Ubisoft recently revealed that they’re working on a new entry in the long-running “Ghost Recon” franchise. This new installment will be a direct follow-up to the 2019 “Ghost Recon Breakpoint.” The next installment in the series will be a huge step forward technologically. Taking full advantage of Unreal Engine 5, it will be a far cry from the in-house engine that had powered the franchise for more than twenty years. This transition is bound to transform the gaming experience and place the game on a whole new trajectory.
The “Ghost Recon” franchise has ruled the tactical shooter genre ever since it first released. The original game first released to the world 24 years ago in 1999. The latest release, “Ghost Recon Breakpoint,” released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. It represents a thrilling new online first-person shooter paradigm. Developed on Ubisoft’s AnvilNext 2.0 engine, “Breakpoint” aimed to provide an experience like no other, plunging players into a gripping world within their expansive open-world setting.
Major Changes Ahead
The shift to Unreal Engine 5 is anticipated to bring significant enhancements to the “Ghost Recon” gameplay mechanics and visual fidelity. Numerous AAA-rated titles have already jumped on the bandwagon of the new iteration of the game engine. This installment is especially famous for its cutting-edge graphics and open-ended living world. This development is an unmistakable signal of Ubisoft’s intent — as evolving its flagship franchise with the industry-leading technology.
As an example, industry insider Tom Henderson reported last week that “the next ‘Ghost Recon’ game will undergo a huge change over to Unreal Engine.” This change reflects Ubisoft’s efforts to modernize the series and align it with current gaming trends, ensuring that it remains competitive in an increasingly crowded market.
A Legacy of Tactical Gameplay
The “Ghost Recon” series has long made its name by providing the most realistic, tactical gameplay around with an emphasis on teamwork and strategy. With Ubisoft expected to bring all sorts of new features and mechanics in this sequel, expectations are sky-high for fans of the franchise. With the adoption of Unreal Engine 5, we have a unique opportunity to build much more complex environments. It improves AI skills, improving both single-player and multiplayer experiences.
Whatever Epic’s cooking up next, chances are it’ll spotlight new capabilities that take advantage of this highly impressive engine. This has the potential to fundamentally reshape player interactions with the game world. The combination of next-gen visuals and adaptable gameplay may just change the way players think about tactical shooters.
Looking Ahead
The next “Ghost Recon” installment still does not have a firm release date. As ever, fans are doing their best to drum up enthusiasm for a new direction for this storied franchise. Ubisoft speaks as if it has a vibrant and exciting history that has lasted more than 20 years. They’re dedicated to preserving that legacy, but at the same time extending the artform of videogames.
