Ubisoft Restarts Project Maverick Development: Rumor

The extraction shooter set in the Far Cry universe and taking place in Alaska has undergone a complete reboot, according to a report by Insider Gaming. Originally codenamed Project Maverick, the game was initially envisioned as a multiplayer expansion for Far Cry 7. However, after an internal review and despite positive feedback from employees and testers, Ubisoft's management decided to pivot. They redirected most of the resources to Project Blackbird, which is Far Cry 7, and reassigned the technical team to other projects, effectively sealing the fate of the multiplayer component.

The responsibility for the project has now shifted to Ubisoft Sherbrooke, a studio known for its expertise in development support. Almost the entire original development team has been reassigned to focus on the next installment of the Far Cry series.

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According to insider Tom Henderson (as of mid-December 2024), Far Cry 7 is set to immerse players in an atmosphere filled with tension and desperation, with time as the primary adversary. The game's narrative will center around the kidnapping of the protagonist's family by a mysterious cult involved in conducting terrifying experiments using hallucinogens on animals and children. Players will be tasked with rescuing their loved ones within a strict 72-hour in-game timeframe, which translates to 24 real-time hours. This time constraint will be a pivotal gameplay element, intensifying the urgency and pressure of the mission.

A unique feature of Far Cry 7 will be a timer displayed on the protagonist's wristwatch, serving as a constant reminder of the ticking clock. This mechanic will enhance the sense of urgency and compel players to make swift, strategic decisions. Far Cry 7 aims to offer a distinctive gaming experience where every second counts, and every decision can lead to significant consequences.