Big move from Ubisoft today: The publisher just announced it is creating a whole new studio focused entirely on Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six. Tencent is investing €1.1 billion (about $1.2B USD) into the project for a 25% stake, which means this new entity is already valued at €4 billion.
Yes, that is billion with a B.
The story was first reported by Reuters, who confirmed that the move bundles Ubisoft’s biggest brands and studios into one dedicated company. Tencent’s involvement gives the new studio financial backing, while Ubisoft still keeps full control over creative direction and development.
What Does This Mean for Players?
- Ubisoft is doubling down on Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six
- Expect more consistent updates, expansions, and new titles
- Core dev teams from Montréal, Quebec, Barcelona, and more are all part of the new studio
- Tencent now owns 25%, but Ubisoft still calls the shots
This news comes just days after Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched with a massive debut: over 3 million players in just a few days, making it Ubisoft’s second biggest Day 1 launch ever and their biggest on the PlayStation digital store.
No word yet on what this means for Ubisoft’s other franchises like Ghost Recon, The Division, or Star Wars Outlaws. But it is clear they are putting their focus (and money) into the franchises that deliver.
More details will likely come during Ubisoft’s next earnings call, but for now, this is a huge step forward for their biggest games!