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Release Date | |
Feb 28, 2017 | Nov 18, 2014 |
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Guerrilla Games | Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Red Storm, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Kyiv |
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Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation), PlayStation Publishing LLC (PC) | Ubisoft |
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Action Role-Playing (Action RPG), Open World, Adventure | Action-Adventure, Open World, First-Person Shooter |
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Decima | Dunia Engine 2 (Heavily modified CryEngine) |
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Content Rating | |
T (Teen) - ESRB Descriptors: Blood, Drug Reference | Mature 17+ |
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4.3 / 5.0 | 4.2 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
$49.99 | $29.99 |
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N/A | Ajay Ghale's abilities are upgraded through two skill trees: 'The Tiger' (offensive skills, focusing on assault tactics, weapon handling, and takedowns) and 'The Elephant' (defensive/utility skills, focusing on health, crafting syringes, survival, and stealth). Skill points are earned by gaining XP from completing missions, liberating outposts, hunting, and other activities. Crafting is essential for upgrading gear capacity (weapon holsters, ammo pouches, loot bags, syringe kits, etc.) using animal skins hunted from Kyrat's diverse wildlife. A Karma system rewards or punishes Ajay for his actions towards Golden Path members and civilians, unlocking perks and affecting interactions. |
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World & Level Design | |
Horizon Zero Dawn features a large open world divided into distinct ecological regions: the mountainous Sacred Lands of the Nora, the desert canyons and mesas of the Carja Sundom (including the capital Meridian and Sunfall), dense jungles, and the snowy, harsh northern territories of the Banuk (expanded in 'The Frozen Wilds' DLC with 'The Cut'). The map is traversed on foot or by overriding and riding certain machines. Tallnecks must be overridden to reveal sections of the map. |
Kyrat is a large and vertically diverse open world, divided into Southern Kyrat and Northern Kyrat (unlocked later in the story). Southern Kyrat features lush valleys, forests, and rivers, while Northern Kyrat is characterized by treacherous snow-capped mountains, high-altitude plateaus, and icy conditions. The map is rich with varied biomes, ancient temples, remote villages, and enemy strongholds. Additionally, players can access the mystical realm of Shangri-La through a series of side missions, offering a visually distinct and fantastical environment. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
Horizon Zero Dawn is a strictly single-player experience and does not feature any multiplayer or co-operative modes. |
1. Co-op Campaign: A second player can join the host's world as Hurk Drubman Jr. Together, they can tackle outposts, fortresses, open-world activities, and some side content. Story progression is tied to the host. 2. Battles of Kyrat (PvP): An asymmetrical 5v5 mode where one team plays as the Rakshasa (Golden Path warriors using bows, animals, and stealth) and the other as the Elite Guard (Pagan Min's soldiers using guns and vehicles). Modes include Outpost, Propaganda, and Demon Mask. |
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Available Editions | |
Originally released with a Standard Edition. The 'Complete Edition' (for PS4 and PC) includes the base game, 'The Frozen Wilds' expansion, a digital art book, a PS4 dynamic theme, and several in-game item packs (Carja Storm Ranger Outfit and Mighty Bow, Carja Trader Pack, Banuk Trailblazer Outfit and Culling Bow, Banuk Traveller Pack, Nora Keeper Pack). A 'Remastered Edition' for PS5 and PC was released on October 31, 2024, featuring graphical enhancements and new features. |
Far Cry 4 was released in several editions: Standard Edition, Limited Edition (included Hurk's Redemption missions & Impaler Harpoon Gun), Gold Edition (included the Season Pass), and Collector's Kyrat Edition (included a Pagan Min figurine, map, journal, poster, and the Limited Edition content + Season Pass). |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
The major post-launch content is 'The Frozen Wilds,' a significant story expansion that adds a new northern region ('The Cut'), new characters, new machines (e.g., Frostclaws, Fireclaws), new weapons, new skills ('Traveler' skill tree), and a compelling storyline. This expansion is included in the Complete Edition and Remastered Edition. |
The Season Pass included several DLC packs: 'Valley of the Yetis' (a new open-world campaign where Ajay crashes in a Yeti-infested valley), 'Escape from Durgesh Prison' (a challenging permadeath mode with a time limit), 'The Hurk Deluxe Pack' (5 new missions starring Hurk and his harpoon gun), and 'Overrun' (a new PvP mode and map). Standalone weapon packs were also available. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
Powered by the Decima engine, Horizon Zero Dawn is renowned for its breathtaking visuals, featuring lush and diverse environments, highly detailed machine designs, realistic weather effects, and a dynamic day/night cycle. The PC port and PS5 Remastered Edition offer enhanced graphical options, including higher resolutions, framerates, improved draw distances, and ultrawide support (PC). |
Powered by the Dunia Engine 2, Far Cry 4 delivers stunning visuals of the Himalayan landscapes, ranging from lush, dense forests and vibrant valleys to snow-covered peaks and ancient, detailed temples. The game features advanced lighting, realistic weather effects, and highly detailed character and animal models. NVIDIA Gameworks technologies like HBAO+, PCSS, TXAA, and enhanced God Rays were available on PC for improved visual fidelity. |
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The acclaimed original score, composed by Joris de Man, The Flight, Niels van der Leest, and Jonathan Williams, features a blend of orchestral, tribal, and electronic elements that perfectly capture the game's atmosphere. Sound design for machines is distinctive and crucial for identifying threats. |
