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Ubisoft Launches Subsidiary with Tencent’s €1.16 Billion Investment

3/27/2025

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Ubisoft launched a new subsidiary dedicated to major franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, with Tencent investing €1.16 billion for a 25% stake.
The subsidiary is valued at around €4 billion, focusing on improving game quality and expanding multiplayer offerings.
This partnership aims to help Ubisoft stabilize after recent financial challenges and enhance its agility.
Following the release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which attracted over 3 million players at launch, this initiative marks a significant step forward.

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Ubisoft launched a new subsidiary dedicated to major franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, with Tencent investing €1.16 billion for a 25% stake.
The subsidiary is valued at around €4 billion, focusing on improving game quality and expanding multiplayer offerings.
This partnership aims to help Ubisoft stabilize after recent financial challenges and enhance its agility.
Following the release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which attracted over 3 million players at launch, this initiative marks a significant step forward.