Claude Guillemot, 69, co-founder of Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, died in a plane crash in France.
It was reported by Deutsche Welle.
According to preliminary information, the businessman was piloting a Cessna 421 light aircraft himself.
In addition, there was one other person on board, who also died.
In a statement to Le Figaro, Ubisoft confirmed the death of its co-founder.
“Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. We will not be making any further comments at this stage,” the company stated.
In 1986, the five Guillemot brothers, including Claude, founded Ubisoft specifically to develop video games. Ubisoft’s most famous games include Anno, Assassin’s Creed, Driver, Far Cry, Just Dance, Prince of Persia, Rabbids, Rayman, Tom Clancy’s, and Watch Dogs.
In the 2025/26 fiscal year, the company’s revenue totaled EUR 1.4 billion.
Claude Guillemot was a member of the company’s board of directors and had served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) since 2017.
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