The End of the Road for "Sands of Time"
As part of a "final" round of cost-cutting measures, Ubisoft confirmed the cancellation of six high-profile projects. The most devastating blow for fans is the outright cancellation of the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake, a title that had been trapped in development hell for years. Along with it, four unannounced titles and a mobile game were scrapped as they failed to meet the company’s new "enhanced quality standards."
Studios Shutting Down
The restructuring isn't just affecting code; it’s affecting lives. Ubisoft is officially closing its studios in Stockholm and Halifax (Canada), while multiple other locations, including Abu Dhabi and Malmö, are undergoing severe "rightsizing." The company expects a staggering €1 billion operating loss for the 2026 financial year.
A New Future: The "Creative Houses"
In a desperate bid to regain its creative edge, CEO Yves Guillemot announced that Ubisoft will reorganize into five autonomous "Creative Houses." Each house will focus on specific genres, with the primary goal of turning core franchises like Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six into consistent "billion-dollar brands."
TileTechZone Verdict:
Ubisoft is no longer the untouchable titan it once was. With a market value that has shrunk from €11 billion to roughly €616 million in less than a decade, the company is fighting for its survival. Whether this radical restructuring can save the creators of our favorite open worlds remains to be seen.
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