Pirat_Nation 🔴(@Pirat_Nation):Ubisoft is facing backlash after reports revealed that it asked journalists to delay reporting on its latest layoffs. The company shared details about the job cuts under an embargo, something common for game announcements but unusual for layoffs. The layoffs affect Ubisoft’s studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade, along with parts of its operations in Barcelona. Hundreds of employees are expected to lose their jobs. Ubisoft said the embargo was meant to give the company time to inform employees and partners before the news became public.

2026.06.12 11:00

Ubisoft is facing backlash after reports revealed that it asked journalists to delay reporting on its latest layoffs. The company shared details about the job cuts under an embargo, something common for game announcements but unusual for layoffs. The layoffs affect Ubisoft’s studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade, along with parts of its operations in Barcelona. Hundreds of employees are expected to lose their jobs. Ubisoft said the embargo was meant to give the company time to inform employees and partners before the news became public.