The Far Cry universe's extraction shooter, set in Alaska, has undergone a full reboot according to Insider Gaming. Originally codenamed Project Maverick, the game started as a Far Cry 7 multiplayer expansion but saw major revisions after internal review. Despite favorable internal testing feedback, Ubisoft redirected resources to Project Blackbird (Far Cry 7), ultimately dismantling the multiplayer team after technical staff reassignments.
Ubisoft Sherbrooke—a support-focused studio—now oversees the project, while nearly all original developers transitioned to the next Far Cry title.
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Insider Tom Henderson (December 2024) reveals Far Cry 7 will thrust players into a high-stakes race against time. The narrative follows a protagonist whose family is abducted by a shadowy cult conducting hallucinogenic experiments on children and animals. With just 72 in-game hours (24 real-time hours) to stage a rescue, time management becomes central to gameplay.
A wristwatch-mounted timer will intensify pressure, demanding rapid tactical choices. This mechanic aims to create an immersive experience where every decision carries weight—transforming seconds into critical resources.
