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Far Cry 3 Game Guide

By Matthew Rorie

GameSpot's Far Cry 3 game guide helps you learn the most efficient ways to tame the jungle. Or... ways to set the world on fire.

SAVING OLIVER

The initial phase of this quest will see you taking a car and making your way towards an overlook. Said overlook is protected by two soldiers, though, so ram one of them with your car, kill the other, and head towards your waypoint.

Oliver will be arriving shortly via a convoy, and the soldiers that guard him are going to try and load him onto a helicopter which will no doubt take him away to a special life where he'll play football and snowboard and drink tequila sunrises for the rest of his existance. It's your job to make sure that doesn't happen, by killing all of the nice people that are escorting him.

You'll flip from camera to sniper rifle just before Oliver is thrown on the helicopter. You don't get to pick your weapon here, and for some reason, the rifle you get is only half-loaded, so immediately reload it before you fire. That'll net you ten total shots before you have to reload.

You won't be able to get any immediate two-for-one shots via the explosive barrels here, so try to take a potshot either at the soldier immediately closest to Oliver, or at one in the group near the cars. Ideally, you'll want them to start firing at you instead of Oliver, because Oliver's fairly fragile, and he will die if he takes too many bullets, but it can be tough to make them aware of your exact location.


Again, the explosives here will be a big help to you.

When the shooting starts, start picking off the remaining soldiers in the initial group of five. Oliver will run down the ramp to the water side of the docks, where he'll be relatively covered from gunfire, except from the direction of the ramp, so keep an eye out for soldiers that are firing on him from the right side of your screen! If a soldier takes cover near a red barrel, shoot it to get an easy kill.

The first five guards will go down in short order, causing another group of three or four to spawn. Two of them will exit via the doorway on the lower side of the docks, but the one you want to worry about will spawn up the ramp to the right, near where the helicopter was. He'll have a good angle to fire on Oliver, so kill him first! Reload after he's dead, if need be, then finish off the rest of the gang.

The task gets easier from here, as Oliver will stick near the water and the soldiers will largely spawn from the building on the upper level, which means he'll have good cover from their gunfire. You'll also be more likely to start having the soldiers actually firing at you instead of Oliver at this point. They're too far away to connect with many of their shots, so this is a good thing, and will increase Oliver's survivability considerably. You may want to consider zooming out on your scope here, if you can still manage to make your shots, as it'll give you a much wider view of the docks, which will be handy since the enemies will spread out a bit.

A few more jumps to the left and Oliver will make it to the boat. The last major obstacle will be an RPG-wielding enemy who'll hopefully take a shot at you instead of your friend; listen and look for the rocket, take him down, then jump into the water to meet up with Oliver. Be sure to heal yourself before you take the leap, just in case you land on rocks. It would be a shame to die now!

The boat ride here is an easier task than the sniper section, as your awareness indicators will give most of your enemy's positions away. Fire at them before they take down your boat, and kill the helicopter when it appears to escape. When you're done, talk with Oliver. It turns out that he's one of those dudes who keeps the sticker on their hat's brim. Kill him and dump the body overboard. Some things can't be excused

77 comments
daleytim75
daleytim75

Also.. Cannot find the great white? Anyone?

daleytim75
daleytim75

I've done most... But left some missions for last? Now there's no one to kill?!lol! Do rogue pirates turn up bc I haven't found many? Instead now I just set traps for islanders! There not happy... Any ideas ? Anyone? Apart, from finishing the game off? Which I kind of... Don't want 2? Cheers

cmalldieb4me
cmalldieb4me

can anyone please give me a clue as how to get,    say hi to the internet   trophy.     for it is my last to collect  before the platinum trophy.

oliano46
oliano46

I have burnt all 5 weed plants and try to destroy the boat at the fish village, but I don't have a rocket weapon. How do I do it without this rocket gun.

Djmaster214
Djmaster214

@oliano46 run to the end of the dock on a crate there is a rpg with ammo underneath if you miss, i just used the flamethrower on the boat though

ademilton007
ademilton007

como faço pra baixa essa reliquia muito bom adorei asse lançmento


isomizer
isomizer

I'M STUCK RECUING THE GIRL FROM THE PRISON WITH ALOL THE FIRE AND ALL.iIT'S TO DARK TO SEE WERE YOU ARE GOING.pLEASE GIVE ME SOME HELP.bEEN AT THIS STAGE FOR 3 WEEK.pLEASE HELP.Send to kwiatkowski1960#hotmail.com.Please

oliano46
oliano46

@isomizer When you come through the blue door continue up to the left shoot the pipe and go on through the door and climb up when you see the rope.


asadali67
asadali67

PLEASE HELP ME... 

i m playing farcry3 on xbox 360. i have liberated all outposts on the current island, also activated all radio towers, all story quests, supply quests, wanted dead, and hunter quests done.. but the problem is

1- i cant use fast travel. it says fast travel currently not avaliable.

