Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon

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  1. Tomle1202
    Apr 5, 2018
    8
    Nothing says 1980s action movies with awesomeness more beautifully than Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon - a mixture of muscular super cyborgs, laser-shooting dragons and lots and lots of explosions.
  2. NotoriousFraud
    Aug 31, 2014
    8
    Blood Dragon is one of the better pieces of downloadable content on the marketplace. It does not require Far Cry 3 to play, its fun on its own merit, and its an all around good buy. However its not perfect. The story while fun and giving the bombastic energy of cyborgs ripping out artificial hearts out of other cyborgs (literally this happens in the game and its awesome) and the thrillsBlood Dragon is one of the better pieces of downloadable content on the marketplace. It does not require Far Cry 3 to play, its fun on its own merit, and its an all around good buy. However its not perfect. The story while fun and giving the bombastic energy of cyborgs ripping out artificial hearts out of other cyborgs (literally this happens in the game and its awesome) and the thrills that have only been seen in the classic 80's action movies that its mimicking but it is also a copy of those same cliches that we've seen in those movies time and time again. Thankfully the story isn't very long and like Far Cry 3 you are free to roam the map after the campaign is complete to do the side missions and take over enemy outposts. But it also has the same problems that Far Cry 3 had like incomplete multiplayer and a few lags and freezes every now and then. It's worth the ten or fifteen bucks for the purchase.… Expand
  3. OHIC
    Jul 17, 2014
    8
    Absolutely superb if you were born in the 70s or earlier, and clearly remember the 80s. It's hard to say if the appeal is diminished for younger players, but I expect they get the jokes about VHS, action films and arcade games just the same. It's a riotous and garish carnival of all the tropes of an era when sci-fi and metal were closer friends than they are today, and it does a muchAbsolutely superb if you were born in the 70s or earlier, and clearly remember the 80s. It's hard to say if the appeal is diminished for younger players, but I expect they get the jokes about VHS, action films and arcade games just the same. It's a riotous and garish carnival of all the tropes of an era when sci-fi and metal were closer friends than they are today, and it does a much better job of affectionately sending up the manly action hero than Duke Nukem ever did.

    It's a short game, reflected in its low price, but there's a lot to do in its large map if you go looking for it. The game doesn't demand that you engage with all of its side activities, but I did and got a good 13 hours of fun out of it in return. It's certainly a game that I'll come back to in the future.    … Expand
  4. BigIzBest
    Dec 19, 2016
    10
    Très bon jeu. Très dépaysant, on se croirant dans un monde imaginaire mélange terminator / futur avec des savants-fous. Les voix des personnages sont très bonnes, le gameplay est similaire a Farcry 3. A jouer absolument avec une manette et si vous ne l'avez pas encore essayé, le jeu n'est pas désuet, alors allez-y!!
  5. Artoorzyn
    May 17, 2017
    9
    Absolutnie niesamowita gra, ze świetną muzyką, konkretną rozgrywką i ironicznym humorem. Nie można przy tej grze mieć złego humoru. Ubisoft wie, jak tworzyć świetne gry.
  6. azeitona
    Dec 10, 2014
    8
    To keep it short: an add-on that's worth much, much more than full games. Unfortunately, it is also too short. But it's a blast from start to finish. Eggscellent!
  7. jimbobslimbob
    Jan 8, 2015
    8
    Farcry 3 meets the 80's. The game is fantastic. Music, sound, voice acting, humour, graphics, weapons - it's brilliant. Anyone that wants a trip down memory lane to an 80's vision of the future tightly packaged in the Farcry 3 engine will love it.

    Jimbo Rating: 8/10
  8. Azazelll
    Feb 18, 2018
    10
    Action, nostalgia, VHS, Terminator, Rocky, sex, drugs, rock-n-roll. Yeah, baby! I want sequel!
  9. Digistruct0r
    Jan 22, 2016
    10
    Gameplay mechanics from Far Cry 3? Check.
    A cyborg that speaks like he has a brush stuck in his throat? Check.
    80s references? Check.
    Neon lights? Check.
    Lasers? Check.
    Humour? Check.

