Ubisoft says Splinter Cell remake continues amid Toronto layoffs

Ubisoft is cutting 40 roles at its Toronto studio, the team behind Watch Dogs, Splinter Cell Blacklist and Far Cry 6. The move is part of a wider corporate restructure that began last year following a $1.25 billion investment from Tencent that resulted in shared control over some of Ubisoft’s franchises.

The Splinter Cell remake, first announced in 2021, remains in active development despite the layoffs, Ubisoft says. The project will continue but will have fewer people working on it than before. “Following the recent announcement of the final phase of Ubisoft’s global cost-savings plan and the discontinuation of projects, Ubisoft Toronto will be reducing its workforce by 40 roles.

This decision was not taken lightly and does not in any way reflect the talent, dedication, or contributions of the individuals affected. Our priority now is to support them through this transition with comprehensive severance packages and robust career placement assistance,” Ubisoft said.

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