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United Gaming – Ubisoft is facing a fresh legal challenge, despite its partnership with Tencent to create a new game studio. This collaboration aimed to secure Ubisoft’s position in the market, but the company is now embroiled in controversy. Recently, rumors have surfaced claiming that Marc-Alexis Cote, a former Assassin’s Creed executive, is suing Ubisoft for “constructive dismissal.” Where did this claim originate?
The Origins of the Lawsuit Claim
Marc-Alexis Cote, former Executive Producer of Assassin’s Creed, has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft in the Quebec Superior Court. Cote is seeking $1.3 million CAD (around 15 billion IDR) in damages, along with $75,000 for moral damages. He claims that Ubisoft forced him to resign under unfair conditions, a situation he describes as “constructive dismissal.”
As of January 19, 2026, these claims are still under investigation, and Ubisoft has retained the law firm Fasken to fight the lawsuit. The facts presented so far remain allegations, which will need to be proven in court.
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What Led Marc-Alexis Cote to Sue Ubisoft?
To understand Cote’s legal action, we need to look at the events that led to his departure from Ubisoft. In the summer of 2025, Ubisoft launched a new subsidiary, Vantage Studios, through a partnership with Tencent. This studio was created to focus on some of Ubisoft’s biggest franchises, including Assassin’s Creed.
In October 2025, Ubisoft announced that Cote was leaving the company. They claimed that he had resigned voluntarily. However, Cote insists that his departure was not voluntary but forced by Ubisoft’s actions.
The Disputed Resignation
According to Radio-Canada, Cote had expressed interest in the position of Head of Franchise at Vantage Studios. However, Yves Guillemot, CEO of Ubisoft, rejected Cote’s application, stating that the role required relocation to France, while Cote wanted to stay in Quebec. Instead, Ubisoft offered him a position to lead a smaller studio handling lesser-known franchises. Cote viewed this as a demotion.
When Cote requested two weeks to consider the offer, Ubisoft allegedly announced internally the next day that he had resigned voluntarily. Cote denies this claim and believes Ubisoft made the announcement to avoid paying him severance.
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The Heart of the Constructive Dismissal Claim
Cote’s lawsuit revolves around the concept of “constructive dismissal.” He argues that Ubisoft’s actions, such as denying him a suitable position, effectively forced him to leave the company. He claims that this was a deliberate move by Ubisoft to avoid paying him severance.
At this point, the truth of these allegations remains unclear. No official documents supporting Cote’s claims have been released publicly, and both parties will need to present their evidence in court.
What’s Next for Ubisoft and Marc-Alexis Cote?
The outcome of this lawsuit remains uncertain. Ubisoft has denied the accusations, and the case will proceed through the legal system. If the claims are proven true, it could prompt a closer examination of Ubisoft’s internal practices, especially in light of their recent business strategies.
For now, neither party has released an official statement, and fans will be waiting for further updates as the legal process unfolds.
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