Ubisoft Announces 185 Layoffs and Studio Closure in Cost-Cutting Restructuring

The company is closing its Leamington studio and downsizing three others to streamline operations and focus on long-term stability.

Ubisoft is shutting down its Leamington studio in the UK and reducing staff at its Düsseldorf, Stockholm, and Reflections locations, affecting 185 employees.
The restructuring comes as part of efforts to prioritize projects, reduce costs, and save an estimated $206 million.
Ubisoft has faced financial challenges due to underperforming titles like Star Wars Outlaws and delays to major releases such as Assassin's Creed Shadows, now set for March 2025.
The company is reportedly exploring strategic options, including a potential collaboration with Tencent, though no agreements have been finalized.
This move follows previous layoffs in 2024, with Ubisoft's global workforce shrinking significantly over the past year.