2-i cant play trials of rakyat. it says trial of rakyat currently not available

3- i cant travel to the next island. it says out of bound.

please help me...

asadali67
asadali67

PLEASE HELP ME

i m playing farcry 3 on xbox360. I have liberated all outposts on the current island, done all hunter quests, wanted dead, supply quests and story quests. all radio towers activated. but the problem is..

1- I cant use fast travel.. it says fast travel currently not available.

2. I cant go to the next Island. It says out of bound

3- i cant play trials of rakyat. It says trials of rakyat currently not available..

HELP ME guys what should i do.. m stuck


asadali67
asadali67

HELP ME.. 

I m playing farcry3 on xbox 360. I have liberated all outposts in the current island, all towers activated, all story quests done, all supply quests, hunter quests and wanted dead also done. But the problem is

1- i cant use fast travel. its says fast travel currently not avaliable.

2- i cant go to the next island. it says out of bound.

3-i cant play trials of rakyat. it says trial of rakyat currently not available.

PLEASE HELP ME.. what should i do

daleytim75
daleytim75

G'day mate. Sounds like ur Xbox (the old version?) as crashed? Mine did the same. So I had to buy the latest version?!

However, one thing u may have not done?! I don't know... But have done the mission on the first island where u defend that crazy CIA agent & finally take off in a really crap plane? That the only way to get to the other island I know of?! If ur past that.... Sorry dude.... I'm not sure?! Someone can probably help u better than me?! Lol take it easy mate

Kuchuu
Kuchuu

I love this game. Ubisoft did a great job with the campaign and the multiplayer! 5 out of 5 Stars!

shootemlootem
shootemlootem

yea me too, jus can't get to lisa thru this damn fire! any tips please?

nick0192gtg
nick0192gtg

@shootemlootem just put out all the fire and dont rush you can rush but be carefull I passed it after about 9 trys it's hard I know but just try

mjas45
mjas45

i'm sucke trying to get to lisa, make it thru the door before i get mission fail.  Help.

danielpap
danielpap

Hi all,

I'm playing fc3 on ps3 but got stuck at killing Hoyt in the knife fight.

I get only 3 buttons, the X, the square, the O, but then no fourth button! 

Each time Hoyt stabs me and I die.

Saw a clip where the player also at first got only 3 buttons but after reloading he got the fourth, a square again. 

Still I only get 3 buttons

Anyone know what to do?

Thanks

pbrugalett
pbrugalett like.author.displayName 1 Like

@danielpap 

Here's what I used:

Round 1- X, Square, O, Square

Round 2- Square, O

Round 3- Square, O, X

Round 4- Square, O, Square, O

Its all in the timing. Hitting key early better than late.

Hope that helps. Took me a few tries to get the timing.

danielpap
danielpap

Hi everyone, Im playing FC3 on PS3 but got stuck at killing Hoyt. In the knife fight I get the X button,  ten the Square, and then the O button, then NO more buttons appear and each time I get knifed down by Hoyt.

Anyone know what to do?

I saw 1 clip where the player first also got 3 buttons ( xbox) and after he died and reloaded THAN got the 4th button.

Still I only keep getting 3 buttons?

jdevlin
jdevlin

What do you after paying good money and you don't complete a level the games over and your only half way through.  Maybe that's why they call it Far Cry. 

tigertrim
tigertrim

far cry 3

I've finished the game got all the found all things in the handbook but still dont have the last weapon onlocked and game says 99% done. Anyone tell me what i'm missing?


batman0o0
batman0o0

is it an online game or offline game????? hic

philerus97
philerus97

Could that knife have been sold before by any chance? Cuz I remember selling a ceremonial knife at a weapon dispenser but I hadnt given it a second thought, but when I go to Denis the mission does not seem to initiate. Or is it just a glitch?


