Far Cry 3

First of all, I was very skeptical of the ‘masterpiece’ label for this game, given Ubisoft’s track record. Maybe back in 2012, they weren’t as bad, but I’ve always had mixed feelings about them. Even their so-called golden age games like Prince of Persia, Rayman, or Splinter Cell never felt on par with their competition at the time.

Anyway, I also had some prejudice against playing FPS games on a gamepad when this first came out, and I didn’t own a gaming PC yet, so I skipped it—without realizing I was skipping a game with such a huge influence on the industry.

I had a moment of enlightenment when I realized that some of my all-time favorites, like Metal Gear Solid V and Zelda: Breath of the Wild, took inspiration from this game’s open-world design. Big shock! I had heard this before, but I dismissed Far Cry 3 so hard that I convinced myself it could never hold a candle to those games in terms of execution. I was wrong. This game executes its ideas incredibly well—maybe even better than my favorites (Zelda and MGS).

The gameplay is fire! Also, my prejudice against playing FPS games on a gamepad? Gone. I played most of this on my Steam Deck, and it runs very well. The weapons feel great, the upgrades are satisfying, the skill tree is fun, and the story is both engaging and easy to follow. And the best part? It delivers all of this in under 20 hours—so much content without feeling bloated. I won’t bother with the newer Far Cry games because I know they’ve become the same bloated mess as most Ubisoft games nowadays.

Anyway, I love this game. It’s amazing. I missed it back in the day, ignored it for over a decade, and now—holy cow, what an experience. I want more games like this: medium-length, engaging, a blast to play, with amazing gameplay.

9/10

Finaly Ubisoft decided to add achievements to these games, and i can play them again, theyre good ,fun and worth the time. Sadly this far cry 3 crashed for me allot. Game is pretty short took me 19 hours to get all of the achievements and basicly do everything what game has to offer. Ubisoft launcher sucks.

I LOVE this game, don't get me wrong.

i shouldn't have to login, multiple times... for the game "to not" work!

maybe i'm just old and not understanding.

Fun game, and pretty much my favorite Far Cry game; However, the very first Far Cry will always hold a spot in my heart. I had to revisit this since it now has achievements on steam. Graphics at Ultra actually hold up well for 2025. Gameplay is the king here, Far Cry 3 is by far one of the most fun FPS games ever made and yes I needed achievements in order to come to that realization.

8/10
- Loses two points cause Ubisoft is one of the silliest companies in existence but then gains one point back because Ubisoft has semi redeemed themselves by adding achievements on Steam. Yes I know.... tacky.
- Loses another point cause I don't give out tens, or in this case nines for Ubisoft cause I'm petty that way.

Still stands as one of the best Far Cry editions. Just wrapped it up again in 2025. Multiplayer is dead (servers taken down) but it was primarily a single player game to start with. All achievements work.

Unplayable on modern hardware.

Just as Ubisoft added achievements.
It's like some sick joke.

Can't stand the practices of this company.
I can't see myself purchasing another Ubisoft title in the future.

0/10

game good
ubisoft bad

why the fuck do i need an internet connection to play a singleplayer game
just to load your stupid 3rd party launcher? f off ubisoft i hope you go under

Still just a masterpiece of a game. Also earned achievements right away either with my Ubisoft account or cloud save i had from 2012. not sure

I played for an hour but i keep having a repeating problem. My game screen will switch to a windowed format whenever a few specific but common (key game mechanic) cut scenes happen. Such as getting attacked by dogs or opening the camera/binoculars more so its hard to get the screen to go back to normal through the settings if it will. This happens every time I play the game and I have not found a way to stop it yet either. Its a good game(I did 2 missions so far) but i cant play when its showing on the left side of my screen in a shrunk window.

Edit: it looks this game never got an update for compatability with windows 11. Which is the reasons for the complaints about bugs/crashes.

