Ubisoft Cuts 55 Jobs at Massive and Stockholm Studios
Ubisoft has announced plans to cut 55 jobs at its Massive Entertainment studio in Malmö and Ubisoft Stockholm in Sweden. This decision is part of the company’s strategy to reduce its workforce amid ongoing cost-cutting measures.
Impact of Job Cuts on Ubisoft Studios
The proposed reductions are the result of a previous voluntary redundancy program that did not yield the required number of leavers for Ubisoft’s long-term plans. The company informed employees about the potential job losses after developing a clearer organizational roadmap and staffing structure.
Details of the Restructuring
Ubisoft clarified that these job cuts are not related to individual performance or recent project deliveries. Instead, they are part of a broader, strategic restructuring effort aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
- Job Losses: 55 roles affected at Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm.
- Reason: Ongoing cost-cutting and organizational restructuring.
- Program Ineffectiveness: An earlier voluntary redundancy scheme did not meet reduction targets.
Focus on Future Developments
Despite the planned job cuts, Ubisoft insists that the long-term direction for its studios remains intact. The company will continue to spearhead the Tom Clancy’s The Division franchise, including the development of Tom Clancy’s The Division 3 and updates for The Division 2.
Additionally, Massive is working on innovative technology projects, including an undisclosed game that leverages the Snowdrop engine, already used in titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Recent Developments at Ubisoft
Last week, Ubisoft also closed its Canadian mobile studio, Ubisoft Halifax, resulting in 71 job losses. This closure was part of a two-year plan to streamline operations and reduce costs across the company, and it occurred despite a recent unionization vote among the Halifax staff.
Ubisoft’s current restructuring efforts underscore a significant shift in the company’s operational strategy. Going forward, focus will be directed toward maintaining quality and efficiency within their existing franchises and developing new projects.
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