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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced crosses 2 million in sales as studio strikes over proposed layoffs
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced achieved over two million sales on its release day, with a peak of 99,451 concurrent players on Steam. Meanwhile, Ubisoft Barcelona, which reportedly handled the game's water technology, is striking over proposed layoffs of 51 workers. Ubisoft stated the layoffs are part of a broader cost-reduction effort and a strategic shift to focus the Barcelona studio on Rainbow Six projects.
Paramount confirms Mike Zaimont is employed by Avatar Legends dev
Paramount Games has confirmed that Mike Zaimont, formerly of Lab Zero Games and accused of sexual harassment, is employed by Gameplay Group International, the developer of Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. This confirmation comes amid industry scrutiny over hiring practices for individuals facing such allegations. Zaimont is reportedly working on backend programming, engine architecture, and netcode for the game.
A forgotten dungeon crawler from the Baldur's Gate era is coming to Steam and GOG for the first time ever
SNEG is bringing the 2001 dungeon crawler Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor to Steam and GOG for its first-ever digital release later this year. The game, which launched during the Baldur's Gate era, was considered underwhelming due to bugs and a lack of depth. SNEG is updating the game for modern systems, with more details to be revealed closer to its Q4 launch.
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Ubisoft Barcelona, a development studio that worked on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, has gone on strike. The employees are protesting recent layoffs within the company. This action highlights ongoing labor disputes in the video game industry.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's Controversial Day 1 DLC Earned $1 Million, Just on Steam
Ubisoft's controversial day one DLC for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reportedly generated $1 million in revenue on Steam. The collection of downloadable content was priced at $85.
Ubisoft promises new Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon games are coming, but says this year will be…
Ubisoft's financial report indicates a lighter release slate for the current fiscal year, with new premium titles and "other targeted premium games" to be announced later. However, the company anticipates a significantly larger content pipeline in fiscal years 2027-28 and 2028-29, featuring new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises, alongside an acceleration of its live services.
Ubisoft Barcelona devs strike over layoffs following Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced launch
Developers at Ubisoft Barcelona are staging a three-day strike to protest the layoff of 51 employees, which occurred shortly after the successful launch of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The striking workers, in collaboration with the CSVI union, are demanding the cancellation of layoffs, stronger job security, the reinstatement of remote work policies, and promised salary increases.
MMO Business Roundup: Sony games discs, Monster Hunter Wilds’ price, and Ubisoft almost figures it out
This business roundup covers several key industry developments, including Sony facing antitrust scrutiny over its decision to cease physical game disc production in 2028. Ubisoft's latest financial report acknowledges that firing experienced developers can harm business, while Capcom announced a permanent price reduction for Monster Hunter Wilds, alongside new bundle offerings.
I reckon Assassin's Creed Unity is one of the series' best, and a former Ubisoft director agrees it's…
Former Ubisoft director Jean Guesdon believes Assassin's Creed Unity is an underestimated entry in the series, attributing its troubled launch to ambitious technical advancements. Despite its initial bugs and emphasis on microtransactions, the game is praised for its dense, focused design centered on the French Revolution setting and its innovative mechanics.
How to find all Black Flag Resynced Grand Cayman chests
This guide details how to find all three hidden chests in the Grand Cayman settlement in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. One chest requires the player to get Edward Kenway drunk at the tavern to access a cliffside location, while another is found underwater in a cave pool, and the third is located in a Spanish soldier encampment.
19 unmissable PS5 games still releasing in 2026
This article highlights 19 upcoming PlayStation 5 games scheduled for release in 2026, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Marvel's Wolverine, and Grand Theft Auto VI. It details various genres and features, from action RPGs and stealth games to fighting and flight simulations, providing a glimpse into the future of PS5 gaming.
"Ubisoft thinks that's what we deserve": Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's release followed by union strike over Ubisoft Barcelona layoffs
Following the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Ubisoft Barcelona is facing a union-organized strike and protests over plans to lay off 51 staff. The union is demanding the cancellation of layoffs, job security guarantees, a return to remote work policies, and promised promotions and pay rises. Developers expressed frustration over the situation, with some highlighting their contributions to the remake before facing redundancy.
As Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's underwater levels draw praise, dev says those responsible are "being fired right now because Ubisoft thinks that's what we deserve"
A developer from Ubisoft Barcelona has spoken out against the studio's planned layoffs, highlighting the critical success of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, which featured praised underwater levels developed by the very team facing termination. The developers are striking to protest the decision and demand job security, while Ubisoft plans for a quiet period before a more active release schedule.
'The company has turned its back on us': Black Flag Resynced developers at Ubisoft Barcelona are being laid off instead of celebrating the series' latest hit
Despite the success of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, which sold two million copies and broke series player records on Steam, Ubisoft is laying off 51 developers at its Barcelona studio. This decision has led to frustration among employees and a three-day strike called by the Spanish union La Confederación General del Trabajo, protesting the company's 'strategic shift' and perceived betrayal of its dedicated staff.
Black Flag Resynced Anotto Bay treasure location and all chests
This guide details how to find all treasures and chests in Anotto Bay in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. It covers the buried treasure in the smuggler's den, two underwater chests, and a secret chest requiring a key obtained from a smuggler leader.
'It's exploding now?' — Reddit user's Zotac RTX 5090 'explodes' while playing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and I'm starting to get worried that high-powered GPUs aren't safe
A Reddit user reported that their Zotac GeForce RTX 5090 GPU exploded while playing Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Unlike previous incidents, the power connector was undamaged, but a burn mark was found on the PCB gold finger, suggesting a potential short circuit possibly caused by GPU sag. This incident raises concerns about the safety of high-powered GPUs.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Developers in Barcelona Are Being Laid Off as Ubisoft Celebrates Game's Success
Ubisoft Barcelona developers who worked on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag are reportedly being laid off, despite the game's commercial success selling 2 million copies shortly after launch. This news comes as the company celebrates the game's achievements.
Ubisoft pivots to "selective model" to reduce reliance on individual game launches
Ubisoft is shifting to a more selective business model, reducing reliance on individual game launches and focusing on its back-catalog and live service offerings. This strategy aims to navigate a competitive market and ongoing organizational changes, including cost reduction programs and addressing team stability concerns. CEO Yves Guillemot described the past financial year as one of decisive action to build a more focused, efficient, and resilient organization.
Games Inbox: What will be the next Nintendo remake after Zelda: Ocarina Of Time?
Readers discuss potential future Nintendo remakes following the success of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced and the anticipated Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. There is also speculation about FromSoftware's next project and a desire for id Software to perfect its modern Doom titles. The discussion also touches on the shift to digital distribution and the future of physical media.
“Losing Key Talents and Skills” is a Major Risk, Says Ubisoft Amidst Layoffs
Ubisoft has acknowledged the significant risk of losing key talent and skills amidst ongoing layoffs, as detailed in its annual financial report. The company is implementing succession plans and retention strategies for critical roles to mitigate the impact of departures in a competitive industry. Additionally, Ubisoft is partnering with colleges to improve recruitment and is addressing the challenges of releasing games too early or too late.