Will the game is fine and i have played the game before on ps3 ah old times but playing any game from ubisoft or EA in pc is annoying as :::::: ,1 you cant play offline you need their shitty app connected to internet first , 2 every time i lunch their shitty app problems happen, crashing , need to re do the password every time , sync the game to their servers even if i disabled the shit , they are wasting half our playing time on fixing some garbage and useless apps now the regret of buying FC5 is coming to me

With the amount of crashes I experienced per hour in this game I can say that I know the definition of insanity. More crashes than in any Destruction Derby games. However it didn't bother me that much, because I fucking love this game. This is almost a perfect game.

I had played it years ago on Playstation, but with the added achievements I just had to get my fix somewhere, right?
And I knew I would fall in love anew when I was giggling like a little kid being chased by four komodo dragons.
Have you ever stopped to look at how they move? How they sound? They are MAJESTIC. Damn, I love komodo dragons.

Yeah, yeah, the characters are great, the story is fun, I got the ending I deserved with some boobs in my face I guess.

But the komodo dragons; keep hustlin'.

another great game i cant play because lame UBISOFT making everything about them and not about us enjoying the game we bought. i dont know why i even bother with them any more i think im done. long time fan of this game wanted to replay the past alil and they cant even do that for us with out making us jump through hoops. always making the game laggy no need for the sign in garbage. buy the game on console and save yourself

Hate for Ubisoft for not allowing me to play the game.
I bought the game on Steam but you require to run it through Ubisoft connect that is laggy: require to login every time, sometimes fails and require to restart it, then 50% chance it will suspend my password and require to change it, then by changing it that often it's easy to make a mistake while reentering it again and again and in result your account is blocked for 1h and you can't play it.
Nice user experience!

Crashes like crazy, if you don't do activities and just hunt stuff you can lose hours of progress because of this. Don't even bother playing it.

No cloud save and shitty ubishit launcher which requires logging in every launch lmao

I can say that I grew up with this game and it is very special for me.
I finished the game many times and it was never boring for me.


~ GAMEPLAY ~
🔲 Boring
🔲 Rock Paper Scissors
✅ Entertaining
🔲 Fun
🔲 Godlike


~ DIFFICULTY ~
✅ My grandma could play it
🔲 Easy
🔲 Normal
🔲 Hard
🔲 A challenge to be reckoned


~ GRAPHICS ~
🔲 MS Paint
🔲 Bad
🔲 Meh
✅ Normal
🔲 Very Good
🔲 An original artistic direction
🔲 Beautiful
🔲 Masterpiece


~ STORY ~
🔲 This game has no story
🔲 Some lore
🔲 It's there for people who want it
✅ Well written
🔲 Leading to more in-depth researches/thoughts
🔲 A model to get inspired by


~ LENGTH ~
🔲 0 (No story)
🔲 Short
✅ Average
🔲 Long
🔲 To infinity and beyond


~ MUSIC ~
🔲 Just filling noises/No music
✅ Trivial and uneventful
🔲 Good and/or fitting the game's artistic dispositions
🔲 Memorable
🔲 Transcending whispers of a forgotten world


~ INTEREST ~
🔲 I would rather watch paint dry
🔲 Hard to enjoy
🔲 Repetitive and/or uninspired
✅ A good moment
🔲 Sticking out of the pack
🔲 You will remember it long after


~ REPLAYABILITY ~
🔲 A one-time experience
🔲 Only for achievements
🔲 If you wait a few months/years (or with mods)
✅ Definitely
🔲 Infinitely replayable (or almost)


~ BUGS ~
🔲 Never heard of
🔲 Minor bugs
🔲 Can get annoying
🔲 Impacts the player's experience badly
🔲 The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs
✅ Ubisoft

---{ Graphics }---
☑ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Okay
☐ Bad
☐ Very stylized
☐ They're what they should be for what the game is
☐ MS Paint could make something better

---{ Gameplay }---
☑ Fantastic
☐ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Meh
☐ Bad, but playable
☐ Just go watch paint dry

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Amazing
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not to bad
☐ Alright
☐ Bad
☐ My ears are bleeding