The original score was composed by Cliff Martinez, blending orchestral elements with traditional South Asian instrumentation to reflect Kyrat's atmosphere. The game features in-world radio stations, most notably Radio Free Kyrat hosted by the charismatic and often hilarious Rabi Ray Rana, who provides commentary on Ajay's actions and the ongoing civil war. Sound design effectively captures the diverse wildlife, distinct weapon sounds, and environmental ambiance of the Himalayas. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
Features a clean and immersive UI with a compass, quest log, health/medicine indicators, weapon/ammo selection wheel, and contextual prompts. The Focus scan provides detailed information overlay about machines and the environment. A world map is used for navigation and tracking objectives. |
Features a standard first-person HUD with a mini-map, health bar (regenerating), ammo count, and objective markers. A radial menu is used for weapon selection, syringe crafting/use, and throwing items. The world map is detailed, allowing for custom waypoints and tracking collectibles. Interaction prompts are clear and contextual. |
Accessibility Options | |
Includes options for subtitle customization (size, background), remappable controls (PC), adjustable difficulty levels, aim assist, options to reduce camera shake, and audio cues. The Remastered version may include further enhancements. |
Includes options for subtitle display (size, background), customizable controls (key remapping, sensitivity), aim assist, and adjustable difficulty levels. Game-specific features like tagging enemies and highlighting interactive objects aid gameplay visibility. |
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720p (HD) - Minimum (Remastered - Target: 720p, 30 FPS, Very Low Preset) (Very Low Preset. Upscaling may be needed.) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for Remastered. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Performance varies greatly by laptop thermals and power limits. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for Remastered. GPU (Laptop): Targets ~30 FPS at 720p Very Low. **4GB VRAM is an absolute minimum for laptops and will likely require texture compromises and aggressive upscaling.** TGP and cooling are critical. RAM: Minimum RAM for Remastered (original PC port listed 8GB min, 16GB rec). | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8250U (with good cooling) / AMD Ryzen 3 2200U or newer entry-level quad-core mobile CPUs. An Intel Core i3 H-series (10th gen+) or Ryzen 3 H-series (4000 series+) would be better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB), NVIDIA GeForce MX350/MX450 (GDDR6, 2GB - very low settings); OR AMD Radeon RX 560X Mobile (4GB). A GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB) is a more realistic minimum for laptops. layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 135 GB available space (SSD Strongly Recommended for Remastered/Complete Edition) | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset) (High/Ultra Preset) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p at 60 FPS. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for smoother 1080p gameplay. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p at 60 FPS on high settings. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs for recommended 1080p. RAM: Recommended RAM for smoother performance (though 16GB is standard for modern gaming). Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2400S @ 2.5 GHz or AMD FX-8350 @ 4.0 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 (2GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (2GB) or better laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-3630QM / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 (Desktop equivalent in laptop form factor) or better. **Modern laptop CPUs like Intel Core i5 10th gen+ / AMD Ryzen 5 3000 series+ will handle this effortlessly.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M (2GB) / GTX 870M (3GB) / AMD Radeon R9 M290X equivalent or better. **Modern laptop GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile, RTX 4050 Mobile, and above will achieve extremely high framerates at 1080p Ultra. An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile is massively overkill for 1080p but great for higher resolutions.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Remastered - Target: 1080p, 60 FPS, Medium Preset) (Medium Preset. Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' or 'Balanced') recommended.) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for Remastered. CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a good 1080p/60FPS experience at medium settings. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for Remastered 1080p/60 Medium. GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p Medium. **Ensure adequate TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 6GB VRAM is a good target, 8GB better. Upscaling technologies will significantly aid performance and visual quality. RAM: 16GB RAM in dual-channel. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or newer mid-range performance mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel Core i5 H-series 11th gen+, AMD Ryzen 5 H-series 5000+). laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB/6GB, High TGP - 6GB preferred), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, Medium to High TGP), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB); OR AMD Radeon RX 6600M (8GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 135 GB available space (SSD Strongly Recommended for Remastered/Complete Edition) | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Likely 720p/Low or 1080p/Low ~30 FPS) (Low Preset) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for playable framerates. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent for minimum performance. Modern entry-level laptop CPUs will easily surpass this. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum performance targets. Modern entry-level dedicated GPUs are significantly more powerful. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement. Storage: HDD is minimum. