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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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# Go to {{P|game}}. | # Go to {{P|game}}. | ||
# From there navigate to: <code>Languages/Movies/English</code> | # From there navigate to: <code>Languages/Movies/English</code> | ||
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{{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/443-far-cry-amd64-64-bit-enhanced-content-patch/ 64-bit Enhanced Content Patch] - Adds exclusive content only available in the 64-bit version of the game. | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/443-far-cry-amd64-64-bit-enhanced-content-patch/ 64-bit Enhanced Content Patch] - Adds exclusive content only available in the 64-bit version of the game. | ||
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{{ii}} The Steam version needs some additional steps for these patches to work. | {{ii}} The Steam version needs some additional steps for these patches to work. | ||
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===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
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===[[Glossary:Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]]=== | ||
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# Once in-game press {{key|~}}. | # Once in-game press {{key|~}}. | ||
# Type <code>\r_width 1440</code> (width of resolution). | # Type <code>\r_width 1440</code> (width of resolution). | ||
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# Edit {{file|system.cfg}} with a text editor. | # Edit {{file|system.cfg}} with a text editor. | ||
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{{ii}} 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. | {{ii}} 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. | ||
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# Run Far Cry in '''Developer Mode''' using the <code>-devmode</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | # Run Far Cry in '''Developer Mode''' using the <code>-devmode</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | ||
# When in-game, open a console by pressing {{key|~}}. | # When in-game, open a console by pressing {{key|~}}. | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\FCData</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\FCData</code> | ||
# Make a backup copy of '''SCRIPTS.pak'''. | # Make a backup copy of '''SCRIPTS.pak'''. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ||
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# Download and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd]. | # Download and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd]. | ||
# Click on Edit, then Add. | # Click on Edit, then Add. | ||
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{{ii}} 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: | {{ii}} 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: | ||
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# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
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{{ii}} Landmass reflections can work on Patch 1.1. | {{ii}} Landmass reflections can work on Patch 1.1. | ||
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# Go to [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?p=499143#p499143 this forum topic]. | # Go to [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?p=499143#p499143 this forum topic]. | ||
# For the 32-bit version, download '''FarCryWineFix.zip''' and extract the files into the Bin32 folder. | # For the 32-bit version, download '''FarCryWineFix.zip''' and extract the files into the Bin32 folder. | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}</code> | ||
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Revision as of 22:50, 22 November 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
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 | not available in Germany | |||
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[citation needed] |
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Notes
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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.
Steam Instructions[citation needed] |
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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
Changing the resolution using console[3] |
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Alternative - Changing the resolution by editing system.cfg[citation needed] |
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Notes
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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.
Change FOV using console and developer mode[3] |
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Notes
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Permanently changing the FOV by editing files[3] |
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Notes
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Borderless fullscreen windowed
Force borderless fullscreen[citation needed] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | Only available in the retail version. See here for the Steam version translation. | |||
Russian | ||||
Czech |
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[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Broken water reflections
- Reflections on water are broken by default in Windows Vista and higher. Foliage and other objects are reflected, but landmasses are missing altogether.[4]
- Landmass reflections can work on Patch 1.1.
Apply WineD3D fix[5] |
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Notes
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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
Modify the system.cfg file[6] |
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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
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 WSGF article
- ↑ Far Cry - Missing Landmass Reflections on Water - YouTube
- ↑ VOGONS • View topic - Far Cry
- ↑ TweakGuides.com - Far Cry Tweak Guide
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