---{ Audience }---
☑ Babies
☑ Young kids
☑ Young teens
☑ Older teens
☑ Adults
☑ Old people
☑ Anyone with a decent maturity level
☑ Anyone with a lack of maturity
☑ Anyone that is alive
☑ No one, not even your dog

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☐ Just average
☐ A little better than average
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☑ Better than good
☐ Fancy Pants Rich Boy
☐ NASA

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Can choose your difficulty setting
☐ No difficulty needed
☐ Just press 'W"
☐ Easy
☐ Medium
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☐ Significant brain usage
☑ Hard
☐ Verry Difficult

---{ Grind }---
☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if you like to collect things
☑ Only if you care about steam achievements
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Only if you care about rankings/placements/leaderboards/etc.
☐ Average grind level
☑ A little grindy
☐ Too much grind
☐ You‘ll need a second life, maybe some macros, & a will to live for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ Story? What story?
☐ No Story
☐ Twilight was a better love story than this
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It‘ll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ 1-2 Hours
☐ 2-5 Hours
☐ 5-10 Hours
☐ 10-20 Hours
☑ 20-50 Hours
☐ 50+ Hours
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Replayablity }---
☐ You won't even finish it the first time
☐ None, once was enough
☐ Not that kind of game
☐ You don't stop playing this kinda game, ever
☐ Maybe once or twice, to try something new
☑ You'll want to get every single possible ending & secret there is
☐ You'll pick it up every few years, but never finish a whole playthrough
☐ A lot, just to romance everyone, pick new options. try new classes, etc

---{ Price }---
☐ It’s free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If you have some money to blow
☐ Wait for it to go on sale for the 100th time
☐ Ask someone to gift it to you instead
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Circumstantial (PC specs, internet, save/install location, etc.)
☐ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☑ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

---{ 10 / 10 }---
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☑ 10

Bullshit fucking Ubisoft launcher, Problem authenticating ownership of product. Been waiting for a fix for weeks, don't buy this shit.

Ubisoft is garbage, were forced to use uplay for every game. Not only is it a terrible platform but it forgets your product key within a week and ubisoft staff and too dense to recognize the product key is valid and linked to my steam account after showing them a picture of both windows open with both accounts with a time stamp and ID. Such a shame this was a decent game.

Amazing game with an amazing story of good,of evil and even KARMA
it will be nice to see a Remake of this one 10/10

This game requires work arounds to even get to start up on modern day PCs. Truth be told they shouldn’t even be selling this game until they can patch it for current gpus/cpus. Stay away

Did I ever tell you the definition of insanity?
Playing the same mission over and over again expecting your game not to crash
Fuck Ubisoft
Game good Ubisoft suck

Far Cry 3 was special in its time but is just fine overall. I've played it countless times, from official discs to pirated versions. Recently, Ubisoft oddly chose to add achievements years later, which is as annoying as it is unnecessary. While I enjoyed the game, its outdated graphics could have used a refresh. Jason Brody remains a memorable character. Recommended for first-timers, but here’s hoping Ubisoft prioritizes innovation over recycling.

While FC3 itself is a decent game (i'd give it about a 3.8/5), having to deal with Ubisoft Connect as a form of DRM is so irritating that had i known beforehand, i never would have bought this game, even on sale. I've played FC3 in the past, and it was nice to go back, but at this point i can't wait to finish the game so i can be done with Ubisoft for good.
Btw, the game essentially cannot be played offline, even though it's a single-player game, so if you're like me and don't have broadband, get ready for frustration.

Naturally being the best farcry player to ever grace the internet I enjoyed this game, only being outdone by next generation of farcry spinoffs but it's nice to go back to this one and remind yourself on where we came from.

the game itself is good.

But if i let a bad review it's because of the large ammount of CRASH i got on my windows 10. and since the game is almost forgot by ubisoft. don't buy it on steam. The game got a large ammount of compatibility problems and become almost unplayable.

i already tried so many fix. compatibility. reinstall the c++ distribuable and even tried to stop tablet input services (yep to the point even windows system seems to make it crash) not sure if it's coming from my computer. but i doubt, it since i'm not alone to have hard time getting no crash. and since it's the only one of my games that crash.

if you don't own the game yet. and really want to buy it on windows 10. maybe prepare for crashs.

