Far Cry's Exciting New Era: Meet the Mastermind Behind Ubisoft's Thrilling IP!

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Former narrative lead Drew Holmes is now the IP Director for Far Cry at Ubisoft, hinting at potential changes for the franchise's future.

The announcement did not contain any fresh details regarding the upcoming Far Cry game, possibly substantiating previous leaks which indicated a lengthier delay before its launch.

Drew Holmes, known for his substantial narrative expertise in titles such as Far Cry: New Dawn, Far Cry 5, and the critically acclaimed BioShock Infinite, joins the team.

After the lukewarm reception of Far Cry 6 in 2021, there has been little news about the future of the franchise. However, it has now been revealed that Drew Holmes, the former narrative lead, will be taking on the role of IP Director for Far Cry at Ubisoft. The announcement did not provide any new information about the next installment of the series, which aligns with a previous leak suggesting that gamers may have to wait some time for the release.

Since its debut in March 2004, Far Cry has made its mark in the first-person shooter genre. Ubisoft's open-world series has evolved significantly, while still maintaining the core gameplay mechanics of pitting players against hostile forces in expansive environments. Subsequent entries in the franchise have placed a greater emphasis on storytelling, earning praise from players for its entertaining and increasingly eccentric antagonists. However, criticisms have also arisen regarding repetitive gameplay and occasional frustrating mechanics in recent Far Cry games.

As reported by VGC, the Far Cry franchise has welcomed Drew Holmes as its new IP Director. Holmes, a veteran series writer, shared the news of his promotion on his LinkedIn page, expressing his excitement for the role and hinting at exciting developments ahead for the franchise. Having previously served as the narrative lead for Far Cry: New Dawn and the beloved Far Cry 5, Holmes is well-equipped to take on this new position.

Holmes’ recent appointment as IP Director at Ubisoft comes shortly after Ubisoft Toronto hinted at a new Far Cry game with a recruitment post on Twitter. In addition to his work on the Far Cry franchise, Holmes brings extensive narrative experience, having previously served as the lead writer for Irrational Games' highly acclaimed BioShock Infinite. This news may offer reassurance to gamers who were disappointed by the storytelling in Far Cry 6. While the franchise's revival will require more than just corporate restructuring, Holmes' promotion holds promise for the future of the series. Though it may take some time for players to discover Holmes' vision for the popular shooter series, having someone of his caliber overseeing the Far Cry IP has the potential to greatly benefit the franchise.

A new Far Cry game is believed to be in development.

Source: VGC