Ubisoft proposes even more layoffs after last week's studio closures and game cancellations
Ubisoft plans to cut up to 200 jobs at its Paris headquarters under France's RCC voluntary process amid studio closures, game cancellations, and a steep stock decline.
The 2025 game industry saw widespread cancellations, mass layoffs, studio closures, and a growing focus on fewer profitable franchises, signaling deep instability.
The 2025 gaming year saw major releases delayed, studio closures, strikes, a 50% Game Pass hike, $80 game pricing, industry takeovers, and shifting consumer behavior.
Warhammer 40K MMO Canceled By Marvel Rivals Publisher
NetEase closed Jackalyptic Games and cancelled its Warhammer 40K MMO while previously shutting down Fantastic Pixel Castle and cutting other development teams.
