Far Cry 4

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7.7

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  1. claytastic
    Jan 25, 2015
    9
    This is one of the best games of the year in my opinion because it actually improves on Far Cry 3. That's probably extremely debatable, but I think it's true. Far Cry 3's story was really cliche, but 4's story is something I've never seen in a game, and that's because your character's goal isn't revenge or money. It's to scatter your mother's ashes. It also adds new weapons and vehiclesThis is one of the best games of the year in my opinion because it actually improves on Far Cry 3. That's probably extremely debatable, but I think it's true. Far Cry 3's story was really cliche, but 4's story is something I've never seen in a game, and that's because your character's goal isn't revenge or money. It's to scatter your mother's ashes. It also adds new weapons and vehicles like the crossbow, and (which is in a way a vehicle) elephants.And last but not least, the world is HUGE! And being able to use a gyrocopter to fly around it makes it even better. This game's slogan doesn't lie. Every second is a story.… Expand
  2. ChazzRabble
    Nov 19, 2014
    9
    I was REALLY enjoying this game... Then I played co op. And now I am LOVING it! No story is necessary to find your own fun in this living / breathing world! Its incredible watching what naturally happens around the world. Cannot wait to get back into it.
  3. kooltrex
    Feb 22, 2015
    9
    This game is phenomal. Normally Ubisoft pisses me off with games like watch dogs and assasins creed, but sometimes they come out with a game you cant help but love,for me that game is far cry 4! One of the best shooters ever! Graphics story and gameplay are all great. Highlty recommended.
  4. Jollukka1
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    Far Cry 4 is fast-based FPS -game, which has beutiful and exotic graphics. So much things to do, even though the story is short.
    This game is prove that Ubisoft doesn't give up with making AAA games. // 8.5 points
  5. SigmaSebas
    Nov 24, 2014
    9
    Es igual de divertido que Far Cry 3. Hay muchas cosas por hacer. Si te gustó el 3, no dudes en comprar el 4. Si no jugaste el 3, DEBES comprar el 4. Lo amarás.
  6. afiktarrakol
    Nov 27, 2014
    9
    This is basically the same game as Far Cry 3 but with mountains instead of beaches. But that is not a bad thing. I loved Far Cry 3 and I'm loving Far Cry 4. There is so much stuff to do in the game that it's unbelievable. The only downside is, when liberating outposts, I'm taking them out one by one with a sniper rifle and they just go back to their daily lives after looking for me for aThis is basically the same game as Far Cry 3 but with mountains instead of beaches. But that is not a bad thing. I loved Far Cry 3 and I'm loving Far Cry 4. There is so much stuff to do in the game that it's unbelievable. The only downside is, when liberating outposts, I'm taking them out one by one with a sniper rifle and they just go back to their daily lives after looking for me for a minute. I mean, come on man, your buddy has a hole in his head over there, don't you think you should investigate further? Still great game. I only wish other games had this much content.… Expand
  7. Warcheron629
    Nov 29, 2014
    9
    Great game. If you like farcry 3 then no doubt you'll enjoy this game. The world is so huge, there is so much stuff to do, and tons of items to collect that you'll be playing this game for months to complete it. My only complaints about this game is the usual bugs and glitches, some of them can be annoying but not really game breaking.
  8. Iceberg91
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    Great game,after unity i thought that far cry 4 wasn't good,instead it surprised me a lot.longevity,graphics,story are excellent,the only bug is that this game is too similar to far cry 3 but for this time ok.Far cry 5 must innovate.
  9. YoModaFoca
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    Finally a real AAA game from Ubisoft this year. This game is awesome, from graphics to story, the setting is amazing, emotional soundtrack, and Pagan Min is a great antagonist. So in my opnion, excellent game, I would give it a 10 if it wasn't the lack of innovations in the gameplay.
