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Ubisoft hasn’t officially revealed the next main Far Cry game yet, but reliable reports give a clear picture of what’s happening.

The game people are calling Far Cry 7 is tied to Project Blackbird, while a separate multiplayer game, often described as an extraction‑style shooter, is linked to Project Maverick.

The leaked screenshots from late 2025 appear to be from an older internal build, so they likely don’t reflect the current version. Ubisoft’s CEO has also said that future Far Cry games will put a stronger focus on multiplayer, a message he repeated at the New Global Sport Conference, which fits with these reports.

What’s Confirmed vs. What’s Rumored (Read This Before Leaks)

The only confirmed information so far comes from public statements made by Ubisoft leadership, such as:

  • Ubisoft CEO, Yves Guillemot, has openly said that the Far Cry series is moving toward stronger multiplayer elements so players can stay engaged “for a long time.”

The reported but not officially confirmed information includes details that come from industry insiders and development leaks rather than Ubisoft itself, such as:

  • Project Blackbird is widely believed to be the next mainline Far Cry game, while Project Maverick is described as the separate multiplayer project.
  • The leaked screenshots circulating online most likely come from an older internal build, connected to Talisker/XDefiant‑era files, and do not show final graphics or gameplay.
  • Current rumours point to a New England‑style setting and a story centred around rescuing a family, but these details may still change as development continues.

How Talisker Split Into Blackbird and Maverick

The naming confusion basically comes from how the project changed over time. Early reports say the next Far Cry game was first grouped under a broad internal name: Talisker. As development moved forward, that work seems to have split into two separate projects: 

  • the mainline game now called Blackbird
  • the standalone multiplayer project known as Maverick

This split matters because a lot of the so‑called “Far Cry 7 leaks” are probably leftovers from the old Talisker phase, not the current Blackbird build.

Leaked Images

The leaked images give a basic look at early ideas, but you shouldn’t treat them as anything final.

Reports say the screenshots showed up after fans searched through old XDefiant files from the now‑defunct ecosystem. According to what’s been reported:

  • multiple images were found in those files
  • insiders say they come from a Talisker codename team‑elimination mode
  • they look like very early‑stage material

Because of that, these leaked screenshots should be seen as “directional only”, not a real preview of the final graphics, UI, or core gameplay.

Leaked “Far Cry 7” images | Image credit: X’s profile @GameGPU_com

Story and Setting Rumours

Rumours about the story and setting are starting to form, but everything should still be treated carefully. Multiple outlets have reportedly repeated two main points:

  • a New England style setting (still not officially confirmed)
  • a story involving a prominent family and a rescue or pressure‑cooker situation, with character names varying by source

These details come up often, but they’re still just rumours. Until Ubisoft releases an official trailer and a proper story synopsis, it’s best to treat all plot elements, including character names, as placeholders rather than final information.

Ubisoft on Multiplayer

Ubisoft has said that a stronger multiplayer focus will shape the future of Far Cry, but they haven’t confirmed any specific “live service” plans. Based on what’s been said: 

  • Ubisoft wants multiplayer to be a more important part of the series.
  • It might involve stronger co‑op, PvP modes, or some kind of ongoing progression (nothing is confirmed yet).

Until Ubisoft explains the actual systems and how the game will work, we don’t know what this multiplayer push will look like.

Project Maverick’s Status Still Uncertain

Project Maverick is in a confusing spot right now. Some reports say the Project Maverick extraction shooter was rebooted internally, though sources disagree on when this happened.

Other reports say the game still isn’t stable, and the main gameplay ideas haven’t fully come together. Because of this, the project could still be cancelled, even though Ubisoft hasn’t confirmed anything. The safest way to think about it is that Maverick’s future is uncertain until Ubisoft gives an official update.

Why Ubisoft’s Big Changes Matter

Ubisoft is reorganizing its studios into “Creative Houses” and focusing more on its biggest franchises, like Far Cry, while also trying to cut costs. With this new strategy, teams are under more pressure to make games that keep players engaged for a long time, often through multiplayer or live‑service features.

FAQ

  • Has Ubisoft officially announced Far Cry 7? – No, Ubisoft hasn’t formally revealed the next mainline entry yet. Most specifics come from reporting and leaks.
  • What is Project Blackbird? – It’s the widely reported codename for the next mainline Far Cry entry.
  • What is Project Maverick? – It’s the commonly reported codename for a multiplayer Far Cry project that has reportedly been rebooted and may still be in flux.
  • Are the leaked screenshots real? – They’re widely described as authentic Talisker-era assets, but likely not representative of the final game.