Nintendo has long been a stalwart when it comes to maintaining confidentiality about its projects. However, it seems leaks about third-party games on its platforms are beyond its control. A recent leak indicates that Ubisoft’s Far Cry 7 will be available on the unannounced Nintendo Switch 2. This is significant, especially considering that none of the previous Far Cry iterations have ever made it to Nintendo consoles. This development could also reflect the capabilities of the forthcoming Switch 2.

Insider Gaming’s Report on Far Cry 7

Earlier this week, Insider Gaming divulged additional information about Far Cry 7, following their initial confirmation of the game’s existence in January. Internally known as Project Blackbird, Far Cry 7 is tentatively scheduled for a Fall 2025 release. The game’s plot is expected to revolve around the player’s quest to rescue their family from a group presently referred to as the Sons of Truth. Interestingly, a time limit is set, with 72 in-game hours (equivalent to 24 real-time hours) for players to complete the rescue mission.

Far Cry 7 and the Next-Generation Nintendo Switch

Shortly after the report by Insider Gaming, Universe Nintendo’s editor-in-chief, Felipe Lima, clarified on social media that Far Cry 7 would be compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 on the day of its release. It’s important to note that Far Cry 7 will not exclusively launch with Switch 2, expected in late 2024, but will be one of the platforms it will be available on. This is significant because the current Nintendo Switch model often misses out on third-party releases due to hardware limitations when compared to consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Speculations About Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware

Recent leaks have put forth potentially revealing details about the Nintendo Switch 2’s hardware specifications. If these leaks hold true, the console will feature an 8-core Cortex-A78 CPU, a GPU with 12 streaming multiprocessors, 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 256GB of flash storage, and support for Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS). With these specifications, the Nintendo Switch 2 could potentially offer performance that is 10-20% closer to that of the Xbox Series S. This may pave the way for more high-end third-party games, including AAA titles like Far Cry 7, to launch on Nintendo’s platform.

Implications for Nintendo’s Third-Party Game Roster

If the leaks prove accurate and Far Cry 7 indeed launches on the Nintendo Switch 2, it could signal a shift for Nintendo. Specifically, it could lead to an expanded roster of third-party games available on the platform. This would represent a major step towards breaking a cycle that has historically been a point of frustration for Nintendo and its user base.

Conclusion: The Future is Uncertain but Promising

While it’s crucial to remember that none of this information has been officially confirmed, the prospects are intriguing. Whether it’s the potential boost to Nintendo’s third-party game roster or the speculated hardware capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2, the future looks promising. We are likely months away from official announcements, but these leaks offer a glimpse into what could be a transformative period for Nintendo and third-party game developers alike.

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