    Yeah the storyline is nothing special and the game is not particularly long, but hell, this is probably THE best FPS game out there.
  10. Vamonte
    Oct 22, 2015
    8
    After about 6 hours of playtime, i think the game is a must have for those who love 80's mood. It has same gameplay as it's predecessor so that means if you like Far Cry 3, you will like this one too. Also there are references to the great 80's flicks like The Terminator, which is one of my favorite movies of all time, and Aliens.
  11. jeffreyeyr
    Sep 10, 2016
    10
    Absolutely awesome. It's hilarious and fun as hell. I've never laughed this much at a video game. They hit all the 80s 90s action tropes perfectly, and the music and voice acting compliment it so well. Gameplay is pretty much the same as Far Cry 3, which isn't a bad thing for me. Brilliant game.
  12. sgthombre
    Sep 23, 2016
    9
    I'm just writing at least 150 characters because I wanted to save this review in a more convenient way to look back at scores that I had given stuff as a user.
  13. Redbeard_Review
    Jan 8, 2017
    10
    The shortest and best FC ever. Nice story, main character and missions; cool ending and soundtrack, and it's also full of funny quotes and references to other sagas. It's that kind of games you love or you hate - from the very beginning.
  14. marcelus
    Mar 17, 2017
    9
    Do it for Lady Liberty! .
  15. CamyVero
    Apr 12, 2021
    8
    Hilarious Far Cry 3 spin-off. Same mechanics as seen in the other game but this one has a different story based in 80's retro-futuristic action movies. Excellent adventure
  16. CoreGamer1408
    Mar 13, 2019
    8
    Blood Dragon had a sci-fi comedy theme full of comic 80's action hero parody references. Surprisingly short for a Far Cry game and considering how big the game world map is. Funniest game I have ever played with so many laugh out loud moments. It was a pure dreamy pleasure to play from start to finish.
  17. nitorita
    Sep 12, 2019
    8
    This was a fun game filled with tons of goofy, cheesy throwbacks to the 80's. It's not super long, but if you've always wanted to play like you were the Terminator, this is definitely a feels-good game to play for a night or two.

    Unfortunately, I couldn't give the game more than an 8 for two reasons. The first being that each main mission takes a long time to complete and it isn't    This was a fun game filled with tons of goofy, cheesy throwbacks to the 80's. It's not super long, but if you've always wanted to play like you were the Terminator, this is definitely a feels-good game to play for a night or two.

    Unfortunately, I couldn't give the game more than an 8 for two reasons. The first being that each main mission takes a long time to complete and it isn't possible to save in the middle of them. This means that if you have to quit for whatever reason, you can't save your game mid-mission and must forfeit all the progress you made up until that point.

    The second reason is that in MY particular case, I had the game BSOD and crash on me several times during my playthrough, which exacerbated the frustration I had from the first reason. YMMV, of course, but I found it rather irritating having to go through the same areas over and over again because of how long each main mission was.

