Ubisoft has commenced a voluntary redundancy process at its Paris headquarters, proposing the elimination of up to 200 positions. This move is part of a broader restructuring plan aimed at reducing costs and streamlining operations. The company has entered negotiations with French unions for a "Rupture Conventionnelle Collective" (RCC), a collective, voluntary mutual termination agreement that allows for workforce reductions through union negotiation. No final decisions will be made until a collective agreement is reached with employee representatives and validated by French authorities. The proposal applies exclusively to Ubisoft International employees under French contracts and has no impact on other French entities or Ubisoft teams worldwide. (gamespot.com)
This development follows Ubisoft's recent announcement of a major restructuring, which includes the cancellation of six games, such as the "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" remake, and the delay of seven others. Additionally, the company has mandated a return-to-office policy, requiring all employees to work on-site five days a week, a decision that has faced criticism from unions and employees. (pcgamer.com)
In response to the proposed redundancies, unions representing Ubisoft employees have unanimously agreed to organize a strike from February 10 to 12, 2026. The unions plan to coordinate with international counterparts to raise awareness of the situation on a global scale. (insider-gaming.com)
Ubisoft's restructuring efforts are part of a broader strategy to reduce fixed costs by €200 million over the next two years. The company has also announced the closure of its Stockholm and Halifax studios and the cancellation of several projects. (cincodias.elpais.com)
As of now, no final decisions have been made regarding the proposed redundancies, and the company continues to engage in discussions with employee representatives and unions.
Ubisoft's Restructuring and Proposed Redundancies Spark Unions' Strike Action:
- Don't call it a layoff: Ubisoft issues a full return-to-office order for all employees as it confirms more studio closures are coming, Published on Wednesday, January 21
- Ubisoft vive la peor sesión en Bolsa de su historia: se desploma un 39% tras recortar previsiones y cancelar seis juegos, Published on Thursday, January 22