Far Cry’s Future: New Games, New Engine, New Setting

Far Cry’s Future: A Bold New Direction

Ubisoft is shaking things up for the Far Cry franchise. Insider Gaming reports that two new Far Cry games are in development, marking a departure from the series’ established open-world formula.

A New Engine and Two Distinct Games

The next installments, codenamed Blackbird and Maverick, will reportedly utilize Ubisoft’s Snowdrop engine, a change from the Dunia engine used in previous Far Cry titles. Snowdrop powers games like The Division.

Maverick is described as an extraction shooter set in the Alaskan wilderness, pitting players against each other, wildlife, and harsh weather conditions. Blackbird, meanwhile, features a narrative centered around a protagonist rescuing their family from a cult within a 72 in-game hour (24 real-life hour) time limit tracked on their wristwatch.

Shared Mechanics and Development Challenges

Both games share similar movement mechanics, including tactical sprinting, sliding, and vaulting, a result of their shared origins in a project codenamed Talisker. Development complexities have reportedly pushed back the release date from 2025 to 2026.

Ubisoft’s Broader Landscape

These developments come as Ubisoft navigates internal challenges. The Guillemot family, founders of Ubisoft, are working to maintain company control amidst potential buyout talks. The company also recently announced the closure of its XDefiant title in June 2025, while continuing its investment in live-service games.