Ubisoft announced that Far Cry 3 Classic Edition and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027, according to an official press release issued on September 9, 2026. The announcement, teased during a Nintendo Direct presentation, marks the return of the open-world franchise to Nintendo hardware.
Release Timeline and Franchise Context
According to Ubisoft, the franchise has sold through more than 60 million units since the release of the original title in 2004.
Gameplay Features of the Switch 2 Editions
Far Cry 3 Classic Edition casts players as Jason Brody, a tourist stranded on a lawless tropical island. Players navigate the open world by liberating outposts, hunting, crafting, and engaging in first-person combat against pirates led by Vaas, according to Ubisoft’s announcement.
Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition adopts a retro-futuristic style inspired by 1980s sci-fi films. Playing as cyber-commando Rex “Power” Colt, users battle cyborg soldiers, mutant creatures, and Blood Dragons in a standalone adventure set within a neon-soaked environment.
Ubisoft Portfolio and Platform Integration
Alongside its game releases, Ubisoft operates the Ubisoft Connect ecosystem and the Ubisoft+, subscription service, which offers access to a catalog of more than 100 games and downloadable content. For the 2025–26 fiscal year, the company generated net bookings of €1.53 billion, as reported in company financial disclosures.