A report from Insider Gaming reveals a complete reboot for the Alaskan extraction shooter initially codenamed Project Maverick and planned as a Far Cry 7 multiplayer expansion. Despite positive internal testing, Ubisoft shifted resources to Project Blackbird (Far Cry 7), ultimately reassigning the core team and effectively ending the multiplayer component. Ubisoft Sherbrooke, a support studio, now oversees the project, while most of the original developers have moved on to the next Far Cry installment.
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According to insider Tom Henderson (mid-December 2024), Far Cry 7 plunges players into a desperate struggle against time. The narrative centers on a protagonist whose family is kidnapped by a mysterious cult performing horrific hallucinogen experiments on animals and children. Players must rescue their family within a 72 in-game hour limit (24 real-time hours), making time management a critical gameplay element.
A prominent feature is an in-game wristwatch timer, constantly emphasizing the urgency and pressure. This mechanic forces quick, strategic decisions, creating a unique and intense experience where every second matters.