Ubisoft reportedly considering fresh business to own Assassin's Creed and other big franchises, co-owned by others like Tencent

Ubisoft is considering the launch of a fresh business unit, part-owned by outside companies, that could manage its biggest video game brands.

The move would likely include lucrative franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six and Far Cry.

The company’s next big bet, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, has been delayed twice to ensure it arrives next week in the best possible state.