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Far Cry 4
Far Cry 4Explore Kyrat’s wild Himalayas in a high‑octane open‑world shooter.
Just Cause 3
Just Cause 3Explode, soar, and liberate a sun‑kissed island in chaotic open‑world action.
Overview
Description

Far Cry 4 drops you into the rugged kingdom of Kyrat, a land of towering Himalayas, dense forests, and snow‑capped peaks teeming with wildlife and danger. As Ajay Ghale, you must navigate a civil war, topple the tyrant Pagan Min, and survive the unforgiving environment using a vast arsenal and unique transport options. The game blends first‑person shooting, stealth, and sandbox freedom, letting you pilot a gyrocopter, glide in a wing‑suit, or ride a six‑ton elephant while hunting resources, crafting gear, and confronting both human foes and fierce animals.

Just Cause 3 puts you in the shoes of Rico Rodriguez as he returns to his Mediterranean homeland of Medici to topple a ruthless dictator. Using a grappling hook, parachute, and wingsuit, you traverse a massive open world filled with diverse biomes, vehicles, and explosives. The game focuses on physics‑driven destruction and player freedom, letting you dismantle enemy bases, liberate towns, and cause mayhem across land, sea, and air in a single‑player campaign.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of open‑world action shooters
Fans of open‑world action and chaotic destruction
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2014-11-18
2015-11-30
Specifications
developer
Ubisoft Montreal
Avalanche Studios
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment
Square Enix
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
86/100+13%
76/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Stunning, varied environments
  • Freedom to approach missions in many ways
  • Rich wildlife and dynamic AI
  • Engaging story with memorable antagonist
  • Massive, varied open world
  • Highly satisfying physics‑based destruction
  • Freedom of movement with grappling hook and wingsuit
  • Rich arsenal of weapons and vehicles
Cons
  • Occasional performance drops on older consoles
  • Repetitive side‑quest objectives
  • Stealth mechanics can feel inconsistent
  • Repetitive mission structure after early game
  • Occasional performance drops on PC
  • Limited multiplayer options (single player only)
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