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info General Information
Release Date
Dec 1, 2015 Oct 29, 2020
Developer
Avalanche Studios Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Reflections
Publisher
Square Enix Ubisoft
Genre(s)
Action-Adventure, Open World, Sandbox, Third-Person Shooter Action-Adventure, Open World, Third-Person Shooter, Stealth, Hacking
Engine
Apex Engine (Avalanche Engine) Disrupt Engine (Modified AnvilNext)
stars Ratings & Price
Content Rating
M (Mature 17+) - ESRB Descriptors: Blood, Intense Mature 17+
Avg. User Rating
3.7 / 5.0 3.5 / 5.0
Current Price (USD)
$29.87 $59.99
tune Key Specs
Quick Highlights
  • Perspective: Third-Person
  • Multiplayer: Single-player Only (Fan-made multiplayer mod for PC)
  • Setting: Medici (Fictional Mediterranean Island Republic)
  • Platforms: PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
  • Unique Feature: Signature Grappling Hook, Wingsuit, and Parachute traversal; massive physics-based destruction sandbox; liberation of a vast Mediterranean archipelago; Gear Mod system for customizing abilities.
  • Perspective: Third-Person
  • Multiplayer: Watch Dogs: Legion Online (Co-op Missions, Tactical Ops, PvP Modes, Free Roam)
  • Setting: Near-Future Dystopian London, UK
  • Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Google Stadia, Amazon Luna
  • Unique Feature: 'Play As Anyone' System (Recruit any NPC), Detailed London Recreation, Diverse Operative Skills & Gadgets, Hacking Integrated into all Gameplay Pillars.
sports_esports Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
  • Rebel Fighters (Army of Liberation): As Rico liberates settlements and military bases, AI-controlled rebel fighters will spawn and engage Di Ravello's forces. They act independently but contribute to the chaotic battles and can provide covering fire or draw enemy attention. Rico can sometimes find rebel squads to assist in specific encounters, but he cannot directly command them.
    Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)
  • Mission-Specific Allies (Mario, Dimah, Sheldon, Annika): Key story characters like Mario Frigo, Dimah al-Masri, Tom Sheldon, and Annika Svensson (in DLC) will accompany or assist Rico during specific story missions or provide objectives and intel. They are not persistent controllable companions but play roles in dedicated mission sequences.
    Human (Key NPCs)
  • Rebel Drop Pilots (Implied): Though not visible companions in the traditional sense, pilots from the rebellion deliver requested vehicles, weapons, and gear to Rico's location via Rebel Drops (supply drops). Their efficiency and the range of available items can be improved by collecting Vintage Parts.
    Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)
  • DedSec Operatives (Player Controlled): The core gameplay revolves around switching between recruited DedSec operatives. While not AI companions in the traditional sense, the player effectively has a team. In online co-op, other players' operatives act as companions.
    Human (Various)
  • Spider-Bot (Infiltrator/Combat): A deployable gadget that can be remotely controlled to infiltrate areas, perform stealth takedowns, hack terminals, and (if upgraded to combat variant) engage enemies. Essential for reconnaissance and accessing small vents.
    Robot (Small Drone)
  • Drones (CT-Drone, Cargo Drone, News Drone, Riot Drone - Hackable/Summonable): Various drones populate London. DedSec can hack them to use for surveillance, distraction, or combat (e.g., turning an Albion CT-Drone against its owners). Certain operatives (like Construction Worker) can summon specific drones (Cargo Drone for riding/transport).
    Robot (Aerial Drone)
  • Bagley (AI): Serves as DedSec's mission handler and tech support, providing intel, sarcastic commentary, and coordinating operations. Not a physical companion but a constant presence via comms.
    Artificial Intelligence
Key Collectibles
  • Di Ravello Tapes: Audio logs recorded by General Di Ravello, scattered across Medici. Collecting these reveals more about his backstory, motivations, and personality. There are 71 tapes in total.
  • Ancient Tombs: Hidden tombs found in various locations. Each tomb contains a switch that, when activated, contributes to unlocking the U-24 Zabijak, a unique shotgun. There are 23 tombs.
  • Daredevil Jumps: Specific ramps or locations designed for performing vehicle jumps. Completing all 30 Daredevil Jumps is required for an achievement/trophy.
  • Vintage Parts: Collectible parts for various weapons and vehicles, found by searching specific locations marked on the map (often after liberating areas or finding intel). Collecting all parts for an item unlocks it for Rebel Drops. There are 79 unique items to collect parts for (weapons, land vehicles, sea vehicles, air vehicles).