  10. Fubar57
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    I don't get the issue with this game being like far cry 3. That was pretty obvious before it came out. Its a lot like Far Cry 3 but that's definitely a plus considering that is a great game. What matters is if its a fresh experience, and it is. The story is good, the graphics are beautiful. Gameplay wise, pretty much everything is improved from Far Cry 3 and they have added some cool newI don't get the issue with this game being like far cry 3. That was pretty obvious before it came out. Its a lot like Far Cry 3 but that's definitely a plus considering that is a great game. What matters is if its a fresh experience, and it is. The story is good, the graphics are beautiful. Gameplay wise, pretty much everything is improved from Far Cry 3 and they have added some cool new features and refinements. If you have played Far Cry 3 everything will be very familiar but its definitely unique in its own right and just as fun if not more than 3. Seems like its popular to hate on Ubisoft games right now but this game deserves all the praise, great fun.… Expand
  11. joelg92
    Nov 19, 2014
    9
    This game is truly amazing! It takes everything right that Far Cry 3 did well and just improved upon it. Story is great and the landscape view from the distance is just phenomenal. Upgrades are a lot of fun in this game and the fact that you can play through the campaign however you want really makes it unique! The Co-op mode is a whole lot of fun when playing with friends too. EndlessThis game is truly amazing! It takes everything right that Far Cry 3 did well and just improved upon it. Story is great and the landscape view from the distance is just phenomenal. Upgrades are a lot of fun in this game and the fact that you can play through the campaign however you want really makes it unique! The Co-op mode is a whole lot of fun when playing with friends too. Endless action and a very large map that will be sure to keep you exploring for months to come. Worth every penny!… Expand
  12. PrattHat20
    Nov 19, 2014
    9
    Simply put this game is just a blast to play!! While the story and the characters aren't anything special, the real fun is found in just exploring the beautiful open world and just doing some crazy stuff that you can only do in a far cry game. This game will keep you busy for a long time and I am so glad it did not disappoint.
  13. johnnythorpe
    Nov 21, 2014
    9
    brilliant is the first thing in my head a couple of hours into the game and my opinion has jumped to amazing ten hours into the game. from hunting, exploring, random chaos the game is a well done mark up from far cry 3. the only downside is the characters are a little weaker than the last edition but thats such a minor point given there is so much more on offer in the world, half the timebrilliant is the first thing in my head a couple of hours into the game and my opinion has jumped to amazing ten hours into the game. from hunting, exploring, random chaos the game is a well done mark up from far cry 3. the only downside is the characters are a little weaker than the last edition but thats such a minor point given there is so much more on offer in the world, half the time you forget there is a main story mission because you are lost in the hunting, discovering and side quests. top top game thats going to keep me coming back time and time again… Expand
  14. Sergi
    Mar 23, 2015
    9
    Мне нравятся игры серии FarCry. Пусть у каждого своя любимая часть. Мне до выхода данной игры нравилась более всего 3 часть. Единственный недостаток которой я видел лишь в битве с боссами в галлюцинационном мире. Это раздражало немного. В данной - четвёртой части, это отчасти тоже сохранилось. Но благо лишь в одном моменте принудительно. Остальные же путешествия в мир галлюцинацийМне нравятся игры серии FarCry. Пусть у каждого своя любимая часть. Мне до выхода данной игры нравилась более всего 3 часть. Единственный недостаток которой я видел лишь в битве с боссами в галлюцинационном мире. Это раздражало немного. В данной - четвёртой части, это отчасти тоже сохранилось. Но благо лишь в одном моменте принудительно. Остальные же путешествия в мир галлюцинаций осуществляются по желанию игрока.

