The Destiny of The Division 2 continues to oscillate between shadow and light. The game still manages to surprise its fans, but behind the scenes at Ubisoft reveal a more bitter reality.
The publisher seems determined to maintain The Division 2 envy. Six years after its release, the open-shooter in the world open has a second breath with new most unexpected content. This will please many fans. But, during this time, a less glorious event is played internally for Red Storm Entertainment, one of the studios most linked to franchise.
A pleasant surprise for fans of The Division 2
On the side of the game, the good surprise came from nowhere but it should bring a breath of freshness to the title. It is now official: Tom Clancy’s the Division 2 will soon welcome a crossover with Paydaythe famous turning game.
This partnership between Ubisoft and Strabreze Studios takes above all the form of new cosmetics for The Division 2. Thus, your squad will be able to put Skins directly echoing in Payday. Among the accessories offered, we will find the iconic masks of the saga. But that, you will discover it soon enough since the crossover will be launched the July 15, 2025.
A shadow on the board for the studio
However, this collaboration announcement comes when the cleaver has just fallen for Red Storm Entertainment. In a shared press release from IGN, Ubisoft announced that it has made the decision to dismiss 19 employees In this support studio on The Division 2:
Today, Ubisoft has made the decision to delete 19 positions at Red Storm Entertainment. This measure is part of our continuous and targeted efforts to restructure and reduce costs worldwide. It also meets the requirements of the various studio projects. Although this decision was not easy to make, it was necessary given our operational priorities. We remain determined to support the persons concerned by offering them full starting allowances, extended health care services and career transition assistance. We are deeply grateful for their hard work and the impact they had on Ubisoft.
Ubisoft press release.
It is a blow that strikes the studio founded in North Carolina by Tom Clancy in person. Historically, Red Storm Entertainment actively contributes to the Games of the Division, Ghost Reacon or Far Cry. This restructuring may therefore directly affect the projects on which they put the hand. Time is still saving at Ubisoft after Several waves of dismissal in 2024.
Source : IGN.
