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Ubisoft appoints former 2K and Amazon exec Christoph Hartmann to lead Creative House 2, overseeing Splinter Cell, The Division and Ghost ReconUbisoft has appointed industry veteran Christoph Hartmann as General Manager of its newly formed Creative House 2. This business unit will oversee major franchises including Splinter Cell, The Division, and Ghost Recon, as well as the recently acquired MOBA game March of Giants. Hartmann previously founded 2K Games and led Amazon's games division.
Aether & Iron Nominated for Best Role-Playing Game at the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards 2026Seismic Squirrel's decopunk noir RPG, Aether & Iron, has been nominated for Best Role-Playing Game at the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards 2026. The game is available on Steam for Windows and MacOS and features writing talent from Mass Effect and Far Cry, with music by Christopher Tin.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsLizzy Caplan has been cast in a starring role opposite Rob Mac in an upcoming project related to Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise. Further details about the project and Caplan's role are expected.
Far Cry TV show casts Cloverfield and Now You See Me star in major roleLizzy Caplan has been cast in an undisclosed role in Noah Hawley's upcoming Far Cry television series for Hulu. The anthology series will feature a new cast and setting each season, based on the popular first-person shooter video game franchise. Rob McElhenney is also attached to star and executive produce.- Far Cry TV Show Adds A Fantastic ActorLizzy Caplan has joined the cast of FX and Hulu's upcoming Far Cry anthology series, becoming the second confirmed cast member alongside Rob McElhenney. Showrunner Noah Hawley stated that the series will engage with the franchise's themes but will not directly adapt specific game stories, aiming for a different approach to drama than traditional video game narratives.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot PassesUbisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot has passed away at the age of 69. He was a key figure in the growth of Ubisoft and also led the Guillemot Corporation, which produced PC, console, and mobile peripherals. Guillemot's passing occurred after the Cessna aircraft he was traveling in crashed.
Tencent Looking to Offload Game Dev Investments, Even at a LossChinese company Tencent is reportedly looking to divest from several of its Japanese game development investments, even if it means taking a financial loss. This move is attributed to the current industry downturn and Tencent's focus on AI development. While specific studios are not all named, Marvelous is mentioned as one of the companies Tencent seeks to exit. Despite these potential sales, Tencent has stated its continued commitment to the video game industry and its presence in the Japanese market.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Plane CrashUbisoft 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.
Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft, dies in plane crashClaude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft and President of Guillemot Corporation, has died at the age of 69 in a plane crash in France. He was instrumental in the founding and growth of Ubisoft, which became a major video game publisher known for franchises like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry.
Uppgift: Ghost Recon har problem, "orealistiska deadlines och dålig planering"Sources claim the next Ghost Recon game, codenamed 'Project OVR', is facing significant development issues including unrealistic deadlines and poor planning, leading to internal goal misses. Ubisoft has reportedly assigned new management to oversee the project, sparking fears of potential reboots, cancellations, and further layoffs within its Paris studio. The company has not commented on the allegations.
Games Inbox: Are the original Halo games still worth playing?Readers discuss the enduring appeal of older Halo titles, with one praising Halo 3's timeless design and soundtrack. Another reader reflects on the evolution of gaming technology and online infrastructure since the original Xbox era. Concerns are also raised about the current state of game pricing and the potential impact of consumer reluctance to buy games at full price.
Ubisoft is reportedly closing two studios and restructuring another, with around 380 people expected to be laid offUbisoft is reportedly closing its Winnipeg and Belgrade studios, impacting around 380 employees. Ubisoft Barcelona will now focus solely on Rainbow Six projects, and other departments, including Global Publishing and Ubisoft Montreal, are also affected by restructuring and layoffs. This marks the third round of job cuts at Ubisoft this year, following earlier reductions at Red Storm Entertainment and other studios.
Summer Game Fest 2026 live report - all the news and announcements from Geoff Keighley's E3 but not E3 showcaseSummer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature a two-hour showcase hosted by Geoff Keighley, promising to reveal the future of video games. Expected announcements include Star Wars: Zero Company, a new Crazy Taxi game, and potential reveals for Guild Wars 3, Persona 6, and Mass Effect 5. The event will cover news and announcements live, with a YouTube stream starting earlier.- Nya Ghost Recon, Far Cry och Assassin's Creed inom tre år, lovar UbisoftUbisoft plans to release three major titles, including new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises, by March 2029. This strategy aims to improve the company's financial standing following a significant net loss and extensive restructuring.
Ubisoft Confirms New Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon Games by 2029Ubisoft has confirmed plans to release new titles in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by fiscal year 2029, aiming to recover from record financial losses. The company also intends to leverage Artificial Intelligence in game development and enhance its live service offerings with titles like Rainbow Six Siege.
Ubisoft confirms new Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon games are in the works and will launch by March 2029, alongside the 'first playable Generative AI experience'Ubisoft has announced plans to release new titles in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by March 2029, aiming for higher quality standards following recent restructuring. The company is also developing its first playable Generative AI experience to enhance player engagement and development efficiency. Despite a projected low point in free cash flow for FY2026-27 due to restructuring costs and a softer release slate, Ubisoft is focused on growing its live service games and delivering new content.
New Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Ghost Recon games will release by early 2029 say Ubisoft, who're also dumping cash into a "first playable generative AI experience"Ubisoft plans to release new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises by early 2029, aiming to revitalize its financial performance. The company is also increasing investment in its "first playable generative AI experience" called Teammates, alongside other AI applications for game development.- Ubisoft Financials Show Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Ghost Recon PlansUbisoft's financial report for the Full-Year 2025-26 indicates that Q4 net bookings exceeded expectations, though they are down 54% year-on-year. The report also outlines plans for the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises.
- Somehow, Ubisoft returned: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Ghost Recon each to get new games despite $1.5 billion lossDespite reporting a $1.5 billion loss, Ubisoft is moving forward with new installments in its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises. The company does not anticipate returning to profitability until the 2027-28 fiscal year.
Beyond Good and Evil 2 and Splinter Cell Missing in Ubisoft's Future PlansUbisoft's recent fiscal year report and conference call omitted any mention of Beyond Good and Evil 2 and the Splinter Cell Remake, despite their long development cycles. The company is focusing its future content pipeline on major brands like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry, alongside live services for Rainbow Six Siege, while anticipating a financially challenging next year.