How Far Cry 7 Could Reinvent The Series

The Far Cry series has become one of Ubisoft's most popular franchises. Each game features an impressive, lifelike open world for players to explore, accompanied by unique villains who can be hailed as some of the greatest modern villains in video game history.

But there's a problem with Far Cry. Players are starting to find it a bit repetitive. The formula was great, but players wanted something new. And with some small rumors circulating about Far Cry 7, this could be the chance for Ubisoft to redefine the series refreshingly for fans yearning for more.

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The Rumors

There has been no official announcement for the game yet, but we shouldn't just disregard it. The rumor came from a tweet in which a user named 'Script,' known for successful leaks in the past, stated that it'd be some time before we see Far Cry 7. They didn't say it's not happening—have they seen something we can't?

We're already two years past the release of Far Cry 6, and apparently, we're still a few years away from a potential seventh installment. We think they could use that time to reinvent the series...

Deeply-Written Villains

There's a reason why Far Cry 3 seems to be the biggest hit with Far Cry fans. One of the villains, Vaas, was very well written. He came across as a true villain, disturbed and haunted by his past. The complications with his sister, Citra, paved the way for an interesting story between families and moral ambiguity.

This doesn't discredit villains from the other titles, but Vaas had such character and depth. It was so well executed that Vaas is a villain that's so well-remembered, even 11 years on. He set the bar high for a Far Cry 7 villain to outperform his captivating presence, but it can be done! 

Ultimately, Far Cry 7 isn't a certainty. But there's nothing to suggest that the franchise has ended. There's so much to develop and a lot they can rebuild on. These two areas alone would be a step forward in the right direction for a refreshing re-entry to a predictable franchise.