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Far Cry 3
Far Cry 3Survive the island and confront your inner darkness.
Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon
Far Cry 3: Blood DragonSave the world from cyborgs and blood dragons in a bizarre 1980s retro-future open world.
Overview
Description

Far Cry 3 drops players onto a tropical archipelago teeming with hostile wildlife and a ruthless pirate army. As Jason Brody, you must master the environment, craft weapons, and rally allies to escape captivity. The game blends open‑world exploration with intense first‑person shooting, stealth tactics, and a compelling narrative that challenges your morality. Its multiplayer modes extend the island's chaos into co‑operative and competitive experiences.

Step into the year 2007 as Sergeant Rex Power Colt, a Mark IV Cyber Commando on a mission of vengeance against your old commanding officer. Experience a satirical vision of a VHS-era future filled with killer cyborgs, mutated scientists, and laser-shooting blood dragons. Combine stealth, futuristic weaponry, and explosive action across a distinct open-world island. This standalone cyber shooter delivers an over-the-top neon-drenched adventure packed with classic 80s action tropes and unforgettable synthwave style.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Action‑adventure gamers
Retro gaming and action shooter fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$14.9975%
release date
2012-11-28
2013-04-30
Specifications
developer
Ubisoft Montreal
Ubisoft Montreal
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment
Ubisoft Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
ESRB M, PEGI 18
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
90/100+8%
83/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Expansive, beautifully rendered open world
  • Engaging story with memorable characters
  • Varied gameplay styles: stealth, combat, crafting
  • Strong multiplayer options
  • Brilliant and hilarious 1980s neon aesthetic
  • Fantastic synthwave soundtrack
  • Standalone game requiring no base game
  • Engaging and humorous campaign narrative
Cons
  • Linear mission structure can limit freedom
  • Occasional performance issues on older PCs
  • Some side content feels repetitive
  • Short overall campaign length
  • Limited to single-player experience
  • Open world reuses some Far Cry 3 assets
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