  • Rebel Shrines (Virgin Mary Shrines): Small shrines dedicated to the Virgin Mary, scattered across Medici. Lighting all 49 shrines is part of a side activity and unlocks an achievement/trophy.
  • Tomb Raider Relics (Easter Egg - from 'Lost Explorer' mission): Specific relics found during 'The Lost Explorer' side mission series, referencing the Tomb Raider franchise.
  • Tech Points: Found throughout London in restricted areas, on rooftops, or as mission rewards. Used to upgrade DedSec's universal tech gadgets (e.g., Spider-Bot abilities, AR Cloak duration) and hacking skills.
  • Audio Logs & Text Files (Data): Found on computers, phones, and data pads across the city. Provide lore about the world, characters, factions (Albion, Clan Kelley, DedSec, Zero-Day), and insight into the dystopian state of London.
  • Masks: Hidden in distinctive parcel boxes throughout London, often requiring parkour or puzzle-solving to reach. Unlocks cosmetic masks for operatives to wear.
  • ETO Caches (In-game Currency): Small stashes of ETO (the in-game currency) hidden in various locations, often in safes or less accessible areas.
  • Relics (Drink, Darts, Paste-Up locations for Borough Uprising): Activities required to complete borough uprisings, such as playing darts in a pub, drinking at a specific bar, or putting up DedSec propaganda posters. Not traditional collectibles but contribute to area liberation.
Key Themes
  • Liberation
  • Chaos & Destruction
  • Dictatorship
  • Rebellion
  • Mediterranean Setting
  • Physics-Based Sandbox
  • One-Man Army
  • Explosions
  • Over-the-Top Action
  • Anti-Totalitarianism
  • Dystopian Future
  • Surveillance State
  • Resistance & Rebellion
  • Hacking & Cyber Warfare
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Authoritarianism
  • Social Commentary
  • Individuality vs. Conformity
  • The Power of the People
  • Near-Future London
colorize Combat & Gear
Weapons Overview
  • Grappling Hook & Tethers: Traversal, Utility, Combat Tool
    Rico's primary tool. Can attach to surfaces for traversal, tether multiple objects/enemies together (up to 6 tethers simultaneously with upgrades), and retract tethers remotely. Upgradable via Gear Mods for strength, speed, and number of tethers.
  • Firearms (Assorted): Pistols, SMGs, Assault Rifles, Shotguns, Sniper Rifles, LMGs
    A wide variety of conventional firearms. Rico can dual-wield one-handed weapons. Examples: CS Negotiator (Grenade Launcher), UPU-210 (Rocket Launcher), Capstone Hydra (Rocket Launcher), Fire Leech (Homing Cluster Rocket), M488 (Multi-Lock Missile Launcher).
  • Special Weapons (e.g., M488, Fire Leech): Heavy / Unique Firearm
    Powerful weapons often found in military bases or unlocked through progression, offering significant destructive capability, such as multi-lock missile launchers or homing rockets.
  • GE-64 (Remote/Proximity Explosive): Throwable Explosive
    Versatile C4-like explosives that can be planted on surfaces, vehicles, or enemies and detonated remotely. Can be upgraded to have proximity triggers or increased explosive yield via Gear Mods.
  • Grenades: Throwable Explosive
    Standard fragmentation grenades. Capacity can be upgraded via Gear Mods.
  • Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): Weaponized Traversal Gear
    An upgraded, jet-powered wingsuit equipped with shoulder-mounted machine guns and missiles. Acquired in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC.
  • GRIP (Mech Gravity Gun - Mech Land Assault DLC): Mech Weapon / Utility
    The 'Gravitational Remote Influence Projector' (GRIP) equipped on controllable Mechs in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC, allowing players to pick up and throw objects (including enemies and vehicles) with powerful force.
  • Eden Spark (Bavarium Sea Heist DLC): Energy Weapon
    A powerful Bavarium-powered lightning gun acquired in the 'Bavarium Sea Heist' DLC, capable of chain lightning attacks.
  • Lethal Firearms (Pistols, SMGs, Assault Rifles, Shotguns, LMGs, Grenade Launchers): Conventional Ballistic & Explosive
    A wide variety of standard firearms. Each operative class or specific recruit might have a preference or unique access to certain types (e.g., Spies get silenced pistols, Hitmen get Desert Eagles). Some weapons are DedSec issue, others are Albion or Clan Kelley specific.
  • Non-Lethal Weapons (Shock Weapons): Stun/Disruptive
    Weapons designed to incapacitate rather than kill, such as shock pistols, shock shotguns, and shock SMGs. Useful for players wanting a less lethal playthrough or for recruiting operatives who might be injured by lethal force.
  • DedSec Unique Weapons (e.g., LTL 68P DedSec SMG, DedSec Grenade Launcher): Faction Specific
    Special DedSec-themed versions of weapons, often with non-lethal variants or unique properties, unlocked through tech upgrades or as operative perks.
