Tencent is investing €1.16 billion in Ubisoft, buying a 25% stake. This deal aims to help Ubisoft with its financial struggles. The new company will focus on a few popular game franchises.
Some Ubisoft employees are worried about their jobs. They think the new company will only care about games like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six. Marie-Sophie de Waubert, a Ubisoft employee, says she’s unsure about her job’s future. She doesn’t work on those popular games and fears others might be less important.
Another employee is working on a secret project. They’re doing their job as usual, but they’re unsure what will happen next. They want the company to be clearer with employees before announcing big deals.
The deal between Ubisoft and Tencent should be finished by the end of 2025.
What’s next for Ubisoft?
The partnership has sparked concerns among employees. Some feel uncertain about their roles, especially those not working on popular games.
- Employees want clarity on their job security
- Concerns about the focus on a few game franchises
- Uncertainty about the future of other games and employees