Ubisoft Layoffs Hit Part of Red Storm Team, Rainbow Six Studio

Ubisoft Reduces Workforce at Red Storm Entertainment, Affecting Quality Control and Tech Departments

Ubisoft confirmed the layoff of 19 employees at its Red Storm Entertainment studio on July 8, 2025. The dismissals primarily affected the quality control, user experience (UX), and technology departments. This decision aligns with Ubisoft’s ongoing global cost-reduction efforts and reflects Red Storm’s current project needs. The company stated its commitment to supporting affected individuals with comprehensive severance packages, extended health plan benefits, and career transition assistance. Red Storm Entertainment, based in Cary, North Carolina, has played a strategic role in the development of several key Ubisoft titles. The studio was instrumental in creating the initial Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon tactical games and served as the main developer for Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier. More recently, Red Storm has contributed to Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, a tactical shooter and a title for which it is particularly known. Its portfolio also includes diversified projects such as Werewolves Within and Star Trek: Bridge Crew.

Ubisoft’s Latest Layoffs Impact Red Storm, Delays and Affects Future Updates of Rainbow Six Siege and VR Projects

These layoffs follow a series of previous cuts linked to the cancellation or postponement of various Ubisoft projects. Red Storm’s past involvement includes virtual reality (VR) projects, such as a Splinter Cell VR game canceled in 2022. The studio also developed The Division Heartland, which was postponed and put on hold in 2024, alongside other Ubisoft reductions. Additionally, Red Storm provided support for XDefiant, a title Ubisoft closed down last month, resulting in further layoffs across several studios, including an earlier, smaller round at Red Storm. With a reduced team, there is a possibility of delays or less content for future updates of Rainbow Six Siege. While future projects for Red Storm Entertainment remain unannounced, the studio is actively recruiting for new roles and is focused on contributing to Ubisoft’s future VR endeavors, including an Assassin’s Creed VR title. The company did not respond to inquiries regarding details about its ongoing projects or total current staff count.

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