xTRUExPASSIONx
xTRUExPASSIONx

Me saying games cant be blamed was a lil unexplained, games can be blamed if false or true, butThey cant be blamed for people actions in this context, they can be blamed for things that dont pertain to human behavioral actions , its the persons personal choice, oh and just in my opinion i love farcry 3 havent picked up another game and have had my mind buried in the game bcuz its so addicting lol

xTRUExPASSIONx
xTRUExPASSIONx

1998 was one of the best gaming years on record, and games will never be like they you to thats why their considered classics, just like cars and movies, they change with time and theres haters that always bash the new or the old and so on, the best way to look at things in my opinion is respect the originals and the glory they brought to the gaming industry and enjoy the new experiences game designers try to bring, i have high respect for the gaming community not only because im become a game designer and am an avid gamer, but because of how much ridicule and blame that news and others throw at us blaming us for the school shootings and numbing of violence in children, which even with all the testing and experiments we get put through always come up in conclusive, why? Because just like cars are responsible gor drunk drivers or guns arnt reposible for killing people, games are a form of entertainment and cant be blamed for anything, and we have ratings for a reason,the human pschy in each person is different in each person and different things can trigger a more violent ir numbing reaction, anyway enough rambling and going off topic, games go up and down, each person has preferences, so dont blame the game , its just not your thing, and play the game atleast through half in my opinions, tutorials and first few missions arnt a good first opinion in most cases if it starts off bad

maxpatne1940
maxpatne1940

hello gamers when farcry3 is completed will any gamer be playing
deadspace3 when it is released in feb.iam a fan of this game and i
would like to know is there any gamers who are fans of deadspace











dustysandman
dustysandman

It is an outstanding game and I'm astounded that the camera/stones glitch is not being discussed here ? having looked into it since glitching 2 days ago I have discovered posts related to this bug  on forums from WEEKS ago ! it breaks the game for us affected by it as you cant continue the story without the camera SPOILER ALERT (scripted spotting of enemies )and you cant abandon this particular mission and at least enjoy the free roam which is terrific.

maxpatne1940
maxpatne1940 like.author.displayName 1 Like

farcry3 is a outstanding game love playing it, i give it a 10 oh yes

mettcdn
mettcdn like.author.displayName like.author.displayName like.author.displayName 3 Like

Does anyone else go shark hunting with a jet ski?  You just ram into the thing then swim down and fetch the skins.

ImpliedBunny
ImpliedBunny

 @mettcdn I like just swimming out and using the knife.  makes you feel like more of a badass.

peterb2222
peterb2222 like.author.displayName 1 Like

Please-Im playing this game on PS3.Am stuck in the Nostagia Boat mission.Cannot get past the guy who ambushes me underwater.I keep pressing the "MASH" button,and keep getting killed.Have gone thtough it 50 TIMES!! Its so frustrating with some games with these ridiculously hard sections,which seem like a fluke when u finally do it.Ruins the replay value of some games.Despite that,its a great game.Would appreciate a hint guys.Thank you.

LuciusM
LuciusM

 @peterb2222 try firing on the Nostalgia from a gunboat w a machine gun. you can take out many of  the enemy that way, including the sniper up top. Enjoy - the machine gun has limitless ammo. 8-)

Strider8009
Strider8009

Can this be. . . . .The return of the Boss of Bosses?

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CaesarIIII
CaesarIIII like.author.displayName like.author.displayName 2 Like

 @empty1809 

If you can't pass something in Far Cry 3, lower the difficulty. If that doesn't work, you should give up gaming all together.....

Trainers are for losers.

cleopete
cleopete like.author.displayName like.author.displayName 2 Like

I can't believe how many people are complaining about Ubisoft being on top of the patches.  I remember when Black and White came out (with equal hype), it was almost unplayable, and Lionhead went on vacation and didn't release the first patch for months.  You do realize they don't burn the dvds the day before launch, right?

miser_cz
miser_cz

 @cleopete I finished the game super fine without a single patch. Testers have done marvelous job!

moc5
moc5

 @cleopete ah! an ancient gamer after my own heart.  Lionhead released a playable version from day one....nice try.

cleopete
cleopete

 @moc5  @cleopete Then you were one of the lucky ones.  The forums were flooded with people who either couldn't load the game, or experienced bad lag while meeting hardware requirements.

moc5
moc5

Truth hurts!  Just ask that guy who responded to the guy below (doktron).  Sad.

