December 17th 2024.
It's been three years since Far Cry 6 was released, so fans have been eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series. And while Assassin's Creed may be the current focus for Ubisoft, a recent leak suggests they are reevaluating their plans for Far Cry before moving forward with the next game.
Unfortunately, 2024 hasn't been a great year for Ubisoft. The company has seen a drop in their share prices, their Star Wars game didn't perform as well as expected, and they have already decided to end support for their game XDefiant, just seven months after its release.
Due to these challenges, there have been discussions about selling the company to Tencent. In the meantime, Ubisoft seems to be putting all their efforts into the Assassin's Creed franchise. After a delay, the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed Shadows is set to be released in February, with plans to release 10 more games in the next five years.
Amidst all of this, it seems that Ubisoft is reevaluating their plans for the next two Far Cry games. A new report suggests that there may be changes to the series' formula and a delay in production.
But what can we expect from these upcoming Far Cry games? As a reminder, Ubisoft is working on two separate projects - a traditional sequel, Far Cry 7, and a multiplayer extraction shooter codenamed Maverick.
According to Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson, both games were originally scheduled for a 2025 release, but a recent report indicates that they have been pushed back to 2026. This may be due to the complexities of developing both games, as well as Ubisoft's desire to break away from the typical Far Cry formula.
This shift can be seen in the premises of both games. Maverick will be the first multiplayer-focused game in the Far Cry series, with a gameplay loop that includes survival elements and harsh weather conditions. On the other hand, Far Cry 7 will feature a 24-hour in-game time limit to save your kidnapped family, with the story changing based on which family members you rescue. This departure from the previous Far Cry games may be a bold move, but it shows that Ubisoft is willing to take risks and try something new.
Additionally, both games will feature an overhaul of the movement system, with new techniques like tactical sprinting, sliding, and vaulting being introduced. And interestingly, Far Cry 7 will also incorporate Maverick's inventory and looting systems, as both games were originally part of one larger project.
After the release of Far Cry 6, Ubisoft claimed that the series had its best year ever in a fiscal report in May 2022. However, their recent actions suggest that it may not have been as successful as they had hoped. There has been no official confirmation of Far Cry 7's existence, and the fate of Maverick seems uncertain, especially with the recent shutdown of XDefiant and layoffs at Ubisoft.
It's too early to predict how these two Far Cry games will perform, but based on recent trends in the gaming industry, it's hard to be optimistic about Maverick's chances. However, only time will tell and we'll have to wait and see what Ubisoft has in store for us with these two highly anticipated games.
In the meantime, fans can stay updated by following Ubisoft on Twitter and signing up for their newsletter. And for those who want to share their thoughts and opinions, they can email the company or leave a comment on their website. It's also easier than ever to submit letters and features through their "Submit Stuff" page.
And for those looking for more Ubisoft games, a new Watch Dogs game has been announced, though it won't be available on consoles. Additionally, a new Rayman game is in the works, with the return of the original creator, Michel Ancel. However, the growing trend of live service games in the industry is a cause for concern for many, as it can often lead to a lack of focus and support for single-player experiences.
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