Mass strike at Ubisoft: 700 employees against returning to the office
Ubisoft employees in France are on strike to protest the company's new return-to-office policy and demand a pay overhaul.
Strike at Ubisoft
Large-scale protest
A serious conflict is brewing in the ranks of the French division of Ubisoft. More than 700 company employees took part in a three-day protest, expressing disagreement with the new remote work policy and wage issues.
Reasons for dissatisfaction
The catalyst for the protest was the recent decision of Ubisoft management, obliging employees to be present in the office at least three days a week. The requirement has drawn sharp criticism from workers who have become accustomed to the benefits of remote work during the pandemic.
Union reaction
The French gaming industry union STJV has harshly criticized the company's new order. Union representatives described the decision as the “last straw” that broke the employees’ patience. According to information published in Le Monde, STJV initiated the strike after Ubisoft management ignored complaints received.
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- Ubisoft is a large French video game development and publishing company
- STJV - French Gaming Workers' Union
- Le Monde - influential French daily newspaper
- France - a state in Western Europe
- Ubisoft France - the French division of Ubisoft
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More than 700 Ubisoft workers in France have gone on strike for three days in response to the company's demands to return to office work. Employees are in favor of maintaining remote work and reviewing wages.
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Maria
Wow, 700 Ubisoft employees are on strike? This is serious! I wonder how this will affect game development? 🤔
Hans
Yes, Maria, this can greatly delay the release of new projects. But I believe that employees have the right to defend their interests. Remote work is the future!
Sophia
I agree with Hans! Working from home is convenient and efficient. My productivity increased exponentially when I started working remotely. I hope Ubisoft will find a compromise with the employees 🙏
Pierre
Ha! All these remote fashion trends are bullshit. Normal work should be in the office, from 9 to 18. But these hipsters from Ubisoft are just too greedy and don’t want to work like everyone else.
Isabella
Pierre, don't be such a conservative! 😄 The world is changing and companies must adapt. I am confident that Ubisoft will be able to find a balance between the office and remote work that suits everyone.
Aleksander
I wonder how things are going with remote work in game development companies in Poland? Anyone know? Maybe it’s time for us to think about such changes too 🤔
Maria
Aleksander, in Ukraine many IT companies have been practicing the hybrid format for a long time. It's really convenient! I hope Ubisoft will come to this. The main thing is that the quality of the games does not suffer 🎮
Hans
Absolutely agree with Maria! The hybrid format is a great solution. By the way, does anyone know how this situation will affect the release of Assassin's Creed Mirage? 🕹️