Far Cry 4
Release Date: November 18, 2014
Action, FPP, sandbox, FPS, RPG elements, shooters, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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The fourth installment of the extremely popular series of sandbox FPP action games. In accordance with the Ubisoft’s policy, the production was developed by several internal development studios led by Ubisoft Montreal and Ubisoft Shanghai. Once again players have the opportunity to assume the role of a protagonist forced to face numerous enemies and obstacles all by himself.
Far Cry 4 for PC, PS4 and etc. is another version of extremely popular first-person sandbox shooting game. The first part of the series was produced by Crytek in 2004. A year later, French concern Ubisoft took over the responsibility for creating sequels to games and its spin-offs for the consoles. The fourth part of Far Cry was created mainly in the Ubisoft Montreal development studio, but in the production were involved in a lesser and greater extent practically all other departments of the company. Far Cry 4 is the first part in the series which is available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
Story
The action of Far Cry 4 on PC, PS4 and etc. takes us to Kyrat. It is a small fictional country situated in the Himalayas, where the inhabitants live according to traditions and simple way of life. However, the country is involved in civil war between an eccentric military warlord Pagan Min and self-proclaimed ruler Kyrat. He introduces the rule of an iron fist together with his supporters, ignoring the civilian victims of the conflict. Pagan Min who has a rampant lust for power is stopped by the rebels, who try to remove him and stop the escalation of violence. The main protagonist of the game is called Ajay Ghale. He travels to Kyrat to fulfill the wish of his dying mother. When he arrives, he becomes involved in a struggle between the supporters of the dictator and the guerrillas fighters.
Gameplay
During the game, the players progressively get to know the secrets of Kyrat. Thanks to its specific situation, a fictional country offers varied and interesting locations - from the snowy mountain routes to the thick forests as well as the cities, old ruins and so on. While the game, the players can move freely on the territory of the Himalayan country that is a large and open map. The players can also make a use of various means of transport. Moreover, the protagonist can take part in meditations which can move him to a fantastic land of Shangri-La.
Game modes
While taking part in the campaign, the players complete story missions as well as various side quests and optional tasks such as frees checkpoints, time trial or hunting wild animals. It is the FPS genre production so the players can make a use of a rich arsenal of weapons from simple pistols to heavy machine guns. There are also different types of daggers, knives and arches. For the first time in the history of the series, there is an opportunity to use a crossbow.
Apart the single game, the creators have prepared a possibility to take part in multiplayer which is available in many variations. In the new co-op mode, the players can call friends, who can help them in completing side missions or in exploring the open world.
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Far Cry 4 Game Guide
The unofficial guide to the Far Cry 4 game is a comprehensive compendium of knowledge about the main aspects of the gameplay, in the next installment of the popular series of FPS games from Ubisoft.
Videos and Screens
[5:56] Far Cry 4 Hurk Deluxe Pack - gameplay with dev commentary
[6:07] Far Cry 4 Escape from Durgesh Prison - gameplay with dev commentary
GameTrailers: 8.6 / 10 by Brandon Jones
Far Cry 4 will enchant you with its lush forests, scenic vistas, and hostile wildlife but it's the mission and combat variety that will keep you exploring. You're bound to have a few gameplay oddities manifest themselves as Kyrat is a complex, open-world with many moving parts, but load times are rather pleasant and the textures and lighting are impressive. It doesn't take a lot of risks with the Far Cry formula, but once we enlisted we couldn't rest until the people of Kyrat were free of tyranny, and all the icons on the map were checked off.
GameSpot: 7 / 10 by Kevin VanOrd
Like the terrain if depicts, Far Cry 4 travels both high and low, representing the good, the bad, and ugly of video games all at once. It's awesome and messy and dumb and fun and annoying and gross and beautiful.
Eurogamer: 8 / 10 by Aoife Wilson
Far Cry 4 is well worth a visit, but it's more a backpacker's delight than a five-star island paradise.
The main pros of the game
- Visuals and Environment: Many users praised the stunning graphics and beautiful landscapes of Kyrat, highlighting the detailed and immersive open world.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The gameplay is considered enjoyable, with improvements over Far Cry 3, such as the addition of new mechanics like riding elephants and using a wingsuit.
- Variety of Activities: Players appreciated the wide range of activities and side missions available, which added to the overall experience.
- Engaging Combat: The combat system was noted for being fun and offering a good balance between stealth and action.
- Interesting Characters: Pagan Min, the main antagonist, received positive mentions for being memorable and adding depth to the story.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitiveness: A significant number of reviews pointed out that the game can become repetitive, with many tasks and missions feeling similar and lacking variety.
- Weak Story: While some found the story engaging, many criticized it for not being as strong or impactful as in Far Cry 3, with some characters feeling one-dimensional.
- Difficulty Balance: Some players felt that the game was too easy, especially once they acquired the right weapons, leading to a lack of challenge.
- Technical Issues: Several users reported bugs and stability issues, particularly with the PC version, including problems with co-op play.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Innovative Content: Many players felt that the game did not introduce enough new features compared to its predecessor, leading to the perception that it was merely a reskin of Far Cry 3.
- Character Development: Some users expressed a desire for deeper character arcs and more engaging narratives, particularly for the protagonist, Ajay Ghale.
- Co-op Functionality: Issues with the co-op mode were frequently mentioned, with players experiencing connectivity problems and bugs that hindered gameplay.
- More Dynamic World: A few reviews noted that the world felt empty and lacked meaningful exploration opportunities, diminishing the excitement of discovery.
Summary
- Overall, while Far Cry 4 received praise for its visuals, gameplay, and character design, it was also criticized for repetitiveness, technical issues, and a lack of innovative content compared to its predecessor.
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Average score from 7044 votes. 4138 players anticipated the game.
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Game Series
Far Cry Series
Far Cry is a series of first-person shooters (FPS) with a sandbox gameplay model. The leading theme of the series is spectacular shootouts using modern firearms, but the developers are not afraid to experiment and from time to time serve players a trip to completely different realities, such as distant prehistory (where rifles and flamethrowers are replaced by bows and machetes) or an alternative world in the climate of cyberpunk (where cyborg soldiers fight using laser weapons). The series allows us to drive vehicles, including jeeps or boats with machine guns, and sometimes to ride animals (such as elephants). Starting with the third installment, RPG-like elements, such as crafting and character skill development, began to enter the series. Later installments were also equipped with level editors.
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Far Cry 4 Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
PlayStation 3
Xbox 360
Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
Publisher: Ubisoft
Far Cry 4 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-750 2.6 GHz/AMD Phenom II X4 955 3.2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 460/Radeon HD5850 or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/8.1 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-2400S 2.5 GHz/AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 680/Radeon R9 290X or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/8.1 64-bit
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