Far Cry New Dawn

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  1. ConorGamingzHD
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    I love this game! Far Cry 5 was amazing and the story continues in New Dawn.
  2. valentinanisimo
    Mar 2, 2019
    8
    here is an interesting setting of charismatic chief villains in the game and, in general, this is the good old far cry
    minuses
    1 in the game about the cheerful apocalypse could add more insane weapons
    2 Mickey and Lou appear too little for the whole game (as in far cry 3)
    overall the game is not bad
  3. Corfe1989
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    It's more like a 7-8 great fun hope they carry on with some of the new mechanics and post nuclear theme. I rated 10 though to try and ballence out some of the people who review boomed it. No way is it a 0, if it was awarded a 4-6 I would say fair play because people like different things but 0 implies it's broken which it isnt
  4. Gamer51
    Feb 28, 2019
    10
    Far Cry 5 was a fun game to play and New Dawn continues the fun after the apocalyptic ending of Far Cry 5.
  5. NovastreamAU
    Feb 25, 2019
    8
    It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day. It’s another Far Cry game…the big question on my lips was do we really REALLY need another one? Fortunately the answer is YES! When a game is this good, more can never be enough. What could easily be shunned as a re-skinned Far Cry 5, has evolved into one of the most addictive Far Cry experiences since Primal (you can read my review of that game here)It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day. It’s another Far Cry game…the big question on my lips was do we really REALLY need another one? Fortunately the answer is YES! When a game is this good, more can never be enough. What could easily be shunned as a re-skinned Far Cry 5, has evolved into one of the most addictive Far Cry experiences since Primal (you can read my review of that game here)

    The apocalypse has happened and seventeen years later vegetation and animal life has taken over, but yet again a tyrannical ruler…well twins in this case is trying to control the world and its resources. The game serves as a continuation of Far Cry 5 and while does have the same map, the experiences and exploration are much more readily available in this iteration providing a Far Cry experience worth sinking your teeth into.

    Part of what made this game so engaging was the ability to craft and upgrade weapons, bases and items. By far the best weapon is the saw launcher that cuts right through enemies and also rebounds off surfaces for multiple kills. It is the most bloody and satisfying way to get through areas infested with enemies. The usual suspects of guns and bow and arrows do fill out the roster, it isn’t anything that you haven’t seen before but unlocking the level 2 and 3 items is great motivation to keep playing.

    The story line of your character being the “chosen one” who can eat fruit from Joseph’s tree, survive and kill a bear with a few punches does seem a bit out there for this title, when the Highway men announce their arrival with fireworks and an endless onslaught of attacks it does bring it back down to ridiculous enjoyment. This game seems to take itself a lot less seriously than the previous titles and does so in an incredibly entertaining way.

    Exploration is encouraged in the game and the main story missions never interfere if you don’t want to play them immediately. The game starts off in the bottom corner of the map and gradually reveals itself depending on which missions you play and who you recruit to your base. If you want to go and spend all day and night fishing and hunting animals you can, there is no forced play through that makes the game feel almost sand box like in some elements. Speaking of animals they are actually pretty entertaining in this game. You can be ambushed by the Highwaymen, struggling to stay alive and in runs a bear who will happily start taking them out and chase them away. You then have the option to pursue them and snag some sweet bear hide or continue on your way and recoup. This happened multiple times during my play through and sometimes the bear went for me resulting in a few re-spawns.

    Vehicle wise the game has the three levels like weapons and ultimately was a little disappointing with the choices offered up. There is also a Ubisoft club only buggy vehicle which looks cool, but if you are new to Ubisoft titles you can’t unlock immediately and need to play the game for a while before you can redeem. Driving around in cars can make it difficult to take enemies out with gunfire and don’t get me started on “DON’T KILL INNOCENT CIVILIANS” warning that constantly pop up when some idiot runs out in the middle of the road or walks into your gun fight and stands in front of enemies. It seems that art imitates life in this respect.

