Claude Guillemot, one of the five brothers who founded video game giant Ubisoft in 1986, died in a plane crash near La Baule-Escoublac Airport in western France. He was 65.
Details of the Crash
French authorities confirmed that Guillemot and a flight instructor were killed when their twin-engine Cessna 421 crashed in a field while approaching the airfield. Emergency responders and forensic teams were deployed to the site, and an investigation into the cause of the crash has begun.
Ubisoft confirmed Guillemot's death but did not release further details. The company is expected to release a statement in the coming days.
Who Was Claude Guillemot?
Guillemot was one of the five brothers—alongside Yves, Michel, Gérard, and Christian Guillemot—who founded Ubisoft in 1986. The company grew from a family-run venture into one of the world's most recognized video game publishers, known for franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Just Dance, Rayman, and the Tom Clancy series.
Industry Reaction
News of Guillemot's death has drawn attention across the gaming community, where he was regarded as a pioneering figure behind Ubisoft's rise. Tributes are expected from colleagues, industry stakeholders, and gaming enthusiasts.
Authorities have yet to release findings on the cause of the crash as investigations continue.
