Far Cry 4

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  1. CroatBoii
    May 7, 2015
    10
    Wow... This game was a perfect 10/10 for me. Great story, great gunplay, great replay-ability, great graphics, etc. The story missions were not too repetitive and the side missions were great as well. Must buy for fans of this series or those looking for a good game to pickup.
  2. Sesterhenn
    May 14, 2015
    7
    It's a very fun game, but it lacks of some variation on gameplay, missions and different environments on the map, although be huge it only have the same things to do.
  3. WrathOfTheFin
    May 17, 2015
    10
    An incredible game that has a great story littered with meaningful choices, a diverse and exciting open world, an exceptional array of crafting and skill-set abilities, massive amounts of customizable weaponry and a huge amount of fun to get out of it. After 50 hours of pure, unbridled fun I am still only 40% complete and have many more places to explore and people to kill with a goldenAn incredible game that has a great story littered with meaningful choices, a diverse and exciting open world, an exceptional array of crafting and skill-set abilities, massive amounts of customizable weaponry and a huge amount of fun to get out of it. After 50 hours of pure, unbridled fun I am still only 40% complete and have many more places to explore and people to kill with a golden AK-47, pink handgun and tiger-striped sniper. On top of that, there is an entertaining and brilliant map-editor and browser, where you can make preposterous battles and play them as many times as you want, alone or in co-op. there's even an incredible multiplayer that I got hours of fun out of, with perks, customizable guns and even the opportunity to be brazen bow-and-arrow killing machines. What's not to love? My only complaint is a very slight graphical issue with pop-in, but that is to be expected in a gigantic open-world game like this, and does not hinder the game in any way. A must-have, and a masterpiece of the gaming world.… Expand
  4. Cartman_101
    May 17, 2015
    10
    Best game of 2014!very enjoyable ! You can complete the game 100% and get all the trophies and still not get bored of it . Would definetly recommend this to every single one of my friends. The dlc are also a lot of fun.
  5. K5000i
    Aug 1, 2016
    7
    another 1 of the 1st ps4 games i got ,., & its still pretty good ,., but its realy a just a flasher looking far cry 3 ,., but to be clear i played some of far cry 2 then got fc4 & long after that picked up fc3 for cheap ,., its hard to look at but the 3rd 1 seemed to hav better variety missions where as 4 is a choice of say 5-6 types done 5-6 time ,., was still gd fun if not less of theanother 1 of the 1st ps4 games i got ,., & its still pretty good ,., but its realy a just a flasher looking far cry 3 ,., but to be clear i played some of far cry 2 then got fc4 & long after that picked up fc3 for cheap ,., its hard to look at but the 3rd 1 seemed to hav better variety missions where as 4 is a choice of say 5-6 types done 5-6 time ,., was still gd fun if not less of the same if updated looks… Expand
  6. Crisiscore7iet
    Dec 16, 2015
    7
    Far Cry 4 is a lot of fun throught the game, but it kind of gets old and boring kind of fast. It has great weaponsto choose from, great huge open world environemnt, and many side mission to do. The protaginist is kind of a wimp and boring, but the main enemy maks up for it as he is just AWSOME!!(Played by Troy Baker). Any Far Cry fan will really loike this game, but if your a regularFar Cry 4 is a lot of fun throught the game, but it kind of gets old and boring kind of fast. It has great weaponsto choose from, great huge open world environemnt, and many side mission to do. The protaginist is kind of a wimp and boring, but the main enemy maks up for it as he is just AWSOME!!(Played by Troy Baker). Any Far Cry fan will really loike this game, but if your a regular person who never really tried the series, youve been warned!!… Expand
  7. Tazcat2011
    Sep 5, 2015
    8
    I would give this an 8.5. It takes what worked in FC3 and improved upon it especially in the ditching of an annoying main protagonist and his dude-bro pals. The main antagonist of FC4 is as charming and funny as his dangerous which makes for a Bond-esque villain. The locale is pretty and immersive and makes me feel like I'm in an exotic and dangerous country. The story is good enough toI would give this an 8.5. It takes what worked in FC3 and improved upon it especially in the ditching of an annoying main protagonist and his dude-bro pals. The main antagonist of FC4 is as charming and funny as his dangerous which makes for a Bond-esque villain. The locale is pretty and immersive and makes me feel like I'm in an exotic and dangerous country. The story is good enough to tie the action together but the real joy is just exploring the terrain.