Far Cry 3 – A Game Stuck in the Past

Far Cry 3 was a revolutionary game when it launched in 2012. It introduced an open world, a charismatic antagonist, and engaging gameplay. But here’s the real question: how does it hold up after more than a decade?

Replaying it now, I encountered the same bugs and crashes that Ubisoft never bothered to fix. Thankfully, fan-made mods exist to improve the experience, but why should that be the responsibility of the players?

The only real "update" Ubisoft provided? Ubisoft Connect, which constantly asks for your login credentials while bombarding you with ads for their latest games. Wow, thanks for that, Ubisoft!

Major Issues

🌍 World Design – The infamous "Ubisoft Towers" mechanic still feels like artificial gameplay padding. The map remains hidden unless you climb them, a system that has long outlived its usefulness.

🔫 Gameplay Mechanics – Shooting feels sluggish, weapon ballistics are nearly nonexistent, and vehicle handling is barely tolerable at best.

⚠ Physics & Controls – Gravity is your worst enemy. You won’t die from enemy bullets—you’ll die because the game refuses to let you deploy your parachute in time, despite pressing the right button.

🚫 No Post-Launch Support – 13 years later, Ubisoft still hasn't fixed its numerous technical issues. Selling a game in this state is nothing short of disrespectful to players.

Conclusion

Far Cry 3 is still good for a nostalgia trip, but that’s all it is. Thankfully, there are plenty of modern franchises that have far surpassed this title in both storytelling and mechanics.

And if Ubisoft ever releases a remaster, don’t be surprised when they market it as "innovative."

At this point, I have zero interest in buying anything new from this company.

I've only played this game once, but it's still one of the best I've ever played. Released in 2013, it's something wonderful during that era. 10/10.

Far Cry 3 remains an amazing open-world shooter even after all these years. It boasts one of the best—and most memorable—villains in gaming history, a vast and beautifully rendered map, and exhilarating gunplay that keeps every firefight exciting. With tons of side missions and activities scattered throughout, there's always something new to explore and conquer.

Sure, some elements might seem a bit silly now, 13 years on, and the game does lose a bit of traction in its final third. However, these minor flaws hardly detract from the overall thrill and fun of the experience.

If you're a fan of first-person shooters, you owe it to yourself to give this classic a try.

Best FC game, with # 4 right behind it, when AAA developers actually put a story into a game, while also making the world feel lived in.
From the days of peak Ubi, pumping out bangers left and right, but they lost their path somewhere along the way, which is a real shame.

Ubi Connect is a horrible POS.

It is with disappointment that I cannot recommend this game. I played this on PS3 and 100%ed it. It WAS my favourite game but this version has a serious, game breaking glitch wherein the game will fire accidentally when aiming. This occurs randomly and make stealth (a key game-play element) impossible. It is incredibly disappointing.
Also, Ubisoft requires sign-in to their service and internet access in order to play this single-player game. Grrrrrrr

Add achievements to steam and get some players back on this great game
Not fix the game in any way so that getting said achievements will be impossible due to constant crashing
Ubisoft 🤡

This is my all time favorite Far Cry and I cant even play it. I played it back in 2021 or 2022 and it ran just fine. But now the achievements have been put in I want to go and play through it again and it wont even launch. I even tried the processor core reduction fix and it doesn't work. There are more complicated work arounds for this issue but I don't feel like rooting through stuff just to make a game I BOUGHT work correctly. Wild, don't buy this game

A huge and excitingly rich open world. Prowl it like a hunter, plan sneaky attacks, and turn the animal kingdom into bags.

One of the great FPS, ruined entirely by Ubisoft's stupidity with launchers. Uplay used to work. Ubisoft Connect doesn't work. It just crashed me out. I can't turn it off, I can't play my game. Thanks.

