Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory was way ahead of other action-adventure games of its time. It was a multi-level game that focused on the element of stealth. Even though all Splinter Cell games focused on stealth, Chaos Theory introduced significant changes to stealth mechanics.
This game set the benchmark for other stealth games. As such, many would agree that Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory is one the best Ubisoft title out there. However, a developer at Ubisoft believes that Far Cry 2 is better than Chaos Theory. Even though Far Cry 2 was not as successful as Chaos Theory, the lead level designer has his own reasons.
Far Cry 2 was better than Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory according to Clint Hocking
Many believe that Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory is one of Ubisoft’s best, however, a developer at the company states otherwise. Clint Hocking, a developer who worked in Chaos Theory wrote a blog post discussing about his work on the game. Here, he mentioned about his working hours while developing the hit game.
The lead level designer of the game wrote that while developing the game, which lasted for two years, he had to work 80 hours a week. This hectic work schedule had an impact on his mental well-being, which he realized only after the game was released.
In the blog post, Hocking added that he didn’t have any recollection of a trip where a friend came to visit him while he was working in Ubisoft Montreal. Even though he reduced his working hours during his friend’s visit to spend more time with him, he remembered none of it. Hocking further added,
“There was just an empty space in my brain that had been overwritten by the stress and anxiety of Splinter Cell. Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory gave me brain damage”
While the game was a hit, Hocking added that,
“I realized that while it had technically ‘worked,’ it was totally unsustainable and would not end well”
Therefore, when while working on Far Cry 2, Hocking built a team and started delegating work to others. He then added,
“Far Cry 2, in my opinion, is a better and more important game that Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory”
Even though Far Cry 2 was not able to match the success of Chaos Theory, it was a better game for Hocking as he was able to manage his work-life balance while developing it.
Will fans get to see a new Far Cry game?
Far Cry 6 had a mixed reception, however, fans are eagerly looking forward to a new game. Ever since, Ubisoft stopped providing updates for Far Cry 6, the rumors regarding the next game have been spreading like a forest fire. However, an official announcement regarding the game is still missing.
However, a recent development has occurred which might be the hint fans have been waiting for so long. According to Geekinout, Ubisoft is hiring for eight jobs across Canada. As stated by Geekinout, these jobs are for a Far Cry project which is unnamed.
This update has sparked fresh rumors that fans will get to see a new Far Cry game down the line. This may also be an attempt by Ubisoft to reignite the interest of fans in the long-running series.