    I really don't see how a professional reviewer can honestly score this a 50/100, it comes off as petty as there is no major issues in gameplay or controls.    … Expand
  8. PuffyPufferFish
    Jun 1, 2015
    8
    Far Cry 4 is amazing unfortunately a few flaws set my score for this game back to an 8.

    Positives + Cool story with Awesome characters Fun bad ass Guns Amazing terrain scenery and graphics Gun play feels natural and fluid Take downs are as awesome as ever Awesome villain! Negatives - Fells quite samey if you played Far Cry 3 Needed more guns Why cant we fly planes or any    Far Cry 4 is amazing unfortunately a few flaws set my score for this game back to an 8.

    Positives +
    Cool story with Awesome characters
    Fun bad ass Guns
    Amazing terrain scenery and graphics
    Gun play feels natural and fluid
    Take downs are as awesome as ever
    Awesome villain!

    Negatives -
    Fells quite samey if you played Far Cry 3
    Needed more guns
    Why cant we fly planes or any other air vehicles besides the gyro copter? WHY UBI!    … Expand
  9. Speak2Easy
    Jun 3, 2015
    8
    Let me start off by saying that I was a big fan of the first Far Cry game. Far Cry 2 was fun amidst it's pacing problems. Far Cry 3's setting and gameplay didn't entertain me, so I never continued playing that game. As for Far Cry 4 (the little footage online I had seen), I never wanted to buy it until the Yeti's DLC intrigued me. You jump right into the action in this game.

    Far Cry 4's    Let me start off by saying that I was a big fan of the first Far Cry game. Far Cry 2 was fun amidst it's pacing problems. Far Cry 3's setting and gameplay didn't entertain me, so I never continued playing that game. As for Far Cry 4 (the little footage online I had seen), I never wanted to buy it until the Yeti's DLC intrigued me. You jump right into the action in this game.

    Far Cry 4's gameplay is fun and even though you do some of the same things again, it never feels repetitive and boring. I love the fictional land with breathtaking views. The quests are diverse, but the real fun begins when you start doing the main missions associated with the story. The characters are great and memorable throughout. I love the villain in this game. The opening of the game made me laugh and pumped me up for what was to come. There's not very many games that do that right. I was ready to learn more of what the land of Kyrat had to offer.

    Explosions are exhilarating and there are a plethora of weapons to choose from and unlock. The hunting is great as well. I've never been a big fan of stealth, but in this game it does require you to be stealthy at some points in the game. It doesn't take away from the overall experience and I'll condone it for now. I have never gotten a 100 percent in a game before, but this game makes me want to continue playing.

    PROS:

    - Huge and beautiful vast world to explore (The first use of my PS4's snap a pic feature) So pretty.
    - Gyrocopters and many other exciting ways to traverse the landscape.
    - The Villain is fascinating. Memorable characters
    - Fun weapons and gameplay
    - Story is intriguing
    - The Shangri-La and the Yogi and Reggie missions are great additions. They provide a change of pace and scenery.

    CONS:

    - Needs more variety in quests.
    - There's no use for the sleep feature. I haven't used it once.
    - Audio logs would have been a better and memorable use for the countless notes you come across.
    - Driving is awkward since you use the same stick for forward and reverse.
    - Would love to have different structuring in the radio towers. They all look and feel the same.    … Expand
  10. bper2170
    Jun 5, 2015
    8
    Great Story, great and long gameplay (over 50 hours if you really into exploring the open world), great characters, the game is just beautifully made allowing you to go through all Kyrat looking for an adventure. One limitation can be its repetition as its a very long game compared to the average 20 hours game, but its totally worth the price considering you can play online co op withGreat Story, great and long gameplay (over 50 hours if you really into exploring the open world), great characters, the game is just beautifully made allowing you to go through all Kyrat looking for an adventure. One limitation can be its repetition as its a very long game compared to the average 20 hours game, but its totally worth the price considering you can play online co op with other mate (without having the game) and against over players!… Expand
  11. PeterAlexander
    Aug 10, 2018
    7
    Far Cry 4 is a truly beautiful game. Whilst the gameplay is slightly underwhelming and the story lacking in the emotional department, the world is fully immersive and will leave you exploring for hours.
  12. theShockdaddy
    Dec 1, 2015
    9
    This is my first Far Cry game and went in with a fresh and open mind. No stigma about the past games in the franchise. I returned Battlefront and picked this up for $20 hoping it would intrigue me. It did more than that. I judge a game by how entertained I am and what I like to call the Mistress Factor. Mistress because I find myself torn between my fiancee and putting time in on thisThis is my first Far Cry game and went in with a fresh and open mind. No stigma about the past games in the franchise. I returned Battlefront and picked this up for $20 hoping it would intrigue me. It did more than that. I judge a game by how entertained I am and what I like to call the Mistress Factor. Mistress because I find myself torn between my fiancee and putting time in on this game. Mistress Factor is at a 10 right now. I'm only about 3 hours in and this game is going to have me wrapped up for a while.

