Ubisoft Faces Turmoil: XDefiant Shutdown and Studio Closures Announced

Ubisoft's free-to-play shooter XDefiant is shutting down, marking another setback for the company in a challenging year. Despite initial plans for continued development, low player counts and strategic missteps, such as not launching on Steam, led to its closure. This reflects broader difficulties in the competitive multiplayer shooter market, where new games struggle to compete with established titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty. Ubisoft's struggles in 2024 also include underperforming titles and financial challenges, further compounding its woes.