Ubisoft has acquired the Amazon Games Montreal studio and the rights to its upcoming MOBA title, March of Giants, following Amazon's significant cutbacks in its gaming division. The deal includes key developers like former Rainbow Six Siege creative director Xavier Marquis and brings the team back to Ubisoft. Amazon will provide marketing support for the game on Twitch.
Acquisition Details
Ubisoft announced the acquisition of Amazon Games Montreal on December 15, 2025, including the full team and intellectual property rights to March of Giants. The studio, previously focused on the MOBA project, will integrate into one of Ubisoft's Creative Houses as part of the company's reorganization. Terms of the deal remain undisclosed, but it ensures continuity for the game's development.
March of Giants, announced in September 2025, recently completed a closed alpha test. The team is preparing a major update featuring new giants, expanded competitive modes, and systems for long-term growth. Ubisoft sees the title as a fresh entry in the growing MOBA market, projected to double revenues by 2030.
"March of Giants has a real opportunity to bring something fresh and dynamic to players, and to help Ubisoft compete in one of gaming’s biggest arenas," said Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot. Creative Director Xavier Marquis, who returns to Ubisoft after leading Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, added, "Returning to Ubisoft brings things full circle. We built some of our most meaningful work here, and we’re excited to continue developing March of Giants from within Ubisoft."
Amazon's Gaming Cutbacks
The sale follows Amazon's October 2025 decision to reduce its workforce by 14,000, severely impacting its games division. Vice President Steve Boom described halting significant first-party AAA development, particularly MMOs, leading to layoffs in studios like Irvine and San Diego. Ongoing projects such as New World ceased updates, and a Lord of the Rings MMO was reportedly canceled.
"We're proud of what our team in Montreal has built with March of Giants," Boom stated. "We're confident that under Ubisoft’s leadership, the talented developers in Montreal will continue to thrive and create amazing game experiences."
This move allows Ubisoft to bolster its competitive lineup while Amazon shifts focus away from large-scale game development.