  • Melee Weapons (Batons, Wrenches, Fists): Close Quarters Combat
    Operatives can engage in melee combat. Some operatives are more proficient or have unique melee weapons/takedowns (e.g., Bare Knuckle Fighter, Construction Worker with Sledgehammer/Wrench).
  • Gadgets (Spider-Bot, AR Cloak, Electro-Fist, Missile Drone, etc.): Tactical/Hacking/Utility
    A wide array of deployable gadgets unlocked via Tech Points. These include various types of Spider-Bots (Infiltrator, Combat), an augmented reality cloak for temporary invisibility, shock traps, electro-fist for powerful melee, and more. Operatives can equip two gadgets.
  • Operative-Specific Weapons/Abilities (e.g., Spy Watch, Nail Gun, Berserker's Shockwave): Unique Character Perk
    Many operative archetypes come with unique inherent weapons or special abilities that cannot be unequipped or changed (e.g., Spy's silenced pistol & car, Construction Worker's nail gun, Anarchist's smoke grenade).
Armor / Gear Sets
  • Rico's Default Outfit: Rico's signature attire (leather jacket, jeans) doesn't provide specific numerical armor values. Player survivability is based on health and regeneration, which isn't directly tied to equippable armor pieces in the traditional RPG sense.
  • Gear Mods (Defensive): While not visible armor, certain Gear Mods can enhance Rico's resilience, such as those that increase his resistance to damage or improve health regeneration, effectively acting as an armor system.
  • Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): The Bavarium Wingsuit itself offers no direct damage resistance but provides enhanced mobility and offensive capabilities which contribute to survivability by allowing Rico to evade attacks and quickly dispatch enemies. It's more of an offensive/traversal tool.
  • Mech Armor (Mech Land Assault DLC): When piloting Mechs in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC, the Mech itself provides significant protection and firepower. The Mech acts as Rico's temporary armor and weapon platform.
  • Operative Traits (e.g., 'Tough Drunk', 'Physically Fit'): Individual operatives may possess traits that grant them inherent damage resistance or increased health (e.g., 'Tough Drunk' takes less damage while intoxicated, 'Physically Fit' might have more health). This is not traditional armor but contributes to survivability.
  • Gadgets (e.g., Riot Shield Drone - Hypothetical/Similar to existing tech): While no direct wearable armor is equipped, certain gadgets or operative abilities might provide temporary defensive bonuses or shields (e.g., a construction worker's cargo drone could be used as cover, or a specialized drone might project a temporary shield).
  • Clothing (Cosmetic): Clothing choices are primarily cosmetic and do not offer direct armor or damage reduction values. Operatives might appear more 'armored' based on their profession (e.g., an Albion soldier recruit), but this is visual.
Outfits/Customization
  • Rico's Default Outfit: Rico's iconic attire, typically a leather jacket, jeans, and boots. The base game does not feature extensive customization options for this outfit itself, beyond it getting progressively more worn as he takes damage (cosmetic effect).
  • DLC & Special Edition Skins (Wingsuit & Parachute): Various DLC packs (e.g., 'Kousavá KēRaras • Stealth Wingsuit & Parachute Skin') and special editions (like the Day One Edition's Weaponized Vehicle Pack which might include themed skins) provided cosmetic skins for Rico's wingsuit and parachute, allowing for visual personalization of these traversal tools.
  • Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): A unique, jet-powered and weaponized wingsuit acquired in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC. It has a distinct appearance and functionality, effectively acting as a new 'outfit' for aerial traversal and combat.
  • Tops, Bottoms, Outerwear, Headwear, Eyewear, Masks, Gloves, Footwear: Extensive clothing customization for each operative. Players can purchase a wide variety of items from numerous clothing shops scattered around London, reflecting diverse London street styles, subcultures, and professional attire. Items include jackets, hoodies, t-shirts, trousers, skirts, shoes, hats, glasses, etc. Masks are a key cosmetic, with many unique designs to find or buy.
  • Full Outfits: Some pre-set outfits are available, often tied to specific operative archetypes (e.g., Albion uniform for an Albion recruit, construction gear for a worker) or purchasable as cosmetic sets.
  • Weapon Skins & Vehicle Skins: Players can apply various skins and paint jobs to their DedSec weapons and owned vehicles for further personalization. Unlocked through progression, challenges, or store purchases.
public World & Exploration
World & Level Design
N/A