    Теперь ближе к делу. Карта стала больше. И заняться на ней больше чем стало - это разнообразные события (кармы), миссии компании, дополнительные миссии.
    Как всегда, экстравагантный главный злодей. Правда один он такой здесь. Остальные так себе. Но зато его с лихвой хватает.
    В целом, геймплей не изменился. Добавились некоторые нововведения. Кое-что упростили. Что только пошло на пользу. Ведь теперь не приходиться тратить доп.время или выделенную ячейку оружия на что-то стороннее.

    Сюжет как и в 3 части хороший. Но на мой взгляд, все-таки слабее. Введение моральных выборов ему добавило остроты. Игра стала интереснее в каком-то плане. Но вот мотивация ГГ не раскрыта так ярко, как в 3 части. Я бы даже сказал, она вообще не совсем понятна.
    Это то обстоятельство, которое сделало сюжет в данной части слабее третьей. В 3 части герой сначала спасал своих друзей, свою любимую. А потом, проникся чувствами и к предводительнице повстанцев. И здесь были понятны его мотивы. В четвёртой части этого нет. Ведь, по сути, по сюжету главный герой не борется за идею, он не одержим ей. Он приехал для другого. Он не проникся идеей сопротивления. Он даже толком и не понял, что происходит, пытался разобраться. Поэтому, с одной стороны сюжет стал интереснее из-за введения моральных выборов, из-за борьбы, из-за интриг, которые разворачиваются. А с другой, главный герой как бы стоит отдельно от этого. И не понятно что его мотивирует. Отсюда, не понятно его такое ярое стремление помогать именно повстанцам.
    В 3 части личные мотивы ГГ способствовали его вхождению и принятию стороны повстанцев. Они помогали ему, он им. А здесь не совсем понятно, почему он выбрал сторону именно повстанцев. Пейган Мин не показался таким отвратительным. И мне лично он импонировал больше в некоторых моментах, чем предводители повстанцев. Да и оказать помощь в исполнении миссии главного героя он также мог.
    В итоге, Аджай легко мог стать на сторону Пейгана. И на мой взгляд, необходимо было добавить именно данный выбор в начале игры.
    Введение романтической линии, могло бы разрешить проблему мотивации главного героя. Проникся Аджай чувствами к кому-то из повстанцев-женщин (Амите, например, или другой героине, которую можно было бы ввести, например, еще в автобусе, где её вместе с ним забирают и судьба ей становиться не известной, и он пытается разобраться в этом, спасти её и т.п.). Но не сложилось.

    Звуковое сопровождение в данной части мне понравилось больше. Оно более в тему, что ли, к определённому моменту. Игра стала более эмоционально насыщенной, включая и вследствие этого.

    Подводим итог. Геймплей, музыка на высоте. Они заслуживают 10 баллов. А вот сюжет, пусть и с моральными выборами стал, но подкачал. Отдельно за сюжет поставил только 7. И именно за моральные выборы. Не будь их, оценка была бы не выше 5.
    В итоге общая оценка 9.    … Expand
  15. TheTrophyHunter
    Nov 27, 2014
    9
    first of all farcry 4 is an amazing open world game with very beautiful locations to discover and visit.the shooting mechanic is good and there are a lots of weapons too. also there is a fantastic mini helicopter that gives you the oprtunity to fly and shoot from the air .farcry 4 have tons of side missions such as hunting,racing, saving hostages bomb defusing and lots of outposts tofirst of all farcry 4 is an amazing open world game with very beautiful locations to discover and visit.the shooting mechanic is good and there are a lots of weapons too. also there is a fantastic mini helicopter that gives you the oprtunity to fly and shoot from the air .farcry 4 have tons of side missions such as hunting,racing, saving hostages bomb defusing and lots of outposts to liberate.the only negative of this game is that the story is weak and confusing… Expand
  16. BL4K3
    Nov 28, 2014
    9
    This game is nearly identical to its predessor, but if you enjoyed far cry 3 and did not want it to end then this game is perfect for you. There is so much to do in Kyrat's open world, and there are so many options in which you can do it. This will ensure that you could play for several hours on end and not get bored. You can go in with a bow and silently take everybody out, or you canThis game is nearly identical to its predessor, but if you enjoyed far cry 3 and did not want it to end then this game is perfect for you. There is so much to do in Kyrat's open world, and there are so many options in which you can do it. This will ensure that you could play for several hours on end and not get bored. You can go in with a bow and silently take everybody out, or you can ride and elephant into an enemy base and trample over all of the royal armies men. Overall, this game is nearly perfect, I just wish the story could be a little more gripping.… Expand
  17. Keys1989
    Dec 18, 2014
    9
    This was my first Far Cry game. It takes quite a bit to get me to like a FPS, I didn't just like Far Cry 4, I loved it!