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-750 @ 2.6 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 955 @ 3.2 GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (1GB) or AMD Radeon HD5850 (1GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-2410M / AMD A8-3500M equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M (1GB) / AMD Radeon HD 7770M equivalent or better. **An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile will run this game at 1080p Ultra settings with very high framerates.** layersRAM: 4 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB HDD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (1440p ~60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset) (High/Ultra Preset) CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p at 60 FPS. CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop CPUs suitable for 1440p. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p at 60 FPS. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance laptop GPUs for 1440p. RAM: 16GB RAM recommended for smoother 1440p. Storage: SSD recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-3770 @ 3.4 GHz or AMD FX-8350 @ 4.0 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 (3GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (4GB) / R9 390 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-4700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (Desktop equivalent in laptop) or better. **Modern laptop CPUs like Intel Core i7 10th gen+ / AMD Ryzen 7 3000 series+ are more than sufficient.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB/6GB) / GTX 980M (4GB/8GB) or AMD equivalent. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, RTX 4060 Mobile, and above will deliver excellent, high-framerate performance at 1440p Ultra settings. An RTX 3070 Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile will ensure consistently high FPS.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB SSD. |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Very High (Remastered - Target: 4K @ 60 FPS, Very High Preset) (Very High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Performance' or 'Balanced') essential.) CPU: High-end desktop CPU for 4K/60 Very High. CPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop CPUs required for this demanding target. GPU: Top-tier desktop GPU for 4K/60 Very High. GPU (Laptop): Only the absolute top-tier laptop GPUs with maximum TGP and exceptional cooling can attempt 4K/60 at high/very high settings. **Heavily reliant on aggressive upscaling (DLSS/FSR 'Performance').** Native 4K at these settings is generally beyond current laptop capabilities for such visuals. RAM: 32GB RAM strongly recommended for 4K gaming at high settings. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-11700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or newer flagship mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel HX series, AMD HX series). laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 135 GB available space (SSD Strongly Recommended for Remastered/Complete Edition) | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - High (Remastered - Target: 1440p @ 60 FPS / 4K @ 30 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' for 1440p, 'Balanced' for 4K) recommended.) CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p/4K High. CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPU to avoid bottlenecks at higher resolutions. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p60/4K30 High. GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1440p High or ~30 FPS at 4K High. **Max TGP versions and excellent cooling are crucial.** 8GB VRAM is minimum, 10GB+ ideal. Upscaling will be very important. RAM: 16GB RAM dual-channel. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or newer high-performance mobile CPUs. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), RX 6800M (12GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 135 GB available space (SSD Strongly Recommended for Remastered/Complete Edition) | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (~30-60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset) (High/Ultra Preset (May require adjustments for consistent 60 FPS on older top-tier cards)) CPU: Desktop CPU recommendation for 4K. CPU (Laptop): Estimated top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K, GPU is primary factor. GPU: Desktop GPU recommendation for 4K. For consistent 60 FPS at launch, SLI/Crossfire or a top single card with some setting tweaks was common. GPU (Laptop): Highest-end laptop GPUs (for the era) for 4K. Modern high-end laptop GPUs offer significantly better 4K performance for this title. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended for 4K. Storage: SSD required for optimal 4K experience. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4790K @ 4.0 GHz or AMD Ryzen 7 1700 @ 3.0 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 (4GB) / GTX Titan X (Maxwell, 12GB) or AMD Radeon R9 Fury X (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-6700HQ / AMD Ryzen 7 2700U or better. **Modern high-performance laptop CPUs (Intel Core i7/i9 H/HX-series, AMD Ryzen 7/9 HS/HX-series) are recommended for 4K gaming.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M SLI (for consistent high FPS at launch era) or a single very high-end mobile GPU of that time. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (High TGP), RTX 4070 Mobile, and higher (e.g., RTX 3080/Ti Mobile, RTX 4080/4090 Mobile) will run the game at 4K Ultra settings with high framerates. An RTX 3060 Mobile (High TGP) or RTX 4060 Mobile can achieve playable 4K at adjusted settings.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB SSD. |
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Spec: 135 GB available space (SSD Strongly Recommended for Remastered/Complete Edition) Note: An SSD is highly recommended for faster load times, reduced texture pop-in, and a smoother overall experience. The original PC port required ~100GB. Type: SSD | Spec: 30 GB available space (SSD Recommended). Note: SSD is recommended for faster load times and texture streaming. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 64-bit (version 1909 or higher for Remastered) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 (specified version or newer) or Windows 11 is required. | Spec: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8/8.1 (64-bit versions only) Explanation: Only 64-bit Windows 7 or newer is supported. Windows 10/11 64-bit recommended for modern hardware. |
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