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Far Cry 6 Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | Dunia 2 Engine |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Open World, First-Person Shooter |
| Initial Release | 2021-10-07 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Berlin, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Odesa, Ubisoft Winnipeg, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Quebec, Red Storm Entertainment |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Setting | Yara (Fictional Caribbean Island, inspired by Cuba) |
| Perspective | First-Person (Third-Person in safe zones and during some Supers/cutscenes) |
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Stadia, Amazon Luna |
| Multiplayer | Cooperative (2 player online for campaign and Special Operations) |
Far Cry 6 System Requirements
1080p
tune Minimum (~30 FPS, Low Preset) – Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off
tune Recommended (~60 FPS, High Preset) – High Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off
1440p
tune Recommended 1440p (~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, No RT) – Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off
1440p_RT
tune Recommended 1440p (~60 FPS, High Preset, RT On) – High Preset, DirectX Raytracing On
2160p
tune Ultra 4K (~30 FPS, Ultra Preset, RT On) – Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing On
tune Ultra 4K (~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, RT On, HD Textures) – Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing On, HD Textures Enabled
Far Cry 6 Laptop Recommendations
memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 140W
storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1749
Model: Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Score: 6700) @ 140W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 75W
storage 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
US $799
Model: ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (Score: 1655)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Score: 7220) @ 75W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1699
Model: MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1615
Model: ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 45W
storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
US $1300
Model: MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
memory CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (Score: 1286)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 45W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 115W
storage 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
US $1689
Model: HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor (Score: 2225)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA / FHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 140W
storage 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
US $799
Model: HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS (Score: 1656)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (Score: 9842) @ 140W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 512GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 105W
storage 16GB DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
US $1699
Model: ASUS TUF Gaming A16 with RTX 4050
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS (Score: 1656)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (Score: 9842) @ 105W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 512GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
storage 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $2699
Model: HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (Score: 10500)
storage RAM: 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU 115W
storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $2299
Model: GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
memory CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off).
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Core Requirements
- desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 10 (20H1 version or newer, 64-bit versions)
Only 64-bit Windows 10 or newer is supported.
- memoryDirectX: DirectX 12
DirectX 12 is required.
- save_altStorage Note: 60 GB available space (SSD Recommended). 170 GB for HD Texture Pack.
SSD is recommended. The optional HD Texture Pack requires significantly more space and a higher VRAM GPU.
settings_applications Optimization Notes:
Upscaling: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR).
Key Settings: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Clouds, and Environmental Detail, as well as Ray Tracing, heavily impact performance.
Far Cry 6: Map Size and Regions
Yara is the largest Far Cry setting to date, a vast open world featuring diverse environments: jungles, beaches, rural areas, and the urban capital city of Esperanza. The world is divided into main regions, each controlled by a member of Castillo's regime and containing various activities like FND bases (outposts), checkpoints, and treasure hunts.
Far Cry 6: Post-Launch Content / DLC
Post-launch support includes a Season Pass with three major DLCs focused on past Far Cry villains (Vaas: Insanity, Pagan: Control, Joseph: Collapse). A standalone expansion, 'Lost Between Worlds', was also released, adding a new storyline and area. Free updates added Special Operations, crossover missions (e.g., Danny Trejo, Stranger Things, Rambo), New Game Plus, and other features.
Far Cry 6 Skills & Upgrades Overview
Ability progression is tied to collected Gear pieces and weapon modifications rather than traditional skill trees tied to player XP. Players increase their rank by earning XP, which unlocks access to better gear and weapons from vendors. Resolver weapons and Supremo backpacks provide unique, powerful active abilities and are crafted/upgraded at workbenches using gathered resources like Depleted Uranium.
Far Cry 6: Game Editions
Available in Standard, Deluxe, Gold, and Game of the Year Editions. Deluxe includes the Ultimate Pack (cosmetic items). Gold includes the Season Pass (3 villain DLCs and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition). Game of the Year includes the base game, Season Pass, Ultimate Pack, and the Lost Between Worlds expansion.
Far Cry 6: Cross-Platform / Crossplay
Supports online cooperative multiplayer for two players. Cross-play is available between PC and Xbox, and between PC and PlayStation. Cross-generation play is also supported (e.g., PS4 with PS5, Xbox One with Series X/S).
Far Cry 6: Top 5 Weapons (Subjective)
Includes conventional firearms (pistols, rifles, shotguns, etc.), makeshift 'Resolver' weapons, and Supremo backpacks with powerful abilities. Weapons can be customized with mods and ammo types.
Far Cry 6 Other Features & Info
- labelMultiplayer Modes
Features a two-player online cooperative mode for the main campaign and separate cooperative Special Operations missions accessible from camps.
- labelUser Interface
Standard first-person HUD showing health, ammo, mini-map, and objectives. Includes menus for inventory, map, gear loadouts, crafting, and abilities. Designed to provide essential information without being overly cluttered during intense action.
- labelSound and Music
Features an original score composed by Pedro Bromfman. Includes in-game radio stations with a variety of Latin music genres. Sound design emphasizes the environment and dynamic shifts during combat or stealth.
- labelGraphics and Visuals
Utilizes the Dunia 2 engine to render a visually rich open world with dense vegetation, urban environments, dynamic weather, and lighting. Supports DirectX Raytracing for enhanced shadows and reflections on PC. Features detailed character models and animations.
- labelAccessibility Features
Includes customizable controls (remapping, aim assist), adjustable difficulty settings, and various subtitle options (size, background).
- labelStory and Setting
Set on the fictional Caribbean island of Yara, inspired by Cuba and other Caribbean nations. Players embody Dani Rojas, a local Yaran involved in a modern-day guerrilla revolution against the brutal dictator Antón Castillo (Giancarlo Esposito) and his son Diego (Anthony Gonzalez). The story explores themes of revolution, oppression, and the cost of freedom, with a balance between serious main plot points and the series' signature over-the-top elements.
- labelTop 3 Amigos (Animal Companions)
- 1. Guapo (Combat Alligator). 2. Chorizo (Distraction Dachshund). 3. Oluso (Stealth Panther).
- labelTop 3 Resolver Weapons (Subjective)
- 1. Tostador (Flamethrower). 2. Zeusito (EMP). 3. Discos Locos (CD Launcher).
Far Cry 6 Frequently Asked Questions
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help_outline Is Far Cry 6 open world?Yes, Far Cry 6 features a large open world called Yara, the largest in the series to date.
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help_outline Can I play as a female character?Yes, players can choose to play as either a male or female Dani Rojas at the start of the game.
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help_outline Is there multiplayer in Far Cry 6?Yes, it supports two-player online cooperative multiplayer for the main campaign and Special Operations. There is no competitive multiplayer beyond Arcade maps (if applicable to this version/mode) or local co-op.
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help_outline Does Far Cry 6 have ray tracing?Yes, the PC version supports DirectX Raytracing for enhanced shadows and reflections.
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help_outline Are there different animal companions (Amigos) in the game?Yes, players can recruit several different animal Amigos, each with unique abilities that assist in gameplay.
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help_outline Does Far Cry 6's story relate to previous games?Far Cry 6 features thematic connections and Easter eggs related to previous games, particularly regarding its villains (through DLC). While there are fan theories (e.g., about Diego and Vaas), the main story of Far Cry 6 is standalone, set after FC5/New Dawn.
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help_outline Can I free the entire map in co-op?Yes, the full main campaign and world activities (like liberating FND bases) can be played in two-player online co-op. Story progress is saved for the host only, but guests keep acquired items and progression.