Ubisoft Restructures U.S. Operations, Reduces 45 Positions

In a significant move, Ubisoft, the renowned French publishing powerhouse, has announced a reduction of 45 positions within its U.S. operations. This decision, first brought to light by Bloomberg, primarily affects employees at Red Storm Entertainment, located in Cary, North Carolina, as well as at the company’s San Francisco office.

Details of the Restructuring

While the specific departments impacted by these layoffs remain unclear, an Ubisoft representative confirmed the restructuring to IGN, stating, “Yesterday Ubisoft San Francisco and Red Storm Entertainment informed their teams of a restructuring that resulted in 45 employees leaving Ubisoft.”

This challenging yet strategic decision was made to better align the organizational structure of these studios with their future business and development goals. The company has expressed its commitment to supporting those affected by the layoffs, offering severance packages and career assistance to help ease the transition.

Red Storm Entertainment, known for its involvement in developing the mobile title The Division: Heartland, faced a setback earlier this year when the project was ultimately canceled in May. Meanwhile, Ubisoft San Francisco is currently focused on the development of the free-to-play shooter, XDefiant.

As the gaming industry continues to evolve, Ubisoft’s restructuring efforts reflect a broader trend of adaptation and realignment within the sector, aiming to position itself for future growth and innovation.

When is xdefiant coming out?

As of my knowledge cutoff in October 2021, Ubisoft has not announced an official release date for XDefiant. The game is expected to be launched sometime after its various beta tests, which began in 2021. For the latest information on the release date, please check the official Ubisoft announcements or the XDefiant website.

How to get xdefiant twitch drop?

To get XDefiant Twitch drops, you need to link your Ubisoft account with your Twitch account. First, go to the Twitch Drops page and click 'Link Accounts.' Sign in with your Ubisoft credentials. Then, watch eligible XDefiant streams on Twitch. Make sure the streams have drops enabled. Once you’ve watched for the required duration, you'll receive an in-game reward, which will appear in your game inventory.