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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced was a big hit, and now it's time for big layoffs at the studio that made…
Despite the commercial success of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, Ubisoft has laid off 70 employees at Ubisoft Singapore and is closing Ubisoft Redlynx, impacting up to 52 positions. These actions follow earlier layoffs at Ubisoft Barcelona after the successful launch of Black Flag Resynced, highlighting a trend of job cuts even after strong sales.
Ubisoft’s Latest Restructuring Plan Puts Trials Developer RedLynx On The Chopping Block
Ubisoft is undergoing significant restructuring, which includes a proposal to shut down Trials developer RedLynx and lay off 72 employees at its Ubisoft Singapore studio. The closure of RedLynx, which is currently not working on a new project, is a proposed economic measure affecting its 52 employees. Ubisoft Singapore, the lead developer for Skull and Bones, is also impacted by workforce reductions.
Conclusion of Rockstar's employment tribunal delayed into November, almost day and date with GTA 6's release
The employment tribunal between Rockstar Games and laid-off union members has been extended into November, coinciding with the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The case, which involves allegations of union-busting by Rockstar, will see further witness cross-examination. Separately, Ubisoft announced the closure of RedLynx, developer of the Trials series, and significant layoffs at Ubisoft Singapore, impacting the development of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced.
Ubisoft closing Trials developer RedLynx and downsizing Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced team in Singapore
Ubisoft is closing its Finnish studio RedLynx, the developer behind the Trials series, impacting up to 52 positions. Additionally, 70 roles have been affected at Ubisoft Singapore, the studio behind Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced. These moves are part of a broader reorganization within Ubisoft and contribute to the ongoing trend of video game industry layoffs.
Trials Studio Facing Closure, Ubisoft Singapore to Get Hit by Layoffs Impacting 70 Employees – Rumor
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to close its Finland-based studio RedLynx, known for the Trials franchise, resulting in 52 job cuts. Additionally, Ubisoft Singapore will undergo layoffs impacting 70 employees as part of a larger restructuring effort. These decisions come as Ubisoft aims to streamline operations and manage its workforce effectively.