One of the best open world first person shooters ever made. Far Cry 3 was made when Ubisoft still had the sauce. Formulaic but very fun and stands the test of time.

Of course you can feel its age but it does not hold the game back. The skyboxes in this game are superb. The music used in-game is honestly pretty decent too and no, I'm not referring to the Flamethrower mission. The wingsuit is just as fun to use as I remembered.

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☑ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☐ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☑ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☑ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☑ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☐ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☑ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☐ Average
☑ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☑ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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☐ 1
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Rating: 9/10

Overview: Far Cry 3, developed by Ubisoft, is an open-world first-person shooter that blends exploration, action, and narrative-driven gameplay. Set on a tropical island filled with hostile enemies, dangerous wildlife, and hidden secrets, players assume the role of Jason Brody, a young man stranded on the island after a skydiving accident. The game is widely regarded as one of the best entries in the Far Cry series and is praised for its dynamic world, deep gameplay mechanics, and captivating story.

Story: The plot of Far Cry 3 follows Jason Brody, who, after being captured by pirates on a tropical island, must navigate through the dangerous environment to rescue his friends and survive. The island is home to a ruthless pirate leader named Vaas Montenegro, who serves as the game’s primary antagonist. Vaas is charismatic, insane, and deeply unpredictable, making him one of the most memorable video game villains.

The story focuses on Jason’s transformation from an average college student to a hardened survivor and killer. Along the way, Jason becomes entangled in a conflict involving pirates, mercenaries, and indigenous tribes, with the story exploring themes of survival, sanity, and the cost of violence. The game’s plot is engaging, filled with twists and turns that keep players invested in the journey.

Gameplay: Far Cry 3 offers an expansive open world filled with diverse activities. The gameplay combines action, exploration, stealth, and strategic combat. Players can approach missions in a variety of ways, whether by sneaking past enemies, launching head-on attacks, or using the environment and wildlife to their advantage. The combat system is fluid and satisfying, with a wide range of weapons, explosives, and throwable items at your disposal.

The island is rich in detail, with lush jungles, mountain ranges, and sprawling villages to explore. As Jason progresses, he unlocks new skills and upgrades, adding a layer of RPG elements to the game. Players can also engage in side activities, such as hunting wild animals, liberating outposts, completing challenges, and collecting collectibles, which help enhance the gameplay experience.

One of the standout features of Far Cry 3 is its freedom of playstyle. Players can choose how they want to approach each situation, whether by using stealth to silently take down enemies or by going all-out with guns blazing. The game also includes a crafting system, allowing players to craft weapons, syringes, and equipment from materials found on the island, which adds a layer of depth to exploration and resource management.

Graphics and Performance: Far Cry 3 features beautiful, vibrant graphics that showcase the lush tropical island environment. The landscapes are varied, with dense jungles, sandy beaches, and towering cliffs offering visually stunning backdrops. The character models and animations are solid, though some of the facial animations can feel a bit stiff during cutscenes.

Performance-wise, Far Cry 3 runs well on most systems, though it can be demanding on lower-end hardware. On higher settings, the game looks gorgeous, with dynamic lighting, realistic water effects, and immersive environmental details. However, some older systems may struggle with frame drops or stuttering, especially in the more intense action sequences.

Audio Design: The audio design in Far Cry 3 is top-notch, with excellent sound effects for weapons, wildlife, and environmental elements. The ambient sounds of the jungle, like birds chirping, animals growling, and the rustling of leaves, help immerse players in the world. The voice acting is strong, particularly with characters like Jason and Vaas, whose performances add depth to the story.

The soundtrack also deserves praise, with intense, atmospheric music that complements the game's tone, particularly during combat and key story moments. The use of music heightens the drama and tension, making the action feel more impactful.

Challenges: Far Cry 3 is a challenging game, but not overwhelmingly difficult. The difficulty ramps up as you progress through the story, with tougher enemies, more complex missions, and larger environments. Combat can be intense, especially during larger battles or when facing heavily armed enemies, but the game's mechanics give players enough tools and flexibility to overcome obstacles.

