Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Passes Away at 69
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Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot has died at the age of 69 following a plane crash in France, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the games industry.
Claude Guillemot, one of the foundational figures behind the modern games industry, has died following a plane crash in France. According to a report by Ouest France, originally covered by Eurogamer, the tragic accident occurred on June 19 in La Baule, Brittany, when a Cessna 421 twin-engine registered to Guillemot crashed near a runway. He was 69 years old and was reportedly heading to a local aviation event. Formal identification is still pending following the crash, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals.
Guillemot cemented his legacy in 1986 when he established Ubisoft alongside his four brothers, Christian, Gerard, Michel, and Yves. While his brother Yves took the helm as CEO, Claude served in leadership roles within the broader family business ecosystem and acted as chairperson for Guillemot Corporation. Ubisoft released a formal statement expressing deep sadness over the loss and extending condolences to his family and loved ones.
The passing of Claude Guillemot marks a somber moment for the wider gaming community, especially for players who have watched Ubisoft grow from a family-run French publisher into a global powerhouse shaping major franchises across consoles, PC, and cloud platforms. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. For the full report and ongoing updates, you can read the original coverage on Eurogamer.
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Original article: Eurogamer