Ubisoft has delayed the release of several upcoming games due to challenges in development, production and distribution caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Far Cry 6 and Rider’s Republic have both been pushed back to later in the year, while no new release date has been given for Rainbow Six Quarantine. The company attributed the delays to the challenges posed by remote working and challenges in distributing physical copies of the games to retailers. While disappointing for fans, Ubisoft said it remains committed to delivering high-quality products, while also prioritizing the health and safety of its employees.
Ubisoft Delays Upcoming Game Releases Due to COVID-19
Introduction
Ubisoft, a leading video game company, has announced delays in the release of their upcoming games due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The company cited challenges in development, production, and distribution as the main reasons for the postponements.
Details on Postponed Games
Among the games that will be delayed are:
- Far Cry 6 – originally scheduled for release on February 18, 2021, it has been pushed back to later in the year
- Rainbow Six Quarantine – no new release date has been given, but the company confirmed that it will not be available in early 2021 as previously announced
- Rider’s Republic – originally set for release on February 25, 2021, it has been delayed to later in the year
Reasons for Delays
Ubisoft noted that the pandemic has created a challenging work environment, particularly for game development studios. The company has had to shift to remote work in many cases, which has caused delays in the production process. There have also been additional challenges in distribution, particularly with delays in getting physical copies of the game to retailers.
Speaking on the delay, a representative from Ubisoft said:
“Our teams are working hard to ensure that players can enjoy the games we’re working on as soon as possible. However, the health and well-being of our employees are our top priority, and we will not rush the production process if it means putting them at risk.”
Impact on Ubisoft
While these delays are certainly disappointing for fans who have been eagerly anticipating these game releases, Ubisoft has emphasized that they remain committed to delivering high-quality products to their players. The company has not announced any delays to its financial earnings forecasts, although the delays could potentially impact the timing of not-yet-announced releases in the future.
It remains to be seen how long the delays will continue as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to create challenges for the gaming industry and other sectors. However, Ubisoft and other companies continue to prioritize the health and safety of their employees and audiences, even as they work to deliver entertainment to an audience that desperately needs it during these difficult times.