    The ending was a bit underwhelming and the majority of the map is unused and reserved for side missions, but overall, I recommend trying out this game because of how unique it is. You probably won't find another one like this for a very long time.    … Expand
  18. CoKronakan
    May 18, 2019
    9
    Ubisoft went full ham on this game. They let some steam off while creating the most funny, banal yet entertaining game while only reusing all the assets and game engine from Far Cry 3. This game is the embodiment of what can a studio do with it's previous assets.
    The main menu, in game menu and HUD matched perfectly the 80's styled futuristic looking island, and mix that up with puns,    Ubisoft went full ham on this game. They let some steam off while creating the most funny, banal yet entertaining game while only reusing all the assets and game engine from Far Cry 3. This game is the embodiment of what can a studio do with it's previous assets.
    The main menu, in game menu and HUD matched perfectly the 80's styled futuristic looking island, and mix that up with puns, hilarious jokes in the menus and HUD and a stand up comedic as the main character and you have the most fun game I ever played. Spice the open world up with some dragons and fast paced FPS and you have entertaining gameplay for more than 7 hours. The graphics looked familiar due to the reused engine from Far Cry 3 but with a touch of neon-ish futuristic filter and the game is reborn with the same core mechanics and better hit-boxes, visual effects and improved on every aspect where the game was lacking. The AI design was simple, and sometimes falter due to the size of the enemy. The 8-bit animations where amazingly executed and fit the environment so well with the style their where going for.
    No stability issues in the whole game, which means that the systems, game mechanics, etc. worked just as intended.
    The combat was the same as in Far Cry 3 but the weapons got stronger with the futuristic upgrades to fast, but even that felt in place given the fact how short this game's main story really is. So the progression/leveling and talents was resolved in a basic fashion which suited the simplicity and the before mentioned style of the game. It created immersion not only with the environment but with the HUD and menu itself, giving the player the sensation that the HUD really is a part of the main character's programming. The story was just like a short cliche 80's sci-fi movie, but very well polished at that. Even the collectibles had humor value and created immersion in this world.
    Overall this was the most coherent, funny, entertaining and fun to play games of this generation. It was really just the developers making jokes in the best way possible. The only fault is that it was to short of a game. But for some even that can be appreciated. The seriousness is what was really missing and the dramatic effect from the plot that would have made this a 10.    … Expand
  19. Kotofon
    Dec 29, 2021
    8
    Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon – приключенческий шутер от третьего лица. Действия игры разворачиваются в мире Фар Край в будущем, в котором девушку главного персонажа похитили. Теперь ему необходимо убить всех, кто встанет у него на пути и найти антагониста, чтобы сразиться с ним и закончить эту небольшую историю.Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon – приключенческий шутер от третьего лица. Действия игры разворачиваются в мире Фар Край в будущем, в котором девушку главного персонажа похитили. Теперь ему необходимо убить всех, кто встанет у него на пути и найти антагониста, чтобы сразиться с ним и закончить эту небольшую историю.
  20. gameking
    Feb 9, 2022
    8
    Funny and 80s looking version of far cry 3. It has a short play time but still working. Graphics and story tellings are different than other games. It looks like comic book.
  21. Jason_Brody
    Sep 17, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I genuinely think that there are so many reasons why there should be another Blood Dragon, but spin-offs don't really get a sequel often. Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is a phenomenal game, even if its a DLC for the main Far Cry franchise. There is little to explain other than... This is great. You start with a cliche action-movie inspired intro raining bullets on the cyber soldiers below in your attack chopper with Little Richard's Long Tall Sally playing. I mean, how cool does that sound. I'm not going to spoil too much, but you're basically trying to get revenge on your arch enemy Sloan for causing the death of your close friend Spider. There is not much to complain about in Blood Dragon. The gameplay is solid, the map is decently sized, and there is enough game to keep you busy for a while. The only real flaws is that it's way too easy compared to other games in its field, and the gun selection is vert limited. The game feels really easy, even if it's on hard, mainly because the weapon upgrades are very strong and your heath after leveling up a lot, makes you far beyond death. If you overlook those small mistakes, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is a great, fun, comedic, entertaining game that most would agree on.… Expand
  22. Pardoow
    Sep 8, 2019
    8
    Its basically a far cry dlc, but filled with funny and dumb 80s references. Not complaining as the gameplay is still as solid
  23. Helen_Butte
    Nov 2, 2019
    10
    Sometimes Im thinking what was better. This or the basic game. And blood dragon definetely wins! Great story, gameplay and fantastic humor!
  24. samtoy3
    Aug 30, 2023
    8
    Grafikleri seçilen tema ile uyumlu fakat bana biraz basık geldi arada ışıklı mekanlar görmek isterdim.
    Hikayesi iyiydi.(ortalama diyecektim son sahne geldi gözümün önüne) Espiriler falan hoştu. Hikaye anlatımı ise 80s oyun temasındaydı ve güzeldi. Ana görev serisi haricinde yan görevler tekrar eden görevlerdi fakat silah geliştirmeleri vermesi(çok önemli) yapılması için güzel vir nedendi.    Grafikleri seçilen tema ile uyumlu fakat bana biraz basık geldi arada ışıklı mekanlar görmek isterdim.
    Hikayesi iyiydi.(ortalama diyecektim son sahne geldi gözümün önüne) Espiriler falan hoştu. Hikaye anlatımı ise 80s oyun temasındaydı ve güzeldi. Ana görev serisi haricinde yan görevler tekrar eden görevlerdi fakat silah geliştirmeleri vermesi(çok önemli) yapılması için güzel vir nedendi. Ana hikayede sonlara doğru fena boostladı. Oynanış; başlarda kendinizin tırt olduğunu çok net anlıyorsunuz bir ejder öldürmek çok zor geliyor fakat ilerledikçe gelen silah geliştirmeleri ve yetenekler(seviye seviye geliyor seçme yok) cidden geliştiğinizi hissettiriyor. Starlı bi silah alıyoruz son görevde o overpowered bi silah fakat olmasa bile level 30 tüm teçhizatlar açıksa önünüzde duran yok. Gizlilik 3. oyundaki gibi değişen birşey yok, güzel yani. Genel olarak oyunu beğendim, beni baya eğlendirdi. Oyunun ort oynama süresi 8-10 saat.    … Expand
  25. ZZukan
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    Самая веселая и увлекательная часть.
    Такое чувству, что разработчикам просто дали волю, делайте как для себя и у них получилось мой любимый шутер.
    Первый раз когда за мной гнался дракон я чуть не обделался... =)
  26. BenzoSt
    Jul 12, 2022
    8
    This game is copulating hilarious, especially for people who are into 1980’s sci-fi action movies. You play the role of Rex Power Colt, an all-American Mark IV cyber commando! It’s also quite brief – in other words, it’s short and sweet. It's a fairly easy game even on Hard difficulty, but that's perfectly fine since if you approach this silly game as a hardcore gamer, you're probablyThis game is copulating hilarious, especially for people who are into 1980’s sci-fi action movies. You play the role of Rex Power Colt, an all-American Mark IV cyber commando! It’s also quite brief – in other words, it’s short and sweet. It's a fairly easy game even on Hard difficulty, but that's perfectly fine since if you approach this silly game as a hardcore gamer, you're probably doing it wrong. You DON'T need Far Cry 3 to play.… Expand
  27. gotterpotter56
    Feb 13, 2021
    8
    Короткая, но очень интересная и позитивная! В стиле киберпанка из кино 80-тых.
  28. YuriRys
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Конвейер- как знак качества. Очень годный и первый отдон для Far Cry. Но очень короткий(
  29. Oceanboi76
    May 6, 2021
    8
    damn I FK like 80's style and this game has a pretty good story tho but the gameplay is changed from the far cry 3 too but more fun and the map is pretty boring it's just I have nothing to do
  30. kndr
    May 11, 2021
    8
    Story is okay. Definitely not the strongest point of the game. Some nuclear war happened and our character fighting against cyborgs or something.

