Far Cry® 4 Reviews

Genuinely cannot recommend this game. I tried to like it, I really did. The story has no pacing. Talk to a person, go kill this guy, go clear this outpost. No sense of where you are in the story at all. Just got tasked to kill a guy in power of a region. No prepwork or anything, just "oh yeah sneak on a truck and you're in". And the forced stealth missions have got to be the worst ones I've ever played in my life. Also the wildlife in this game can suck my dick. I've never seen eagles this aggressive and I love getting stunlocked by a random boar, yak, rhino, etc. The game tries so hard to get you to be nice to the people with Karma and have you make moral choices that effect the future of Kyrat. Or atleast that was the idea behind it, even though none of your choices matter at the end of it all. Didn't care about Kyrat or anyone involved. In fact, I found almost every single character to be infuriating with how they keep insulting you or just being the most annoying characters in existence. Ajay is a nothing character that lets literally everyone shit talk him and he just stand there like a moron and takes it without saying a word back. The main bad guy is actually one of the only characters I didn't hate. I wanted to burn Kyrat down myself and everyone in it. Gameplay is also disconnected. There's almost no sense of power scaling. You just hop in and immediately find a grenade launcher that one-shots most things in the game. And then you get like 24 grenades for it to boot. Where is the sense of progression? I just ended up with a MG42 in the early game that shred through anything. The wingsuit can also be bought almost immediately and always fucking auto deploys because I hold shift to run. The whole thing doesn't flow or feel natural at all. You just become overpowered in the first few hours. This is what happens when you build on a good game and just think making the player more overpowered is the answer to keeping it entertaining. In coop this game is buggy as all hell, but still very entertaining. Easily the best part of the game, even if only the free roaming stuff can be done with a buddy. People like this game, but with the abundance of problems and annoyances mentioned I just didn't have a good experience.

A story in which my childhood memories live. I remember and love this game endlessly for 6 years. As Ishwari Gail said, this path will tell you more than I could tell you. Go through it and you will understand everything.

garbage ubishit launcher that ask me that "i dont have access to the game" and "linked to different account" even my main account has far cry 4 and it still wanna linked into another account that i dont have far cry 4 and i cant log in for what? i played 14 hour ago with my main accout perfectly fine but when i bought DLC on sale this shit got broken and cant play it any more ubishit launcher cant log in even u using the right password XD their said u password is incorrect but when u try changing u password it said u use the same password LOL what a freaking clown launcher

Far Cry 4 enhances the Far Cry 3 experience with a more diverse world, new gameplay mechanics like riding elephants and using a grappling hook, and a compelling antagonist, Pagan Min. It's essentially Far Cry 3 with more content, better graphics and refined features. You are gonna love it!