Features a detailed and faithful recreation of central London, divided into several iconic boroughs like City of Westminster, Camden, Islington & Hackney, Lambeth, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, and City of London. Each borough has its distinct architecture, landmarks (e.g., Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus), and atmosphere. The map is dense with activities, collectibles, and opportunities for emergent gameplay.

Playable Vehicles
  • Civilian & Military Cars/Trucks/Bikes: Land Vehicle (Transport / Light Combat / Utility)
    A vast array of cars (sports cars, sedans, beaters), pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, dirt bikes, and larger trucks. Military versions are often armored and may have mounted weapons. Can be hijacked or called in via Rebel Drop.
  • Tanks & Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs): Land Vehicle (Heavy Combat)
    Heavily armored and armed vehicles like tanks (e.g., CS Odjur, Urga Mstitel) and APCs, primarily used by Di Ravello's forces. Rico can hijack and operate these for immense destructive power.
  • Helicopters (Attack & Transport): Air Vehicle (Combat / Traversal)
    Includes attack helicopters armed with missiles and machine guns (e.g., U-7 Dravec, CS Navajo), as well as transport helicopters (e.g., Mugello Pescespada SX). Essential for aerial combat and rapid deployment across Medici's islands.
  • Fighter Jets & Planes: Air Vehicle (Fast Combat / Traversal)
    Fixed-wing aircraft ranging from fighter jets (e.g., CS7 Thunderhawk, U-24 Zabijak - also a weapon) with advanced weaponry to cargo planes (e.g., CS Peregrine) and smaller prop planes. Used for high-speed travel and air-to-ground/air-to-air attacks.
  • Boats & Naval Craft: Water Vehicle (Transport / Combat)
    Various watercraft for navigating Medici's extensive coastlines and seas, including small fishing boats, speedboats (e.g., Pescatore GSL), patrol boats (often armed), and larger military vessels like destroyers (e.g., CS Powerrunner 77).
  • Specialized Vehicles (e.g., FOWs, Construction): Utility / Unique
    Includes unique or specialized vehicles like Formula 1 cars (Mugello Vistosa), monster trucks (Urga Pocomotive X), construction vehicles, and the massive land-based 'FOWs' (Forward Operating Bases) which are more like mobile fortresses than simple vehicles.
  • Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): Personal Aerial Vehicle / Weapon Platform
    A heavily upgraded, jet-powered and weaponized wingsuit equipped with Bavarium machine guns and missiles. Allows for sustained flight and aerial combat. Acquired in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC.
  • Mechs (Mech Land Assault DLC): Bipedal Combat Walker
    Controllable Mechs introduced in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC. Equipped with powerful weapons including the GRIP (gravity gun) for manipulating objects and enemies, and other energy weapons or machine guns.
  • Loochador Rocket Boat (Bavarium Sea Heist DLC): Weaponized Speedboat
    A heavily armed speedboat featured in the 'Bavarium Sea Heist' DLC, equipped with multi-lock missiles and machine guns, designed for naval combat.
  • Cars (Compact, Saloon, Sports, Super, Off-Road, Utility, Emergency, Taxi, Bus): Land Vehicle (Wheeled)
    A vast array of vehicles reflecting London's traffic. Includes iconic British cars (Minis, black cabs, double-decker buses), sports cars, everyday vehicles, and specialized service/emergency vehicles. All are hackable (distract, steer, explode) and drivable. Some operatives have personal unique vehicles.
  • Motorcycles & Scooters: Land Vehicle (Two-Wheeled)
    Various motorcycles and scooters for agile urban traversal. Also hackable and drivable.
  • Drones (Cargo, CT-Drones, News Drones, Riot Drones, Parcel Drones): Aerial Vehicle (Unmanned)
    Numerous types of drones populate London's skies. Cargo drones can be hijacked and ridden for aerial access. CT-Drones (Albion) and Riot Drones are often hostile but can be hacked or disabled. News and Parcel drones serve civilian functions but can be interacted with.
  • Boats (Speedboats, Patrol Boats, Workboats): Watercraft
    Various boats for navigating the River Thames and other waterways. Can be hijacked and driven.
  • Unique Operative Vehicles (e.g., Spy Car, Getaway Car): Personalized Land Vehicle
    Certain operative archetypes (like Spy or Getaway Driver) come with their own unique, often modified or weaponized, personal vehicle that they can summon.
  • London Underground (Fast Travel): Mass Transit System
    Tube stations across London serve as fast travel points once discovered, allowing players to quickly move between different boroughs.
book Story & Characters
Main Characters
  • Rico Rodriguez: Protagonist / Former Agency Operative / 'The Dictator Removal Specialist'
    The main playable character. A highly skilled operative with expertise in demolition, combat, and extreme traversal using his grappling hook, wingsuit, and parachute. Returns to his homeland of Medici to liberate it from General Di Ravello.
  • General Sebastiano Di Ravello: Main Antagonist / Dictator of Medici
    The brutal military dictator of Medici who rules with an iron fist and exploits the island's Bavarium resources for his own nefarious purposes. He is Rico's primary target.
  • Dimah al-Masri: Ally / Scientist
    A brilliant scientist who was forced to work for Di Ravello on Bavarium weapons. She defects and aids Rico and the rebellion with her technical expertise and knowledge of Bavarium.
  • Mario Frigo: Ally / Rebel Leader / Rico's Childhood Friend
    Rico's best friend from childhood and a key figure in the Medician rebellion against Di Ravello. Provides Rico with missions and support.
  • Tom Sheldon: Ally (Ambiguous) / Former Agency Handler
    Rico's former Agency handler who appears in Medici with his own agenda, often assisting Rico but with questionable motives. A recurring character in the Just Cause series.
  • Annika Svensson: Ally / Rebel Smuggler (Sky Fortress DLC)
    A rebellious smuggler and pilot who assists Rico in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC against the eDEN Corporation and their Sky Sentinels.
  • Rosa Manuela: Ally / Rebel Propagandist
    A voice for the rebellion, often heard on radio broadcasts, inspiring the people of Medici to rise up against Di Ravello.
  • Zeno Antithikara (Mentioned): Scientist / Creator of Bavarium tech (Deceased)
    A scientist who pioneered Bavarium technology and was Dimah's mentor. His work was twisted by Di Ravello.
  • Playable Operatives (Various): Protagonist (Player-Recruited DedSec Members)
