Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora Preview Reveals Ambitious Open-World Game with Unique Navigation Mechanics and Detailed Alien Environment

Ubisoft's Upcoming 'Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora' Praised for Exceptional Visuals and Engaging Mechanics, Some Critics Cite Navigation Challenges and Comparisons to Far Cry Series

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Ubisoft's latest open-world game, introduces new navigation mechanics for players, who must interpret environmental cues to figure out their objectives and location. The Na'vi vision feature aids in this, highlighting objective areas and important resources.
The game displays exceptional visuals, bringing the lush and alien environment of Pandora to life. However, the density and vibrancy of the environment also create challenges for players navigating Pandora's landscape, leading to a mixed reception amongst testers.
The narrative of Frontiers of Pandora is set between the first two Avatar movies and tells a stand-alone story. The player's character is a Na'vi trained by the RDA, and upon waking up after 15 years in hibernation, explores western frontiers and rediscover Na'vi ways.
Players can interact with the Na'vi community, wading into tribal disputes, rescuing captured animals, and partaking in the reclamation of territory from the RDA. Additionally, elements of the Na'vi culture, flora, and fauna are expanded upon.
The game is heavily laden with elements of gathering and crafting. In keeping with the themes of the film, the player must be thoughtful about resource extraction, partake in harvesting rituals, and play cook with the ingredients gathered from Pandora's unique flora.