    The lighting and shadows in the art of this game really help set the mood. There is one mission in which you travel down a river and light torches along the way. There is something so chilling and creepy, yet beautiful and enchanting about this moment that solidified my love of this game. It is a quiet moment, a slow and eerie experience that took me by surprise and made me appreciate the rest of the design and beauty that this game offers. The pink and purple infusion of colour and light that permeates the environment is something rarely used in a post apocalyptic title and is used to great effect. The twinkling of a pinkish light streaming through the antlers of a massive deer is majestic. It looks even better on a PS4 Pro.

    Overall Far Cry New Dawn took me by complete surprise and gave me an addictive and beautiful game environment to play around in. The array of weapons, items and upgrades are fairly on par with other games yet the addition of the buzz saw launcher is pure genius. While the story may head to some really REALLY out there places, it never takes itself too seriously and its dedication to providing a sandbox like experience ultimately pays off. Far Cry New Dawn is the surprise of 2019 and worth playing.    … Expand
  6. fvolpim
    Feb 25, 2019
    8
    I was a little afraid of the RPG elements on the FarCry.. But Im suprised. The game is awesome and keep the good old Far Cry style. :)
    I just think the story is a little too short. But the outpost scavange option and expeditions are GREAT!
  7. EnglishVan
    Mar 7, 2019
    8
    I don't understand why this game is getting so much hate and so many negative reviews. It is really good. I enjoyed this game from start to finish. There are flaws, sure, but it is a great experience.
  8. RafaelBareiro
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. foda de maishhqbqqjbqbahqhqhqgehwhqvqhwwyhwhqhgqvsggshshnejssjjkejdbdhwhdbdhdhebeybjejwjdidneidbrjneifne2… Expand
  9. Duan
    Feb 21, 2019
    9
    some games are not about winning and losing and prizes and al this **** its about to explore a different enviroment and world what you always dont see in some. Far Cry New Dawn is for people who believes in the art of games.

    as for me,..
    Im enjoying the **** out of it
  10. Loneski
    Feb 23, 2019
    10
    Absolutely love this game! An actual good narrative that is interesting and gives us a look on the aftermath of possibly one of the biggest endings in a Far Cry game. A lot of the textures have been redone and updated as well as adding new light RPG elements, new ideas such as expedition short missions and a lot of replayability. I enjoyed this game quite a bit.

    By the way it's called a    Absolutely love this game! An actual good narrative that is interesting and gives us a look on the aftermath of possibly one of the biggest endings in a Far Cry game. A lot of the textures have been redone and updated as well as adding new light RPG elements, new ideas such as expedition short missions and a lot of replayability. I enjoyed this game quite a bit.