    Any NPC in London can potentially be recruited. Each comes with a unique name, appearance, voice, backstory, daily schedule, and a set of perks/abilities (e.g., faster hacking, specific weapon proficiency, unique vehicle access, combat bonuses, negative traits like 'Doomed' or 'Low Mobility').
  • Sabine Brandt: DedSec Leader / Key Ally
    One of the last original DedSec London members after the Zero-Day attacks. She guides the player in rebuilding the resistance and serves as a primary mission handler.
  • Bagley: DedSec AI Companion / Mission Handler
    A sarcastic and witty AI that assists DedSec with hacking, intel, and mission coordination. Provides much of the game's humor and exposition.
  • Nigel Cass: Main Antagonist / CEO of Albion
    The ruthless CEO of Albion, the private military corporation that has taken over London's security. He is a primary antagonist, seeking total control through technological dominance.
  • Mary Kelley: Main Antagonist / Leader of Clan Kelley
    The sadistic leader of Clan Kelley, an organized crime syndicate involved in human trafficking, organ harvesting, and dark web activities. A major antagonist.
  • Zero-Day: Main Antagonist (Mysterious Entity)
    The enigmatic individual or group responsible for the bombings that framed DedSec. Uncovering their identity and motives is a central plotline.
  • Aiden Pearce (DLC Playable Character): Returning Protagonist (Watch Dogs 1)
    The protagonist of the first Watch Dogs game, returns as a playable character in the 'Bloodline' DLC and can be recruited into the main campaign's DedSec team.
  • Wrench (DLC Playable Character): Returning Character (Watch Dogs 2)
    A popular anarchist hacker from Watch Dogs 2, returns as a playable character in the 'Bloodline' DLC and can be recruited into the main campaign's DedSec team.
  • Darcy Clarkson (DLC Playable Character): Crossover Character (Assassin's Creed)
    A modern-day member of the Assassin Brotherhood, added as a free post-launch operative, bringing Assassin skills and gadgets to DedSec.
  • Mina Sidhu (DLC Playable Character): Unique Operative
    A former test subject who gained mind-control abilities (Omini Project). Added as part of the Season Pass.
Example Missions
  • Main Story Campaign (Liberating Medici)
    A series of narrative missions following Rico Rodriguez's efforts to overthrow General Di Ravello and free his homeland of Medici. This involves destabilizing Di Ravello's regime by destroying his military infrastructure, rescuing key allies like Dimah al-Masri, and ultimately confronting the General himself.
  • Province Liberation
    Systematically liberating all settlements and military bases within each province of Medici's three main regions (Insula Fonte, Insula Dracon, Insula Striate). This is achieved by destroying all designated "Chaos Objects" (e.g., propaganda speakers, statues, fuel tanks, military hardware) in each location. Liberating provinces unlocks new missions, challenges, Rebel Drops, and fast travel points.
  • Challenges (Various Types)
    Completing numerous optional challenges scattered across Medici. These include: Destruction Frenzies (cause as much damage as possible with a specific weapon/vehicle), Races (car, boat, plane), Wingsuit Courses, Scrapyard Scrambles (collecting Bavarium), Crash Bomb challenges, and Shooting Galleries. Achieving high scores (gears) unlocks Gear Mods.
  • Random Encounters / Encounters of Chance
    Dynamic, short events that occur as Rico explores Medici, such as helping stranded rebels, defending rebel outposts, or intercepting Di Ravello's couriers. These provide small rewards and Chaos points.
  • Ancient Tomb Exploration
    Finding and exploring 23 hidden Ancient Tombs. Activating the altar in each tomb lights a candle, and lighting all of them unlocks the U-24 Zabijak, a unique mortar-like shotgun.
  • Sky Fortress DLC Campaign
    A new storyline where Rico, with the help of Annika Svensson, infiltrates the massive Sky Fortress airship and battles the eDEN Corporation's forces and their advanced drone technology, utilizing the new Bavarium Wingsuit.
  • Mech Land Assault DLC Campaign
    Rico travels to the new island of Lacrima to liberate it from The Black Hand, who are harvesting Bavarium with powerful Mechs. Players can pilot these Mechs, equipped with GRIP gravity guns and other weapons.
  • Bavarium Sea Heist DLC Campaign
    Rico infiltrates Di Ravello's secret offshore Bavarium research facility, 'The Stingray,' utilizing a new heavily armed rocket boat ('Loochador') and acquiring the Eden Spark lightning gun.
  • Main Story Campaign (Rebuilding DedSec & Uncovering Zero-Day)
    A series of narrative missions focused on rebuilding DedSec London after the Zero-Day bombings, recruiting new members, destabilizing the control of Albion and Clan Kelley over the city, and ultimately investigating and confronting the mysterious Zero-Day entity.
  • Borough Uprising Missions
    Each of London's boroughs is under oppressive control. Completing a series of specific destabilization activities within a borough (e.g., rescuing prisoners, destroying propaganda, sabotaging Albion equipment) culminates in a unique liberation mission. Completing this frees the borough and unlocks a skilled operative with unique abilities related to that borough.
  • Operative Recruitment Missions
    After profiling an NPC and marking them as a potential recruit, players often need to complete a short mission tailored to that NPC's problems or needs to convince them to join DedSec (e.g., clearing their debt, finding a lost item, exposing a corrupt employer).
  • Side Missions & Activities
    Various optional tasks and activities found throughout London, such as parcel delivery missions (Parcel Fox), bare-knuckle fighting leagues, kick-up (football juggling) challenges, and disrupting specific Albion or Clan Kelley operations not tied to borough uprisings.
  • Online Co-op Missions (Watch Dogs: Legion Online)
    Narrative-driven cooperative missions designed for 2-4 players, often involving multi-stage objectives, teamwork, and unique challenges separate from the single-player campaign.
  • Tactical Ops (Watch Dogs: Legion Online)
    Challenging, end-game 4-player cooperative missions requiring high levels of coordination, communication, and skilled use of operative abilities and gadgets to overcome difficult scenarios with multiple complex objectives.
  • Bloodline Story Expansion (DLC)
    A separate story campaign set before the events of the main game, starring Aiden Pearce and Wrench as they undertake a new mission in London. Features its own narrative, missions, and progression.
people Multiplayer
Multiplayer Details

