Discover Pandora like never before with Avatar's latest game release

The recently concluded Ubisoft Forward showcase was a solid event, despite some pacing issues wherein some speakers overstayed on stage. The showcase achieved its goal of reminding fans that Ubisoft has a lot of upcoming games. While Star Wars: Outlaws was a major highlight, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora could potentially take the crown for many enthusiasts. This game, which was announced way back in 2021 and rumored to have been in development since 2017, finally unveiled its first gameplay trailer. Based on what has been shown, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora appears to have successfully captured the stunning landscapes of James Cameron's Avatar universe, complete with impressive flora and fauna. However, some parts of the game may not be entirely original.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Looks a Little Like a Far Cry Spinoff

The gameplay trailer for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora showcased during Ubisoft Forward was a standout highlight, providing fans with an extensive 6-minute look at the game in action. Although interspersed with CG cutscenes, the trailer offered a glimpse into several key gameplay elements, which may appear somewhat similar to those in Far Cry.

It appears that Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora follows a similar gameplay structure to Far Cry, with players entering a vast open world and taking on the challenge of defeating an antagonistic organization that has established bases throughout the picturesque landscape. The game is played from a first-person perspective, and players must rally local factions to join forces and fight against the common enemy.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora's gameplay mechanics bear a striking resemblance to recent Far Cry games. In one scene from the trailer, the player-character slides across the floor while firing their bow and arrow, a move that could easily be mistaken for a scene from Far Cry 6 if not for the blue arms holding the bow. As the trailer progresses, the introduction of human weapons like assault rifles and shotguns only strengthens the comparison. Additionally, crafting will play a central role in the game, with players upgrading their character and weapons by harvesting materials from plants and wildlife, a feature that will feel familiar to fans of Far Cry.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora sets itself apart from Far Cry with its unique features and mechanics. The game's focus on aerial combat is a major difference, with a good portion of the gameplay taking place in the skies. Players will explore floating cliffs and engage in combat with RDA gunships on their Ikran or Banshee. When riding the Banshee, the camera swaps to a third-person perspective, and the combat mechanics differ from ground combat. In addition to the aerial aspect, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora offers a Direhorse mount, stunning Pandora environments, and creative ways to traverse the open-world, making it a unique and exciting experience.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is set to release December 7, 2023 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.