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Release Date | |
Oct 4, 2022 | Nov 29, 2012 |
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Blizzard Entertainment | Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Massive, Ubisoft Reflections, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Red Storm |
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Blizzard Entertainment | Ubisoft |
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First-Person Shooter, Hero Shooter, Team-Based Multiplayer | Action-Adventure, Open World, First-Person Shooter |
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Proprietary (Blizzard Engine, evolved from Overwatch 1) | Dunia Engine 2 (Modified CryEngine) |
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Content Rating | |
Teen | Mature 17+ |
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3.8 / 5.0 | 4.5 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
Free | $19.99 |
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Skills & Progression | |
N/A | Jason Brody's progression is tied to the Tatau, a series of mystical tattoos that expand as he gains experience and unlocks skills. Skills are divided into three trees: The Heron (long-range combat, mobility, stealth), The Shark (assault tactics, takedowns, health), and The Spider (survival, crafting, hunting). Skill points are earned by gaining XP from missions, liberating outposts, hunting, and finding collectibles. Crafting is vital for upgrading gear capacity (weapon holsters, ammo pouches, loot rucksacks, syringe kits, etc.) using animal skins hunted from the islands' diverse wildlife. Syringes can also be crafted from plants to provide healing or temporary combat buffs. |
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World & Level Design | |
N/A | The Rook Islands consist of two main islands: the North Island and the South Island. The North Island, where the game primarily begins, is controlled by Vaas's pirates and is characterized by lush jungles, beaches, and pirate outposts. The South Island, unlocked later, is controlled by Hoyt Volker's private military company and features more rugged terrain, savannahs, and heavily fortified bases. The total map size is substantial, offering diverse environments for exploration and combat. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
N/A | 1. Cooperative Campaign (4 Players): A distinct story campaign following four new characters (Callum, Leonard, Mikhail, Tisha) seeking revenge against their former captain who sold them into slavery. 2. Competitive Multiplayer (up to 14 players): Featured modes like Team Deathmatch, Domination, Firestorm (capture points and ignite enemy fuel depots), and Transmission (capture radio transmitters). Players could use battle cries for temporary team buffs. A Map Editor was also included, allowing players to create and share their own multiplayer maps. |
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Available Editions | |
N/A | Far Cry 3 had several editions: Standard Edition, The Lost Expeditions Edition (included 2 bonus missions and a Japanese Type 10 flare gun), Insane Edition (Collector's Edition with a Vaas Wahine bobblehead, survival guide, digital content including 'Monkey Business' pack, Lost Expeditions, Hunter Pack, Warrior Pack, Predator Pack). Far Cry 3 Classic Edition was later released for PS4/Xbox One and given free to Far Cry 5 Season Pass holders, featuring enhanced graphics for consoles. |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
Overwatch 2 follows a seasonal live-service model. Each season (typically lasting around 9 weeks) introduces a new Battle Pass, often a new hero (alternating seasons), new maps or game modes, balance changes, limited-time events, and new cosmetic items in the shop. PvE Story Missions are planned as significant post-launch premium content, releasing episodically. |
DLC included the 'Monkey Business' pack (4 missions with Hurk and unique monkeys), 'The Lost Expeditions' (2 missions), and various 'Warrior,' 'Hunter,' and 'Predator' packs which offered unique weapons, animal skins for crafting, or multiplayer content. A free 'High Tides' co-op DLC added two new chapters to the cooperative campaign. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
Utilizes an evolved version of Blizzard's proprietary engine, known for its stylized, vibrant, and clean art style. Features colorful and diverse map environments, distinct hero designs with detailed animations, and flashy ability effects. The visual design prioritizes clarity and readability in fast-paced combat. |
Powered by the Dunia Engine 2, Far Cry 3 was praised for its stunning visuals at the time of release, depicting lush tropical jungles, vibrant coral reefs, sandy beaches, and detailed character models. It featured advanced lighting, water effects, and dense foliage. DirectX 11 support on PC allowed for enhanced features like HDAO (High Definition Ambient Occlusion) and MSAA (Multisample Anti-Aliasing). |
Audio & Soundtrack | |
Features an orchestral score with heroic and uplifting themes, with unique musical cues for maps and events. Sound design is critical for gameplay, with distinct audio cues for each hero's abilities, weapons, footsteps (differentiating enemy vs. ally), and ultimate ability activation. Voice lines for heroes provide personality and important callouts. |
The original score by Brian Tyler features a mix of orchestral, electronic, and tribal elements, reflecting the game's tropical setting and Jason's psychological transformation. The licensed track 'Make It Bun Dem' by Skrillex & Damian Marley is famously used in the 'Kick the Hornet's Nest' mission. Sound design effectively captures the dense jungle atmosphere, wildlife sounds, and intense combat audio. Vaas Montenegro's voice acting by Michael Mando is iconic and widely praised. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
Features a clean first-person HUD displaying health, ammo, ability cooldowns, ultimate charge, and objective status. Team status and kill feed are also prominent. Menus for hero selection, customization (Hero Gallery), Battle Pass, Shop, Challenges, and social features are accessible. The UI emphasizes clear visual communication of game state and abilities. |