    Graphics are stunning IMO, the frame rate is silky smooth, I don't recall any slow down at all. The freedom that comes in battle is what I enjoyed most. Go stealth, go guns a blazing, toss some steaks at the enemy and watch the animals do your work for you, perhaps    This was my first Far Cry game. It takes quite a bit to get me to like a FPS, I didn't just like Far Cry 4, I loved it!

    Graphics are stunning IMO, the frame rate is silky smooth, I don't recall any slow down at all. The freedom that comes in battle is what I enjoyed most. Go stealth, go guns a blazing, toss some steaks at the enemy and watch the animals do your work for you, perhaps mount an elephant and do some stampeding. It's all good times no matter the approach. The co-op was a blast, hunting missions, capturing outposts/fortresses basically anything I could do with a friend I did. The other online modes all run really well for me and I have spent a few hours mucking about. Nothing to mind blowing but still pretty fun.

    The story was fine, not great but it held my attention. The main quest that you have to do by yourself was really fun, the missions aren't to short or to long, very well paced IMO.

    The biggest compliment I can pay this game is that I did not want to stop playing until I had completed it. 40 hours of pure fun is good value IMO. With solid online modes the replay value is pretty high as well. All in all this game was a very pleasant surprise for myself.    … Expand
  18. Fair-Reviews
    Dec 9, 2014
    9
    I will not give out 10's very often, but this game just falls short of earning it and I can't even explain why that is. It is the best FPS I've played and I've played a lot of them. Whether you're taking an out-post or saving a hostage, it's intense, and just challenging enough to get you hooked. The stealth is very well done and the weapon selection is great. The world is huge also, whichI will not give out 10's very often, but this game just falls short of earning it and I can't even explain why that is. It is the best FPS I've played and I've played a lot of them. Whether you're taking an out-post or saving a hostage, it's intense, and just challenging enough to get you hooked. The stealth is very well done and the weapon selection is great. The world is huge also, which is very pleasant when you find your self searching mountains for an entrance to a tomb to grab some treasure. Oh, I can't leave out the map editor. That is a great thing for this game and I believe more console games need it. You need to try custom outpost missions. They are a blast! I really don't have anything negative to say about this game.… Expand
  19. Toophat82
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    Another good far cry title what more is there to say honestly the game is that good for the type of game that it is and tries to be. It's hard to argue otherwise unlike this type of game isn't your thing. Only thing I think can be done better is the length And focus of the main story can be done better but then again games with open worlds like far cry has this always ends up one of itsAnother good far cry title what more is there to say honestly the game is that good for the type of game that it is and tries to be. It's hard to argue otherwise unlike this type of game isn't your thing. Only thing I think can be done better is the length And focus of the main story can be done better but then again games with open worlds like far cry has this always ends up one of its lowest or weakest points sometimes so I just hope on next far cry Ubisoft addresses this. Lastly one think I would like to see Ubisoft do more of is DLC, something I feel isn't their biggest strength and that they don't seem to ever have a lot of for any of their games, btw I mean DLC like full expansions basically meaningful DLC that adds to or continues the main story. Which is something that could help make the main story in Far Cry 4 longer and stronger and in fact releasing lots of this type of DLC is what is normally done with with open world type games and something Ubisoft needs to do more of and get better at.