Just Cause 3 is officially a single-player only experience. While Avalanche Studios did not develop official multiplayer, a popular fan-made multiplayer mod was created and released for the PC version by the modding community, enabling unofficial online experiences.

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extension Editions & DLC
Available Editions

Just Cause 3 was released with a Standard Edition and a Day One Edition (included Weaponized Vehicle Pack). The XL Edition bundled the base game with the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass.' The XXL Edition (often available digitally) typically includes the base game, the Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass, the Weaponized Vehicle Pack, and the Explosive Weapon Pack.

Available in Standard, Gold, Ultimate, and Collector's Editions. Gold Edition included the Season Pass (Bloodline story expansion, 4 unique heroes including Aiden Pearce and Wrench, extra DedSec missions, car skin). Ultimate Edition included Gold content plus the Ultimate Pack (3 additional characters, masks, and 4 weeks VIP status for in-game currency boost). Collector's Edition included physical items like a DedSec Coronet Mask replica, SteelBook, posters, and all Ultimate Edition digital content.

Post-Launch Content / DLC

The primary post-launch content was the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass,' which included three major story-driven DLCs: 'Sky Fortress' (introducing a jet-powered, weaponized Bavarium Wingsuit and missions against aerial Sky Sentinels), 'Mech Land Assault' (allowing players to pilot powerful Mechs equipped with gravity guns on the new island of Lacrima), and 'Bavarium Sea Heist' (featuring a heavily armed rocket boat, the 'Loochador,' the Eden Spark lightning gun, and missions against Di Ravello's offshore Bavarium research facility, The Stingray).

Major post-launch content included the 'Bloodline' story expansion (starring Aiden Pearce from Watch Dogs 1 and Wrench from Watch Dogs 2), new playable hero characters (Mina Sidhu with mind control, Darcy Clarkson from Assassin's Creed), new online modes (Tactical Ops, Spiderbot Arena, Invasion PvP), free roam activities for online, and various cosmetic packs and operative unlocks. Ongoing support with seasonal events and smaller updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: When was Just Cause 3 released?
    A: Just Cause 3 was released on December 1, 2015, for PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
  • Q: Who is the main character in Just Cause 3?
    A: The protagonist is Rico Rodriguez, the series' recurring hero, known for his expertise with the grappling hook, wingsuit, parachute, and causing spectacular destruction.
  • Q: What is the setting of Just Cause 3?
    A: The game is set in Medici, a fictional Mediterranean island republic, Rico's homeland, which is under the oppressive rule of dictator General Sebastiano Di Ravello.
  • Q: What are the key traversal tools in Just Cause 3?
    A: Rico's signature tools are the Grappling Hook (for tethering objects and quick movement), the Wingsuit (for high-speed gliding), and the Parachute (for controlled descent and aerial combat). These can be used in combination for dynamic traversal.
  • Q: How does liberation work in Just Cause 3?
    A: Players liberate provinces by destroying specific "Chaos Objects" (e.g., propaganda billboards, statues, fuel tanks, military installations) within enemy-controlled settlements and military bases. This inspires the local population to join the rebellion.
  • Q: Does Just Cause 3 have multiplayer?
    A: Officially, Just Cause 3 is a single-player game. However, a popular fan-made multiplayer mod was developed for the PC version, allowing for unofficial online experiences.
  • Q: What major DLCs are available for Just Cause 3?
    A: The 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass' included three major DLCs: 'Sky Fortress' (introducing a jet-powered, weaponized Bavarium Wingsuit and missions against Sky Sentinels), 'Mech Land Assault' (allowing players to pilot powerful Mechs on the new island of Lacrima), and 'Bavarium Sea Heist' (featuring a rocket boat, the Eden Spark lightning gun, and missions against The Stingray battleship).
  • Q: What are Gear Mods in Just Cause 3?
    A: Gear Mods are upgrades for Rico's abilities and equipment, unlocked by completing various challenges throughout Medici. They are categorized into Tethers, Traversal, Destruction, Weapons, and Vehicles, allowing players to customize aspects like tether strength, grenade capacity, or wingsuit agility.
  • Q: What does 'Play As Anyone' mean in Watch Dogs: Legion?
    A: It means that nearly every non-player character (NPC) you see in the game's open world of London can be profiled, recruited, and become a fully playable member of your DedSec resistance. Each character has their own unique combination of skills, traits, weapons, and even daily schedules.
  • Q: Is there a main protagonist, or do you only play as recruited operatives?
    A: There isn't a single, fixed main protagonist in the traditional sense for the base game. You build your team from the citizens of London. However, the 'Bloodline' DLC features Aiden Pearce (from Watch Dogs 1) and Wrench (from Watch Dogs 2) as central playable protagonists for that specific story.
  • Q: Can my operatives permanently die?
    A: The game offers a 'Permadeath' option. If enabled, when an operative is critically injured (e.g., 'killed' in combat), they are permanently lost from your team. If disabled (default), operatives are instead arrested or hospitalized for a period, becoming temporarily unavailable.
  • Q: How does hacking work in Watch Dogs: Legion?
    A: Hacking is a core mechanic. Players can hack a wide variety of objects and systems: security cameras, drones, vehicles (distract, steer, weaponize), turrets, people's phones (distract, attract), environmental traps (explode junction boxes, raise bollards), and more. Advanced hacks are unlocked via Tech Point upgrades.
  • Q: Is Watch Dogs: Legion Online still active?
    A: Yes, Watch Dogs: Legion Online is active, allowing players to team up for co-op missions, Tactical Ops, engage in PvP modes like Spiderbot Arena, or explore London in free roam with friends. Content updates have slowed, but servers remain online.
build Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity

Utilizes the Apex Engine (Avalanche Engine) to render the large Mediterranean archipelago of Medici with diverse environments, from sunny beaches to snowy mountains. Known for its impressive physics-based destruction, allowing for creative demolition of structures and military assets. Visuals focus on vibrant colors and spectacular explosive effects.

Powered by an updated version of the Disrupt engine, the game offers a detailed and vibrant recreation of London. It features impressive reflections (especially with ray tracing), realistic weather effects, dense crowds and traffic, and detailed character models. Ray-traced reflections are a key visual feature on supported hardware, significantly enhancing the look of London's glass and rain-slicked streets.

Audio & Soundtrack

Features an orchestral score composed by Henry Jackman, with additional music by Just Cause series composers. The music dynamically adapts to the on-screen chaos and action. Sound design emphasizes large-scale explosions, vehicle sounds, and weapon effects fitting the game's destructive nature.

Original score composed by Stephen Barton and additional music by various artists, blending electronic, grime, and orchestral elements to reflect near-future London's atmosphere. Features in-game radio stations with a diverse selection of licensed tracks across multiple genres. Sound design emphasizes a technologically advanced city with drone hums, AR sounds, and distinct weapon/hacking effects.

