Last year, Ubisoft confirmed that it is developing a new Ghost Recon game, but a new report suggests that the project has been troubled and may face a “complete reboot or outright cancellation” if its problems can’t be fixed.
Insider Gaming is reporting that the next Ghost Recon, which is internally known as Project OVR, failed to meet Ubisoft’s objectives during a recent review. Unnamed sources blamed the failure on “unrealistic deadlines and poor planning and management.” According to the report, Ubisoft rejected the alternative production plans proposed by Project OVR’s directors.
In response to the failed review, Ubisoft is reportedly taking a more hands-on approach with Project OVR by bringing in additional executives to oversee the development. The report cites an internal memo that describes Project OVR as having a “strong” foundation, but that may not be enough to prevent the game’s development from being halted or redirected to other projects. Insider Gaming notes that there have already been “silent layoffs” on the Project OVR team, with potentially more soon.
Earlier this week, Ubisoft reportedly shut down studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade whose titles included Rainbow Six Mobile, Far Cry 6, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and support for the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.
During an investor disclosure in May, Ubisoft acknowledged a record €1.3 billion operating loss for its 2025-2026 fiscal year. However, it also touted a potential return to profitability in the 2027-28 and 2028-29 fiscal years because of upcoming titles, including Assassin’s Creed Hexe, a new Far Cry, and the aforementioned Ghost Recon, which will potentially be a first-person shooter.