    By the way it's called a flower bloom after a nuclear explosion. Might want to read up on something before just complaining because it's colorful.    … Expand
  11. IlWidowmakeRIl
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    The game is great and bigger than a dlc. The ones that’s rating the game zero hasn’t even took the time to play it but rather just **** about it. If you liked FC5 then you will enjoy New Dawn.
  12. demonicale
    Feb 19, 2019
    8
    Brilliant game! loved Far cry 5 and this compliments the ongoing story line from Far cry 5. The graphics aren't as good as far cry 5, but the gameplay is the same which is what counts.
  13. Paulab999
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    I really don’t understand the negative reviews unless the people writing them haven’t played the game. It’s more of Far Cry 5 but in a really beautiful world. The gun fighting is great fun as always and the music is outstanding. I’m having a blast it’s just a shame that some people have chosen to hate for no reason. The story is the usual Far Cry. I can’t praise it enough.
  14. happyblackfox
    Feb 18, 2019
    10
    This is actually a very nice game that continues the FC5 story and adds more fun and madness to it. The expeditions are great and the graphics and soundtracks are amazing. I have a great time playing it and I encourage anyone to try it. It's a full game , 18-20 hours at least and lots of possibilities to replay / coop with friends.
  15. thedreadedzero
    Feb 18, 2019
    10
    It was hard for me to make the decision to buy Far Cry New Dawn. I don’t nornally like first person shooters, and I’d never played another Far Cry game before. Although I knew this was an expansion/sequel, the twins in all the promotional art seemed like interesting antagonists and I liked the use of so much pink in a post apocalyptic world. That’s not very usual for these games. SomeIt was hard for me to make the decision to buy Far Cry New Dawn. I don’t nornally like first person shooters, and I’d never played another Far Cry game before. Although I knew this was an expansion/sequel, the twins in all the promotional art seemed like interesting antagonists and I liked the use of so much pink in a post apocalyptic world. That’s not very usual for these games. Some little voice in my head kept telling me to check this game out even though I hadn’t played Far Cry 5 and I had no idea why but I had to buy it. I couldn’t go based off of reviews because it seemed ALL reviews were basing their opinions off the assumption that you had played many shooters in the past and at least Far Cry 5. There were no reviews aimed toward my demographic, which was someone coming in to it with a fresh set of unbiased eyes. For me this game would be standing on its own, not being compared to Far Cry 5 in every detail. So on the Friday it came out I went to the store right when they opened. I picked it up and went home and popped it in. I was immediately hooked. I’ll admit half the time I had no idea what I was doing at first or how things worked. I didn’t know how to upgrade weapons. Or that I was earning skill points that I could spent to upgrade my abilities. I didn’t know how to fast travel. But I slowly figured everything out as I went along. (There were not really any tutorials to speak of.) Once I got the hang of it I was having a blast. I loved the characters. Timber the dog was my favorite Gun For Hire. The twins were fun to hate. I loved the saw shooting blade weapon. I loved doing the main story missions but often found myself running off my set path to take on side missions I came across. And I couldn’t put the game down for hours and hours at a time. I beat it completely in about 3 days. I loved every minute of it. Taking over the outposts and then going back and doing it again with the harder ranks. I can see people giving this game 6s and 7s and saying it’s not as long as Far Cry 5 or that the twins aren’t as good as past antagonists in the series. But for me, and to anyone else out there who hasn’t played a Far Cry Game, this one is perfectly paced and a good length at a good price point. It’s not so long that it drags on but not so short it feels like a ripoff. One of the best games I’ve played in months. Had so much fun with it.… Expand
  16. Lonejumper23
    Mar 16, 2020
    10
    This is a fantastic game that compliments Far Cry 5 perfectly. Love how it continues the story from Far Cry 5 17 years later and so it is on a very similar map. Very cool concept, story and I can't stop playing it. The reply value is top notch and the story is a little weak but everything else about his game is so good. Graphics are not as sharp as Far Cry 5 but this is a DLC game and itThis is a fantastic game that compliments Far Cry 5 perfectly. Love how it continues the story from Far Cry 5 17 years later and so it is on a very similar map. Very cool concept, story and I can't stop playing it. The reply value is top notch and the story is a little weak but everything else about his game is so good. Graphics are not as sharp as Far Cry 5 but this is a DLC game and it has outstanding gameplay and action. WOW and the action and weapons are so fun. Don't listen to the haters who I can tell have not played this and just saying things that have nothing to do with this game. Have fun and just enjoy part 2 of Far Cry 5!!!… Expand
