People Can Fly begins hiring for its upcoming AAA Xbox project

From what we've already learned, 'Project Maverick' is being developed under the work-for-hire model, where the intellectual property rights are owned by the publisher, in this case, Microsoft. The entire financing for the game's development will be shouldered by the publisher, making it a significant investment on their part.

Of course, Microsoft's recent endeavors in the gaming scene have been nothing short of ambitious. Following the success of Starfield, the tech giant seems more determined than ever to expand its AAA offerings. The acquisition of Activision Blizzard and the show of faith in the Japanese developer, Tango Gameworks, are testaments to the aggressive strategy the company has adopted to outpace its rival, Sony.

As for 'Project Maverick', the details we want most remain shrouded in mystery. However, given People Can Fly's history with shooters and the game's description hinting at RPG elements, there's a lot to be excited about. The likely use of Unreal Engine 5, suggests that gamers can expect cutting-edge graphics and gameplay mechanics that will likely force them to upgrade their rigs.

It's obviously too early to make any definitive statements, but there's a good chance that 'Project Maverick' might just be the next big thing to hit Xbox consoles and PCs. The only thing that can ruin it now is if it ends up languishing in development hell.