Ubisoft’s latest acquisition signals a bold push into the competitive MOBA space, reclaiming Siege’s original creator and taking over Amazon’s Montreal studio and its WWI-inspired 4v4 war title.
Ubisoft Reclaims Familiar Talent in Strategic Acquisition
Ubisoft has officially acquired Amazon Games Montreal along with its in-development war MOBA, March of Giants, in a move that reunites the company with Xavier Marquis, the original creative mind behind Rainbow Six Siege.
- Marquis returns to Ubisoft with producer Alexandre Parizeau, another veteran of Ubisoft Toronto.
- The full development team will stay intact, now operating under the Ubisoft banner.
- Financial details remain undisclosed, but the strategic value of the acquisition is unmistakable.
This marks a significant shift in direction for Ubisoft as it eyes a new generation of competitive multiplayer.
A MOBA With a Military Twist
March of Giants is not your standard fantasy-based MOBA. Designed as a 4v4 warzone-style battler, the game features:
- A steampunk, World War I-inspired setting
- Players commanding massive, mechanized units known as Giants
- Large AI armies clashing across militarized lane-based maps
- A tighter, more tactical take on the genre compared to traditional 5v5 MOBAs
Although it’s still in closed alpha, the game has reportedly shown fresh, genre-blending mechanics that aim to differentiate it from titles like League of Legends or Dota 2.
Amazon Steps Back, But Not Out
While Amazon Games is handing over development control, it isn’t exiting the project entirely. The company will continue to support the game via Twitch, leveraging its massive livestreaming platform for:
- Promotional events
- Streamer-driven betas
- Possibly even Twitch-integrated features that tie viewer interactions to in-game events
This keeps Amazon in the loop, but firmly positions Ubisoft as the game’s creative and operational lead moving forward.
Why It Matters for Ubisoft
For Ubisoft, March of Giants could be a second shot at dominating the competitive multiplayer arena—something Rainbow Six Siege once achieved with major success.
- The return of Xavier Marquis suggests Ubisoft is serious about reinvesting in high-skill, tactical multiplayer games.
- The 4v4 structure aligns with modern esports trends favoring smaller team formats for faster matches and easier viewing.
- The MOBA market, while crowded, still offers room for innovation — especially with a game rooted in military strategy rather than fantasy tropes.
With the right execution, Ubisoft may turn March of Giants into a niche standout or even a sleeper hit in the genre.
What Comes Next?
Although there’s no firm release date, Ubisoft is expected to ramp up development and testing, potentially opening the game to public beta phases in 2026.
- Expect tighter integration with Ubisoft Connect and cross-platform potential, given the company’s broader ecosystem.
- With Amazon still involved via Twitch, streamer-led hype cycles are likely in the near future.
- Ubisoft may also leverage March of Giants as a launchpad for future MOBA-adjacent titles, reinvigorating its presence in the competitive gaming space.
Ubisoft has acquired Amazon’s March of Giants and its Montreal studio, bringing back Rainbow Six Siege creator Xavier Marquis. The 4v4 war MOBA combines steampunk warfare with tactical multiplayer, with Ubisoft now leading development and Amazon staying on board for Twitch-based marketing.