doktron
doktron like.author.displayName 1 Like

I guess Im in the minority but I am extremly dissapointed in farcry3.The 1st mission where 3 guys drive u to an enemy camp and tell u to secure it.So I go running in proceding to chase the stupid enemy around the camp blowing each one easily away.(they dont seem to notice me running up to them,pointing my gun and blowing out their brains).Then my fellow soldiers come into camp praising me for a job well done and how I impressed them.The 2nd time I repeated this mission I stood at the crossroad to the camp and just fired off a few rounds.My fellow soldiers me to watch it with my gun, then the enemies came running down the road and while I hid in the woods, my soldiers killed all the enemy and once again praised me for my bravery and skill.How is this challenging?And its not very open world when I can only move around the mission area("mission will fail if u leave mission area").And I dont need big flashing dots to follow someone or to tell me where to go or who to kill.Too much handholding.(play"Black Mesa" and you will see what I mean.) I said I wouldnt buy farcry3, but I gave it a chance,and once again, Im dissappointed.

doktron
doktron like.author.displayName 1 Like

I have a right to complain;I paid over 50.00$ for this...game.As a matter of fact, I bought all 3 far cry gamesfor 50.00$ each(thats 150.00$ total for the math deficient) and I only really liked the 1st one(even with its flaws).And farcry3 is not as open world as games like: crysis1  ,stalker(all 3 games),elder scrolls - oblivian and skyrim,and others.

and the idea that they force me to install their crapware "uplay" to play the game.  if I had known, I never would have bought the game!

daleytim75
daleytim75

Ur a tight ass mate!? U cannot complain about this game & there are one or two things that annoyed me?! But... U can easily overlook that fact!? 5/5 from me! FC3 is totally beyond FC2? Sorry, but do u expect from a game? Maybe pc 13+ is more to ur suiting?

rocksmart777
rocksmart777

@doktron means  its not ur type , not every game is for every one . not all games are made according to me ,we have different choices in our life so its for different gamers. be happy good luck.

mettcdn
mettcdn like.author.displayName 1 Like

 @doktron Have you played it past the first mission?  You are judging the game on the first mission alone?  This is one of the most open world games I have seen for a FPS and the mission area only applies when you have an objective on the go, not just exploring.

SHARKMEAT
SHARKMEAT

 @doktron

 How do you think they sell a game to 10 year old kids that have hard to play game..and all the flashing signs to let yo no which way you can or can't find anything, or you leave the little stamp maps ( It seems to me they had to make close in fighting on the latest games to cope with small maps to run on consoles/ boy I remember the good old days when map size wasn't a problem when playing on a computer ) I played Far Cry original and still have more fun than the new # 2 they put in to try and make it better but in my view they broke the darn game..Now it's just a mindless game to make money off the original that was awesome to play. Only thing I like about the new game is the SHARK and it was sent over from the original to give the new one some substance LOL..........CHEERS

miser_cz
miser_cz

 @doktron Breaking News: this game wasn´t created according to your idea of perfect game :(

moc5
moc5

 @doktron This is why I dont buy before I hear the sorrow of those who do.   I was you once.  I had trust in those that made games.  This sadly is the trend of gaming gaming now.  Like the fall of the Romans, the golden age is passed and we fearfully await the barbaric Huns to invade and finish the fat fuc*s that feed on what's left of what was once great.

Metroididiot
Metroididiot

 @moc5  @doktronDAT FORESHADOWING! you guys are just the brightest and best.......

moc5
moc5

 @M3o5nster  @Metroididiot  @doktron We are not fan boys.  We are true Gamers.  We have no agenda other than to make games better for gamers.  All other contrary comments can only be described as shills.  Integrity died in this market in 2006 and all true Gamers await its return.  Here's hoping doktron.....

M3o5nster
M3o5nster like.author.displayName like.author.displayName like.author.displayName like.author.displayName 4 Like

 @moc5  @Metroididiot  @doktron .  I try not to let the glory days ruin what fun times there are left to be had... There is such a thing as being overcritical, and it seems Dok has taken that route. What game has perfect A.I.?

 

That first camp, is just an intro to the structure of the camp system... All the other camps you can approach from any direction you wish and by any means. Want to hang-glide into the camp, land on a roof, then ambush a distracted foe from above? You can do that. The same can't be said for many out games out right now...

 

FC3 may not be the best game I've ever played, but it gets my vote for GOTY.

moc5
moc5

 @Metroididiot  @doktron Sho nuf!! *Some kind of nonsense trying to prove a pointless point like you.*...you are so cool .....uuuurrgghhh.

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