Key facts
- Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of Ubisoft, died in a plane crash.
- The crash occurred near La Baule airport in western France.
- The aircraft was a twin-motor Cessna 421.
- The flight instructor on board also died.
- An investigation into the crash has been launched.
Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of the global gaming company Ubisoft, known for franchises like Assassin's Creed, died Friday evening in a plane crash in western France. The twin-motor Cessna 421 carrying Guillemot and a flight instructor crashed near La Baule airport as it approached for landing. Both individuals, who were licensed and experienced pilots, perished in the incident.
Authorities confirmed the crash on Saturday, and an investigation into the cause is underway. Ubisoft acknowledged Guillemot's death but offered no further comment. Guillemot, along with four of his brothers, established Ubisoft in 1986. The company is also recognized for its popular game series including Just Dance, Rayman, and Tom Clancy titles.