In a revealing interview with Variety, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot addressed the company's future, his own leadership position, and confirmed that multiple Far Cry titles are currently in development. The discussion covered Ubisoft's recent restructuring, ongoing job cuts—including 40 positions eliminated overnight—and employee strikes that have led to calls for his resignation.
Guillemot also faced questions about the appointment of his son, Charlie Guillemot, as co-CEO of Vantage Studios, the division now managing key franchises like Far Cry and Assassin's Creed. He defended the decision, stating, "Ubisoft was founded as a family company, and our heritage allows us to focus on long-term growth, creativity, and continuity rather than short-term cycles. I firmly believe Christophe Derennes and Charlie are the right leaders for Vantage Studios, bringing complementary skills and experience to the role."
On the gaming front, Guillemot revealed, "Anticipation for Far Cry is high, and we have two very promising projects in development." He offered no further details, but the last installment, Far Cry 6, released in 2021, and reports suggest the next entry may significantly evolve the series' formula. For Assassin's Creed, he mentioned "several titles" in the works, including single-player and multiplayer experiences. This follows Ubisoft's 2022 announcements of games like the now-released Assassin's Creed Shadows, the witchcraft-themed Assassin's Creed: Hexe, and the multiplayer project Invictus, with a remake of Black Flag also highly anticipated.
When asked about the canceled Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake, Guillemot provided no specifics on its progress, though development spanned about five years, and an actress involved claimed to have lost three years of work. Addressing employee concerns over job cuts and welfare, he acknowledged, "I fully understand the legitimate concerns of our teams globally. Ubisoft is undergoing a major transformation that affects our organization, operations, and culture, which naturally creates tension. My commitment is to listen, lead responsibly, and keep our teams engaged. We operate in a highly competitive industry, and delivering quality games requires strong alignment and execution."
Guillemot did not directly respond to resignation calls but emphasized his focus on Ubisoft's transformation, long-term financial stability, and delivering top-tier games. He concluded, "My main priorities are ensuring our transformation, securing Ubisoft's financial sustainability, and maintaining the highest standards in our game releases."
