Far Cry®

Far Cry®

Far Cry® is a meticulously crafted action shooter set on an island paradise concealing a sinister threat, taking combat intensity to unprecedented heights. Jack Carver, a freelance mariner, regrets ever stepping foot on this shore.

Release Date 1 Apr, 2008
Developer Crytek Studios
Publisher Ubisoft
Genre Action
Platforms Windows
89 Metacritic View on Steam

System Requirements

Component
Minimum
Operating System
Windows® 2000/XP
Windows® 2000/XP
Processor
AMD Athlon™ 1 GHz or Pentium® III 1 GHz D
Intel Atom D2700 @ 2.13GHz D
Graphics
N/A
N/A
Memory
256 MB
2 GB
Storage
4 GB
4 GB

Suggested PC Build

Minimum Build

  • CPU: ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1416 MHz
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Storage: 4 GB
  • OS: Windows® 2000/XP

Recommended Build

  • CPU: Intel Atom D2700 @ 2.13GHz
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage: 4 GB
  • OS: Windows® 2000/XP

About This Game

Far Cry® delivers a cunningly detailed action shooter experience set within a tropical island that masks a dark, lurking evil, elevating combat to shocking new extremes. Freelance mariner Jack Carver deeply regrets his arrival on this island. Just a week prior, a bold reporter named Valerie promised him a fortune to transport her to this pristine sanctuary. However, moments after docking, Jack’s vessel was obliterated by artillery fire from a mysterious militia force overrunning the area. Now stranded, penniless, and with Valerie missing, Jack must survive against a mercenary army using only his weapon and wits. As he ventures deeper into the jungle, reality becomes increasingly bizarre. Jack meets a group insider who exposes the mercenaries' terrifying plan, forcing him to choose between fighting ruthless killers or letting a madman execute his scheme against humanity. Experience the Far Cry engine's power, featuring Polybump mapping, advanced physics, destructible terrain, dynamic lighting, motion capture, and surround sound. Engage in unparalleled long-distance combat with a scalable view system reaching 800 meters, allowing you to spot enemies with binoculars and choose between sniping or close-quarters firefights. Face cunning AI mercenaries trained in adaptive group tactics, including snipers, scouts, and grenadiers who coordinate attacks and call for reinforcements. Master diverse combat skills such as stealth, driving, and tactical warfare across both indoor and outdoor settings. Immerse yourself in a heart-pounding atmosphere filled with realistic lighting, weather effects, and adaptive audio within this deceptively beautiful world.