Ubisoft continues to face a difficult 2026 as the publisher announces another studio closure and further job cuts. This time, RedLynx, the developer best known for the Trials franchise, is shutting down. Meanwhile, Ubisoft Singapore is also facing significant layoffs.
The restructuring comes during a year filled with cancellations, studio changes, and uncertainty surrounding Ubisoft’s future projects.
RedLynx Closes After More Than 25 Years
RedLynx began developing games in 2000 and became part of Ubisoft in 2011. The Finnish studio built its reputation through the Trials franchise, which combined motorcycle racing with physics-based challenges.
Some of its most recognizable releases include:
- Trials HD
- Trials Evolution
- Trials Fusion
- Trials Rising
The franchise attracted players through its challenging courses, precise controls, and increasingly ridiculous obstacles.
Trials Rising, released in 2019, became the studio’s last major console release.
In recent years, RedLynx shifted toward smaller projects and mobile development. Its work included South Park: Phone Destroyer and Gwen’s Getaway, alongside involvement in a discontinued Google Stadia version of The Division 2.
Ubisoft’s decision to close the studio reportedly affects approximately 52 positions.
For fans of Trials, the closure raises questions about whether the franchise will ever receive another installment.
Ubisoft Singapore Faces Another 70 Job Cuts
RedLynx is not the only studio affected by Ubisoft’s latest restructuring.
Ubisoft Singapore, which worked on Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, is reportedly losing approximately 70 positions.
The layoffs add to the growing number of employees affected by Ubisoft’s restructuring throughout 2026.
Despite the publisher continuing to release major games, the ongoing reductions suggest that Ubisoft is still struggling to establish a sustainable development structure.
Losing experienced developers also raises concerns about the company’s ability to maintain its existing franchises while developing new projects.
Rayman Legends Retold Delayed Until December
Not every Ubisoft announcement involves layoffs or cancellations.
Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 platformer, has received a new release date.
Originally expected in October, the game will now launch on December 3, 2026.
The release will also include a free copy of Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.
This gives longtime Rayman fans two familiar adventures to revisit, with the updated versions introducing the franchise to another generation of players.
The delay is relatively short, although it adds another schedule adjustment to Ubisoft’s already complicated year.
What Does Ubisoft Have Planned for 2027?
With several projects canceled and studios continuing to lose employees, Ubisoft’s confirmed release schedule for 2027 remains relatively thin.
One possible major release is Assassin’s Creed Hexe, although its exact launch window remains unconfirmed.
Ubisoft still owns several recognizable franchises, including Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Rayman, and The Division.
However, maintaining those franchises requires experienced development teams, something the publisher continues to reduce through layoffs and closures.
The situation also raises questions about smaller Ubisoft franchises. Games such as Trials may struggle to return without the teams that originally made them successful.
Another Difficult Chapter for Ubisoft
Ubisoft’s restructuring may be intended to reduce operating costs and improve its long-term financial position. However, the consequences extend beyond the company’s balance sheet.
RedLynx spent more than two decades developing games and building a recognizable identity within the industry. Its closure marks the end of another established development studio.
Meanwhile, additional layoffs at Ubisoft Singapore demonstrate that even teams involved in major franchises are not necessarily protected.
At GamingHQ, we hope the affected developers find new opportunities within the industry.
Cost reductions might help Ubisoft financially, but repeatedly losing experienced developers could create bigger problems in the long run.
For now, Ubisoft’s future remains uncertain, and 2027 will be an important year for the publisher.
