French Ubisoft workers vote to strike

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French workers at the video game publisher Ubisoft have voted in favor of a three-day strike over the company's handling of layoffs, cost-cutting measures, and plans to require employees to work from the office full-time. The decision comes after recent moves by the company, including shutting down studios and canceling games.

Workers are unhappy with the company's authoritarian approach, citing the recent proposal to cut 200 jobs at its Paris headquarters. The plan was set to be implemented through France's Rupture Conventionnelle Collective (RCC) process, which requires a mutual agreement between the company and labor unions.

In addition, Ubisoft has recently announced that employees will need to return to the office five days per week, despite having previously agreed to two work-from-home days. Many developers are opposed to this move, citing concerns about working conditions and the impact on their personal lives.

The Syndicat des Travailleureuses du Jeu Vidéo (Video Game Worker's Union) has issued a statement calling for a strike to address the company's "penny-pinching" ways and improving working conditions. The union feels that the company's obsession with cost-cutting is being prioritized over employee well-being.

The planned strike, set to take place from February 10th to 12th, marks a significant response from workers at Ubisoft. With six games already canceled and seven others delayed, the situation has become increasingly tense for the video game publisher.
 
omg u can feel the frustration in the air 🤯 like what is going on with ubisoft?? they just shut down studios left & right and then have the nerve to expect workers to be all chill about it? newsflash ubisoft: layoffs are never okay especially when they're done without even a whisper of consideration for those being let go 😔

and now they want us to work from the office 5 days a week after we were already promised two work-from-home days? it's like they're trying to suck every last drop of life outta our employees 🤕 i mean come on, can't they just chill and respect people's boundaries for once?

the whole thing is just so messed up 🙄 the union is right though - ubisoft needs to prioritize employee well-being over cost-cutting measures. like we're not just cogs in a machine or something 💻
 
I'm kinda with the workers on this one 🤔... I mean, who wouldn't want more flexibility in their work schedule? But, at the same time, I get why Ubisoft is trying to cut costs - it's a tough industry and they need to stay afloat. The fact that they're pushing for full-time office work though... that just seems super harsh 💼. And 200 jobs going? That's a big number. Can't say I blame the workers for wanting better working conditions, but maybe they could've found ways to cut costs without affecting so many people 🤷‍♀️. Still, kudos to them for speaking out and taking a stand - gotta support our game devs, right? 👍
 
Ugh, it's like, seriously? Ubisoft can't even get its act together when it comes to treating employees right. I mean, who requires people to work from the office full-time after they were already doing two days of remote work? That's just, like, so not cool. And the layoffs? 200 jobs gone in one day? It's like they're trying to cut costs at the expense of their own people. The union is totally right to call them out on this stuff. And can't they see that all this cost-cutting and layoffs is just gonna hurt the company in the long run?
 
🤔 This whole thing is a classic case of corporate greed vs. worker rights 🤑. I mean, who tries to cut 200 jobs during an economic downturn? It's like they're trying to squeeze every last penny out of those employees without giving them anything in return 💸. And now, they want them to work from the office full-time? Are they serious? 😂 That's just a recipe for burnout and turnover. The French workers are fighting back because they know their rights and they won't be silenced 🗣️. This strike is a great example of the labor movement in action 💪. The question is, what's next for Ubisoft? Are they going to cave to the union demands or try to strong-arm them into submission? Only time will tell ⏰.
 
omg can u believe dis?? 🤯 ubisoft is literally treatin their devs like dirt rn they're cuttin 200 jobs @ paris HQ & makin them go back to the office full-time after already agreein on work-from-home days? like wut kinda company does dat?! 😡 the union is all like "penny-pinching ways" are killin it from a workers perspective & they need some serious changes ASAP 💼👊 i mean i get it, companies gotta make cuts but u cant just crush ur employees' souls in the process 🤕 maybe ubisoft should rethink their priorities lol 👀
 
I'm not buying it... like, I get that companies gotta make cuts, but cutting 200 jobs just because you wanna save a buck? That's some messed up stuff right there 🤑💸. And now they're gonna make us work from the office five days a week? Are they kidding me? We already did two work-from-home days, what changed?

I don't know about these French workers and their union, but it sounds like they're on to something. It's all about prioritizing profits over people, you know? 🤦‍♂️ I mean, can't we just have a happy medium here? Maybe some flexible hours or remote work options? Is that too much to ask?

And what really gets me is that Ubisoft cancelled games and shut down studios... like, who does that? That's not just cost-cutting, that's just plain cruel. 😒 I hope these workers get what they want, because it sounds like they deserve it more than most.
 
🤔 I'm low-key impressed by these French Ubisoft devs for standing up for themselves like that. Like, the company's all about saving cash, but they're neglecting the people who actually make the games happen. It's not just about the money; it's about treating employees with respect and care. 🙌 They deserve better working conditions, more autonomy, and a better work-life balance. The fact that they're organizing a strike shows they're willing to fight for what's right. 💪 Ubisoft needs to listen to their concerns and make some serious changes ASAP! 👊
 
man u gotta feel for these ubisoft devs 🤯 they're getting taken advantage of by their own company, know? all that cost-cutting stuff is just a fancy way of saying "we don't care about your well-being" 💸 and now they wanna make you go back to the office 5 days a week after already giving you 2 work-from-home days? come on! 🤦‍♂️ it's like they're trying to suck the creativity outta ya. and these layoffs, ugh... 200 jobs gone in paris alone? that's devastating for the community 👥 what's gonna happen to those people now? it's not just about the devs, either - all the other staff members are getting screwed too 🤝 so yeah, a strike is definitely warranted here 🚫
 
omg u guys!!! 🤯 i cant belive whats goin on @ ubisoft theyre just bein so harsh on their employees its not fare at all i mean they got this one plan to cut 200 jobs and now they wanna make ppl work from the office full-time?! thats like, way too much lol. and dont even get me started on the fact that they cancelled games 🚫😩 its like, they dont care about their employees or the fans at all. i think its super cool that the union is fightin back tho 👊🏼 they deserve it too! 😊
 