User Interface (UI/UX)

The UI features a minimalist design to keep the focus on the action. Key elements include a map of Medici, objective markers, ammo/health indicators, a gear mod selection interface, and contextual prompts for grappling, parachuting, and wingsuiting. A 'Chaos' meter tracks destruction, unlocking missions and items.

Features a futuristic, AR-overlay style HUD displaying a mini-map, objective markers, hackable objects, and operative-specific abilities. The phone interface is used for mission selection, team management, map, and accessing DedSec tech. The 'Deep Profiler' allows players to scan any NPC to learn their schedule, connections, and potential recruitment viability.

Accessibility Options

Just Cause 3 includes standard accessibility options for its time, such as subtitle display (on/off), remappable controls (keyboard & mouse, controller support), separate volume controls for master audio, music, SFX, and voice. Options like aim assist toggle and adjustable sensitivity are also present. Advanced features like colorblind modes or extensive UI scaling were not prominent.

Offers a comprehensive suite of accessibility options, including extensive control remapping, aim assist customization, subtitle options (size, background, speaker names, captions for important sounds), colorblind modes, options to change hold QTEs to toggles, adjustable text size, HUD scaling, and audio/visual cues for various gameplay elements.

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settings_applications System Requirements
720p (HD) - Minimum (Target: 720p-1080p, Low-Medium settings, ~30 FPS) (Low to Medium Preset.)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Performance depends heavily on specific model's sustained clocks and cooling.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU with 2GB VRAM.
GPU (Laptop): Targets playable framerates at 720p Low or 1080p very Low. **2GB VRAM is an absolute minimum and may require texture compromises.** Performance highly variable based on specific laptop GPU model and TGP.
RAM: 6GB-8GB RAM. Dual-channel configuration highly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2500K, 3.3 GHz or AMD Phenom II X6 1075T 3.0 GHz
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 (2GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-4200M / AMD A10-7400P or newer mobile CPUs with at least 2 cores/4 threads. An Intel Core i5 U-series (6th gen+) or Ryzen 3 U-series (2000 series+) would be better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB/4GB) or GTX 1050 Laptop (2GB/4GB) would be a more comfortable minimum.
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
1080p (Full HD) - Ray Tracing Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DX12) (Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DirectX 12 (DLSS Quality/Performance recommended))
CPU: CPU for 1080p/60FPS with High RT.
CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS with High RT. DLSS recommended.
GPU (Laptop): High-end RT capable laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM crucial, DLSS vital.
RAM: 16GB RAM required.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended, includes HD Texture Pack.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10875H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile would provide a more stable high RT experience.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures)
1080p (Full HD) - Ray Tracing Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, High Preset, Ray Tracing Medium, DX12) (High Preset, Ray Tracing Medium, DirectX 12 (DLSS Quality/Balanced recommended))
CPU: CPU for 1080p/30FPS with Medium RT.
CPU (Laptop): Mid-to-high range laptop CPU.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p/30FPS with Medium RT. DLSS highly recommended.
GPU (Laptop): Entry-level RT capable laptop GPUs. Upscaling (DLSS) essential. 6GB VRAM minimum.
RAM: 16GB RAM required.
Storage: SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, will struggle, DLSS Perf. needed) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, lower TGP). **An RTX 3060 Mobile (High TGP) or RTX 4050 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) is a better entry for RT.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (High Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS High without RT.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High without RT. 6GB+ VRAM recommended.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB VRAM crucial for High settings.
RAM: Ubisoft lists 8GB, but 16GB RAM strongly recommended for smoother 60 FPS High experience.
Storage: SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 480 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-8750H / AMD Ryzen 7 3750H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile (6GB) / RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, may struggle on High) or AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB). **An RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) or RX 6600M is a good target.**
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (Low Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Newer i3/Ryzen 3 H-series might struggle.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT. 4GB VRAM is essential.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum.
RAM: Minimum RAM requirement, dual-channel strongly advised.
Storage: HDD is absolute minimum, expect long load times. SSD highly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB) / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8300H / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500M (4GB).
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB HDD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Target: 1080p, High settings, ~60 FPS) (High Preset.)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a solid 1080p experience at higher settings.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p High with 3GB+ VRAM.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p High. **Ensure adequate TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 3GB VRAM is a minimum for this tier on laptops, 4GB+ strongly recommended for smoother performance.
RAM: 8GB RAM in dual-channel strongly recommended for optimal performance.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz or AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 (3GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon R9 290 (4GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-4700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 1600U or newer performance mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel Core i5 H-series 7th gen+, AMD Ryzen 5 H-series 2000/3000 series+).
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB); OR AMD Radeon RX 470 Mobile / RX 570 Mobile (4GB).
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
1440p (QHD/2K) - Ray Tracing Recommended (1440p ~60 FPS, Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DX12) (Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DirectX 12, DLSS Performance)
CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p/60FPS with High RT.
CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS with High RT. DLSS essential.
GPU (Laptop): Flagship tier laptop GPUs needed. 8GB+ VRAM essential (10GB+ ideal), DLSS Performance likely required.
RAM: 16GB RAM essential.
Storage: NVMe SSD required, includes HD Texture Pack.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (8GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP) is highly recommended for a smoother experience.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures)
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (1440p ~60 FPS, High Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (High Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1440p/60FPS High without RT.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS High without RT. 8GB+ VRAM ideal.
GPU (Laptop): Upper mid-range to high-end laptop GPUs. 8GB+ VRAM strongly recommended.
RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended.
Storage: SSD strongly recommended. Consider space for HD Textures.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super (8GB) / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700XT (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 (10GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP, may need medium settings) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB). **An RTX 3070 Mobile or RX 6800M is a good target.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD (65GB SSD if using HD Textures)
