The Division: Heartland
News, coverage and analysis tracking The Division: Heartland across the outlets.
Dragon Quest 11 S gets rated for Switch 2, potentially giving Square Enix a fifth bite of the appleA rating for Dragon Quest 11 S on the Nintendo Switch 2 has surfaced in Taiwan, suggesting Square Enix may be planning another port of the popular JRPG. This follows previous ratings for other games on the unreleased hardware. Dragon Quest 11 S was originally released on Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation 4 before receiving an enhanced version on Nintendo Switch.
“We still want to be a true Division game,” says The Division Resurgence’s executive producerThe executive producer of The Division Resurgence stated the team's goal is to maintain the game's identity as a true Division title. However, a player criticizes the mobile game's cluttered interface and rewards, comparing it unfavorably to the failed Division: Heartland and accusing Ubisoft of prioritizing microtransactions like XP boosters.
"We aren't just still going, we are growing." How The Division 2 has attracted more players than ever seven years on from releaseSeven years after its release, The Division 2 is experiencing a resurgence in player count, attributed to strong live service support and community engagement. Developers at Ubisoft Massive emphasize the importance of listening to players and investing in technology to maintain the game's longevity and ambitious content roadmap, which now includes The Division 3.
The Division 3 Losing Top Boss Is No Big Deal, Ubisoft Says; Confirms Division 2 Won't Go FreeUbisoft assures players that The Division 3 will proceed as planned despite the departure of executive producer Julian Gerighty, with senior producer Fredrik Brönjemark stating the roadmap is secure. The company also confirmed that The Division 2 will not transition to a free-to-play model, as it would require design changes Ubisoft is unwilling to make. Additionally, Ubisoft discussed the ongoing growth of The Division franchise, including the recent launch of The Division Resurgence and the cancellation of The Division Heartland.
Red Storm Entertainment Was Working on 10 Games Before Development Team Was Laid Off – RumorUbisoft's Red Storm Entertainment reportedly had 10 games in development before its development team was laid off, with projects ranging from support for live-service titles like Brawlhalla and Rainbow Six Siege to unannounced concepts. The studio has been refocused to support the Snowdrop Engine and serve as a global IT team following the layoffs, which affected 105 employees.
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 StormUbisoft 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 staffUbisoft 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 105Ubisoft 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 ends game development at Red Storm and lays off 105 workersUbisoft 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.
Ubisoft Guts Rainbow Six Studio Red Storm, Laying Off All DevelopersUbisoft 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 are ending game development at long-time Tom Clancy studio Red Storm with 105 staff laid off, according to reportsUbisoft 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 DevelopmentUbisoft 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.
Ubisoft announces layoffs and the cease of game development at Red Storm EntertainmentUbisoft has announced significant cost-cutting measures, including 105 layoffs and the cessation of game development at its Red Storm Entertainment studio. The studio will now focus on the Snowdrop engine, IT, and customer relations. Separately, indie publisher Playstack, owned by TruFin, reported strong financial performance with over 85% of its published games achieving a positive return on investment, largely driven by the success of Balatro.
Ubisoft Laying Off 100+ Staff and Ending Game Development at Ghost Recon Studio Red Storm Entertainment - IGNUbisoft has laid off over 100 employees at Red Storm Entertainment, a studio known for its work on Tom Clancy titles like Ghost Recon and Rainbow Six. The company is also ending game development at the studio, which will now focus on technical work. This is the latest in a series of cost-cutting measures and layoffs across Ubisoft, which has also recently canceled multiple games and closed other studios.
Ubisoft Just Ceased Game Development At The Studio That Created Rainbow Six - ReportUbisoft subsidiary Red Storm Entertainment has reportedly laid off over 100 developers and ceased active game development. The studio, co-founded by Tom Clancy and known for creating the Rainbow Six series, will now focus on supporting the Snowdrop game engine, IT services, and customer relations. This shift follows the cancellation of The Division Heartland and a Splinter Cell VR game, and the underperformance of Assassin's Creed Nexus VR.- Red Storm Entertainment Suffers 105 Layoffs, Turned Into Support Studio – RumorRed Storm Entertainment has reportedly undergone 105 layoffs and has been transitioned into a support studio for Ubisoft's Snowdrop Engine and IT operations. The studio, known for its work on the Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon series, will no longer develop its own games. This move is likely part of Ubisoft's broader restructuring efforts.
- The Division 2 is getting new DLC, a new Incursion and crossplay through 10th anniversary yearUbisoft has announced a significant Year 8 support plan for The Division 2, coinciding with the series' 10th anniversary. The update includes a new Incursion raid, a new DLC, and the long-awaited addition of crossplay across platforms. The Year 8 content will roll out through several seasons, starting with 'Rise Up' in April, featuring PvP balancing, new story missions, and a return to survival elements.
Ubisoft got it wrong. The company won't stop making AAA gamesUbisoft clarified that despite reports, the company will not stop making AAA games. While Ubisoft plans to invest more in shareware projects and microtransactions, it will continue to release premium titles such as Far Cry 6 and Skull and Bones. The Division: Heartland is highlighted as an upcoming shareware title.