Ubisoft Crisis 2026: Prince of Persia Remake Cancelled + 5 Games Axed, Studios Closed, Stock Crashes 39%
January 22, 2026 — Ubisoft revealed a massive organizational overhaul to refocus after years of challenges. Six games cancelled (including Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake), two studios closed, €1B operating loss projected, stock down up to 39%.
Real-time stock chart from announcement day
Key Financial Impact
Expected €1 billion operating loss for FY ending March 2026, including €650 million write-down.
Net bookings cut to €1.5 billion (€330M lower than prior guidance).
€500 million cost savings planned, fixed costs to €1.25 billion by March 2028.
Cancelled Games
- Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake — dead after repeated delays
- Three unannounced new IPs
- One additional unannounced project
- One mobile title
Seven other titles delayed for quality.
Last official look at the remake
Studio Closures
- Ubisoft Halifax (Canada)
- Ubisoft Stockholm (Sweden)
Restructurings: Abu Dhabi, Helsinki, Malmö.
CEO Statement
“Today’s market environment requires that the Group step-changes how it is organized and operates... this reset will strengthen the Group and enable it to renew with sustainable growth and robust cash generation.”
— Yves Guillemot
Future Plans
Shift to five Creative Houses focused on Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Rainbow Six.
Core franchise focus for recovery