Ubisoft have this afternoon announced plans to open a Brazilian studio; the new office will mark the firm's first foray into South America.

Sao Paulo, Brazil's economic hub, will be the location of the new facility, noting the concentration of universities, the prominence of the city as a cultural and media hub, as well as the skilled, creative populous.

A team of 20 will kick things off in July, and Ubisoft hope to have a team of 200 within four years.

"The cultural richness of Sao Paulo, coupled with its leading university network will bring a unique set of fresh talent to Ubisoft’s international development community," enthused Christine Burgess-Quémard, executive director of worldwide studios at Ubisoft.

"We look forward to tapping into the exceptional talent in South America in order to continue our global expansion."

More on Ubisoft Sao Paulo as we get it.

By Luke Guttridge