The game does a great job of balancing action, stealth, and exploration, but the lack of enemy variety can sometimes make encounters feel repetitive. The AI can also feel predictable at times, though the open-world nature allows for plenty of creative ways to tackle missions, which keeps things fresh.

Final Thoughts: Far Cry 3 is an exceptional open-world game that combines a compelling narrative, engaging gameplay, and a richly detailed world. The freedom of choice, diverse combat options, and vibrant island setting make it a standout title in the first-person shooter genre. The captivating story, particularly with the unforgettable character of Vaas, keeps players invested from start to finish.

Pros:

Expansive, beautiful open world to explore
Memorable characters and a gripping story
Engaging combat and a wide variety of weapons
Freedom of playstyle with strategic options
Solid RPG elements with skill progression and crafting
Excellent audio and music design
Cons:

Enemy variety and AI can feel repetitive at times
Some facial animations can be stiff in cutscenes
Certain sections of the game can feel grindy
Far Cry 3 is a must-play for fans of open-world shooters, survival games, and action-packed adventures. With its stunning world, memorable characters, and freedom of gameplay, it remains one of the best entries in the Far Cry series and an excellent addition to any gaming library.

If you dreamed of a game where you could become the king of the jungle, fight pirates and experience a story that will stick in your memory, then Far Cry 3 is your perfect choice.
Why is it a masterpiece?
1. A plot with adrenaline in the blood. You play as Jason Brody - an ordinary guy who turns into a real warrior, saving his friends from the mad pirate Vaas. This antagonist is one of the most charismatic villains in the history of games! His phrase "Do you know what madness is?" will become your meme for years.
2. A world that lives. The tropical Rook Islands are not just a backdrop, but a real adventure reserve. Here, tigers hunt buffalo, pirates argue about life, and you can set fire to a marijuana field to Skrillex tracks. Yes, it's as epic as it sounds!
3. Freedom of action. Want to quietly eliminate enemies with a knife? You're welcome! Attack an outpost in a jeep with a flamethrower? Easy! Or release a leopard from a cage to do all the work for you? This is Far Cry 3 - here your imagination becomes a weapon.
4. Thoughtful gameplay. Hunting for resources, upgrading skills, capturing towers, mini-games like poker - you won't be bored. And there is also a harpoon gun that turns any shootout into a circus of the absurd.
5. An atmosphere that never gets old. Even 13 years after the release, the graphics are pleasing with rich colors, and the soundtrack fits perfectly with the madness of what is happening.
Far Cry 3 is the standard of the genre. A game where every frame, every dialogue and even a failed mission become part of your personal legend. If you haven't yet immersed yourself in this chaos, it's time to start. Vaas is waiting!
P.S. Advice: don't miss side quests. Sometimes saving an island from pirates is prevented by... hunting a rare tiger with a bow. And it's brilliant!

Good luck getting it to run unless you are playing on the same computer you had when the game came out in 2012.

Integration with Ubisoft client killed this game. Played for 5 hours straight, game just crashed without saving anything (why autosave didn't work? ask someone who did this integration idk).
Game itself is a masterpiece, wanted to buy the license after playing pirated version when I was a kid. Not worth it tho.

Despite a game crashing bug, that typical Ubisoft open-world collectable gathering, and the UPlay launcher, Far Cry 3 remains a good game due to its gunplay, decent story, and the iconic Vaas Montenegro.

Amazing Game, Terrible PC Port!

Great game, but the PC version feels like it was duct-taped together by someone on their lunch break. Thankfully, Large Address Aware is here to save the day!

While the game itself is excellent in terms of story, gameplay, and design, the PC port is riddled with issues. Frequent crashes and poor optimization are a problem, but using the Large Address Aware tool can fix the crashing.
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Game Strengths

Gameplay: Core mechanics and design are engaging and fun, staying true to the game’s reputation.

Story: Riveting narrative keeps you hooked.

Visuals: The game looks fantastic if you can keep it running long enough to appreciate it.
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PC Port Problems

Crashes: Frequent crashes disrupt the experience, especially on modern hardware.

