Ubisoft’s Strike Crisis: Cancellations, Layoffs, and the Future of Assassin’s Creed
French unions announce a strike as Ubisoft cancels Prince of Persia and slashes nearly 20% of its Paris workforce.
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Show Notes
A massive shakeup is hitting the French gaming giant Ubisoft. With six games canceled—including the long-awaited Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake—and 200 layoffs looming at their Paris headquarters, the French video game makers union is officially calling for a strike. We break down the impact on upcoming titles, the closure of international studios, and what this means for the future of mega-franchises like Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six Siege, and The Division.
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