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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced studio Ubisoft Barcelona goes on three-day strike in protest of layoffs
Ubisoft Barcelona, a studio involved in the development of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, is staging a three-day strike to protest layoffs. Despite the game's success, 51 workers are reportedly impacted by restructuring. Developers are demanding better severance packages and assurances against future job cuts.
"Ubisoft thinks that's what we deserve": Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's release followed by union strike over Ubisoft Barcelona layoffs
Following the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Ubisoft Barcelona is facing a union-organized strike and protests over plans to lay off 51 staff. The union is demanding the cancellation of layoffs, job security guarantees, a return to remote work policies, and promised promotions and pay rises. Developers expressed frustration over the situation, with some highlighting their contributions to the remake before facing redundancy.