Optimization: Performance issues like stuttering and random frame drops plague the game.

Fix: Using Large Address Aware solves the crashing by allowing the game to use more memory.
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The Good Stuff:

The game itself is a masterpiece.

Beautiful graphics and great storytelling.

A fix exists for the crashes (Large Address Aware).
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The Bad Stuff:


Crashes make it unplayable out of the box for many players.

Lack of proper optimization for PC users.

No official patch to address these long-standing issues.
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Conclusion:

This game is absolutely worth playing, but the PC port drags the experience down. If you’re willing to do some tweaking (like applying the Large Address Aware tool), you’ll have a much better time. Otherwise, it might be best to wait for a patch…if it ever comes.

Far Cry 3 – The Best Far Cry and a Timeless Classic

I've played and completed Far Cry 3 multiple times, and every time I return, it reminds me why it's the best Far Cry game and an absolute classic. The story is gripping, with Jason's transformation from a naive tourist to a ruthless survivor feeling organic and intense. And then there's Vaas—one of the greatest villains in gaming history, delivering insanity in its purest form.

The gameplay still holds up brilliantly. Clearing outposts, hunting, crafting, and exploring the Rook Islands never gets old. Stealth or all-out chaos—every approach is satisfying. The world feels alive, and the freedom to tackle objectives your way keeps the experience fresh.

Far Cry 3 isn't just a game; it's an experience. No other Far Cry has come close to capturing the same magic. If you haven't played it yet, you're missing out on the best the series has to offer.

(✔️ Played on both Ubisoft Connect & Steam, and still can't get enough.)

This game has a very special place in my heart. It's the first Far Cry game that I finished, open world system,gameplay and story are great.Last but not least this game one of the best video game villain.
I'm so glad Ubisoft add steam achievement to this game. Please keep doing that for all of your games, you are on the right track.

Graphics:
☐ Beautiful
☐ Good
☑️ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it

++ Cozy setting: Warm islands with their landscapes, forests, hills, and rivers create a pleasant mood and offer a bright, vivid picture.
-+ Aged visuals: Considering the game was released in 2012, it understandably lacks modern texture quality. However, it doesn’t feel outdated, blurry, or bad.


Gameplay:
☐ Very good
☑️ Good
☑️ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Just don't

Far Cry 3 strikes a good balance between fun and repetitiveness:
++ Repetitiveness that doesn’t bore: While the core formula of “radio tower -> outpost -> hunting -> bounty mission -> story quest” repeats, it doesn’t get dull. A wide arsenal of weapons and a variety of enemies allow for experimentation and keep the gameplay engaging.
++ Tangible consequences of clearing outposts: Removing enemy control results in fewer enemies on the map and more friendly Rak’Yat allies.
++ Improved travel in the second half: After reaching Hoyt’s island, you gain access to the wingsuit and parachute, which makes exploring the island faster and more enjoyable.
++ Mini bonus: The inclusion of poker as a fully functional mini-game adds a small but enjoyable element to the gameplay.
-- Difficulties with roads: Sharp reliefs and narrow roads make driving less comfortable. Off-road shortcuts often lead to accidents, forcing you to stick to the main roads.


Audio:
☐ Eargasm
☑️ Good
☐ Just Ok
☐ Bad

++ Ambient sounds: Gunfire, vehicle noises, and animal sounds create a realistic and immersive atmosphere.
++ Soundtrack: Music in key missions, like burning the marijuana plantation or the airport escape, has already become legendary.
++ Good voice acting: The English voiceover is excellent—characters' accents and mannerisms perfectly reflect their personalities.


Difficulty:
☐ Easy
☑️ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

The game is generally easy thanks to the abundance of weapons and healing options. However, I struggled to clear outposts with a high number of armored enemies.
That said, the gameplay can be as challenging as your creativity allows. Using an "aggressive stealth" approach—combining a variety of weapons for fast yet silent actions takes the game to another level.


