Ubisoft Restarts Project Maverick Development: Rumor

Insider Gaming recently reported that the extraction shooter set in the Far Cry universe, initially taking place in Alaska and codenamed Project Maverick, has been completely rebooted. Originally envisioned as a multiplayer expansion for Far Cry 7, the project underwent significant changes following an internal review. Despite receiving positive feedback from employees and testers, Ubisoft's management decided to shift most resources to Project Blackbird, which is Far Cry 7. The final blow to the multiplayer component came with the reassignment of the technical team to other projects.

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

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According to insider Tom Henderson's report from mid-December 2024, Far Cry 7 is set to immerse players in an atmosphere filled with tension and desperation, where time becomes the main adversary. The game's narrative will center around the protagonist's family being kidnapped by a mysterious conspiracy cult that conducts terrifying experiments with hallucinogens on animals and children. Players will be tasked with rescuing their loved ones within a stringent time limit of 72 in-game hours, 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 not only increase the sense of urgency but also compel players to make swift and strategic decisions. Far Cry 7 aims to offer a distinctive gaming experience where every second is critical, and every decision can lead to significant outcomes.