    Lastly I would just like to add that one thing I love about Ubisoft is how they stick to what works when it comes to their games and franchises and that I like since going with something completely diferent and new is not always the best route or what's wanted when it comes to what's best or next for a proven franchise/game. Also I feel Ubisoft has been doing some great things for the most part and has some great franchises and games even while all may not have gone right or perfectly like watchdogs, they still have some of the best games and franchises In the gaming industry and with another new franchise soon to be added and born named Division the future is only looking brighter for Ubisoft and I'm only loving it and loving the direction they have gone, just keep the games coming Ubisoft, as long as you deliver you will always have my money. I'm playing Far cry 4, AC Unity, and AC Rogue and I already can't wait for " Victory" xD............    … Expand
  20. Kiesenberg
    Dec 12, 2014
    9
    It is most certainly more of the same, but I fail to see how that's a bad thing? I personally loved Far Cry 3, and so this latest instalment managed to keep me just as engaged as that game did, if not more so. Ubisoft haven't exactly had the best year in terms of broken releases, but Far Cry 4 plays well and I haven't encountered any horrendous bugs which have hindered gameplay. PutIt is most certainly more of the same, but I fail to see how that's a bad thing? I personally loved Far Cry 3, and so this latest instalment managed to keep me just as engaged as that game did, if not more so. Ubisoft haven't exactly had the best year in terms of broken releases, but Far Cry 4 plays well and I haven't encountered any horrendous bugs which have hindered gameplay. Put simply, if you enjoyed Far Cry 3 or open-world games in general, then this will no doubt provide you with hours upon hours of entertainment.… Expand
  21. MrJnight14
    Dec 13, 2014
    9
    I waited for this game to come out for around 3 months and when I first got my hands on it, I loved it. The graphics were amazing, the story was compelling and the game play in general was spectacular. The main campaign could have been longer but the addicting side-missions compensates for it.
  22. Sith_Malice_003
    Jan 16, 2015
    9
    Similar to Far Cry 3, but that is not a bad thing, loads to do, great graphics (could have run a bit smoother?)
    Personally i preferred Far Cry 3s story and setting better, but this is still a great game, huge map, and some unique moments unseen before in any game, Great.
  23. DBPirate1129
    Feb 26, 2017
    9
    I am generally not a fan of first-person shooter games. Most of them are just trying to be a bit too edgy in my opinion. Far Cry 4 breaks away from that stereotype by giving exploration, story, involvement in the characters, and side missions a focus and not just mindless shooting without any real gameplay.

    By far my favorite part of Far Cry 4 is the open world. I sometimes didn't touch    I am generally not a fan of first-person shooter games. Most of them are just trying to be a bit too edgy in my opinion. Far Cry 4 breaks away from that stereotype by giving exploration, story, involvement in the characters, and side missions a focus and not just mindless shooting without any real gameplay.

    By far my favorite part of Far Cry 4 is the open world. I sometimes didn't touch the story for days and instead ran across Kyrat, taking down the Royal Army and just seeing what I could discover. I may not see the same locations or people every day and I may not get into the same situations. The amount of variety on display is simply staggering. It's fun to just mess around in the open world before returning to the mission-based narrative.

    That's not intended as a slight to the story. In fact, I found the story to be much better than Far Cry 3's cliché-driven, over the top drug fest. The protagonist, Ajay, is much more likable than Jason. I actually felt as if I was having an effect on Kyrat and its people. Far Cry 4's story was also much more my style--it is morally grey as opposed to 3's black and white story. Sometimes you may like the leaders of the Golden Path, sometimes you may prefer Pagan. I also really liked the choices dynamic where you decide whether or not you should side with Amita or Sabal. I wish that the writers took it one step further and allowed us to side with Pagan on some missions though. That would've been a real treat.

    I found the gameplay incredibly addicting. The map is simplistic and straightforward as opposed to games like AC: Unity or LEGO Force Awakens (a niche example, I know) where you are flooded with so many things that you don't even know where to start and you don't know what's happening. The sense of progression in the game is very well done as well. You always feel like you can get better. There's almost always skills and weapons out there that are better than what you have now.

    Far Cry 4 is a very, very good game. Though the gameplay is not changed much, the overall experience is a massive improvement over Far Cry 3. It simply cannot be argued.    … Expand
  24. CoSMiiCBLaST
    Jan 18, 2015
    9
    As someone who played this game so much that in 3 days I Platinumed it I need to get a few things off my chest...

    The story isn't bad but it isn't good either but honestly I couldn't care less as most missions were so much fun that I forgot what I was even doing. Many people think it's too much like FC3 and that's fine and I agree in some ways such as the fact that all the guns that    As someone who played this game so much that in 3 days I Platinumed it I need to get a few things off my chest...

