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Far Cry 7 Trackers
Everything you need to follow the next Far Cry game — release news, trailers, platforms, story, setting, gameplay, multiplayer, and development updates.
Release Date Tracker
Official status, release window, delays, and Ubisoft statements
Trailer & Reveal
Official trailers, gameplay, screenshots, and showcase news
Platforms & Requirements
Consoles, PC specs, storefronts, and subscription access
Story & Characters
The Beckett family, the Sons of Truth, and campaign roles
Setting & Open World
Map structure, safehouses, traversal, and exploration
Gameplay & Timer
The 72-hour campaign clock, rescues, and interrogations
Multiplayer & Maverick
Co-op reports and the separate Project Maverick game
Engine & News
Snowdrop transition, studios, and latest updates
Latest Updates
Discover the newest guides, tips, and content
Far Cry 7 Map Size: Rumored Settings & Open-World Design
Explore the rumored Far Cry 7 map size, nonlinear setting designs, and how the Beckett family rescue campaign impacts world exploration in Project Blackbird.
Far Cry 7 PS5: Platform Specs, Engine Upgrades & Rumors
Explore Far Cry 7 PS5 details. Track Project Blackbird development, Snowdrop engine upgrades, rumored gameplay mechanics, and release timeline updates.
Far Cry 7 Multiplayer: Project Maverick Leaks & Co-op Details
Explore the latest leaks on Far Cry 7 multiplayer, Project Maverick’s extraction gameplay, the Alaskan setting, and Ubisoft's 2026 release plans.
Far Cry 7 PC: System Requirements, Leaks & Engine Upgrades
Explore Far Cry 7 PC details, including the Snowdrop engine shift, rumored Beckett family campaign, system requirements, and Project Blackbird news.
far cry 7 steam: Release Date, Project Blackbird & Leaks
Track far cry 7 steam availability, release date rumors, Project Blackbird story leaks, and Ubisoft's official development status for 2026.
Far Cry 7: What We Know About Release Date, Story, and Gameplay Leaks
Explore everything we know about Far Cry 7, including the rumored 72-hour timer, Beckett family story, Snowdrop engine shift, and Project Maverick.
Far Cry 7 Updates: Release Date News, Leaks & Gameplay Details
Track the latest Far Cry 7 updates. Explore verified Ubisoft announcements, Project Blackbird leaks, the 72-hour timer, setting rumors, and platforms.
Far Cry 7 Setting: Rumored Maps, Locations, and Open-World Mechanics
Explore the rumored Far Cry 7 setting, featuring a nonlinear campaign map, the Beckett family rescue, and standalone Alaskan wilderness details.
Far Cry 7 Characters: Rumored Cast, Villains & Story Roles
Explore the rumored Far Cry 7 characters, the Beckett family, the Sons of Truth cult, and debunked casting leaks for Project Blackbird.
Far Cry 7 Story: Beckett Family Rescue & Sons of Truth Leaks
Explore the rumored Far Cry 7 story leaks, detailing the Beckett family rescue, the Sons of Truth antagonist group, and the 72-hour campaign timer.
Far Cry 7 Crossplay: Multiplayer and Co-op Feature Outlook
Explore the latest updates on Far Cry 7 crossplay, multiplayer features, co-op systems, and the differences between Project Blackbird and Project Maverick.
Far Cry 7 New England: Setting Rumors and Project Blackbird Analysis
Explore the latest Far Cry 7 New England setting rumors, Project Blackbird gameplay leaks, the 72-hour timer, and Ubisoft development updates.
Far Cry 7 Release Date and Latest Development Updates
Ubisoft has confirmed that two Far Cry projects are in development. A final title, release date, and dedicated reveal for the next mainline game have not been published.
Two Far Cry Projects Enter Development
Reports identified a new mainline Far Cry game and a separate extraction-focused multiplayer project. The mainline project became known as Project Blackbird, while the multiplayer project used the codename Project Maverick.
Development Target Moves to 2026
Project Blackbird and Project Maverick were reported to have moved from an internal 2025 target to 2026 as Ubisoft worked on major changes to the series formula.
More Developers Move to Project Blackbird
Ubisoft transferred developers from the rebooted Project Maverick team to Project Blackbird. Playtesting had begun, with development continuing toward a 2026 launch.
Ubisoft Confirms Two Far Cry Projects
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot stated that the company had two promising Far Cry projects in development under the newly structured Vantage Studios organization.
Release Date Has Not Been Published
Ubisoft has not released a dedicated Far Cry 7 product page, final title, launch date, preorder listing, or official release window.
Far Cry 7 Trailer, Gameplay and Screenshot Tracker
This tracker covers the official announcement trailer, gameplay presentation, screenshots, showcase appearances, and developer updates for the next Far Cry game. Videos using fan-made footage, edited Far Cry clips, or concept trailers are not part of Ubisoft's official reveal campaign.