    It's a beautiful game graphically first and foremost. The landscape they used is breathtaking. I'm a big FPS guy so the game play is right up my alley. Exploration in the game is amazing. You can just doing whatever quests you want and you get drawn in no matter how small it may seem. The crafting, the progression, the skill tree. It is all amazing.

    I'm kicking myself for waiting so long to jump on the Far Cry bandwagon but now I'm here and I plan on staying. I was so disappointed with the new games that just dropped and all the hype. COD and Battlefront are just so freaking disappointed but Far Cry 4 gives gamers hope.    … Expand
  13. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    6
    I feel like this one had a lot of hype off that great E3 demo. The game is really just the same as previous ones, but with a new protagonist and antagonist. Adding Troy Baker was a great idea, but they don't give him much. Also the same gameplay we've seen for a while now.
  14. Nel
    Dec 18, 2016
    7
    great fun, lots of fine details that you can do, get new weapon, get new things do several mission that are really great. The deal with the missions and the freedom to explore never gets old.
  15. Jackpank
    Jul 3, 2015
    8
    One of the best PS4 games with an almost unlimited world. Unfortunately the enemies seemed too easy and the story length was a bit abrupt but the story itself and replayability even it out.
  16. Desi101don
    Jul 7, 2015
    8
    I actually loved the large open world of far cry 4 there was so much to do and and you could do it in different ways. There were a few brilliant characters e.g. pagan Min, Amita, Sabal and Longinus other not so much. The story is similar to far cry 3 but more weaker with a weak protanganist(The story is still quite good though). But still it doesn't mean you should't buy the game. If youI actually loved the large open world of far cry 4 there was so much to do and and you could do it in different ways. There were a few brilliant characters e.g. pagan Min, Amita, Sabal and Longinus other not so much. The story is similar to far cry 3 but more weaker with a weak protanganist(The story is still quite good though). But still it doesn't mean you should't buy the game. If you played far cry 3 (which I haven't) won't enjoy the game in a fantastic way. However for newcomers it will be a complete joy.
    The AI is fantastic and more realistic. As random animals will chase each other or opposing sides will actually fight each other, this is even in outside the campaign. Even when you throw a rock multiple times to lure your enemy it won't go to that particular place but search the area. There is a range of dialogue of the enemies.

    Final verdict: An outstanding interactive open world game with a decent storyline but with a few great character(but none are better than Vaas and Buck.)    … Expand
  17. Lazlo21
    Jul 27, 2015
    7
    I don't usually play first person shooters, let alone finish them. Far Cry 4 holds the title of one of the only ones that i can say i played all the way through and enjoyed. While it does not hold up to Far Cry 3 (another FPS that i finished.)

    The game starts off with the same cutscene that we saw in the reveal trailer. Here, i could tell that the graphics weren't exactly going to be    I don't usually play first person shooters, let alone finish them. Far Cry 4 holds the title of one of the only ones that i can say i played all the way through and enjoyed. While it does not hold up to Far Cry 3 (another FPS that i finished.)

    The game starts off with the same cutscene that we saw in the reveal trailer. Here, i could tell that the graphics weren't exactly going to be this game's strong point. You could easily tell this was cross-gen. So the actual game starts, and it feels just like a far cry game. The way you can see the character's feet on the pedals as they drive, the way you can turn your head around to look behind you while driving. It just feels so immersive.

    The story is not too complicated. Something about a civil war between the dictator Pagan Min (voiced by troy Baker!) and the people of Kyrat. You play as Ajay Ghale who is the new martyr for the people, or something like that. The missions offer a nice variety, and are enough to keep you sticking around if you don't care for the story. My favorites include the arena mission, and some of the missions up in the Himalayas. There is a huge variety of guns to choose from, in which i enjoy a good, silenced, long range sniper rifle.

    Outside the story is is a whole lot to do. Maybe a little too much. I enjoy taking out the enemy outposts. (Once again, long range, silenced sniper rifle.) There are also hunting challenges, crafting challenges, convoys, drug trips, arena survival games, and a whole lot more. After he story i only had about 19 percent of the game done, including a few side things.