  17. Ya_Boi_Shoi_Yoi
    Feb 19, 2019
    9
    DO NOT LISTEN TO THE BAD REVIEWS. this game is actually good, now, if you look at most of the bad reviews, most of the people haven't even played the game. or are just going on and on about how it is repetitive and a copy of the farcry 5 map (but people said that about almost every farcry game was repetitive) and the thing is, the farcry 5 map has changed so dang much it feels like aDO NOT LISTEN TO THE BAD REVIEWS. this game is actually good, now, if you look at most of the bad reviews, most of the people haven't even played the game. or are just going on and on about how it is repetitive and a copy of the farcry 5 map (but people said that about almost every farcry game was repetitive) and the thing is, the farcry 5 map has changed so dang much it feels like a completely new map. And whn you discover somewhere you recognize from farcry 5. it feels really cool, since everything changed so much, the map is barely recognizable. my only complaint is how most guns are just reskinned versions of the original. But they always look cool. and it is not even hard to craft, resources are everywhere. and the prepper stashes pay very, very well. so like i said. DONT LISTEN TO THE BAD REVIEWS. this game is great.… Expand
  18. vision821
    Feb 24, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best far cry games hands down and I find it completely disrespectful on the charge that there was no love or care put into this game. That's not true at all, the expeditions were a lot of fun and it was cool to be with 5/New Dawn graphics in different areas. PC and xbox is rated high, the ps4 "user reviews" seem like a few nerds together went on a rampage and I wanted toThis is one of the best far cry games hands down and I find it completely disrespectful on the charge that there was no love or care put into this game. That's not true at all, the expeditions were a lot of fun and it was cool to be with 5/New Dawn graphics in different areas. PC and xbox is rated high, the ps4 "user reviews" seem like a few nerds together went on a rampage and I wanted to balance it out. It's like OMG FAR CRY same thing over and over. Shoot people and take over things. Yeah that's Far Cry stupid, find another game?… Expand
  19. Bad-Guy-2050
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    Far Cry New Dawn delves into new territory by being a post apocalyptic game. This blends well with the crazy but fun idea that is Far Cry. The game throws you right into the action with a short introduction sequence. The story is on a average level of quality for your typical post apocalyptic and Far Cry game. The story is mostly enjoyable for those who played this game's predecessor FarFar Cry New Dawn delves into new territory by being a post apocalyptic game. This blends well with the crazy but fun idea that is Far Cry. The game throws you right into the action with a short introduction sequence. The story is on a average level of quality for your typical post apocalyptic and Far Cry game. The story is mostly enjoyable for those who played this game's predecessor Far Cry 5, but difficult to understand if your are new to the series. Characters are also on an average level of quality, nothing memorable though. Character development works well with allies but not with the main antagonists, that being the twin sisters. Weapons, vehicles, gadgets, and basic mechanics from this game's predecessor are mostly copy and pasted into this new game. This is perfectly understandable since this is a spin off title and it was developed just two years after the predecessor. In conclusion Far Cry New Dawn is an interesting take on the Far Cry series by delving into new ideas, but it is not the most memorable game in the series.… Expand
  20. bogobec
    Feb 18, 2019
    9
    Brings closure to the story of FC5. The setting looks gorgeous and the gameplay is pure FarCry. Liked the twist on RPG elements.
  21. Gmjh
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    All these 0 star reviews are both hilarious and insane. The game is exciting funny slick and satisfying. I don't give a damn if it doesn't break any new ground or whether it's 'truly open world' etc and neither will 95 percent of the millions who buy it. It's still massively better than almost any other current game other than Metro Exodus.
  22. misranthrope1
    Feb 18, 2019
    10
    This game is great as it deviates only slightly from Far Cry 5. Yes, it really should have been released as DLC, but it only cost me $30 CAD from Amazon pre-order, which is less than half of a new AAA release.

