This time is undoubtedly one of acquisitions, where it has become an undeniable trend for large companies to take over small studios and franchises, for market dominance to strengthen and promote new lines of business. Recently, it has been revealed that Ubisoft could partner with a private firm to block takeover bids, since it is on the radar of several companies, including Microsoft.
Through a report published by VGC, it has been detailed that Ubisoft would be looking for ways to block possible future acquisitions of third companies, with the intention of remaining independent. The foregoing is completely contradicted by statements made by Yves Guillemot (one of the founders of Ubisoft) earlier this year, who He detailed that if takeover bids did come in, they would be reviewed and considered rather than instantly dismissed.
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Despite all that has been said, the details seem to indicate that the company wants to continue independently, exploring the possibility of partnering with a private equity firm to block any potential future deal. With this move, the Guillemot family hopes to amass enough funds to fully acquire Ubisoft (since they only hold 15.9% of the company’s shares), thus avoiding a future acquisition by a third party.
Pretty rough and tumble ground for all companies and studios these days, as anything could happen with these rapidly occurring changes in the industry. Only time will tell if Ubisoft is actually the next on the list or not, but what is certain is that more changes and acquisitions will come, since this is just beginning.
What do you think will be the next move in the industry?