Topic: studio operations

  • Splinter Cell Remake Still On Despite Ubisoft Layoffs

    Splinter Cell Remake Still On Despite Ubisoft Layoffs

    The Splinter Cell remake is confirmed to still be in active development at Ubisoft Toronto, despite recent layoffs at the studio. Ubisoft eliminated 40 roles at its Toronto studio as part of a broader corporate restructuring and cost-cutting initiative. While the project persists, the workforce r...

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  • Rockstar North Office Safe After Boiler Room Explosion

    Rockstar North Office Safe After Boiler Room Explosion

    An explosion caused by a boiler malfunction occurred at Rockstar North's Edinburgh studio, but all personnel are safe and the studio remains operational. Emergency services responded with multiple fire engines, addressed structural damage, and confirmed there were no injuries from the incident. T...

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  • Explosion Reported at Rockstar North, 'GTA 6' Developer

    Explosion Reported at Rockstar North, 'GTA 6' Developer

    An explosion occurred at Rockstar North's Edinburgh studio due to a boiler malfunction, but there were no injuries reported. The studio remains operational, and there is currently no indication the incident will affect the *Grand Theft Auto VI* development timeline. The event was contained, with ...

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  • Ubisoft Names New CCO in January 2026 Jobs Roundup

    Ubisoft Names New CCO in January 2026 Jobs Roundup

    Major gaming companies like Ubisoft, Paramount, and Microsoft are appointing new executives in communications, games strategy, and governance to drive growth and transformation. Several studios, including Secret Mode, Frontier Developments, and Niantic, are expanding or refreshing their leadershi...

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