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Ubisoft Buys MOBA ‘March of Giants’ and Amazon GamesMontreal Team, Closing Expected Tuesday

The move underscores Amazon’s retreat from first‑party development, giving Ubisoft veteran talent and Twitch promotion for a potential live‑service push.

Overview

  • Ubisoft is acquiring the March of Giants IP and the entire Amazon Games Montreal team, with the deal slated to close by December 16 and financial terms undisclosed.
  • Creative director Xavier Marquis and production leader Alexandre Parizeau will return to Ubisoft as part of the transition from Amazon.
  • Amazon will continue to support the title through marketing on Twitch after the sale is finalized.
  • Ubisoft plans to place the Montreal group within one of its reorganized internal “creative house” units.
  • Following a successful closed alpha, the team is building a major 2026 update featuring new giants, expanded competitive modes, and systems for long‑term live operations.