Difference between revisions of "Far Cry"
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{{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. | ||
{{ii}} The FOV hack will work fine for LAN games. | {{ii}} The FOV hack will work fine for LAN games. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Alternative variant: Function for recalculating the FOV value depending on your resolution width size|ref=<ref name=CRYMODS/>}} | ||
+ | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\FCData</code> | ||
+ | # Make a backup copy of '''SCRIPTS.pak'''. | ||
+ | # Rename '''SCRIPTS.pak''' to '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip'''. | ||
+ | # Open '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip''' and navigate to the '''SCRIPTS\Default\Hud''' folder within the zip file. | ||
+ | # Extract '''Hud.lua''' and open it in Notepad. | ||
+ | # Find <code>Hud:OnUpdate()</code> function and at the end insert this: <code>if self.hd_width ~= getglobal("r_Width") then Hud:SetHDfov(); self.hd_width = getglobal("r_Width"); end</code> | ||
+ | # Scroll down to the end of file, and after the last text paste this: <code>function Hud:SetHDfov() if not ClientStuff then ClientStuff = { HD_Fov = 2, }; end if (getglobal("r_Width") / getglobal("r_Height")) > 1.34 then ClientStuff.HD_Fov = 1.970798373222351; Hud.hd_sc_mult=0.81; Hud.hdadjusty = 6; Hud.hdadjust = 50; else ClientStuff.HD_Fov = 90 * 3.1415962 / 180; Hud.hd_sc_mult=1; Hud.hdadjusty = 0; Hud.hdadjust = 0; end if (ZoomView) then ZoomView.NoZoom = ClientStuff.HD_Fov; end Game:SetCameraFov(ClientStuff.HD_Fov); end </code> | ||
+ | # Save your changes to '''Hud.lua'''. | ||
+ | # Now overwrite the original '''Hud.lua''' with your modified version in '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip''' | ||
+ | # Rename '''SCRIPTS.pak.zip''' back to its original name '''SCRIPTS.pak'''. | ||
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Revision as of 22:03, 11 April 2017
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 |
Key points
- 64-bit version available for separate download. See Essential improvements.
- Reflections on water are broken by default in Windows Vista and higher. See Broken water reflections.
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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Retail | SafeDisc DRM[Note 1]. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. |
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
- Patch v1.4 (32-bit only) - The latest patch available for the game
- 64-bit Upgrade Patch - Adds additional content, higher frame rates, enhanced textures, longer view distances, and more objects with real-time physics.
- 64-bit Enhanced 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 2] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13520/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
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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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.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | ||||
TriDef 3D |
Issues fixed
Game crashes with very high lighting
- 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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Broken water reflections
- Foliage and other objects are reflected, but landmasses are missing altogether.[3]
- Landmass reflections can work on Patch 1.1.
Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
OpenGL | 2 | Experimental renderer. Cannot be selected via in-game options. See Enable the OpenGL renderer. |
Shader Model support | 2, 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | FMOD | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | PunkBuster |
Enable the OpenGL renderer
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz |
AMD Athlon 2.0-3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 2.0-3.0 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 | Nvidia GeForce 4, GeForce FX 5950 ATI Radeon 9500-9800 XT 128 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Far Cry - Missing Landmass Reflections on Water - YouTube
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