Just to get this out of the way, I played #1 on PC, completed it and enjoyed it, #2 on PS3 completing most of it, I enjoyed it for a while, but overall found it tedious and repetitive and #3 on PS3, completed it an thought it the best of the series, and still do, of those that I have played. So, #4... well, first time I launched the game, I couldn't get it to work, despite updating Uplay, logging out and back in, rebooting etc, Uplay kept telling me it was out of date and the game would not launch... then randomly it worked... I look forward to the next time I try to launch the game. As for the game... The prologue is just a linear tutorial/intro of sorts, and now on Act 2, while the game appears to have a reasonably sized map, it feels claustrophobic and still linear. I've just been going back and forth doing missions, spending more time travelling then anything. There thus far seems very little to do in terms of having a little fun along the way to doing said missions, and even less in terms of enemies (other than an over abundance of wildlife) outside of missions... other than the occasional random encounter of friendly's being ambushed on the road. As eluded to earlier, animals/wildlife respawn way too often/quickly and early on this can be a problem due to the limited ammo you can carry and that certain wildlife can be absolute bullet sponges. Gunplay, even for the games age isn't satisfying, it's limp and sloppy with no feedback and every gun (of the same type), just feels exactly the same. The hang glider mechanics and controls are absolutely terrible, and ground vehicles feel way to twitchy and floaty. To interact with something, or to talk to someone, you literally have to shove your face right up against the object/person you feel like you are trying to physically merge with it/them. Audio levels at times are all over the place. There are a few graphical glitches, the most notable and frequently encountered is when approaching an animal you've killed, to skin it, the animal develops a texture overlay akin to old timey television static. Alt tabbing back to desktop and then back to the game seems to be the root cause of some of the glitches occurring and definitely makes them far more frequent. Unskippable cut scenes, not something I would normally do with such a game, but some are just too cringe to bare. FC3 had memorable NPC's and a half decent plot, overall it was a fun and enjoyable game that I still largely remember to this day, with FC4 I'm only 5 hours in, yet I've not met a single NPC I care or give a toss about and frankly I've already given up on the plot. Sadly, I genuinely don't see me completing very much of this game, let alone remember any of it when I move on. I realise that I have not played much of the game yet, but the reason that I have chosen to write this review at this point is as follows... I recently got access to use a gyrocopter, which given the terrible implementation of the hang glider, I was very happy about, that was until I tried to land near the settlement of Banapur. There was ample room on the ground around the settlement to land, yet despite this as I descended, the gyro got thrown up into the air, which appears be the result of an incredibly lazy design choice to prevent you from landing somewhere that isn't entirely flat or prevent colliding with something, which coupled with the hit box for either trees, the gyro or both being much bigger than their actual models, sadly these poor decisions lead to a rather serious problem. The reason being, the gyro can only go so high, and when it goes too high, it stalls, so I proceeded for over 15 minutes to bounce into the air, stall, bounce, stall, in a near infinite loop where I had no control over the gyro. Eventually, after spending some time reading the news online while listening to a couple of YouTube videos, constantly having stalling sounds from the gyro playing in the background, the gyro had managed to work itself out of the loop. It's fair to say that I won't be getting in a gyro again anytime soon, which given the terrible controls of the glider and floaty controls for land vehicles which, coupled with the cluttered map containing no memorable POI's that just makes land travel tedious.