Grind:
☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☑️ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

The grind for the main story is minimal:
++ Crafting: Items like backpacks, wallets, and ammo pouches can be crafted quickly, as animals are abundant and their locations are clearly marked on the map.
++ Money: Early in the game, you may feel a slight lack of cash, but it’s easily fixed by looting chests and completing bounty hunter missions. Later, money is plentiful and can be freely spent on treasure maps.


Story:
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☑️ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

A quick note: I’m not very familiar with Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, which has a significant connection to the game’s story. Unfortunately, I can’t evaluate how well these two narratives intertwine.

++ Colorful characters: Jason, Dr. Earnhardt, Vaas, Citra, Buck, and Hoyt are all unique and perfectly integrated into the plot.
++ Jason’s transformation:
1) Jason is a psycho too; the island simply allowed him to embrace it. His reactions to horrors and his ruthless killing methods make it clear that this chaotic environment suits him perfectly.
2) "What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger" — Friedrich Nietzsche. Vaas, ironically, becomes the driving force behind Jason’s transformation into a merciless warrior. After each failed attempt to kill him, Jason grows stronger and more determined, moving further into the arms of the Rak’Yat and Citra.
3) The second half of the game, where Hoyt manipulates Jason into torturing his brother and killing traitors, highlights how he tries to break Jason, just as he once broke Vaas .
++ The Rak’Yat—A cult in disguise: While they initially appear to be a force for good, their cult-like nature becomes evident. For them, Jason is merely a weapon, much like he is for Hoyt.
-- Jason’s rapid transformation: His journey from a spoiled party boy to a ruthless killer feels too fast—just a few days? Even if the island revealed his true nature, such a quick shift feels unrealistic.
-- Lack of focus on friends: Jason’s friends quickly fade into the background. Their role in the story feels limited to being rescued, while Jason’s true motivation seems more about harming Vaas and Hoyt. Over time, his close relationships feel more like "old baggage to leave behind," reducing their impact on his transformation.


Game Time:
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑️ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

I completed the game 100% in 23 hours. If you aim to finish all side activities, you can easily add another 5–10 hours.


Price:
☐ It's free!
☐ Worth the price
☑️ If it's on sale
☑️ If you have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money


Bugs:
☐ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☑️ Can get annoying
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

-- Texture bugs: Occasionally, the character got stuck between objects, requiring crouching and jumping to escape.
-- Random crashes: The game crashed several times without any specific error messages, which was frustrating.


Overall:
Far Cry 3 is a great place for a relaxing escape.
Its engaging characters, immersive island atmosphere, and freedom to experiment with gameplay make it worth your time. However, the rushed pacing of the story and minor technical issues slightly diminish the experience.


Score: 8/10 — a classic mix of chaos and relaxation.

Games like this are the reason I prefer to buy games on GOG now instead of Steam.

Forced online verification not just through Steam, but through Ubisoft's pointless Ubisoft Connect system that barely works.

Requires installing Ubisoft Connect externally and launching the game through that client instead of Steam or else the game will not start or will ask for a nonexistent CD key.

Game crashes all the time when loading, switching graphics settings, or just playing normally.

Runs at a horrible framerate with even moderately high video settings (and I have a RTX 4060 GPU).

So few people were able to get this game working post the latest updates and changes to Ubisoft's DRM that I literally have some of the rarest achievements on Steam now just for getting the game to launch! The highest completion achievement for this game is like 1.6% of players have it.

Avoid at all costs. Buy games that respect you as a customer and as a gamer, NOT Ubisoft garbage!

Firts of all, I have to say that although it is old, it is one of the best games. it still looks great,except for Hoyt, the main villain is why is he so in the backgound,but Vaas is really İconic. Overall it was nice and proud to have completed this game %100 , Definitely play <3

Constantly crashing. Shame because the game itself is iconic. With heavy heart, I wouldn't recommend you to buy this game right now. Or any Ubisoft games, for that matter, until they get their shit together

Pros:
+ Story
+ Graphic
+ Gameplay

Cons:
- Minor Bugs but nothing game breaking
- Short story

If you can get this game on a sale, definetly should.