Post-apocalyptic 'Far Cry: New Dawn' leaks ahead of reveal (update)

Updated December 6, 2018: Far Cry: New Dawn has leaked ahead of its reveal at The Game Awards 2018. The game runs at native 4K resolution like Far Cry 5 and features a very Rage-like aesthetic. The title should launch on February 15, 2019.

The following article contains spoilers about Far Cry 5. If you haven't reached the end, all you need to know is that Ubisoft is releasing a post-apocalyptic sequel soon.

If you've finished Far Cry 5, you know that it ends in disaster. If you choose to arrest "The Prophet," then a string of nuclear explosions occur around the world and the planet is plunged into chaos. Today, Ubisoft teased another Far Cry game for The Game Awards 2018 which take place tomorrow. The teaser seems to indicate that it's a direct sequel to Far Cry 5, however, it takes place years in the future with a new character. We'll have to tune in tomorrow to find out more!

Considering that Fallout 76 has been criticized for being broken and visually-dated at launch, Far Cry seems like it might hit the high notes tomorrow. However, with Rage 2 around the corner, it seems like the post-apocalyptic space is going to be overcrowded in the near future.

Are you excited for a post-apocalyptic Far Cry game? Let us know. We sure are!

If you want to get a feel for what a Far Cry game entails, be sure to check out Far Cry 5 at retailers. The game is an open-world shooter which tasks you with taking down a cult. The game takes place in the United States and features one of the most bizarre stories in any title to date.

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Asher Madan

Asher Madan handles gaming news for Windows Central. Before joining Windows Central in 2017, Asher worked for a number of different gaming outlets. He has a background in medical science and is passionate about all forms of entertainment, cooking, and antiquing.