Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast Can Ubisoft Recover From This? - Kinda Funny Games Daily 01.22.26
Jan 22, 2026
Joining the discussion is Paris Lilly, a seasoned games commentator known for his insights on the gaming landscape. They dive into Ubisoft's shocking 33% stock drop alongside a major restructuring, exploring its impact on beloved franchises like Splinter Cell and Beyond Good & Evil 2. Paris and the hosts debate the feasibility of Ubisoft's return-to-office policy and its effects on morale. They also discuss the unexpected sales success of Battlefield over Call of Duty and tease exciting updates for Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the upcoming Switch 2.
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Hades 2 Became A Deep Time Sink
- Paris Lilly described being hooked on Hades 2 during holiday break and logging nearly 200 hours.
- He praised Supergiant's real-time-reactive dialogue and named it his Game of the Year.
Radical Restructure After Financial Collapse
- Ubisoft's restructure split creative operations into five 'creative houses' to reclaim creative leadership and cut costs.
- The move followed losses, cancelled projects, and a 33% stock plunge reflecting investor panic.
Host Reaction: Shock And Disappointment
- Paris Lilly reacted that canceling Prince of Persia and other games feels like a gut punch and reflects scary industry times.
- He recalled Ubisoft's 2018 peak with many beloved IPs now contrasted by today's cuts.