    The story isn't bad but it isn't good either but honestly I couldn't care less as most missions were so much fun that I forgot what I was even doing.

    Many people think it's too much like FC3 and that's fine and I agree in some ways such as the fact that all the guns that are also in FC3 look and sound EXACTLY the same but thankfully the game does have alot more guns.

    The multiplayer is terrible so don't bother except for the trophies.    … Expand
  25. Shoshin
    Jan 24, 2015
    9
    I don't know what Ajay did before he came to the Kyrat, but he soon seems to become an elite commando capable of killing hundreds of men single-handedly. I have to assume, by how quickly he adapts to the killing, that he's a sociopath. I don't remember him voicing too much in the way of doubts or apprehension, I just remember him volunteering to assassinate people and take out whole campsI don't know what Ajay did before he came to the Kyrat, but he soon seems to become an elite commando capable of killing hundreds of men single-handedly. I have to assume, by how quickly he adapts to the killing, that he's a sociopath. I don't remember him voicing too much in the way of doubts or apprehension, I just remember him volunteering to assassinate people and take out whole camps about 10 minutes after being rescued.

    This is called the "character introduction" phase of story telling, and FarCry just decides to pretty much skip it. But you know what? Screw it. We know what we're all here for - let the chaos commence!

    This game is a lot of fun. It jumps straight into the action and you immediately get a lot of freedom to roam about. The pace is set nicely with a lot of random encounters and a steady scattering of collectables, which helps to keep up the momentum whilst exploring the beautiful landscape. It also has the usual crazy type characters, and good humour. If you liked FarCry 3 you'll love 4.    … Expand
  26. Aizendj
    Jan 29, 2015
    9
    Best game so far, Period. Nothing can be compared to the beauty and quality of this game. Only problem is that online game is not appreciate as it really should. otherwise, its a masterpiece.
  27. hjthrossell
    Feb 8, 2015
    9
    Great fun, storyline a bit dull and some missions can be frustrating, but I can forgive that from a game where I can attack an enemy base of the back of an elephant with a flamethrower.
  28. Faceless2015
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    I put hours into this game and I could say I was pleased and I was ashamed. Really with a name and legacy of FAR CRY you THINK they will put some new stuff into it. NOPE, all you get is little here and there changes. But its not a bad game. The ps4 lived up to it's name by its beautiful graphics. I love the far cry franchise and I hope they stick around. But if they don't put effort intoI put hours into this game and I could say I was pleased and I was ashamed. Really with a name and legacy of FAR CRY you THINK they will put some new stuff into it. NOPE, all you get is little here and there changes. But its not a bad game. The ps4 lived up to it's name by its beautiful graphics. I love the far cry franchise and I hope they stick around. But if they don't put effort into new stuff and ideas you will end up like another call of duty. Please to all the gamers. Change, do things no one ever did.… Expand
  29. GondorianDotCom
    Feb 15, 2015
    9
    Fantastic! I love riding an elephant into battle, holding my recurve bow with an explosive arrow ready to go, or throwing knives to chuck. If this had just a bit more depth to give some emotional tie to the character whose eyes you are looking out of, I'd score it 10, but it really is still a joy to play.
  30. Oijman
    Feb 16, 2015
    9
    Really impressive looking game with a nice atmosphere! There is plenty to do and the gameplay is a lot of fun! Best game I played since I got my PS4!
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#17 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#9 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 83 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 75 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 83
  3. Negative: 0 out of 83
  1. Eurogamer Poland
    Jan 14, 2015
    80
    For enthusiast of pure fun and open world shooting. Everything's in its right place and perfectly arranged, with added bonus of cooperative adventures.
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  2. Arcade Sushi
    Jan 13, 2015
    90
    An overwhelming adventure full of violence, warring factions, exploration and the craziest badgers you’ll ever see.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 13, 2015
    90
    A wild and varied sandbox shooter that dazzles with sublime scenery and delights with a thriving animal ecosystem. Frosty fun guaranteed. [Jan 2015, p.75]
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