Far Cry 4
Apr 29, 2025 1 year ago
Discover the most diverse Far Cry world ever created. With terrain spanning from lush forests to the snowcapped Himalayas, the entire world is alive… and deadly. From leopards, rhinos, black eagles, and vicious honey badgers, Kyrat is home to abundant wildlife. As you embark on your hunt for resources, know that something may be hunting you... Scout enemy territory from above in the all-new gyrocopter and then plummet back to earth in your wing suit. Climb aboard the back of a six-ton elephant and unleash its raw power on your enemies. Choose the right weapon for the job, no matter how insane or unpredictable that job might be. With a diverse arsenal, you’ll be prepared for anything.
What it’s like
Far Cry 4 delivers a visceral, high-octane sandbox experience set in the fictional Himalayan nation of Kyrat. The premise places you as Ajay Ghale, returning home to scatter your parents' ashes, only to be thrust into a brutal civil war between rebel factions and a tyrannical regime led by the charismatic antagonist Pagan Min. The core loop revolves around liberating outposts, managing resources, and engaging in chaotic first-person combat using an eclectic arsenal ranging from traditional firearms to improvised explosives. A defining strength is its verticality and traversal; players utilize gyrocopters, wing suits, and even war elephants to navigate a lush, dangerous world filled with diverse wildlife. The tone balances dark political thriller elements with absurd, over-the-top action set pieces. While the narrative follows a familiar liberation structure, the writing shines through Pagan Min’s unpredictable nature and the moral ambiguity of siding with different factions, offering branching outcomes based on player choices rather than linear storytelling.
Strong in CombatExploration / WorldGameplay / MechanicsProgression / ReplayabilityAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersPacingPolish / PerformanceSystems Depth / Build VarietyVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The open-world activities can feel repetitive and formulaic after extended play sessions, relying heavily on established genre tropes without significant innovation. The narrative, while supported by strong character work, remains a secondary vehicle for action and may disappoint players seeking deep, complex plot mechanics.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, metacritic.com, ign.com, pcworld.com, karthbil.wordpress.com, opencritic.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 18, 201412 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 18, 201412 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 18, 201412 years ago |
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 21, 201412 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 21, 201412 years ago |
| PlayStation 5 | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 29, 20251 year ago |
| Xbox Series X|S | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 29, 20251 year ago |
| Google Stadia | Worldwide | Full release | Exact dateno date yet |
