Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has been officially summoned to appear in Bobigny court on October 1, 2025, in connection with a harassment case that continues to shake the French gaming giant.
This development comes after three former Ubisoft executives—Serge Hascoët, Thomas François, and Guillame Patrux—were previously convicted of psychological and sexual harassment, receiving suspended prison sentences and fines.
Union Pushes Case Forward
According to French media outlet BFM TV, the summons was filed by the Solidaires Informatiques union along with four civil parties already involved in the earlier case. While the case was considered “closed” in June 2025, this new move extends the legal battle, this time drawing Ubisoft’s top executive into the spotlight.
Ubisoft Responds to Renewed Scrutiny
In a statement, Ubisoft reaffirmed its readiness to cooperate with the court but emphasized that prosecutors had previously found no compelling reason to charge management or the company. Ubisoft expressed concern that this new summons was essentially a rehash of old issues involving the same parties.
Despite the controversy, Ubisoft continues to stress its efforts to improve workplace culture. Cecile Russeil, Executive VP of Ubisoft, highlighted that the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, and sexism, and is committed to protecting employees.
What This Means for Ubisoft
The case arrives at a delicate time for Ubisoft, whose reputation has been under heavy scrutiny since the first wave of harassment allegations. As the publisher behind major franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, Ubisoft’s actions and the court’s decision will be closely watched by both the gaming industry and the public.
The October 1 trial may serve as a benchmark for whether Ubisoft’s workplace reforms are genuine, or if unresolved internal issues continue to undermine the company’s promises.