Official Announcement Trailer
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Ubisoft has not uploaded an announcement trailer carrying the Far Cry 7 name or Project Blackbird codename.
Watch / OpenOfficial Gameplay Reveal
Pending
No official gameplay demonstration, developer walkthrough, or playable presentation has been published.
Watch / OpenOfficial Screenshots and Key Art
Pending
Ubisoft has not released screenshots, cover artwork, character renders, or an official Far Cry 7 logo.
Watch / OpenTwo Far Cry Projects Confirmed
2026-02-20
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot confirmed that two promising Far Cry projects were in development, without revealing their final names or showing footage.
Watch / OpenFar Cry 7 Platforms, PC Requirements and Store Availability
Project Blackbird is being developed as the next mainline Far Cry project and has been associated with Ubisoft's Snowdrop engine. Official hardware requirements, console editions, storefronts, performance modes, cross-play features, and subscription availability have not been listed.
| Platform | Availability | System Requirements | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows PC | Not announced | Minimum and recommended specifications have not been published | CPU, GPU, memory, storage, operating system, DirectX version, ray tracing support, and upscaling options remain unlisted. |
| PlayStation 5 | Not announced | Console specifications do not apply | No PlayStation Store page, performance mode, resolution target, PS5 Pro enhancement, or DualSense feature list has been published. |
| Xbox Series X|S | Not announced | Console specifications do not apply | No Xbox Store page, performance target, Smart Delivery information, or Xbox Play Anywhere support has been published. |
| PlayStation 4 and Xbox One | Not announced | Console specifications do not apply | Ubisoft has not listed previous-generation console versions. |
| Nintendo Platforms | Not announced | Console specifications do not apply | No Nintendo edition, cloud version, or Nintendo eShop listing has been published. |
| Ubisoft+ and Other Subscriptions | Not announced | Subscription details have not been published | Ubisoft has not announced Ubisoft+ access, Xbox Game Pass availability, PlayStation Plus availability, or cloud streaming support. |
| Game Engine | Snowdrop | Final technical targets have not been published | Development reporting identifies Snowdrop as the engine replacing the Dunia technology used by recent mainline Far Cry games. |
Far Cry 7 Story, Characters and Sons of Truth
The reported campaign follows a wealthy family targeted by the Sons of Truth. Its nonlinear rescue structure allows missions and character outcomes to change during the campaign.
The Player Character
The protagonist is a member of a wealthy family whose relatives have been kidnapped. The central objective is to locate and rescue the remaining family members before the campaign timer expires.
The Kidnapped Family
Family members can be rescued in different orders during the nonlinear campaign. Their survival affects the story, and rescuing every family member is tied to full campaign completion.
Sons of Truth
The Sons of Truth is the organization responsible for kidnapping the protagonist's family. The wider campaign objective centers on finding the captives and bringing down the group.
Interrogation Targets
Enemies can be questioned for information about missing family members. Interrogation outcomes vary because targets may provide information, remain silent, give false directions, or escape.
Campaign Timer
The rescue campaign has been described as 72 in-game hours, equivalent to approximately 24 real-time hours. Entering a safehouse pauses the timer while the player prepares for the next operation.
Main Villain
No individual leader or primary villain has been named. The Sons of Truth remains the central antagonist identified in current story details.
Cillian Murphy
The source behind images that triggered casting speculation stated that the Cillian Murphy image did not mean the actor would appear in Far Cry 7.
Far Cry 7 Map, Setting and Open-World Structure
Project Blackbird is being designed as a nonlinear open-world campaign built around rescuing members of the Beckett family. Ubisoft has not published the final country, region, or map name, while the Alaskan wilderness described in earlier coverage belongs to the separate Project Maverick multiplayer game.
The main campaign follows a wealthy family kidnapped by a conspiracy cult connected to hallucinogenic experiments.
- The playable story centers on members of the Beckett family.
- The opposing group has been described as a conspiracy cult.
- The cult's activities include experiments involving hallucinogens, animals, and children.
- Ubisoft has not released an official map name, country, or complete world layout.
Far Cry 7 Gameplay Timer, Rescues and Interrogations
The campaign is structured around rescuing the Beckett family before time expires. Players can choose which rescue targets to pursue, pause the clock at safehouses, and interrogate enemies to locate missing family members.
Campaign Time Limit
The complete rescue campaign takes place across a 72-hour in-game countdown.
Player impact: Players must balance exploration, combat, interrogations, and rescue objectives against the remaining time.
Real-Time Length
The 72-hour game clock corresponds to approximately 24 hours of real gameplay time.
Player impact: Time continues moving while the player operates outside protected safehouses.
Wristwatch Display
The remaining time is represented by a watch worn by the player character.
Player impact: Players can track the campaign clock directly while moving through the world.
Safehouse Pause
Entering a safehouse stops the countdown until the player returns to the active world.
Player impact: Safehouses provide opportunities to plan the next rescue route without losing campaign time.
