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2026
Just Dance: Decades of Hits Nintendo Switch 2 version set to launch on November 10, 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Ubisoft's Just Dance: Decades of Hits is set to launch on November 10, 2026, approximately four weeks after the game's October 13, 2026 debut on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
2026
Ubisoft cuts 70 positions at its Singapore studio
Ubisoft has cut 70 positions at its Singapore studio. A Ubisoft spokesperson said the reduction comes as part of efforts to "align the studio with production needs", adding that the studio "remains an important part of Ubisoft's global production organisation." In Singapore, the company is working with the Skills & Workforce Development Agency and NTUC's Employment & Employability Institute to support affected team members, including by facilitating job placements. The cuts come as Ubisoft seeks to return to profitability after reporting a net loss of €1.5bn (US$1.68bn) for its 2025-26 financial year.
2026
Red Magic and Ubisoft form deep strategic partnership for Far Cry series optimization
Red Magic has reached a deep strategic partnership with Ubisoft under which the Far Cry (《孤岛惊魂》) game series receives full-chain deep optimization for Red Magic devices; the cooperation was disclosed in the October 15, 2026 coverage of the Red Magic 12 Pro+ launch event.
2026
Ubisoft proposes to close its Finnish studio RedLynx, affecting up to 52 positions
Ubisoft said it has informed teams of a proposal to close its studio in Finland, RedLynx – which is behind the Trials series – subject to the local change negotiation process. The proposed closure is expected to affect up to 52 positions.
2026
Ubisoft launches Just Dance: Decades of Hits on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch
Ubisoft's rhythm game Just Dance: Decades of Hits launched on October 13, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, featuring 35 licensed tracks spanning six decades, smartphone-based motion tracking via the free Just Dance Controller app for up to six local players, Adventure Mode, seated choreography options, Workout Mode, and a unified library across prior Just Dance editions.
2026
Ubisoft soft launches The Player Council platform
Ubisoft announced and soft launched The Player Council at Gamescom 2026, a platform inviting players to test early concepts, prototypes, and live experiences under NDA, starting with four projects including Riders Republic, Atomega, Codename Split Point, and Codename Rook.
2026
Global game industry layoffs exceed 10,000 in 2026
As of mid-August 2026, the global game industry had confirmed 10,618 job cuts across 126 companies, with 29 studios shut down, according to analyst Mike Straw's monthly tracking; Epic Games cut about 1,000 jobs, Bungie about 292 in a third round, and Microsoft Xbox about 1,600 across Obsidian, Bethesda and Id Software studios.
2022
Ubisoft appoints Rainbow Six Siege creative director
Ubisoft appointed Alexander Karpazis as creative director of Rainbow Six Siege, succeeding Leroy Athanassoff, who left the role to pursue other opportunities at Ubisoft.
2021
Ubisoft partners with Digital Schoolhouse to integrate Rabbids Coding into a curriculum
Ubisoft teamed up with UK-based Digital Schoolhouse to integrate the Rabbids Coding app into a curriculum.
2021
Ubisoft announces beta for Quartz NFT platform
Ubisoft announced its Ubisoft Quartz NFT platform, with Ghost Recon Breakpoint as its first supported game. The beta was planned to begin on December 9 in the United States, Canada, Spain, France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Australia, and Brazil.
2021
Ubisoft announces Quartz NFT platform
Ubisoft unveiled Quartz, an NFT platform for its games, and said it would launch on December 9, initially supporting Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint.
2021
Ubisoft appoints Jordan Cohen to lead European live-action film and television
Ubisoft Film & Television announced the appointment of Jordan Cohen as Senior Director of European Live-Action Film and Television. In the role, he will oversee creative development and production of the company's Europe-based film and television projects.
2021
Ubisoft announces Dan Hay's departure
Ubisoft announced that Dan Hay would leave the company on November 12, 2021, after more than 10 years at Ubisoft. The article reports the announcement; it does not establish that the departure had already occurred.
2021
Ubisoft cuts full-year guidance
Ubisoft cut its full-year forecasts as it pushed back three major new releases to the next fiscal year.
2021
Ubisoft expands its Digital Schoolhouse partnership
Ubisoft announced an expansion of its educational partnership with Digital Schoolhouse, including adding a title to Discovery Tour and providing more than 5,000 PC codes to 52 UK schools.
2021
Corsair and Ubisoft partner on Far Cry 6 integration
Corsair announced a partnership with Ubisoft to bring RGB lighting integration through Corsair's iCUE system to Far Cry 6.
2021
Singapore watchdog opens investigation into Ubisoft Singapore
The Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices opened an investigation into Ubisoft Singapore following allegations of workplace discrimination and sexual harassment.
2021
Court rules for Ubisoft in DDoS-related lawsuit
The US Central District Court of California entered a default judgment in Ubisoft's favor against a group accused of selling software used to carry out DDoS attacks in online games. The defendants were ordered to pay Ubisoft $153,094.04 in damages, cease operations, and transfer relevant domains to the company.
2021
Complaint filed against Ubisoft over alleged institutional harassment
Solidaires Informatique and two former Ubisoft employees filed a complaint against Ubisoft in a French court, accusing the company of tolerating sexual harassment. Ubisoft's spokesperson said it had no further details to share about the claim.
2021
For Honor announces Kyoshin as a new playable hero
Ubisoft unveiled Kyoshin as a new playable hero for For Honor and said the character would be available starting the following week.