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{{ii}} TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found [http://www.tweakguides.com/Farcry_1.html here]. | {{ii}} TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found [http://www.tweakguides.com/Farcry_1.html here]. | ||
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# From there navigate to: <code>Languages/Movies/English</code> | # From there navigate to: <code>Languages/Movies/English</code> | ||
# Replace the files <code>Crytek.bik</code>, <code>sandbox.bik</code>, and <code>Ubi.bik</code> with those located [http://www.mediafire.com/?74l6psrhb76mq9b here] | # Replace the files <code>Crytek.bik</code>, <code>sandbox.bik</code>, and <code>Ubi.bik</code> with those located [http://www.mediafire.com/?74l6psrhb76mq9b here] | ||
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# Navigate to your Steam installation of the game, usually <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\farcry\</code> | # Navigate to your Steam installation of the game, usually <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\farcry\</code> | ||
− | # Move the <code>Bin32</code> folder out of the installation | + | # Move the <code>Bin32</code> folder out of the installation folder, rename, or delete it. |
# Rename the <code>Bin64</code> folder created by the patch installation to <code>Bin32</code> | # Rename the <code>Bin64</code> folder created by the patch installation to <code>Bin32</code> | ||
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# Open the <code>system.cfg</code> file with your text editor of choice. | # Open the <code>system.cfg</code> file with your text editor of choice. | ||
# Modify the parameter <code>r_ShadersPrecache</code> to <code>0</code> | # Modify the parameter <code>r_ShadersPrecache</code> to <code>0</code> |
Revision as of 00:29, 27 January 2014
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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
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
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
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13520/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
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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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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
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) | ||
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:
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