    Disregard the negative reviews, they are from angry right-wing neckbeards who are trying to "review-bomb" this game because they find the story threatening to their world view.    This game is great as it deviates only slightly from Far Cry 5. Yes, it really should have been released as DLC, but it only cost me $30 CAD from Amazon pre-order, which is less than half of a new AAA release.

    Disregard the negative reviews, they are from angry right-wing neckbeards who are trying to "review-bomb" this game because they find the story threatening to their world view. The antagonists in this game are black women who lead a well organized powerful militia; if that type of idea troubles you, then skip this game and get back to bible study, woman beating, MAGA tweeting, or whatever else you to do fill your racist misogynistic days.    … Expand
  23. dpc
    Feb 21, 2019
    8
    People sure are getting their panties in a bunch. It's more Far Cry, which is great. Story's just ok. Graphics and gameplay are awesome, as usual, but as a whole it doesn't do anything new. Is it worth full price ($40)? Not really. I got it for like 8 bucks with gift cards at Best Buy. For that, it's well worth it. Bottom line is it's tons of fun, but hold out for a discounted price if you can.
  24. marekUltimate
    Feb 23, 2019
    8
    PS4 Pro 4K HDR FPS стабильный, оптимизация 10 из 10.
    Игра очень зашла, обожаю Far Cry с 3 части (но 5 считаю лучшей в серии и в техническом плане и по наполнению мира), прошел все кроме (Blood Dragon).
    Все тот же Far Cry, новые психи)).. Многие пишут, что это DLC к 5 части, косвенно может быть, но в целом это продолжение. Появились новые механики, новые режимы. Да игра короче 5 части    PS4 Pro 4K HDR FPS стабильный, оптимизация 10 из 10.
    Игра очень зашла, обожаю Far Cry с 3 части (но 5 считаю лучшей в серии и в техническом плане и по наполнению мира), прошел все кроме (Blood Dragon).
    Все тот же Far Cry, новые психи)).. Многие пишут, что это DLC к 5 части, косвенно может быть, но в целом это продолжение. Появились новые механики, новые режимы. Да игра короче 5 части раза в 2 и по карте и по сюжету. Но это тот же Far Cry.    … Expand
  25. Soulo
    Feb 21, 2019
    8
    I loved FC5, and I like FC new dawn. I play it on 4k with HDR, man it looks awesome and very colorfull.
    The Story is a bit short compare to FC5, but to redo outpost over again is a nice thing and challange, als making the elite weapons stronger and stronger can extend the gameplay alot. with the expeditions missions etc, and granny makes me laugh with her oneliners.
    I love the way , the    I loved FC5, and I like FC new dawn. I play it on 4k with HDR, man it looks awesome and very colorfull.
    The Story is a bit short compare to FC5, but to redo outpost over again is a nice thing and challange, als making the elite weapons stronger and stronger can extend the gameplay alot. with the expeditions missions etc, and granny makes me laugh with her oneliners.
    I love the way , the FC series is build with a great storyline and open world, also the weapon arsenal is huge compared to many FPS. Do not change that concept, the simple people who gave it 0, they didnt even play it, or are just haters. The gameplay imo, is great the way it is now.    … Expand
  26. InVideo
    Feb 20, 2019
    8
    Sure, it's a reskin of Far Cry 5, but who really expected anything different? The new way they handled perks, and outpost replayability by throwing in cosmetics was a pretty cool concept. I hope they keep some of these more 'replayability' feature in future releases of Far Cry. For $40, I enjoyed many hours and it's well worth it.
  27. Evilmaplesyrup
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    Liked Far Cry 5, Loved Far Cry New Dawn. It is fun and it continues the story of Far Cry 5, one of my Favourite Games.
  28. FrostyFeet97
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    I played every single Far Cry game that came out on PC and PS. I loved Far Cry 5 and this is the game i was waiting for. I really liked the new concept. Its fresh! I dont see any need to buy any premium currency. This game has really nice graphics.
  29. semperor
    Feb 18, 2019
    10
    I love this game! I loved all the previous games an specialy new dawn. Ubisoft delivered great! Thank you for the fun...
  30. pxs53101
    Feb 18, 2019
    10
    Honestly this is the best far cry I ever play, it's much better than far cry 5 or far cry 4. You loved this game
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 70
  3. Negative: 1 out of 70
  1. The Digital Fix
    May 14, 2019
    60
    Far Cry New Dawn does everything you'd expect from a Far Cry title. However, it failed to deliver the same level of polish and enjoyment its predecessor enjoyed, and while it’s still packed with buckets of fun, I couldn't help shake the feeling that I’ve done all this before.
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  2. Edge Magazine
    Mar 28, 2019
    60
    New Dawn is a clearing of the air after Far Cry 5, but calling it a "new dawn" is preposterous. What we have here is a sideways hop, a purgatory of a sequel in a series that has no idea what to do with itself, beyond giving you another mapful of nodes to flip. [Issue#331, p.116]
  3. Vgames
    Mar 19, 2019
    80
    No doubt about it, Far Cry: New Dawn can give you tons of fun for hours, but if you've played a Far Cry game before, you know what you're getting into, for better or for worse.
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