Difference between revisions of "Far Cry"
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# Extract '''ZoomView.lua''' and open it in Notepad. | # Extract '''ZoomView.lua''' and open it in Notepad. | ||
# Find a line <code>NoZoom = 90 * 3.1415962 / 180</code>. | # Find a line <code>NoZoom = 90 * 3.1415962 / 180</code>. | ||
− | # To change the default value from 90 to 108 change the line to: <code>NoZoom = 108 * 3.1415962 / 180</code>. | + | # To change the default value from 90 to 108 change the line to: <code>NoZoom = 108 * 3.1415962 / 180</code> if using a 16:10 resolution such as 1920x1200. |
# Save your changes to '''ZoomView.lua'''. | # Save your changes to '''ZoomView.lua'''. | ||
# Now overwrite the original '''ZoomView.lua''' with your modified version in '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip''' | # Now overwrite the original '''ZoomView.lua''' with your modified version in '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip''' | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} If you can't save ZoomView.lua after editing, right click, go to properties and make sure, it's not set to '''Read Only'''. | {{ii}} If you can't save ZoomView.lua after editing, right click, go to properties and make sure, it's not set to '''Read Only'''. | ||
− | {{ii}} '''108''' is ideal for 16:10 widescreen resolutions. | + | {{ii}} '''108''' is ideal for 16:10 widescreen resolutions. (IE 1920x1200) |
− | {{ii}} '''120''' is ideal for 16:9 widescreen resolutions. | + | {{ii}} '''120''' is ideal for 16:9 widescreen resolutions. (IE 1920x1080) |
− | {{ii}} '''140''' is ideal for 2:35:1 widescreen resolutions. | + | {{ii}} '''140''' is ideal for 2:35:1 widescreen resolutions. (IE 1920x800) |
− | {{ii}} '''141''' is ideal for 21:9 widescreen resolutions. | + | {{ii}} '''141''' is ideal for 21:9 widescreen resolutions. (IE 2560x1080 or 1920x810) |
{{ii}} When you run Far Cry after this change, you need to zoom in once with your weapon at the start of each level for FOV changes to take effect. | {{ii}} When you run Far Cry after this change, you need to zoom in once with your weapon at the start of each level for FOV changes to take effect. | ||
{{ii}} This FOV hack is permanent and it will work with Developer Mode off. | {{ii}} This FOV hack is permanent and it will work with Developer Mode off. |
Revision as of 09:01, 4 October 2014
Cover image missing, please upload it | |
Developers | |
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Crytek | |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
CryEngine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 23, 2004 |
Far Cry | |
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Far Cry | 2004 |
Far Cry 2 | 2008 |
Far Cry 3 | 2012 |
Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon | 2013 |
Far Cry 4 | 2014 |
Far Cry Primal | 2016 |
Far Cry 5 | 2018 |
Far Cry New Dawn | 2019 |
Far Cry 6 | 2021 |
General information
- Ubisoft Forums
- Far Cry Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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GamersGate | DRM: Tages. Version 1.00. Requires patching. | |||
GOG.com | ||||
Steam | ||||
Retail | DRM: SafeDisc disc check. |
Essential improvements
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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- The 64-bit patch will change the format from .bik to .avi to skip them simply delete or rename the files with the inclusion of AMD64.
Patches
- 32-bit Patches
- 64-bit Upgrade Patch (US / UK / German / French / Spanish / Italian) - Adds additional content, higher frame rates, enhanced textures, longer view distances, and more objects with real-time physics.
- 64-bit Exclusive Content Patch - Adds exclusive content only available in the 64-bit version of the game.
Instructions |
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Mods
- Crymods - Active community website with extensive mod database.
- Far Cry Addon Mod (FCAM) - Various improvements to graphical and gameplay elements.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13520/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13520/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Multi-monitor
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Field of view (FOV)
- Be aware that FC servers can override the FOV setting to prevent cheating. It is possible to create a server which does not override the FOV.
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 32 | |||
Online play | 32 |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | A full guide on how to setup a dedicated server can be found at <path-to-game> | |
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 40000-42999 |
UDP | 41005, 41006, 44000, 49001 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Very High Lighting Game Crash
When setting the Lighting Quality option in-game to Very High you may experience a crash/freeze every time you launch the game. This is easily resolved:
Instructions |
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- Alternatively you can just set the option to a maximum of High instead of Very High to resolve the issue.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 1 GHz or Pentium III 1 GHz | AMD Athlon 2-3 GHz or Pentium 4 2-3 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512-1024 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 4 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0b compatible | GeForce 4, GeForce FX 5950; ATI Radeon 9500-9800 XT 128 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (13520) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
Categories:
- Pages needing cover images
- Windows
- Invalid template usage (Infobox game)
- Games
- Invalid template usage (Series)
- Invalid template usage (DRM)
- Invalid template usage (Availability)
- Invalid template usage (Fixbox)
- Invalid template usage (Save game cloud syncing)
- Invalid section order
- Self-hosting
- Invalid template usage (Network)
- Missing section (Video)
- Missing section (Input)
- Missing section (Audio)
- Missing section (API)