Ubisoft has announced the closure of its Finnish studio RedLynx, renowned for the Trials series, and significant layoffs at Ubisoft Singapore, which recently worked on the remake of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag. These moves come as the game industry faces ongoing financial difficulties.
A Ubisoft statement confirmed a proposal to close RedLynx, which could affect up to 52 positions. At Ubisoft Singapore, 70 roles have been impacted as the studio's operations are realigned with future production needs. Ubisoft stated that the Singapore studio remains an important part of its global production network.
Ubisoft Singapore's development of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced was met with critical acclaim, achieving over 3 million sales in its initial week and setting a franchise record for concurrent players on Steam. Prior to this, the studio was involved in the development of Skull and Bones, a pirate game that experienced a prolonged and troubled production.
"We deeply value the contributions of both teams and recognize the impact this may have on our colleagues," Ubisoft stated. "We are committed to supporting our teams throughout this process and conducting it with care and respect."
This decision follows a previous round of layoffs at RedLynx in October 2025, when up to 60 employees were let go, with the studio's focus shifting towards mobile game development. RedLynx, founded in 2000, had released over 30 titles, beginning with the browser-based motorcycle trials game that spawned the long-running franchise. After releasing Trials HD, Trials Evolution, Trials Fusion, and Trials Rising under Ubisoft's ownership since its acquisition in 2011, the studio also contributed to a Stadia port of The Division 2, the mobile title Gwen's Getaway, and served as a support studio for Star Wars: Outlaws.
The closure of RedLynx and the layoffs at Ubisoft Singapore are the latest indicators of Ubisoft's financial challenges. In March 2025, the company established a separate entity for key franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, backed by Tencent. This follows the recent announcement of the shutdown of the mobile game Rainbow Six.