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'I'm Proud That We Shipped the Game!' — Assassin's Creed Shadows Developer Reflects on Its Legacy, a Year on From Launch - IGN
Ubisoft art director Thierry Dansereau expressed pride in shipping Assassin's Creed Shadows, highlighting its technological advancements in parkour, stealth, and fighting systems. He noted that features like real-time ray traced global illumination and the dynamic Atmos weather system will benefit future Assassin's Creed titles. The discussion took place during an event celebrating the game's first anniversary.
By Giving Players A Choice, Assassin's Creed Shadows Undermined Its Best Idea
This opinion piece argues that Assassin's Creed Shadows' dual protagonist system, while promising in its first act, ultimately undermines its narrative potential by allowing players too much freedom to switch characters. The author believes a more focused approach, similar to older titles, would have strengthened the story and character development for Naoe and Yasuke.
Ubisoft ends game dev at Tom Clancy studio Red Storm, laying off 105 employees
Ubisoft has ended game development at its studio Red Storm Entertainment, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. Red Storm's most recent major game credit was Assassin's Creed Nexus VR in 2023.
Games Inbox: Is Crimson Desert worth getting?
Readers express skepticism about Crimson Desert's mixed reviews and potential console performance issues, drawing parallels to Cyberpunk 2077. Other topics include the nature of Pokémon, the decline of Red Storm Entertainment and its franchises, and the potential impact of AI on game graphics.
Red Storm Entertainment Ends Game Development
Ubisoft-owned Red Storm Entertainment has ceased game development following a new round of layoffs. While the studio will remain operational, 105 employees have been affected by the decision.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Art Director Says “Quite A Few Features” Will Carry Over to Future Titles
Assassin's Creed Shadows Art Director Thierry Dansereau stated that "quite a few features" from the game, including the Atmos weather system and ray-traced global illumination, will be incorporated into future Assassin's Creed titles. He highlighted improvements in parkour, stealth, and combat systems as part of the game's legacy for the franchise.
Assassin’s Creed Netflix Series Starts Filming in Rome, Will Take Place in 64 AD
Filming has begun in Rome for Netflix's live-action Assassin's Creed television series, set in 64 AD during the Roman Empire. The show, a collaboration between Netflix and Ubisoft, will feature an original story about a secret war between factions vying for control of humanity's future. Roberto Patino and David Wiener are serving as creators, showrunners, and executive producers.
"It's Re-Rendering the Game!" – It Turns Out Game Artists Don't Love DLSS 5, Despite Nvidia's Claims - IGN
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 technology, which incorporates neural rendering, has drawn criticism from game developers and artists who claim they were not adequately consulted. While Nvidia states developers have control over the enhancements, concerns remain about the aesthetic impact on games like Resident Evil 5 and Assassins Creed Shadows, with some artists feeling the technology alters game visuals significantly.
Ubisoft studio that invented Rainbow Six to stop making games after 30 years
Ubisoft studio Red Storm Entertainment, the original creator of the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six franchise, is ceasing game development operations after nearly 30 years. While the studio will continue in an IT and engine support role, 105 jobs are being lost as part of Ubisoft's broader restructuring. Red Storm's last active involvement in the Tom Clancy franchise was with Ghost Recon: Future Soldier in 2012, and its final game was Assassin's Creed Nexus VR.
Ubisoft continues with its cost-cutting program as it cuts 100+ jobs and ends game development at its Tom Clancy studio…
Ubisoft has laid off 105 employees and ceased game development at its Tom Clancy studio, Red Storm Entertainment, as part of ongoing cost-cutting measures. The studio will now focus on Ubisoft's Snowdrop engine and IT support. This marks the third round of layoffs at Red Storm in three years, following similar cuts at other Ubisoft studios.
Ubisoft ends development at Tom Clancy studio Red Storm
Ubisoft is ceasing game development at its Red Storm Entertainment studio, resulting in 105 layoffs. The studio will continue to work on the Snowdrop engine, while previously canceled projects like a Splinter Cell VR game and The Division Heartland are confirmed as defunct. Red Storm, co-founded by Tom Clancy, has a long history with the Tom Clancy's franchise.
Ubisoft reportedly shrinks Tom Clancy studio Red Storm Entertainment, laying off 105 staff
Ubisoft has reportedly shifted its Tom Clancy studio, Red Storm Entertainment, to a tech support role, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. The studio, founded in 1996, will now focus on global IT and Snowdrop support. This move is part of a larger restructuring effort by Ubisoft due to a selective AAA market and competitive shooter landscape.
Ubisoft is Ending Game Development at Tom Clancy Studio Red Storm Entertainment and Laying Off 105
Ubisoft is reportedly ending game development at its Red Storm Entertainment studio, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. The studio will transition to a support role for IT and the company's Snowdrop engine. This move is part of a larger restructuring effort by Ubisoft, which has also led to game cancellations and delays.
Ubisoft lays off 105 people at Red Storm, the studio founded 30 years ago by Tom Clancy, converts it to a support role
Ubisoft has laid off 105 employees at its Red Storm Entertainment studio as part of global cost-cutting measures. The studio, founded 30 years ago by Tom Clancy, will continue to operate but will shift to an IT and Snowdrop engine support role, ceasing game development.
Ubisoft ends game development at Red Storm and lays off 105 workers
Ubisoft has ended active game development at its subsidiary Red Storm Entertainment, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees as part of a global cost-saving initiative. The studio will transition to a support role, focusing on IT and engine development. This move is part of broader restructuring efforts within Ubisoft, which has seen multiple studio closures and layoffs this year.
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Developers from Capcom and Ubisoft expressed surprise at the announcement of DLSS 5, stating they learned about it concurrently with the public. Separately, Micron predicts that driverless cars and humanoid robots will be more significant than PCs or LLMs in the future.
Ubisoft Guts Rainbow Six Studio Red Storm, Laying Off All Developers
Ubisoft has reportedly gutted its veteran studio Red Storm Entertainment, laying off all game developers. The studio will now operate as a support studio for technical elements and Ubisoft's proprietary Snowdrop engine. This move is part of broader cost-cutting measures within Ubisoft, which has also led to project cancellations and staff cuts at other studios.
Ubisoft guts OG Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon studio, laying off 105 developers as Red Storm transitions from game…
Ubisoft has reportedly laid off over 105 developers at Red Storm Entertainment, the studio originally known for creating the Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon series. The studio is transitioning away from game development to become a support studio for Ubisoft's Snowdrop engine.
Ubisoft are ending game development at long-time Tom Clancy studio Red Storm with 105 staff laid off, according to reports
Ubisoft has reportedly laid off 105 game developers at Red Storm Entertainment, repurposing the studio to focus solely on tech support and engine support. This decision follows the cancellation of The Division Heartland and marks a significant shift for the studio founded by Tom Clancy, which previously developed titles like Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon.
Ubisoft Reportedly Guts Red Storm Entertainment, Ceasing Game Development
Ubisoft has reportedly laid off 105 employees at its Red Storm Entertainment studio, leading to the cessation of game development. The studio will now focus on the Snowdrop engine, IT work, and customer relations. Red Storm Entertainment, founded by Tom Clancy, was acquired by Ubisoft in 2000 and has a history of developing Tom Clancy titles.