    A gripe of mine with the game is the characters. None of them are really interesting, including Ajay. Also, a good majority are really badly acted. Troy Baker is excellent as Min though. Oh, and concerning Pagan Min, he's not Vaas. I could really tell that they were trying to make a villain better and scarier, but in the end turned out like a copy. He was still entertaining though, although has a thin presence throughout the story.

    Far Cry 4 is most likely the best First Person shooter on the next gen systems. I would highly recommend it, granted it's flaws. 7/10    … Expand
  18. RockStarGamers
    Jul 28, 2015
    8
    Far Cry 4 is a good game. It has a few annoying features and the occasional bug, but the gunplay is solid and the characters are interesting. I don't think it's as good as Far Cry 3, but that could just be me.
  19. AbstractCat
    Aug 21, 2015
    8
    Hidden in the towering Himalayas lies a country steeped in tradition and violence. You are Ajay Ghale, returning to the country of your birth, the lush forests and harsh snow capped summits of Kyrat, to fulfill your mother’s dying wish of spreading her ashes. This vast and unpredictable country offers visitors opportunity and danger. You quickly find yourself caught up in a rebellion toHidden in the towering Himalayas lies a country steeped in tradition and violence. You are Ajay Ghale, returning to the country of your birth, the lush forests and harsh snow capped summits of Kyrat, to fulfill your mother’s dying wish of spreading her ashes. This vast and unpredictable country offers visitors opportunity and danger. You quickly find yourself caught up in a rebellion to overthrow the oppressive regime of Pagan Min, a figure known as much for his sense of style and charisma as for his cruelty and naked brutality. Navigating the treacherous landscape, you find your fate increasingly determined by the choices you make because in Kyrat, and every second is a story. In Far Cry 4, you’ll conquer fortress outposts from the back of a 6-ton elephant and take to the skies as you rain down explosives from your moving perch in the gyrocopter. The vertical landscape of the Himalayas isn’t just a gorgeous backdrop, but a playground that encourages the player to fight, hunt and explore, grappling cliffs or launching into the air, plummeting to the valley below in a controlled free fall with your wing suit. You’ll carry with you a truly unique arsenal of weaponry that lets you play your way, whether it’s sniping, sneaking or all-out assault. When all else fails, animals can be your biggest allies or your greatest peril, as Kyrat’s wilderness delivers on the promise of a true open world anecdote factory.… Expand
  20. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    Hidden in the towering Himalayas lies a country steeped in tradition and violence. You are Ajay Ghale, returning to the country of your birth, the lush forests and harsh snow capped summits of Kyrat, to fulfill your mother’s dying wish of spreading her ashes. This vast and unpredictable country offers visitors opportunity and danger. You quickly find yourself caught up in a rebellion toHidden in the towering Himalayas lies a country steeped in tradition and violence. You are Ajay Ghale, returning to the country of your birth, the lush forests and harsh snow capped summits of Kyrat, to fulfill your mother’s dying wish of spreading her ashes. This vast and unpredictable country offers visitors opportunity and danger. You quickly find yourself caught up in a rebellion to overthrow the oppressive regime of Pagan Min, a figure known as much for his sense of style and charisma as for his cruelty and naked brutality. Navigating the treacherous landscape, you find your fate increasingly determined by the choices you make because in Kyrat, and every second is a story. In Far Cry 4, you’ll conquer fortress outposts from the back of a 6-ton elephant and take to the skies as you rain down explosives from your moving perch in the gyrocopter. The vertical landscape of the Himalayas isn’t just a gorgeous backdrop, but a playground that encourages the player to fight, hunt and explore, grappling cliffs or launching into the air, plummeting to the valley below in a controlled free fall with your wing suit. You’ll carry with you a truly unique arsenal of weaponry that lets you play your way, whether it’s sniping, sneaking or all-out assault. When all else fails, animals can be your biggest allies or your greatest peril, as Kyrat’s wilderness delivers on the promise of a true open world anecdote factory.… Expand
  21. HENCHMAN
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    Really enjoyed this game, I literally lost sleep. There is so much to do and it forces you to explore to upgrade inventory. Loved battling Rhinos and thw weapons were great. Co-op play was also a lot of fun. Mechanics were great. Flying the little copter was awesome, hang gliding and the wing suit, all legit .wish i had played it slower to get more enjoyment out of it. Like theReally enjoyed this game, I literally lost sleep. There is so much to do and it forces you to explore to upgrade inventory. Loved battling Rhinos and thw weapons were great. Co-op play was also a lot of fun. Mechanics were great. Flying the little copter was awesome, hang gliding and the wing suit, all legit .wish i had played it slower to get more enjoyment out of it. Like the strategy and patientce required to free the more difficult outposts.most fun I've had playing a game and i feel i got my money's worth which is becoming a rarity.… Expand
  22. njja02
    Jun 17, 2018
    5
    UPDATED: The biggest problem is the boring world and side activities. The main quest is alright, and there are some interesting ideas going on. But, the main antagonist barely has any development, and the game feels too much like Far Cry 3.
  23. Puffer2002
    Oct 18, 2015
    9
    Pros:
    Looks Great
    Heaps of content
    Tons of badass weaponry
    Good Story

