Ubisoft’s long-rumored Far Cry multiplayer game, codenamed Project Maverick, has reportedly undergone a complete reboot following internal reviews. Originally envisioned as a multiplayer component of Far Cry 7, the project later evolved into a standalone extraction shooter set in the Alaskan wilderness.
What Happened to Maverick?
According to recent reports, Ubisoft decided to rework the game from scratch after receiving mixed feedback. The reboot comes as Ubisoft shifts focus to ensure Far Cry 7 (codenamed Project Blackbird) stays on track. Maverick was initially being developed alongside Blackbird, but internal assessments suggested it needed a major overhaul.
Despite this setback, Far Cry 7 remains in active development and is said to introduce gameplay and movement system changes that differentiate it from previous entries. Early playtests have reportedly yielded positive feedback, with some developers still aiming for a 2026 release window.
What Could This Mean for Far Cry’s Future?
The move signals Ubisoft’s ongoing struggle to establish a successful live-service multiplayer Far Cry title. The franchise, known for its open-world single-player focus, has experimented with multiplayer elements in the past but never fully embraced the extraction shooter model seen in games like Escape from Tarkov.
With Project Maverick now back to square one, it remains uncertain when or if Ubisoft will reintroduce the concept in the future. For now, the focus remains on Far Cry 7 and its potential changes to the series formula.
