Shooter · 2004
Far Cry
In short: Far Cry is a Shooter game by Ubisoft, released in 2004 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. It takes about 17 hours to beat. Critics rate it 89/100.
The game that started the popular Far Cry series. The player assumes the role of Jack Carver, a former special forces operative who became a ferryman. The protagonist was hired by a journalist Valerie Constantine to escort her to a remote Pacific island. Soon after they arrived, the boat was attacked, and Valerie went…
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Key facts
- Released
- 22 March 2004
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 17 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Ubisoft, Crytek
- Publisher
- Ubisoft Entertainment
- Critics
- Metacritic 89
- Steam reviews
- 82% positive (10,259 reviews)
- Best price
- $2.40 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
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Why play it
- Metacritic 89 — critics loved it
- A 2004 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Far Cry?
Expect about 17 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Far Cry with friends?
No, Far Cry is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Far Cry on?
Far Cry is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Where to buy Far Cry for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $2.40 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is Far Cry a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 89. On Steam, 82% positive (10,259 reviews).
What games are like Far Cry?
In the same spirit: Crysis, Crysis Warhead and Far Cry 2.