🤔 I think this is a total overreaction by the workers. I mean, they're not getting paid any less or their benefits are gonna be cut just 'cause they have to go to the office three days a week 📚. It's not like they're being forced to live in Paris! And 200 jobs? That's a lot of people losing their jobs but I guess it's all about making some cost-cutting moves 🤑. What really gets me is that Ubisoft made this decision and then expects the workers to just roll with it without any pushback 😐. I think they need to find a better way to handle these issues than going on strike...
 
omg u feel like ubisoft is just being super out of touch with its devs 🤯 like what's next? cutting their hands off to save on paper clips lol seriously though it's crazy that they're pushing back on work-from-home days after everyone was already used to it 👀 and it's not just about the hours, it's about burnout and morale too. i get why the union is fighting for better conditions 🤝 those 200 jobs at paris HQ could've been cut without affecting anyone's life outside of work 🚫 hope the devs come out stronger on the other side 💪
 
Man, this is soooo ridiculous 🤯! Can't they just chill out and treat their employees right? First, they're shutting down studios and canceling games... like, what's the point of even having a company if you're not gonna make any decent games? And now they wanna force everyone to work from the office full-time? Like, don't they know how burnout is a real thing? 😩 I get it, cost-cutting is important and all that jazz... but do they have to be so harsh about it? It's like they're more worried about making some cash than taking care of their employees. And 5 days in the office? That's just crazy talk! 🙄
 
ugh this is so sad 🤕 i feel for all those devs who r struggling 2 make ends meet & are now being asked to work even more hours in an office that s probs not conducive 2 productivity anyway u mean ubisoft wants us 2 be more efficient & productive but r they prioritizing our well-being or just trying 2 save a buck 🤑 it's all about the benjamins, right? 💸
 
OMG, this is totally unfair 🤯! I mean, come on Ubisoft, you're all about the Benjamins 💸 but what about your employees? They're the ones making those games for you to sell 🎮! Cutting 200 jobs and expecting them to work from the office full-time just because? No way 😡. These workers are passionate about their craft and deserve better. The strike is long overdue, imo 👊. Ubisoft needs to listen to its employees and prioritize their well-being over profit margins 💸💖. Maybe it's time for a change in leadership, or at least some serious restructuring 🤝. Whatever happens next, I'm rooting for the workers 🌟! #UbisoftWorkersUnite #FairnessForGamers #UnionPower
 
omg can u beleev these ppl at ubisoft are goin thru so much 🤯 they're all about savin $$$ but 4gettin about the people who actually do the work 🤑 i mean who needs a fancy new game if u gotta sacrifice ur sanity & quality of life? 😩 also whats up wit this full-time office thingy? didn't we already agree on like, two days home? 🤷‍♀️ they should listen 2 their employees & make some changes 👍
 
I'm all about giving Ubisoft a pat on the back for this one 👍. I mean, who needs flexibility in their work schedule when you can just stick to an old-fashioned 5-day workweek? It's like they're trying to bring some stability and structure back into the industry 📅. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good game of "find someone to take your place" when it comes to layoffs? 😂 It's all about creating a sense of community and teamwork... or something 🤷‍♂️. The fact that they're willing to take a hit in terms of profits just to make their employees happy is truly admirable 💸. I mean, what's a little bit of unemployment when it comes to the greater good? 😊
 
I'm so frustrated with this whole thing 🤯. I mean, it's one thing to cut costs, but can't they do it without screwing over their employees? 💸 It's like Ubisoft thinks workers are just replaceable cogs in a machine, not people who have families and lives outside of the office. The idea that they'll be forcing everyone back into the office full-time is just ridiculous 🚫. I've got friends who work at Ubisoft, and they're all worried about how this will affect their mental health and work-life balance.

I also feel bad for the workers in France who are fighting for a better deal 💪. It's not right that they have to go through some kind of union process just to negotiate fair treatment from their employer. Can't companies do what's best for their employees without having to be told how to treat them? 🤷‍♀️ Anyway, I hope the strike goes well and that Ubisoft learns its lesson 💯.
 
I'm actually kinda surprised that the French devs are standin' up for themselves 🤯👊. It's not every day you see workers fightin' for their rights in such a big way. I mean, Ubisoft's had some pretty rough moves recently - shuttin' down studios and cancelin' games left and right... it's like they're just throwin' money at the problem instead of tryin' to solve it 🤑.

I feel bad for the devs who are losin' their jobs or havin' their work hours cut back. It's not like they're askin' for a handout, they're just askin' to be treated with some respect and dignity 💪. And five days a week in the office? That's just plain cruel 😓.

I reckon this strike's gonna make headlines and spark some much-needed conversations about worker rights and corporate accountability 💬. Fingers crossed it all works out for the devs and that Ubisoft comes back with a more balanced approach 🤞
 
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