Standard first-person HUD with a mini-map, health (regenerating segments), ammo count, and objective markers. The Tatau on Jason's arm visually represents his skill progression. A radial menu is used for weapon selection and syringe use. The world map allows for waypoint placement and tracking of discovered locations and collectibles. |
Accessibility Options | |
Offers a range of accessibility options, including extensive control remapping (PC), subtitle and text chat customization, colorblind modes for UI and gameplay elements, options for sound cues (e.g., visual indicators for critical sounds), aim assist options (controller), and options to reduce camera motion or screen effects. |
Accessibility options were more limited compared to modern titles but included subtitle display, customizable controls (key remapping, sensitivity), and aim assist. The game's design, with clear objective markers and a mini-map, aided general playability. |
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settings_applications System Requirements | |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (DX11, High Settings, 1080p ~30-60 FPS) (High Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for smoother 1080p gameplay. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p high settings with DX11. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs for recommended 1080p. RAM: Recommended RAM for smoother performance (8GB standard for modern gaming). Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-530 @ 2.9 GHz or AMD Phenom II X2 565 @ 3.4 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7850 (1GB) or better laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-480M / AMD Phenom II X4 N930 or better. **Modern laptop CPUs like Intel Core i3 10th gen+ / AMD Ryzen 3 2000 series+ are vastly superior.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480M / GTX 570M / AMD Radeon HD 6970M 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/1440p Ultra.** layersRAM: 4 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets ~30-60 FPS, 1080p Low settings) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution, 1024x768 minimum resolution supported.) CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU. Modern dual-core with SMT or quad-core CPUs will suffice. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU/iGPU for minimum playability. Dedicated graphics significantly improve this. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. Requires 2GB VRAM. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs/iGPUs for minimum settings. Even low-end modern discrete GPUs are much faster. RAM: 6GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. Storage: HDD is absolute minimum; SSD highly recommended for better loading. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i3 series or AMD Phenom X3 8650 (or newer entry-level CPUs like AMD Athlon 3000G / Intel Pentium Gold G6400) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 series (e.g., GTX 660 2GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7000 series (e.g., HD 7850 2GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i3 (e.g., i3-1005G1) / AMD Ryzen 3 (e.g., Ryzen 3 3250U) or even modern Intel UHD/Iris Xe or AMD Radeon integrated graphics. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce MX350/MX450, Integrated Iris Xe Graphics (G7 variants), Radeon Vega 7/8 Graphics. For discrete: RTX 3050 Laptop GPU (Low TGP) / RTX 4050 Laptop GPU would be overkill but a modern entry point. layersRAM: 6 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, Medium/High settings, 60FPS+) (Medium/High Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a good 1080p/60FPS+ experience. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for solid 1080p performance at good settings. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1080p Medium/High settings. 4GB VRAM minimum, 6GB+ ideal. GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for 1080p High. Ensure adequate TGP. RTX 50 series mention is speculative. RAM: 8GB RAM is officially recommended. Dual-channel configuration improves performance. Storage: SSD is strongly recommended for this tier for fast loading and responsiveness. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7 series (e.g., i7-4770) or AMD Ryzen 5 series (e.g., Ryzen 5 1600/2600) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon R9 380 / RX 580 (4GB/8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H equivalent or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Super Mobile (4GB), GTX 1660 Ti Mobile (6GB), RTX 3050 Laptop GPU (4GB/6GB), RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (6GB). (A hypothetical future RTX 5050 Laptop GPU would handle this easily). layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (DX9, Low Settings, ~720p/1080p Low) (Low Preset, DirectX 9) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for playable framerates. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent for minimum performance. Any modern laptop CPU will far exceed this. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for DX9. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum performance targets. Modern GPUs are orders of magnitude faster. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement. Storage: HDD is minimum. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 @ 2.6 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ @ 3.0 GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GTX (512MB) or AMD Radeon HD 2900 PRO (512MB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i3-330M / AMD Turion II P520 equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M / AMD Mobility Radeon HD 4650 equivalent or better. **Any modern integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or entry-level dedicated GPU (RTX 3050 Mobile, etc.) will run this game at high settings 1080p effortlessly.** layersRAM: 2 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB HDD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High Performance (DX11, Ultra Settings, 1080p/1440p 60 FPS+) (Ultra Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: High-end desktop CPU for max settings at launch. CPU (Laptop): Estimated higher-end laptop CPUs. GPU: High-end desktop GPU for ultra settings at launch. GPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop GPUs. RAM: 8GB RAM recommended. Storage: SSD recommended for this tier. