French gaming powerhouse Ubisoft has announced an unexpected organizational overhaul, restructuring its operations into five decentralized Creative Houses focused on distinct game genres.
With this move, several projects are affected, including the most anticipated remake of "Prince of Persia."
Major Project Cancellations and Delays
As part of the restructure, Ubisoft has canceled six games, including the long-awaited "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" remake, four unannounced projects, and one mobile title.
Additionally, seven other games will see extended development timelines, with one delayed to fiscal year 2027 to meet higher quality standards.
The Five Creative Houses Explained
Ubisoft detailed the focus of each Creative House. These include the following, according to Variety:
- Creative House 1 (Vantage Studios): Expands major franchises like "Assassin's Creed," "Far Cry," and "Rainbow Six" into billion-dollar brands.
- Creative House 2: Dedicated to competitive and cooperative shooters, including "The Division" and "Ghost Recon."
- Creative House 3: Focuses on live-service experiences, such as "For Honor," "The Crew," and "Riders Republic."
- Creative House 4: Builds immersive fantasy and narrative-driven universes, including "Anno," "Rayman," and "Prince of Persia."
- Creative House 5: Revitalizes Ubisoft's casual and family-friendly portfolio, featuring "Just Dance," "Idle Miner Tycoon," and "Uno."
Focus on Quality, Efficiency, and Cost Control
CEO Yves Guillemot highlighted that rising AAA development costs and stiff competition impact this shift. Furthermore, the new structure centralizes creative and financial oversight, accelerates studio closures where needed, and emphasizes higher-quality releases while maintaining long-term sustainability.
Return to Office and Financial Update
Ubisoft plans a five-day in-office workweek with limited remote options. Financially, the company reported €330 million in quarterly sales, fueled by strategic partnerships and back-catalog performance, with full earnings expected on February 12, 2026.
