Ubisoft Barcelona to Strike Following Latest Restructuring Which Will Layoff 51 Developers
Ubisoft Barcelona employees have announced a strike campaign in response to planned layoffs affecting 51 staff members—approximately 28% of the studio’s workforce. The action was coordinated through the Video Game Union Coordinating Committee and consists of six strikes scheduled for afternoons on Tuesdays and Thursdays spanning three weeks, from June 30 through July 16.
The strikes represent employee resistance to Ubisoft’s latest restructuring initiative announced earlier this month. Workers have outlined two primary demands: a new continuity mandate through binding negotiations to guarantee the permanence of the 51 affected employees, and a firm commitment to robust job protection measures.
This action reflects broader tensions within the gaming industry regarding workforce stability and studio restructuring practices. The organized strike campaign suggests significant employee solidarity and coordination in response to the layoffs, with the union-backed effort aiming to leverage collective pressure during negotiations with Ubisoft management. The timing and scale of the strikes indicate a sustained campaign rather than a one-time demonstration, signaling workers’ determination to address the proposed cuts.