Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has released a video statement addressing the stories of toxic culture and sexual harassment at the developer/publisher, which in recent months had led to intense scrutiny within the studio's walls, and the firing of several high-ranking employees.
In the near-four-minute video, Guillemot offers an apology to those affected and hurt by the company's toxic behaviour. "I am truly sorry to everyone who was hurt," says Guillemot. "We have taken significant steps to remove or sanction those who violated our values and code of conduct and we are working now to improve our systems and processes."
Guillemot goes on to state that Ubisoft will work harder to improve diversity and inclusivity at all levels of the company, investing "one million dollars" into its Graduate program over the next five years, and creating more opportunities for under-represented groups "including women and people of colour."
