Far Cry 7 | Rumors emerge that may disappoint long-time fans

After the average success of Assassin's Creed Shadows, a Ubisoft is re-evaluating its schedule and postponing major releases, including the long-awaited Far Cry 7.

However, more than just a change of date, the information suggests a profound transformation in the essence of the franchise, and this has left long-time fans extremely worried.

Ubisoft postpones Far Cry 7, but the problem is bigger than the date

During a recent conference with investors, the Ubisoft announced that several of its biggest franchises, including Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six, The Division and Ghost Reconwill have their next titles postponed to 2026 or beyond.

The official justification is clear: more time for polishing and quality. But what really worries fans is the creative direction that Far Cry 7 you can take it until then.

Behind the scenes, there are rumors that Far Cry 7 may abandon much of its original identity. One of the reasons is the creation of a new subsidiary of Ubisoftwith financial support from Tencent, the Chinese tech giant.

This new division, focused on "underexplored" markets such as China, would be developing the next games from the company's biggest IPs - which raises fears that Far Cry 7 become a multiplayer game with a focus on microtransactionsfollowing the live service model.

"Will Far Cry still be Far Cry when (and if) it finally comes out?" wonders a writer for Insider Gaming.

Influence of Assassin's Creed Shadows

The decision to postpone the next Ubisoft was directly influenced by the commercial and critical success of Assassin's Creed ShadowsIt will be launched in March 2025 after multiple postponements. The company now sees this more careful development model as a new standard.

However, some question whether the same model works for a series like Far Cry, which traditionally stands out for its explosive open worlds, charismatic villains and solo gameplay centered on survival and chaos.

Tencent and the fear of mischaracterization

With US$ 1.25 billion invested, the entry of Tencent in creative control of the new division of Ubisoft could change everything. So far, no official details have been revealed about the plot, setting or mechanics of Far Cry 7Just speculation.

Likewise, some rumors even indicate that the game will be set in the Old Westwith a darker tone, in the style of Red Dead Redemptionbut nothing has been confirmed.

In short, over the next 12 months, the Ubisoft should focus on smaller projects, such as Anno 117: Pax Romanathe remake of Prince of Persia: Sands of Time and mobile titles such as Rainbow Six Mobile and The Division Resurgence.

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