Generally, the first rule when it comes to rescuing hostages is ‘don’t let everybody get horribly done in.’ But sadly, this proves too much of a stumbling block for many game heroes. Be it accidentally killing geriatrics with a killer virus or letting the damsel in distress get crushed by a cow, the following rescue missions all get botched. Spectacularly. &# ... » Read More

4 May 2009

The Top 7... gut-wrenching choices

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

Games are complicated these days. Plotlines are deep and branching. Worlds are open to explore, and to change. Major characters are expendable. Side quests are optional, dialogue trees are intricate and endings are multiple. We are the authors of our own digital experiences. Which sounds pretty great, until you reach one of those choices that you just know will affect the rest of the game. ... » Read More

29 Apr 2009

Far Cry 2 Fortune’s Pack - review

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

You get three new weapons, two new vehicles and five new multiplayer maps in Fortune’s Pack. The best news is that Far Cry 2’s famously explodey action sequences are now augmented by an explosive-launching crossbow that packs more of a punch than the in-game rocket launcher. ... » Read More

18 Feb 2009

These games are not what you think they are

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

Why Sonic isn't a platformer and Final Fantasy isn't an RPG at all. ... » Read More

12 Feb 2009

Bizarre size screw-ups in games

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

It must be a tough job being a videogame artist. Tight deadlines, long hours, trying to replicate intricate concept art within strict technological limitations... and of course those pesky laws of real life. You see, for some reason people have this crazy notion that cars are smaller than houses. Yeah, what's all that about? We say to hell with it - these games certainly did ... » Read More

10 Feb 2009

Far Cry 2: Epic chain reaction of explosive doom

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

A Domino Rally of pyromania, crafted by Radar in FC2's level editor. ... » Read More

23 Sep 2008

Play 2008's hottest games early!

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

The biggest UK gaming event this year is just days away ... » Read More

28 May 2008

Far Cry 2: Exclusive dev team interview

PS3 Feature | Far Cry 2

Far Cry 2 dazzled eyes and blew minds when it was unveiled at the Leipzig Games Convention last year, and its blend of open world gameplay, stunning visuals and exciting new environmental mechanics have made it one to watch intently ever since. Read on, as we interview Producer Louis-Pierre Pharand, Tech Director Dominic Guay and Creative Director Clint Hocking about why Africa is going to be the place to be later this year. ... » Read More

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