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-870 @ 2.93 GHz or AMD FX-4150 @ 3.8 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 (2GB) / GTX 760 (2GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7970 (3GB) / R9 280X (3GB) or better laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-2630QM or better. **Any modern mid-range or high-end laptop CPU will not bottleneck this game.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M / GTX 780M / AMD Radeon HD 8970M equivalent or better. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, RTX 4060 Mobile, and above will run this game at 1440p Ultra settings with very high framerates.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB SSD. |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High Refresh Rate (Targets 1440p, Medium/High settings, 120-144FPS+) (Medium/High Preset (often optimized for visibility), 1440p resolution, targeting high refresh rates.) CPU: Strong desktop CPU for achieving high and stable framerates at 1440p. CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPUs needed to drive high refresh rates consistently at 1440p. GPU: Desktop GPU capable of delivering high refresh rates at 1440p with appropriate settings. 8GB VRAM recommended. GPU (Laptop): Strong laptop GPUs for 1440p high refresh gaming. Max TGP versions are important. RTX 50 series mention is speculative. RAM: 16GB of fast RAM is recommended for high refresh rate gaming to minimize stutters. Storage: NVMe SSD recommended for the best loading times and responsiveness for competitive 1440p play. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or newer (e.g., Intel Core i5-12400F / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super (8GB) / RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB) / RX 6600 XT (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H equivalent or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU (6GB, High TGP), RTX 3070 Laptop GPU (8GB), RTX 4060 Laptop GPU (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop GPU (8GB). (A hypothetical future RTX 5060 Laptop GPU would be ideal for this). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB NVMe SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - 4K High Settings (Targets 2160p/4K, High settings, ~60FPS+) (High Preset, 2160p (4K) resolution, potentially using FSR or render scale for stable 60FPS+.) CPU: Capable desktop CPU to support 4K gaming in Overwatch 2 without significant bottlenecks. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs to pair with capable GPUs for 4K Overwatch 2. GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of running Overwatch 2 at 4K High settings with good framerates. 8GB+ VRAM essential. GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs from RTX 30/40 series can achieve 4K in Overwatch 2, especially with FSR. Hypothetical RTX 50 series would enhance this further. RAM: 16GB RAM is generally sufficient for 4K in Overwatch 2, though 32GB offers more headroom. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best 4K gaming experience. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or newer (e.g., Intel Core i5-13600K / AMD Ryzen 5 7600X) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (8GB) / RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) / RX 7600 XT (16GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU (8GB), RTX 3080 Laptop GPU (8GB/16GB), RTX 4070 Laptop GPU (8GB), RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (12GB). **(A hypothetical future RTX 5070 Laptop GPU would provide a very strong 4K experience for Overwatch 2.)** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB NVMe SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (DX11, High/Ultra Preset, Likely 30-60 FPS with modern high-end) (High/Ultra Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: Modern CPU recommendation for 4K, GPU will be the main factor. CPU (Laptop): Estimated top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K. GPU: Modern GPU recommendation for 4K. Game is not demanding for current high-end cards. GPU (Laptop): Modern high-end laptop GPUs offer excellent 4K performance for this title. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended for 4K. Storage: SSD required for optimal 4K experience. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or better (Modern equivalent) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8GB) or better (Modern equivalent for good 4K) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 7 1700 (Desktop equivalent in laptop) or better. **Modern high-performance laptop CPUs (Intel Core i7/i9 H/HX-series, AMD Ryzen 7/9 HS/HX-series) are more than adequate.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile (8GB) or higher. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (High TGP), RTX 4070 Mobile, and above will achieve very high framerates at 4K Ultra. Even an RTX 3060 Mobile/RTX 4060 Mobile can provide a good 4K experience with some tweaked settings.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB SSD. |
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Spec: 50 GB available hard drive space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD (Solid State Drive) is recommended for faster loading times. Ensure at least 50 GB of free disk space. This requirement may change with updates. Type: SSD | Spec: 15 GB available space (SSD Recommended for modern play). Note: SSD is recommended for faster load times. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 64-Bit (latest Service Pack) or Windows 11 64-Bit Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 (with the latest Service Pack) or Windows 11 is required. | Spec: Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8 (Both 32-bit & 64-bit) Explanation: Original release supported older OS. Windows 10/11 64-bit recommended for modern hardware and the Classic Edition. |
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Spec: DirectX 11 (or DirectX 12 compatible card, game may utilize DX11 primarily) Explanation: Requires a DirectX compatible graphics card. Overwatch 2 primarily utilizes DirectX 11. Ray tracing is not currently supported. | Spec: DirectX 9.0c (DirectX 11 supported & recommended for best visuals) Explanation: DirectX 9.0c is minimum, with DX11 features available for enhanced graphics. |
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