forza Horizon Devs' AAA Open-World Racer
Amazon Games has reportedly dropped its publishing agreement with Maverick Games, a studio founded by ex-Sega executive Harinder Sangha and led by former Forza Horizon director Mike Brown. The company cited a strategic evolution to focus on projects leveraging Amazon's unique strengths. Despite this, Amazon will continue to publish upcoming Tomb Raider titles.
Ubisoft Toronto lays off 40 employees as part of major restructuring
Ubisoft Toronto has laid off 40 employees as part of a larger restructuring and cost-saving plan announced by the company. A Ubisoft spokesperson confirmed the news, stating that the decision was difficult and that support would be provided to affected employees. Development on the Splinter Cell remake is reportedly ongoing.
Jobs Roundup: February 2026 | UK games publisher PQube appoints Dominic Wheatley as chairman
Several key appointments and leadership transitions have occurred across the games industry. Dominic Wheatley has been named chairman of PQube, Ricardo Briceno is the new CEO of Gamefam, and Craig Cincotta has returned to Xbox. Additionally, Christie Golden joins IO Interactive as principal writer, and Joshua Mills takes over as creative director for Rainbow Six Siege at Ubisoft Montréal.
