A report from Insider Gaming reveals a complete reboot for the Alaskan extraction shooter initially codenamed Project Maverick within the Far Cry universe. Initially planned as a multiplayer expansion for Far Cry 7, internal reviews led Ubisoft to significantly alter development. Despite positive employee and tester feedback, resource allocation shifted primarily to Project Blackbird (Far Cry 7), ultimately ending the multiplayer component when the technical team was reassigned.
Ubisoft Sherbrooke, a studio specializing in development support, now leads the project. Most of the original development team has transitioned to the next Far Cry installment.
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Insider Tom Henderson (mid-December 2024) reports that Far Cry 7 will immerse players in a desperate, high-tension atmosphere where time is the ultimate enemy. The narrative centers on the protagonist's family, kidnapped by a mysterious cult performing horrifying hallucinogen experiments on animals and children. Players must rescue their loved ones within a critical 72 in-game hours (24 real-time hours), making time management a core gameplay mechanic.
A prominent feature is an in-game wristwatch timer, constantly emphasizing the dwindling time limit. This intensifies the pressure, demanding strategic, rapid decision-making. Far Cry 7 promises a unique experience where every second and choice carries significant weight.
