Far Cry 2
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
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Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
Dunia | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 21, 2008 |
Far Cry | |
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Far Cry | 2004 |
Far Cry 2 | 2008 |
Far Cry 3 | 2012 |
Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon | 2013 |
Far Cry 4 | 2014 |
Far Cry Primal | 2016 |
Far Cry 5 | 2018 |
Far Cry New Dawn | 2019 |
Far Cry 6 | 2021 |
Key points
- The DirectX 10 renderer of the game runs poorly with modern Windows, particularly with VSync. Using DX9 is strongly recommended. See Bouncing NPC glitch.
- Mods are available, many of which fix bugs and improve certain features. See Mods.
- Supports AmBX.
General information
- Ubisoft Forums
- Far Cry Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM PA DRM, 5 activations on 3 PCs.[1] Removed in patch 1.03[2] |
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Amazon.co.uk | Fortune's Edition | |||
GamersGate | Fortune's Edition | |||
Fortune's Edition | ||||
GOG.com | Fortune's Edition | |||
Green Man Gaming | Fortune's Edition | |||
Humble Store | Fortune's Edition | |||
Steam | Fortune's Edition | |||
Ubisoft Store | Fortune's Edition, included with Ubisoft+. |
Version differences
- The Fortune's Edition is a complete edition containing the base game and the Fortunes Pack DLC.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Fortunes Pack | Included with the Fortune's Edition | |
Intel Bonus Missions | Released as a free download. |
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch 1.03 removes the activation requirement and allows the game to be played without the disc.
Skip intro videos
Use the -GameProfile_SkipIntroMovies 1 command line argument[3]
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Configuration File Editing |
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Intel bonus missions
- DLC containing extra missions from a promotional deal between Ubisoft and Intel.
- For Steam version follow these instructions
Advanced improvements
The following tweaks require editing XML documents within the game's resource file[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Mouse sensitivity multiplier
- Far Cry 2's resource file contains a set of mouse sensitivity multipliers which augment the sensitivity slider in the options menu.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Remove mouse speed clamp
- Far Cry 2 clamps mouse speed once it reaches a certain rate. This can be problematic for player who use high DPI mice or low sensitivities.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Eliminate one-frame latency
- Far Cry 2 uses a multithreaded renderer, meaning the rendering happens in a thread separate from the main game loop. This pipelining, which is performed by default, increases framerate substantially but at the cost of one frame of latency. Since Far Cry 2 needs to be framerate limited to avoid certain bugs, this tradeoff can be beneficial in cases where framerate is capped well below the system's capabilities, or in cases where the player values low latency over outright framerate.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Improved graphics
Use the cheat console |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\GamerProfile.xml %LOCALAPPDATA%\My Games\Far Cry 2\InputUserActionMap.xml |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/19900/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\Saved Games\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/19900/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video settings
High frame rate
Set custom frame rate limit[citation needed] |
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Use the Notes
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Post-processing
- Motion blur and depth of field adds blurriness to the game's visuals.
Change post-processing settings[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
Italian | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Retail only. | |||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Fan translation. Details missing—please edit this page and add it. | |||
Russian | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | Use Tunngle.[citation needed] |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Dedicated Server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 9000-9003 |
UDP | 3074, 9000-9003 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod for better 3D support. | |||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D | ||||
vorpX | G3D, DirectVR Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues unresolved
Stuck/can't exit turret
- This happens if the "interact" key is rebound to anything other than the "default" (E). In order to exit the turret if key is rebound, E must be used.
Issues fixed
Bouncing NPC glitch
- High FPS will cause errors in character animations. At very high FPS this can be a game-breaking bug as important NPCs can't complete their dialog to progress the story.
Use command line argument[citation needed] |
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Use the Notes
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Missing phone conversations
- Your phone rings, you answer it, but nothing happens. This bug isn't game-breaking, but you miss out on the dialogue.
Switch DX10 renderer to DX9[4] |
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Game resolution changes to 1600x900 when Alt-Tabbing
- Alt-tabbing out of the game may cause the resolution to reset to 1600x900.[citation needed]
Reset your resolution[citation needed] |
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Audio glitches
- Certain audio devices (namely older Realtek integrated audio chips) aren't compatible with the audio in the game and will reverse all channels or make the back channel primary and the front channel near inaudible.
Update audio drivers[citation needed] |
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Modify .ini file[citation needed] |
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Game always runs windowed
- The Nvidia 301.24 BETA drivers can cause Far Cry 2 to load in windowed mode, minimizing the game can also cause the same effect. This is easily resolved.
Change renderer from DX10 to DX9[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Toggle aim down sights
Create AutoHotkey script |
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Bonus missions won't unlock
- Unlocking the bonus missions in the Steam version using the official method is unreliable. [5]
Use FC2 Predecessor Tapes Unlocker [6] |
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Jackal Tapes glitch
- As of patch 1.03 any tape found in the Southern district will play as the ninth tape.[7]
Use Jackal Tapes Fix [8] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9, 10, 10.1 | |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | Matchmaking+ | |
Anti-cheat | PunkBuster |
Command line arguments
Parameter | Effect |
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-GameProfile_GodMode 1 | Enables god mode (only enable after tutorial) |
-GameProfile_UnlimitedAmmo 1 | Unlimited ammo (only enable after tutorial) |
-GameProfile_AllWeaponsUnlock 1 | Unlocks all weapons |
-GameProfile_UnlimitedReliability 1 | Weapons will never break |
-exec filename | Parses console commands from the file named filename in your Game data directory. Known to work for files with a .CFG extension. Execution results can be viewed in-game by opening the console with ~. |
Enabling SSAO for Nvidia graphics cards
Change Ambient Occlusion flag in Nvidia Profile Inspector[9] |
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Mods
- Far Cry 2 Redux - The "Special" version of Hunter's Far Cry 2, branched off as a separate release. it's a massive overhaul of Far Cry 2. This includes all bug fixes from the update, and much more.
- Hunter's Far Cry 2 Update - Many bug fixes, including restoration of the Jackal and Predecessor Tapes, AI re-balancing, GOG support
- Infamous Fusion - Major mod with countless improvements on realism, graphics, weapons, animations and gameplay.
- Far Cry 2 Rewards - General improvements/balancing alterations.
- Dylan's Realism Mod - Revisions to enemy health, diamond prices, enemy AI, and other balance changes.
- Far Cry 2 No Malaria and Infinite Sprint - Patch that only disables malaria attacks and removes the cooldown on sprinting.
- Far Cry 2 New Dunia (+ Beyond Ultra Graphics) - Major mod with HUGE improvements on graphics, weapons, AI and gameplay, for player who wants more detail and vivid graphics.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz Intel Pentium D 2.66 GHz AMD Athlon 64 3500+ |
Intel Core 2 Duo AMD 64 X2 5200+ AMD Phenom |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6800 ATI Radeon X1650 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 compatible Shader model 3 support |
Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS ATI Radeon X1900 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 10 compatible |
- Multiple saves and user created maps will increase the amount of needed hard disk space.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (19900) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Far Cry 2 Activation Information - Far Cry 2 - PC - Ubisoft Customer Support Site
- ↑ Far Cry 2 PC 1.03 Patch
- ↑ Far Cry 2 Cheats For Personal Computer
- ↑ :: Reddit /r/pcgaming :: Far Cry 2's DX10 renderer is bugged. Use the DX9 renderer instead
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=199722774
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1565561687
- ↑ Jackal Tapes - Far Cry Wikia
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1563578739
- ↑ [1]