Far Cry 2

Video Game
2008
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Psychological Thriller Quest Action Adventure Thriller

A mercenary is hired to travel to an African country to eliminate a notorious arms dealer called, The Jackal, only to be caught in the crossfire of a civil war.A mercenary is hired to travel to an African country to eliminate a notorious arms dealer called, The Jackal, only to be caught in the crossfire of a civil war.A mercenary is hired to travel to an African country to eliminate a notorious arms dealer called, The Jackal, only to be caught in the crossfire of a civil war.

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6.9/10

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Trivia
Inspired by Heart of Darkness (1899) by Joseph Conrad.

Goofs
Hector Vorhees holds his phone normally while speaking on it, even though he has a hands-free device constantly plugged in his ear and clipped on his shirt.

Quotes
The Jackal: You can't break a man the way you do a dog or a horse, the harder you beat a man, the taller he stands. To break a man's will, to break his spirit, you have to break his mind. Men have this idea that we can fight with dignity, that there's a proper way to kill someone. It's absurd, its aesthetic, we need it to endure the bloody horror of murder. You must destroy that idea, show them what a messy horrible thing it is to kill a man, and then show them that you relish in it. Shoot the wound, and then execute the wounded, burn them, take them in close combat. Destroy their preconceptions of what a man is and become their personal monster. When they fear you, you become stronger, you become better. But let's never forget, it's a display, it's a posture, like a lions roar, or a gorilla thumping at his chest. If you lose yourself in the display, if you succumb to the horror, then you become the monster. You become reduced, not more than a man, but less. And it could be fatal.

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Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #39.11 (2008)

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9/10

Far Cry 2: The Realistic Challenge We Didn't Know We Needed

Okay, so let's talk about Far Cry 2-an absolute vibe that deserves way more love than it gets in the sea of modern games. Honestly, it's a wild ride that feels more like a gritty survival simulation than just another shooter.

First off, the realism is on another level. Guns break if you use them too much, which, let's be real, is a refreshing change from the usual "magical infinite ammo" nonsense. You actually have to think about your resources and plan your moves, which adds a whole new layer of strategy. Plus, the malaria mechanic? Ugh, so relatable. It's like life saying, "Surprise! You need to manage your health too!"

And the enemies? Okay, I get that they respawn when you leave the area, which can be super frustrating, but it just adds to the chaos. It keeps you on your toes and makes every trip back feel like a mini-adventure, even if you do feel like you're fighting the same guys over and over.

The graphics and atmosphere are pretty great for its time, too. You really feel like you're in the middle of a conflict zone, which is something a lot of newer games don't quite capture. The open-world vibe is immersive, and there's something to be said for that raw, unfiltered challenge.

I'm giving this game a solid 9/10. The one star deduction is just because sometimes it's more frustrating than fun (like, chill with the respawns, please), but overall, it's a unique experience that stands out in today's gaming landscape. If you're looking for a game that makes you think and struggle, give it a shot. You might just vibe with the challenge!