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ray Tracing Ultra (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing Ultra, DX12) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing Ultra, DirectX 12, DLSS Performance/Ultra Performance)
CPU: Desktop CPU for 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT. (Modern equivalents like i7-12700K/Ryzen 7 5800X3D or newer would be better).
CPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop CPUs absolute necessity.
GPU: Top-tier desktop GPU required for attempting 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT, heavily reliant on DLSS.
GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPUs available, will heavily rely on aggressive DLSS (Performance/Ultra Performance) and potentially some settings compromises for stable 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT.
RAM: 16GB RAM is Ubisoft's spec, but 32GB is strongly recommended for 4K Ultra RT.
Storage: NVMe SSD required, includes HD Texture Pack.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-9900K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB). (Ubisoft lists RTX 3080 for 4K Ultra RT. An RTX 3090 / RTX 4080 / RTX 4090 would be far more suitable for a consistent 60 FPS).
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or better (e.g. i9-13900HX / Ryzen 9 7945HX)
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures)
2160p (UHD/4K) - Recommended (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 4K/60FPS Ultra without RT.
CPU (Laptop): High-end to flagship laptop CPUs required.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 4K/60FPS Ultra without RT. 8GB+ VRAM essential, 10GB+ ideal.
GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs needed. Significant VRAM is key for 4K Ultra.
RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended, 32GB could offer more stability at 4K.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended, assumes HD Texture Pack for Ultra.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (11GB) / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-11980HK / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or better (e.g., i7-12700H / Ryzen 7 6800H)
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (8GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB) or RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB) is highly recommended for stable 4K Ultra.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures)
save Overall Storage
Spec: 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
Note: An SSD is recommended for faster loading times, particularly when fast-traveling or respawning in the large world.
Type: SSD
Spec: 45 GB available space (SSD Recommended). An additional 20 GB is required for the optional HD Texture Pack.
Note: An NVMe SSD is recommended for the best experience due to asset streaming and fast loading, especially with the HD Texture Pack which is often targeted by higher presets.
Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows 8.1 (64-bit Operating System Required)
Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows Vista SP2, 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, or 11 is required.
Spec: Windows 10 (20H1 version or newer, 64-bit versions only) or Windows 11 (64-bit)
Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (latest updates) or Windows 11 is required for ongoing support and best performance.
gamepad DirectX Version
N/A
Spec: DirectX 11 (DirectX 12 required for Ray Tracing and potentially better performance on compatible hardware)
Explanation: DX11 is minimum. DX12 is required for ray tracing features and offers potential performance benefits.
info_outline Other Game Notes
  • Official PC system requirements for 'Just Cause 3' (released in 2015). An SSD is recommended for better loading times. These requirements reflect hardware from that era and are modest by today's standards.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Just Cause 3, with its large open world and emphasis on physics-based destruction, can still be somewhat demanding, especially during intense chaotic sequences. For a good laptop experience, a gaming laptop with a dedicated GPU from its release era or newer is recommended. Laptop GPUs and CPUs perform differently than desktop equivalents. **Performance can vary based on the specific laptop model's TGP, cooling, and overall system configuration.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: While less of a factor than with modern high-wattage GPUs, ensuring the laptop GPU receives adequate power for its class is still important.
  • Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling helps maintain consistent performance, especially in a game known for numerous explosions and physics calculations that can tax the system.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB in dual-channel is recommended. While the game might run on 6GB, 8GB provides a much smoother experience.
  • Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
  • Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using reasonably up-to-date GPU drivers and a well-maintained OS is beneficial for stability.
  • Optimization Detail: A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing, and Effects Quality (especially particles and explosions) significantly impact performance.
  • Game Name: Just Cause 3
  • Official system requirements from Ubisoft. Performance can vary significantly depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game (especially dense city areas), and background applications. An SSD is strongly recommended.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable, but TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling are extremely critical. **Watch Dogs: Legion is a demanding title, especially with ray tracing enabled. High-end laptop hardware is necessary for higher settings and resolutions.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS (version 2.0+).
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Reflections), Shadow Quality, Geometry Detail, Environment Detail, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using DLSS is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.
  • Game Name: Watch Dogs: Legion
build Optimization Details
  • A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
  • Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing, and Effects Quality (especially particles and explosions) significantly impact performance.
  • Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS (version 2.0+).
  • Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Reflections), Shadow Quality, Geometry Detail, Environment Detail, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using DLSS is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.
laptop Laptop Considerations
  • G P U T G P Impact: While less of a factor than with modern high-wattage GPUs, ensuring the laptop GPU receives adequate power for its class is still important.
  • Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling helps maintain consistent performance, especially in a game known for numerous explosions and physics calculations that can tax the system.
  • C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks.
  • R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB in dual-channel is recommended. While the game might run on 6GB, 8GB provides a much smoother experience.
  • Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
  • Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using reasonably up-to-date GPU drivers and a well-maintained OS is beneficial for stability.
  • G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
  • R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.

info_outline Feature details based on available data. System requirements and performance estimates may vary.

laptop_chromebook Laptop Recommendations

Common Recommendations (Handles All Compared Games)

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB

For Just Cause 3 Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for HD (720p).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB
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Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB

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