    Gameplay is same as fc3 but some mechanics are dumbed down. Crafting and learning skill is removed.

    Neon light atmosphere and some references.

    Pretty good overall. Ridiculously fun spin off.
  31. Bruninho1997
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Seu único defeito é ser curto demais, pois ele acerta em cheio em todo o resto, sua gameplay é fantástica e frenética!
  32. Soso4ek
    Nov 10, 2021
    8
    Очень стильный и крутой аддон к балдёжной 3 части. Не радуют лишь халтурно ретекстурнутые модели транспорта и то, что модели тех же животных остались прежними, хотя так и просится что-то более роботическое, чем просто перекрас.Очень стильный и крутой аддон к балдёжной 3 части. Не радуют лишь халтурно ретекстурнутые модели транспорта и то, что модели тех же животных остались прежними, хотя так и просится что-то более роботическое, чем просто перекрас.
  33. StarkAgentos
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    Прошёл игру за 3 часа. Топовая игра в стиле retrowave. Красивая графика, увлекательный геймплей, смешной юмор. Топовая игра.
  34. petrkozak13
    Dec 12, 2021
    9
    This was a shocker. I had no idea what this game was supposed to be but after finishing it i'd say it's on the same level as Far Cry 3.
  35. MagisterJedi_66
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    Although this part has nothing to do with the main Far Cry series, it does not negate the fact that it can help pass your time with its crazy atmosphere in the style of the 80s, fascinating gameplay, as well as excellent graphics for such a game
  36. c13KB
    May 30, 2022
    10
    Эта пожалуй самое лучшее творения юбисофт за последние 10 лет! Кровавый Дракон это маленькое дополнение, созданное к третьей части серии игр Far Cry, сделанное в виде отдельной игры. Игра что и тогда, что и сейчас выглядит бодро. Игра очень динамичная, созданная в стиле ретро панка 80 годов. Так же игра не серьезная, и именно это делает игру особенной частью серии игр Far Cry!Эта пожалуй самое лучшее творения юбисофт за последние 10 лет! Кровавый Дракон это маленькое дополнение, созданное к третьей части серии игр Far Cry, сделанное в виде отдельной игры. Игра что и тогда, что и сейчас выглядит бодро. Игра очень динамичная, созданная в стиле ретро панка 80 годов. Так же игра не серьезная, и именно это делает игру особенной частью серии игр Far Cry!
  37. KSplaTor
    May 30, 2022
    9
    The perfect game for players who want to have the essence of far cry, being very intense, with an ironic humor, and with a crazy but very engaging story.
  38. nastyjes
    Jan 10, 2023
    8
    Beautiful and pretty fun .
  39. armadonpower
    Jun 18, 2023
    10
    Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon's hilarious 80s parody, neon-soaked aesthetic, and addictive gameplay make it a perfect addon to FC3. 10/10.
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#49 Best PC Game of 2013
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#44 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#57 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Worth Playing
    Jul 3, 2013
    80
    Although it wasn't meant to be taken seriously, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is a surprisingly good game.
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  2. PC Gamer UK
    Jun 19, 2013
    81
    It's Far Cry 3 dressed as trashily as you can imagine; the joke only goes so far, but it's definitely fun to play. [July 2013, p.90]
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  3. The Digital Fix
    Jun 19, 2013
    90
    Like wandering through a theme park dedicated to the excess of 80s blockbuster entertainment, Blood Dragon takes Far Cry’s proven gameplay formula and adds humour, a new coat of paint and a script free from qualms of narrative dissonance.
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