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Far Cry 2 (PC)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Shooter/First-Person Shooter

RELEASE DATE

21/OCT/08

ESRB RATING

MATURE, Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language

DEVELOPER

Ubisoft Montreal

PUBLISHER

Ubisoft Entertainment

ALSO AVAILABLE ON

Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, http://www.gamerdna.com/game/far-cry-2-ibm-pc-compatible, http://www.gamerdna.com/game/far-cry-2-xbox-360-1, http://www.gamerdna.com/game/far-cry-2--fortune--s-edition-ibm-pc-compatible

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DESCRIPTION

In the role of a mercenary, Far Cry 2 players find themselves in Africa. They are to bring down an arms dealer known only as "the Jackal," who has been thriving on tribal warfare. Suitably equipped but mostly alone, players are left to themselves to decide exactly what needs to be done and how to do it. Although the Far Cry title is previously known for impressive graphics and cunning shooter gameplay, Far Cry 2 is most distinguished by its open world design. Instead of a linear storyline or scripted quests, the game presents a framework of places and people who are designed to act according to their own natures, and react according to the way the player deals with them.

The game's heroes are a group of loosely associated "buddies." Players can choose to play as any one of the characters in this group, and the others will be placed in the game as friendly NPCs. Friends and enemies alike, all NPCs in the game are designed to act and react naturally in their current circumstances. Enemy guards tend to their duties and make decisions dynamically. Allies decide to become allies on their own terms.

Although 2004's Far Cry was the breakthrough game for its developer Crytek, Far Cry 2 was developed by Ubisoft's premier Montreal studio. The sequel inherits the original's focus on sharp graphics and a powerful physics engine. The dry scrub grass, which seems to wave and sway in breezes that stumble across the virtual Serengeti, is realistically flammable. Fire can spread, in a natural fashion, to any combustible object. The game's built-from scratch engine seems engineered to handle other state-of-the-art graphics and physics effects with similar aplomb. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide

Far Cry 2 (PC)

GENRE/STYLE:

Shooter/First-Person Shooter
RELEASE DATE:

21/OCT/08
TOP TRAITS:

Open world, open world, mercenary
DESCRIPTION:

In the role of a mercenary, Far Cry 2 players find themselves in Africa. They are to bring down an arms dealer known ... more

players 2,924

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Where Is That Sniper?

“The sniper was bugging the crap out of me, and the only ranged weapon I had was the explosive crossbow.”

Added by: KageAkurei32
Date: 04/SEP/2012
Views: 34
Votes: 1

created 04/SEP/2012

Sniper Shot.

“Just a realy nice sniper shot of a moving target inside a car. Blew the entire door off with the shot.”

Added by: Kreznoll
Date: 07/SEP/2011
Views: 40
Votes: 0

created 07/SEP/2011

Beautiful game

“Just a nice picture over the water.”

Added by: Kreznoll
Date: 07/SEP/2011
Views: 41
Votes: 0

created 07/SEP/2011

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: Lucian01

“Impressive animations, open world. Realistic and immersive. However it's let down by an almost non-existent story and an attempt at sandbox which really fails to make use of the concept.”

created 20/AUG/2011

jreemygear played Far Cry 2 on 07/JUN/11

created 08/JUN/2011

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: Rwyldfyre

“I've played through a few times now. I actually built a computer specifically for this game when It was released. Absolutely beautiful scenery if you can crank the settings to the max. =)”

created 24/FEB/2011

Far Cry2? by: Chick1678

“My dad played this game and said it wasnt to bad, so I thought id try it out. Its nto to bad, Storyline is...well...im not sure ahhaa :P Anyone have an comments on it? lol ”

created 24/DEC/2010

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: PrivateColt

“This is nice realistic game :) I love this game for its awesome graphics, open world and being immersive. I did play single player many times, because multiplayer is "run and gun" game. I, personally, don't like "run's and...”

created 09/OCT/2010

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: farker5000

“A run of the mill FPS with a not so annoying sandbox world. Much better games out there. ”

created 14/SEP/2010

Far Cry 2 Main Character PIcture

“A picture of the main character in the game Far Cry 2.”

Added by: XxGhostxX
Date: 25/JUL/2010
Views: 171
Votes: 0

created 25/JUL/2010

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: XxGhostxX

“Now this game is awesome. Open world and its realistic the graphics are overwhelming and the multilayer is great but not a lot of servers nor people”

created 11/JUL/2010

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: Celestine

“Players trek across Far Cry 2's African landscape as one of several well armed paramilitaries in search of fortune, danger and nemesis, "The Jackal." Though Far Cry 2 does attempt to string players along with a very standard quest for revenge, the game's African sandbox is without a doubt, the main attraction. In fact, players wandering across the game's various beautifully crafted environments, ranging from vast salt flats to dense jungles, complete with a day / night cycle, are liable to entirely forget and abandon the game's main storyline.

During these expeditions, and expeditions they are because Far Cry's map is humongous, players can acquire diamonds by completing quests or by finding any of hundreds of hidden, collectible diamonds in the world. Exchanging these diamonds at an arms dealer will net the player both upgrades and weapons, including a flamethrower that can be used to realistically torch savanna brush and just about anything else flammable. Regrettably, the arms dealer doesn’t sell heat or night vision goggles as firefights with black African enemies in the middle of the night can be very irritating.

Unfortunately, though Far Cry provides the tools and weapons to suit multiple play styles and friendly NPCs can help even the odds, quickly respawning enemies hidden with remarkable marksmanship around every corner and periodic malaria attacks become very annoying facts of life.

Verdict: Far Cry 2 is a beautiful, if imperfect, sandbox FPS experience that allows players to complete objectives using a variety of play styles, whether the player imagines himself a rampaging Rambo or stealthy Agent 007. Additionally, multiple collectibles and side quests round out the usual suspects and give the dedicated a little more to chew on. Ultimately, various annoyances like constant player harassment, a weak story and forgettable multiplayer prevent Far Cry 2 from attaining greatness.

Purchased: USD30 @ Best Buy.

Value: USD42.”

created 06/APR/2010

rawkr was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“That is an interesting style of review you have there. I keep wanting to inject the word "Priceless" though.”

onemorehour played Far Cry 2 on 06/MAR/10

alphadoque was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“I love that you go back to these game and commit to finishing them. Totally puts a smile on my face.

What do think? I was a bit torn about the experience. There's some really good things about this game (exploration vs. mission), some things I think they could have taken farther (time warp), and some bad things (monotony of driving through camps and having to deal with DUMB NPC's).

I always enjoy your perspective on this stuff.”

created 07/MAR/2010

Far Cry 2 (PC) by: Tomwyr

“quite good”

created 01/FEB/2010

Viqor played Far Cry 2 on 17/DEC/09

“Played a little more of this game. I've been working on it for almost a year now, but this game never seems to be able to keep my attention for long. It is certainly a solid game, but the pace is...”

created 20/DEC/2009