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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.
Crystal Dynamics Announces A Fourth Round of Layoffs
Crystal Dynamics has conducted its fourth round of layoffs, impacting 20 employees. The studio stated that the upcoming Tomb Raider titles, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst, are unaffected. The remake of the 1996 game is slated for 2026, with the new mainline entry arriving in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
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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Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics has undergone its fourth round of layoffs in a year, though development on a remake and the game Catalyst continues. Separately, Crimson Desert publisher Pearl Abyss saw its stock price fall by nearly 30%.
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.
Ubisoft announces layoffs and the cease of game development at Red Storm Entertainment
Ubisoft 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 - IGN
Ubisoft 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.
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Several gaming news items are covered, including the announcement of Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness coming to Nintendo Switch Online, Netflix's plans for a KPop Demon Hunters world tour, and Aspyr denying the use of generative AI in Tomb Raider Remastered. Additionally, reviews for Crimson Desert are mixed, Crystal Dynamics faces another round of layoffs, and updates are discussed for Fortnite and Counter Strike 2.
Crystal Dynamics 'Fully Committed' to Tomb Raider Franchise Despite Fourth Redundancy Round in 12 Months - IGN
Crystal Dynamics has undergone its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, reducing its workforce by 20 employees. The studio stated it remains fully committed to the future development of the Tomb Raider franchise, including the upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst. This news comes despite the studio's acquisition by Embracer in 2022 and ongoing development of multiple Tomb Raider titles.
"Departures are necessary," Crystal Dynamics say as they yet again lay off Tomb Raider staff, but they're "fully committed" to the reboot and sequel
Crystal Dynamics has announced its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, with 20 staff members being let go. The studio emphasized its commitment to the upcoming Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis. Affected employees will receive severance pay and job-finding assistance.
Tomb Raider studio hit with fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, but remake and Catalyst development continues
Crystal Dynamics has announced its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, impacting 20 employees. The studio assured that development continues on the upcoming Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is slated for release next year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam.
Embracer studio Crystal Dynamics continues steady stream of layoffs
Embracer Group-owned studio Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees, impacting development and central operations staff. This follows previous rounds of job cuts in November 2025 and earlier in 2025 and 2023. The studio reiterated its commitment to upcoming titles Tomb Raider Catalyst and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Ubisoft Just Ceased Game Development At The Studio That Created Rainbow Six - Report
Ubisoft 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.
