Far Cry 7 is one of the most sought-after releases, but the doubt lies in how high the odds are for it to materialize. Despite being little known to many, the inception of the Far Cry series can be traced back to 2004, when Crytek, a German game developer, launched the first installment. The company was founded by the Yerli brothers: Cevat, Avni, and Faruk. However, after the initial Far Cry game, Crytek ventured into other areas of game development. They also experienced bankruptcy in 2016.
While they might not be as prolific as they once were, they are still active in game development and technology. But that doesn’t mark the end of the series, but a new beginning. Ubisoft realized that the Far Cry series had potential, so they took over the development of the later titles. They have had a hand in both spin-off projects and franchise expansion endeavors. Far Cry 2 adopted a more realistic approach compared to its predecessor. Players were thrust into a war-torn African landscape with dynamic fire propagation and a gritty atmosphere.
Meanwhile, Far Cry 3 revitalized the franchise with RPG elements and memorable characters like the iconic villain, Vaas Montenegro. Far Cry 4 threw players into the Himalayan region and introduced new open-world activities and animal companions. Far Cry 5 shifted the setting to rural Montana, USA, introducing the Resistance system and confronting players with a doomsday cult led by Joseph Seed. Each title in the series has left a lasting impression with its gaming experiences. Read on to find out if Far Cry 7 will carry on the series’ legacy or if it will ever be released.
The Release of Far Cry 7 Might Iron out the Flaws of Far Cry 6
As is often the case with major game releases, Far Cry 6 is not without its issues and backlash from its very own community. Far Cry 6 continues the series’ trend of clichéd narratives that don’t quite match the dynamic gameplay. This also applies to activities and side quests. Although there’s some fun to be had, the repetitive nature of these tasks may feel stale to long-time fans of the series. The game also struggles to strike a balance in its tone, swinging between poignant socio-political critique and instances of outright comedy. The behaviors of NPCs often come across as shallow, thereby making it tough for players to forge genuine connections with them.
Although there are indeed characters that have left a lasting impact, like Dani Rojas and Antón Castillo, players have noted that the rest feel underdeveloped. Far Cry 6 debuts riveting new weapons and warfare features such as Resolver weapons and Supremos, but it falters in how it handles enemy resistance to specific types of ammunition. That means encounters become tedious slogs of attrition and slow down the fluidity of combat. The cumbersome inventory management of the game also detracts from its otherwise enjoyable action.
The removal of the pause function in single-player co-op worsens inventory management issues. As if that’s not enough, platforming mechanics in Far Cry 6 also feel finicky and inconsistent compared to those in previous titles. Climbable objects also have vague indicators that frustrate navigation on the vast map. The Xbox platforms have high-performance capabilities but don’t shield games from technical issues. Far Cry 6 is plagued by technical issues like freezes, crashes, framerate drops, and audio glitches. If Ubisoft moves ahead with Far Cry 7, it’s high time it took heed.
The Devs’ Silence Almost Wipes Out the Chances until Subtle Hints Suggest That Far Cry 7 Might Be in the Works
As things stand, there has been no official release date for Far Cry 7, or confirmation of whether it will even be developed. In 2023, a leaked synopsis allegedly sourced from an insider purportedly disclosed the game’s title, setting, and storyline. But since then, there have been no comments from the developers themselves, neither confirming nor denying the alleged game rumors. Despite the wealth of theories, some have grown skeptical about the likelihood of the title being released shortly.
With the avalanche of game launches, gamers’ attention has swiftly shifted elsewhere. Out of the blue, rumors have suddenly resurfaced because of Ubisoft dropping subtle hints. Geek In Out recently came across job openings posted by the game company for a project dubbed the “Far Cry Project.” That clue may be subtle but is indicative of a hint at a potential revival of the series and is rumored to be Far Cry 7.
If that hasn’t sunk in yet, the open roles are also specific to their Canadian studios, which have been the driving force behind the Far Cry series since Far Cry 2. The release cycle for Far Cry titles has varied somewhat over the years, but generally, there’s been a gap of around 2-3 years between mainline entries in the series. If Far Cry 7 were to be in the works, it might be slated for a 2025 release or later, marking the longest gap. Shifting gears, read here if an Elder Scrolls live-action adaptation ever materializes.
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