Rating: 8/10 Overview: Far Cry 4, developed by Ubisoft, is an open-world first-person shooter that offers a vast and immersive experience. Set in the fictional Himalayan region of Kyrat, players assume the role of Ajay Ghale, a young man who returns to his homeland to fulfill his mother's dying wish, only to find himself caught in the middle of a civil war. The game builds on the formula established by Far Cry 3, offering a huge, dynamic world filled with action, exploration, and freedom. Story: The narrative of Far Cry 4 revolves around Ajay, who becomes embroiled in the conflict between the oppressive ruler Pagan Min and the rebel group, the Golden Path. As Ajay, you are tasked with making difficult choices that will shape the future of Kyrat. The story features themes of power, rebellion, and identity, with multiple factions vying for control. While the plot may not be groundbreaking, it provides a solid foundation for the game’s various missions and encounters. The characters, particularly Pagan Min, are memorable, with Min being an eccentric and unpredictable villain that adds a unique flavor to the story. The player's choices during the game influence the ending, adding replayability. Gameplay: Far Cry 4 offers a rich, open-world experience with a variety of ways to tackle objectives. Players can approach missions in multiple ways: stealthily, with guns blazing, or by utilizing the environment and wildlife. The game introduces new vehicles, weapons, and mechanics, including the gyrocopter, which allows for aerial exploration, and the ability to ride elephants into battle, which is as fun as it sounds. The game’s core mechanics are built around exploration, combat, and taking control of outposts, with side missions and collectibles scattered throughout the map. There's a lot to do, and the game rewards exploration with hidden treasures, wildlife hunting, and optional storylines. The combat is satisfying, with a variety of weapons, from bows to automatic rifles, as well as explosive gadgets to help you take down enemies. The gameplay is smooth and enjoyable, though some mechanics can feel repetitive over time. The AI can be a bit predictable, and the game occasionally leans too heavily on its combat-focused gameplay, with less emphasis on puzzles or deeper strategy. Graphics and Performance: Far Cry 4 offers a stunning visual experience, with breathtaking landscapes ranging from snow-capped mountains to dense jungles. The detailed environments and realistic weather systems help immerse you in the world of Kyrat. The character models and animations are solid, though they can sometimes feel a bit stiff during cutscenes. The game runs well on most modern systems, though players with lower-end hardware may experience some performance drops during intensive firefights or while exploring large areas. The game’s optimization is decent, but the open-world nature of the game can sometimes cause minor technical glitches. Audio Design: The audio in Far Cry 4 is excellent, with a diverse soundtrack that complements the setting. The sounds of nature, wildlife, and combat are well-designed, adding to the immersive experience. The voice acting is strong, particularly from key characters like Pagan Min, who is portrayed as a charismatic yet disturbing antagonist. The music also helps to build tension during action sequences, making encounters feel more intense. Challenges: Far Cry 4 is an engaging game that offers a good challenge, particularly on higher difficulty settings. The combat, while fun, can become repetitive, especially when it comes to taking over enemy outposts or dealing with waves of enemies. Some players may also find the game’s side missions a bit tedious, as they often involve the same tasks like clearing outposts or hunting animals. The game's difficulty ramps up during story missions, but it’s mostly manageable, with the ability to upgrade Ajay’s skills and equipment. The game also offers a co-op mode, allowing players to team up with a friend to complete certain objectives together, which can add a layer of fun and unpredictability. Final Thoughts: Far Cry 4 is an exhilarating open-world shooter with plenty of content to keep players engaged. The vast, diverse world of Kyrat is packed with activities, and the story provides enough motivation to keep pushing forward. While some elements can feel repetitive, the game's gorgeous visuals, satisfying combat, and memorable characters make it an enjoyable experience overall. Pros: Massive, beautiful open world to explore Engaging combat with a variety of weapons and vehicles Interesting characters, especially the villain Pagan Min Tons of side content, including collectibles and outposts Fun co-op mode for added replayability Cons: Some repetitive gameplay elements, particularly with missions AI can feel predictable at times The story can be a bit shallow and unoriginal Far Cry 4 is a fantastic title for fans of open-world games who enjoy action-packed gameplay and exploration. While it doesn’t necessarily reinvent the wheel, it builds upon the success of Far Cry 3 and delivers an engaging experience that will keep you entertained for hours.

Pleasant game with a good story and plenty of action 8/10 cuz F**k those mountains...

Ubisoft finally comes grovelling back to Steam. Now they are barely adding achievements to games, some more than a decade after release. Better late than never? I mean they put out some good products over the years, but their management team never listened to their customers during that same time period. So I have no desire to give praise to their company.

By far the best game in the entire franchise, it perfects what FC3 did and puts both past and future entries in the franchise to shame. A literal roller-coaster of non stop action with barely any pacing issues, Kyrat is the best map we've had so far, especially in terms of looks, which makes traversing it a treat. Like in FC5 they tried doing 4 villains instead of one, but really Pagan is the only memorable one out of all of them. I really do think a campaign where you can side with him would've gone hard. He is a much better option than either Amita or Sabal. However you sadly cant really side with him except for a secret ending so it is what it is. But regardless, FC4 really makes you feel like a guerrilla fighter, and combined with all of the things said above, its well worth your time Except for Overrun, every DLC adds single player content to the game (Season pass includes a bonus mission). Valley of the Yetis DLC is the only one worth playing. Its probably the best DLC out of all the Far Cry games. Everything else is incredibly mediocre, boring and inconsistent. Not having a DLC set in Shangri-La is a massive missed opportunity. As for Overrun, its a multiplayer DLC and the multiplayer in Far Cry 4 is terrible. 9/10

The game itself is great, one of the best in series. Being forced to play the game in Russian due to the region one lives in (without the ability to change the language), however, is extremely scummy.