Far Cry Primal

Joining the other Far Cry titles but putting a prehistoric twist on it is Far Cry Primal a title available across Windows, Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Intended to be a spiritual predecessor to the games in the Far Cry franchise you'll step back in time to take on the role of a hunter in a large...

Takes the best elements of Far Cry and integrates them into a new environment; Tame animals to assist you explore the prehistoric world; Lead your village through upgrades and crafting

Lacks significant storyline making the whole experience feel short; Melee combat with other humans misses the mark

Far Cry Primal Review – Basic Instinct (PS4)

I've always wondered what humans did before video games. I've tried to ask my parents but I tend to get bored after a few words and stop listening. I don't think I'd ever make it in a primal, survival based scenario. I'm far too used to the luxuries of modern life.

Attention to detail creates a living prehistoric setting; Soundscape and global lighting are enthralling; Riding a saber tooth tiger into a camp of cannibals wielding a flaming spear; Urki

Authenticity to primitive culture disconnects player from characters; Lack of meaningful backstory or motivation throughout; Underneath all that cave paint; there's a ton of repeated quests; Ull and Batari are not Vaas or Pagan Min levels of memorable

Reshaping history - Far Cry Primal review

Taking chances is something many on-going video game franchises are hesitant to do. But as the trend of annualized schedules and the rush to get the next product out heat up, it's important that developers alter the formula up a bit to keep the fans interested.

Side characters are enjoyable; Companion system is a nice addition; Environments are gorgeous; Well-crafted world

Hand-to-hand focused combat is tiring and repetitive; Takkar is the definition of a flat character

Far Cry Primal review

Far Cry Primal isn't perfect, but thankfully it's not boring either. The story could have been longer and more in depth and the basic concept of the game hasn't changed a lot since 4. Essentially, it's the same old Far Cry formula but adapted to a Stone Age surrounding. But while that may not seem very exciting, there are enough changes that you'll get plenty of entertainment from it. Taming and hunting beasts is great fun and ordering them to kill enemy soliders never gets old. The reliance on prehistoric weapons proves that guns and gaming don't have to go together the end result is well worth leaving the modern day world behind for. Just don't expect to want to stay for ever.

Being the Beast Master; Improved combat; Stone Age setting;

Missions are often too easy; Supporting characters too shallow; Gameplay too similar to 4;

Far Cry Primal review review