A Legacy of Innovation: Celebrating the Life and Contributions of Claude Guillemot

This unfortunate event marks a great loss for the gaming world and for those connected with one of its most influential families. The news touches many who valued both the personal and professional contributions made over decades in the industry.

Claude Guillemot, who held the post of Executive Vice-President of Operations at Ubisoft, passed away at the age of 69 in an aviation incident. The accident involved the light aircraft he was piloting during a training session that went disastrously wrong near La Baule airport in the He is originally from the Pays de la Loire area in France was accompanied by a flight instructor, whose identity remains confidential.

Guillemot was instrumental in building the Ubisoft legacy. As one of the five brothers who started the venture in 1986, his leadership helped transform a modest shop from 1984 into a globally recognized conglomerate during the 1990s and 2000s. His efforts were fundamental for the company’s rise to prominence in the industry, with popular creations such as Assassin’s Creed, Prince of Persia, Rabbids, Rayman, Just Dance, and Rainbow Six forming part of its impressive portfolio.

When the incident unfolded, he pressed on to contribute to Ubisoft as the Executive Vice-He was appointed as President of Operations; concurrently, he also fulfilled the role of… the CEO of Trustmaster and Hercules, both companies Renowned for their specialized proficiency in selling PC peripherals.

The community extends its heartfelt sympathy to his family and close ones during this challenging period.