Far Cry fans just received the shock of a lifetime with the latest news from FX. According to a press release from Ubisoft, a brand-new anthology series based on the hit video game franchise is officially in development at the network, with plans to release the show's first season in the immediate years ahead.
The project is slated to be overseen by It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia creator Rob Mac alongside Fargo and Alien: Earth creator Noah Hawley. In addition to playing an integral role behind the scenes, Mac will also star in the series.
As with the original video game series, each season of the show will be based around a new story, setting, and characters. Right now, it's not currently known whether the series will be based on any underlying stories taken from the initial Far Cry games.
"What I love about the Far Cry game franchise is it's an anthology. Each game is a variation of a theme, the same way each season of Fargo is a variation on a theme," Hawley said. "To create a big action show that can change from year to year, while always exploring the nature of humanity through this complex and chaotic lens is a dream come true. I'm excited to partner with Rob and bring our shared irreverent, ambitious sensibility to the screen."
"Getting to work alongside Noah Hawley is a dream realized," added Mac. "Ubisoft has been remarkably generous, entrusting us with one of the most iconic video-game worlds ever created. And through it all, my FX family continues to lift me up with their constant belief and support."
FX also expressed their excitement for the project, with FX Entertainment's President, Nick Grad, fully supporting Mac and Hawley in their creative endeavor.
"FX has had magnificent partnerships with Rob Mac and Noah Hawley for a combined six series and 32 seasons of television, and we couldn't be more excited that they are teaming up for Far Cry," said Grad. "I have no doubt that they will tell this story in a way that is original, gripping and wildly entertaining. We also want to thank our partners at Ubisoft for entrusting us with this beloved property."