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Immutable Shifts Focus from Game Development to AI Marketing Platform
Immutable has undergone a strategic overhaul, reducing its game development roles by 29 and shifting focus to an AI-powered marketing platform for web2 game publishers. The company will continue active support for 'Gods Unchained' while placing 'Guild of Guardians' in maintenance mode. This pivot aims to leverage Immutable's 'Immutable Audience' platform to improve user acquisition and retention for clients, as demonstrated by its work with Ubisoft's 'Might & Magic: Fates'.
Next Ghost Recon’s Scope “Cut and Greatly Reduced” After Poor Internal Alpha – Rumor
A new Ghost Recon game, codenamed Ovr, has reportedly had its scope significantly reduced due to issues during an internal alpha test. Sources claim features were stripped, and the game's state was considered 'terrible,' leading to potential crunch for the development team. The game's release window is now uncertain, with a beta possibly targeting November and a full launch potentially delayed beyond next year.
Ubisoft eliminates 93 roles in San Francisco
Ubisoft is eliminating 93 roles at its San Francisco office, with the layoffs expected to be permanent. This follows recent announcements of studio closures in Winnipeg and Belgrade, and a significant year-on-year decrease in net bookings. The company also secured a $1.25 billion investment from Tencent.
Just Dance Locks Spot for Games of the Future 2026: Phygital Dancers Head to Astana for $75,000 Prize
Ubisoft's Just Dance has been confirmed as the headline title for the Phygital Dancing discipline at the Games of the Future 2026 event in Astana, Kazakhstan. The competition will feature a $75,000 prize pool and take place from August 6-7. This marks the return of Just Dance to the major esports event, highlighting its popularity and the growing interest in phygital competitions.
Just Dance Returns to Games of the Future 2026 | Invision Game Community
Just Dance has been confirmed to return as a featured discipline at the Games of the Future 2026 esports event, taking place in Astana, Kazakhstan. The 'Phygital Dancing' competition, which blends physical performance with digital gameplay, will be held from August 6-7 with a $75,000 USD prize pool. Ubisoft expressed enthusiasm for the game's inclusion, highlighting its vibrant energy and international appeal as a perfect fit for the event's unique hybrid format.
French union STJV to commence national strike outside Quantic Dream
French labor union STJV is organizing a national strike on June 25, 2026, to protest widespread layoffs in the video game industry, particularly at companies like Ubisoft and Quantic Dream. The strike will begin with a picket outside Quantic Dream's Paris office, as the developer is reportedly planning to cut around 115 jobs. The union criticizes mismanagement, poor working conditions, and calls for government oversight on subsidies.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Dies In Plane Crash
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot, aged 69, died on June 19 in a plane crash in La Baule, western France. The accident also claimed the life of a flight instructor. Guillemot was instrumental in founding Ubisoft in 1986 with his brothers and also served as CEO of Guillemot Corp, a company specializing in gaming accessories.
Assassin's Creed Shadows sequel or extra DLC could be on the cards, fans speculate, as Ubisoft's final update sets up a new story for its protagonists
Fans are speculating about potential future DLC or a sequel for Assassin's Creed Shadows following its final update, Black Tides. The update's ending leaves Naoe and Yasuke's story open, with associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois hinting at possibilities similar to Assassin's Creed Mirage's surprise DLC. While a direct sequel is unlikely given the series' protagonist patterns, characters could return in future entries or expansions.
Just Dance to Bring the Heat to the Games of the Future 2026
The Games of the Future 2026 will feature the return of Just Dance as a competitive phygital sport, with athletes competing for a $75,000 prize pool. The event, taking place in Astana from August 5-6, combines physical movement with digital precision. This inclusion highlights the growing diversity of phygital disciplines at the international event.
Ubisoft-medgrundaren Claude Guillemot död i flygolycka
Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of Ubisoft, has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash near La Baule's airport. He was one of five brothers who established the game company in 1986. Guillemot also served as CEO of Guillemot Corporation, which deals with computer and console accessories.
Obituary: Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot died in a plane crash in La Baule, France, along with another passenger. The company confirmed the tragic news, expressing condolences to his family. Claude Guillemot, along with his brothers, founded Ubisoft in 1986.
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot has died in a plane crash
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash. He was also the chairman of Guillemot Corp, which owns the accessories brand Thrustmaster. The article also touches on the European Commission's response to the 'Stop Killing Games' petition, agreeing to facilitate an industry code of conduct for managing the end-of-life for video games.
Ubisoft-medgrundaren Claude Guillemot omkommer i flygolycka
Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of Ubisoft, has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash near La Baule's airport. He was one of the five brothers who established the game development and publishing company in 1986. Guillemot also served as CEO of Guillemot Corporation, which focuses on computer, mobile, and console accessories.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Be the Comeback Fans Have Been Waiting For
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is positioned as a potential comeback for the series, aiming to recapture the beloved pirate fantasy and focused gameplay of the original. The remake promises to bypass the dense RPG mechanics of recent titles and address drawbacks like tedious missions, while leveraging next-gen technology. Despite concerns stemming from the troubled development of Skull and Bones, the remake carries significant weight for Ubisoft, representing an opportunity for revalidation and a potential return to the franchise's roots.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Plane Crash
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot died in a light airplane crash near La Baule airport on June 19th. He was also the president of Guillemot Corporation, a separate hardware company. Claude was one of five brothers who founded Ubisoft in 1986, which has since grown into a major video game publisher known for franchises like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry.
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash
Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft and President of Guillemot Corporation, has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash in La Baule, Brittany, France. The accident occurred on June 19th when the Cessna 421 twin-engine aircraft registered to Guillemot crashed near the runway. Ubisoft confirmed the news with sadness, extending thoughts to his family.
Obituary: Claude Guillemot, one of Ubisoft’s original founders, was killed in a plane crash
Claude Guillemot, one of the original founders of Ubisoft, died in a plane crash over the weekend at the age of 69. The accident occurred near La Baule airport in France while he was flying a twin-motor Cessna 421 with a flight instructor. An investigation into the cause of the crash has been launched.
‘Stop Destroying Videogames’ – European Commission Responds to Initiative Supported by Over A Million Supporters
The European Commission has responded to the 'Stop Destroying Videogames' initiative, stating it cannot legally compel publishers to keep games playable indefinitely. While not proposing new legislation, the Commission will initiate industry discussions by the end of 2026 to draft a code of conduct for game end-of-life management and will raise awareness of existing consumer rights.
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dead at 69 in plane crash
Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash on the Atlantic coast of France. The company confirmed the tragic news, stating their thoughts are with his family. Guillemot was instrumental in founding Ubisoft in 1986.
Ubisoft co-founder dies in Friday plane crash
The co-founder of Ubisoft has died in a plane crash that occurred on Friday. Further details regarding the incident are expected to be released soon.