    Cons:
    Lack of inspiration
    VERY long loading times

    PS4: 9/10
    PS3: 8/10
    XBOX360: 8/10
    XBOXONE: 8/10
    PC: 9/10
  24. MaxiRE123
    Dec 12, 2016
    8
    This truly feel like a sequel to Far Cry 3 alright, which isn't a bad thing. It's got the same feeling. The environement does look prettier, but they also look boring and pretty greyish. It's still fun to play and explore, but now, we've got new ways like the mini helicopter and the rope. We cand also (finally) shoot the enemies while driving with a handgun! As for the vilain, Pagan Min,This truly feel like a sequel to Far Cry 3 alright, which isn't a bad thing. It's got the same feeling. The environement does look prettier, but they also look boring and pretty greyish. It's still fun to play and explore, but now, we've got new ways like the mini helicopter and the rope. We cand also (finally) shoot the enemies while driving with a handgun! As for the vilain, Pagan Min, he is very good and charismatic, but he is not Vaas. I recommend this game, It's good!… Expand
  25. Gamercritic777
    Jun 25, 2016
    7
    Not a fan, basically 3 all over again but now with less appealing landscape and characters. This did not interest me at all. Hard to beat Vaas i guess
  26. kwstas
    Jan 16, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. oh christ i feel sorry for someone who didnt try this game . this is a one of a kind . everything is so free , amazing weopons and tons of crazy staff . it remind me a bit destiny beacouse of the upgrades and new weapons but this is light years better and has tons of much fun . try and you will love it .… Expand
  27. westmar76
    Nov 13, 2015
    8
    Przepiękna grafika. Wspaniały otwarty świat. Jedyne do czego można się przyczepić to rozlazła fabuła. Gra nie pozwala nam szybko o sobie zapomnieć. Poza misja fabularna, mamy mnóstwo zadań i wyzwań pobocznych które pozwalają nam na odblokowywanie dodatkowych umiejętności. Mocna 8.
  28. Jalmerk
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    Far Cry 4 tells a lazily written story and doesn't really bring anything new to the table other than a general polish to the familiar Far Cry formula, but honestly I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long time. The chaotic gameplay of the Far Cry series is better than ever, and the atmospheric mountain region of Kyrat is the most dynamic and seamless game world this series hasFar Cry 4 tells a lazily written story and doesn't really bring anything new to the table other than a general polish to the familiar Far Cry formula, but honestly I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long time. The chaotic gameplay of the Far Cry series is better than ever, and the atmospheric mountain region of Kyrat is the most dynamic and seamless game world this series has brought us yet. I wholeheartedly recommend it.… Expand
  29. jguidry512177
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Straight up amazing the story kept me entertained the whole time, its a great game if your interested in first person shooters oh and the graphics are stunning just beautiful not to mention the map editor adds a few more days of fun so I suggest you go and get yourself a copy if you don't already have one
  30. filip92
    Nov 23, 2015
    7
    Far from breathtaking,but also far from boring...I finished it in about 30+ hours (campaign+side missions+extras)...Graphics are good,Kyrat is a beautiful place..Weapons are good,and the campaign is fun.But i think the game has ''too many'' thins...I mean,it is ok,but at some time it gets a little boring..Enemies are the same soldiers in red over and over..They have the same cars over andFar from breathtaking,but also far from boring...I finished it in about 30+ hours (campaign+side missions+extras)...Graphics are good,Kyrat is a beautiful place..Weapons are good,and the campaign is fun.But i think the game has ''too many'' thins...I mean,it is ok,but at some time it gets a little boring..Enemies are the same soldiers in red over and over..They have the same cars over and over...All outposts and bell towers are the same.....I finished the game without all ''bomb defusal'',''armed escort'' etc missions..You choose your own style to play,so that is great..With right weapons,you can beat the game without problems.After all,i would reccomend the game,because campaign is good,and liberating the whole Kyrat is a great feeling...… Expand
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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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#6 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Metascore
85

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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