Nonlinear Objectives
Kidnapped family members do not have to be rescued in a fixed sequence.
Player impact: Players can prioritize targets according to location, available information, and remaining time.
Family Outcomes
Family members can survive or perish depending on the player's progress and choices.
Player impact: Failed rescues alter the campaign outcome and prevent a complete family rescue.
Interrogation Responses
Interrogated enemies can provide useful information, give false answers, refuse to cooperate, or escape.
Player impact: Players must decide whether information is useful before spending limited time following a lead.
Full Completion Goal
Complete campaign progress requires every kidnapped family member to be recovered safely.
Player impact: Efficient routing and successful interrogations are central to reaching the complete ending.
Far Cry 7 Multiplayer, Co-op and Project Maverick
The two Far Cry projects originated from a shared production called Talisker before becoming separate games. Blackbird focuses on the timed family-rescue campaign, while Maverick has been developed around extraction, survival, player competition, and team-based play.
| Feature | Project Blackbird | Project Maverick |
|---|---|---|
| Project Role | The next mainline Far Cry game and the project commonly referred to as Far Cry 7. | A separate multiplayer-focused Far Cry game. |
| Primary Experience | A nonlinear open-world campaign about rescuing the kidnapped Beckett family. | An extraction-based survival shooter built around entering a dangerous region, collecting resources, and escaping safely. |
| Setting | A final map location has not been publicly named. | A fictional Alaskan wilderness featuring severe weather, wild animals, AI soldiers, and rival players. |
| Multiplayer Structure | The current gameplay outline centers on the mainline rescue campaign. | Earlier designs supported solo play and team-based sessions with teammates sharing a Hideout and stored loot. |
| Core Objective | Rescue family members before the 72-hour in-game timer expires. | Gather equipment, complete contracts, survive encounters, and extract with collected resources. |
| Death and Progress | Family losses and failed rescues affect the campaign story. | The earlier extraction design removed carried gear, perks, and levels after death while preserving items stored in the Hideout. |
| Shared Systems | Uses tactical sprinting, sliding, vaulting, expanded looting, and inventory management. | Uses related movement, looting, survival, inventory, and resource-gathering systems. |
| Development Direction | Playtesting began while additional staff were transferred to keep the mainline project moving forward. | Returned to prototyping after an internal reboot and continued as one of Ubisoft's two Far Cry projects. |
| Ubisoft's Multiplayer Strategy | Part of a broader Far Cry pipeline managed within Ubisoft's major-franchise development structure. | Supports Ubisoft's stated goal of making multiplayer a more prominent part of Far Cry's long-term future. |
Far Cry 7 Development, Snowdrop Engine and Latest Updates
Project Blackbird is led by Ubisoft Montreal with support from several Ubisoft studios. Development has included a move away from the Dunia engine, redesigned movement and inventory systems, internal schedule changes, and resources transferred from Project Maverick.
January 26, 2023
Blackbird and Maverick Emerge as Separate Projects
The next mainline Far Cry game became known as Project Blackbird, while the standalone multiplayer project became Project Maverick. Both grew from an earlier shared production called Talisker.
September 27, 2023
Snowdrop Engine and Campaign Systems Detailed
Development information connected Blackbird to Ubisoft Montreal and the Snowdrop engine. The same update outlined the 72-hour in-game timer, safehouse pauses, nonlinear rescues, and interrogation system.
December 16, 2024
Movement and Inventory Overhaul
Blackbird and Maverick were described as moving away from the traditional Far Cry formula with tactical sprinting, sliding, vaulting, updated looting, and expanded inventory systems.
December 16, 2024
Internal Schedule Moves Beyond 2025
Development targets for both projects shifted from 2025 into 2026 as Ubisoft addressed production complexity.
March 4, 2025
Maverick Reboot Sends Resources to Blackbird
Project Maverick returned to prototyping, while developers from its technical team and Ubisoft Berlin were reassigned to Blackbird.
March 4, 2025
Blackbird Playtesting Underway
Project Blackbird entered playtesting with its redesigned gameplay and movement systems. Supporting teams included Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Berlin, Ubisoft Annecy, Red Storm, and the Talisker technical group.
September 11, 2025
Ubisoft Expands Far Cry's Multiplayer Direction
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot stated that multiplayer would become a more prominent part of Far Cry so players could remain engaged for longer periods.
November 13, 2025
Beckett Family and Timer Remain in Development Materials
Development materials linked to the project continued to reference the Beckett family and the 24-real-hour rescue timer.
February 20, 2026
Ubisoft Confirms Two Far Cry Projects
Yves Guillemot confirmed that Ubisoft had two Far Cry projects in development. Project Blackbird remained the mainline title, while Maverick continued as the multiplayer-focused project.
July 2026
Current Public Development Status
Ubisoft continues to list two Far Cry projects in development, while the final titles, launch dates, platforms, trailers, and complete gameplay specifications remain unpublished.