Multiple Ubisoft Execs Depart as Company Strengthens Workplace Culture

Nellie Andreeva Co-Editor-in-Chief, TVThe Ellen DeGeneres Show‘s host, Ellen DeGeneres, and studio, Warner Bros., have spoken out about the recent complaints against the workplace environment on the popular daytime syndicated talk show.In a statement on behalf of WB and DeGeneres, the studio confirmed that it has conducted an internal inquiry, interviewing current and former Ellen employees about their experience following a recent BuzzFeed report alleging a toxic work culture on the

Also Read: Former 'Ellen DeGeneres Show' Employees Accuse Producers of Racism, Toxic Work EnvironmentEarlier this week, WarnerMedia began investigating workplace culture at the “Ellen” show following multiple complaints about the show’s toxic environment.Executives from Telepictures, which produces the show, and distributor Warner Bros. TV worked with WarnerMedia’s employee relations group and a third-party firm to conduct the investigation.

Ubisoft has addressed cheating in its new battle royale game, Hyper Scape, which is currently in open beta.In the statement, posted published on the Hyper Scape website, the company directly addresses community feedback regarding an increased number of cheaters and hackers, as well as the steps it is taking to stem the issue.“We want to state firmly that action on this topic is treated with the highest priority on the team, and we fully understand the large disruptive impact upon our players

As the release of “New Mutants” (maybe?) draws nearer, we’ve been finding out more and more about what could have been in the long-delayed last gasp of 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. Speaking in an interview with Slash Film, the film’s director Josh Boone discussed how the critical failure of Bryan Singer’s final entry to the franchise, the often maligned and kind of loopy “X-Men: Apocalypse” lead to changes in his own film.

Ellen DeGeneres Show, the daytime talk show is now the subject of an internal investigation.Variety confirmed on Monday, July 27, that WarnerMedia would be conducting a review of the show amid multiple reports of problematic experiences on set.

Ubisoft has updated fans on the development of its upcoming pirate adventure game, Skull & Bones.During a quarterly earnings call on Wednesday (July 22), CEO Yves Guillemot said that he is “very happy” about the ongoing development for Skull & Bones – as well as the delayed Gods & Monsters.“For the two games, Gods & Monsters and Skull & Bones, they are well on the way and they are performing very well, so we are very happy with the way it’s going on those two games,” he said, as reported by

Ubisoft has confirmed that it will not be raising the prices for next-gen games being released later this year.CEO Yves Guillemot announced the pricing move during an earnings call with investors. “For the Christmas games, we plan to come with the same price as the previous generation of consoles.

Ubisoft will be releasing its next digital showcase this September, giving fans a further look into the company’s future.It was announced during the first Ubisoft Forward event that another showcase would be coming and the news of when came today (July 22) from the company’s quarterly financial earnings call.

yet another damning story relating to the comedian.The former employee was among 11 mostly former staffers who detailed horror stories from the “toxic” work environment at the show in a Buzzfeed article Thursday, pulling the curtain back on the cheery comedic host.The woman, who the outlet didn’t identify by name, said she dealt with racism throughout her year-and-a-half tenure on the show.When she was hired, she said a senior-level producer told her and another black employee, “Oh wow, you both

Ubisoft has taken the decision to remove the perk of being able to access Watch Dogs: Legion three days early with its special editions.In recent years the company has incorporated a new strategy which revolves around allowing players to access certain games a few days earlier. The ability to do this was locked behind special editions of the game which were more expensive.Originally, Watch Dogs: Legion was intended to follow the same business model.

Ubisoft has reportedly rebooted development on Skull & Bones, its much-anticipated open-world pirate game.The title was supposed to expand on the naval battle gameplay found in Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag, with a full single player campaign, 5v5 co-op mode and customisable ships, among other features.

Ubisoft has announced that its free-to-play 2D brawler Brawlhalla will be released on mobile platforms in August.The iOS and Android ports of Brawlhalla was revealed during the publisher’s Ubisoft Forward presentation on July 12.

Ubisoft has announced the release date for its upcoming mobile game, Tom Clancy’s Elite Squad.The will launch worldwide on August 27 for iOS and Android devices.

Ubisoft recently released its own take on the battle royale genre with Hyper Scape and the game is now available as part of an open beta for PC players.The announcement was made during the Ubisoft Forward presentation and came packed with two brand-new trailers. A technical test for Hyper Scape began on July 2, but now the game is available free-to-play for PC players as it enters early access.

Watch Dogs: Legion has received a new release date and fans won’t have to wait long.Ubisoft‘s upcoming open-world adventure will be released on October 29 for PC, PS4, Xbox One and Google Stadia.

Brandon Choe Photo EditorUbisoft announced today three high-ranking executives have stepped down. The decision comes following an internal investigation in response to a string of allegations of sexual misconduct and toxic culture throughout the company.Chief Creative Officer Serge Hascoët is resigning from his position effective immediately.

Tom Grater International Film ReporterEXCLUSIVE: Leading Russian animation outfit Riki Group has signed a deal with Beijing-based producer and distributor Joy Culture and Chinese platform Tencent Video to partner on season four of animated series The Fixies.Following its acquisition of the show’s third season, Tencent will now invest in the production of 52 new episodes of the series, which follows the comical misadventures of Tom Thomas and his secret friendship with Simka and Nolik, two young

Ubisoft Toronto, has resigned from his position following a wave of assault and sexual harassment allegations against him.A Kotaku report, which was published on Monday (July 7), detailed the allegations against Béland.

Ubisoft will be hosting a livestream that aims to showcase the company’s upcoming releases as well as updates on older titles.Check out the lineup trailer below:Before the main show, viewers can also jump into a pre-show with the Ubisoft News team as they stream the racing game Trackmania, along with providing a look at updates for past games such as Ghost Recon: Breakpoint and Just Dance 2020.