Far Cry® Primal

great game, ruined it with the ubisoft connect log in crap. 3rd party launchers shouldn't be allowed on steam.

I will never buy and play an original Ubisoft game again. I tried to open this game for an hour but unfortunately I couldn't open it. I will play pirated Ubisoft games because they wanted it. There is no problem when playing pirated games but when playing the original games you have to open a ton of accounts etc.

This is a great side-step for far Cry, and is as good as any of the best Far Cry titles.

Far Cry Primal is an interesting game because it applies the open world gameplay loop of what is an FPS franchise, strips the guns, and gives you caveman weaponry. The game definitely reminds you of the prehistoric setting, between the wildlife consisting of now-extinct animals like the sabretooth tiger and wooly mammoth, to the weapons being made of sticks and stones, from the way the characters dress, and even the way they speak. On that last note, they actually constructed a language for use in this game, and has about 40,000 words. I had a lot of fun with this game, although it took some time for it to really click with me. The lack of guns was very much a turn-off initially, since I just wanted to go ham. However, I grew an appreciation for using the bow and spears, as there is a lot of satisfaction to be had when those hit in one kill. And you still have plenty of tools at your disposal. You'd be able to use an owl to direct a beast to kill some people, drop a berserk bomb on a heavy to make him attack his allies, and dive bomb into another person, followed by a jump takedown on an enemy and chaining the takedowns on at least 2 more people and capping off with a shard throw. Fun stuff. The plot is... present. It's not bad, but it's no FC3. There's also not a whole lot of weapons to choose from. The clubs become very pointless very quickly, mostly because the spear is a lot better of a weapon in my opinion (yes, pun intended). Additionally, the early game can be annoying as it feels like everything is out to kill you. Depending on your thoughts on asset reuse, this game also reuses half of FC4's map. Overall, I would recommend this game if you like fast paced FPS games but are okay without the guns. If you like Far Cry, you'll probably like this one too.

Very good game. There are so many ways to play the game. Lots of missions and so much stuff to do that it's almost overwhelming. My only gripe about it is not the game itself but Ubisoft. In order to play Primal or any Far Cry game you have to install the Ubisoft app which is complete garbage

after being logged into my ubisoft account almost all the time and when I went to log in today to play far cry primal I was no longer logged in, it says my email and password are not good, I reset the password, I don't receive anything even on my phone number, I try that code several times, it says my account is temporarily suspended, it's stupid what they did with ubishi and their policy, it's stupid when I buy their game on steam and they force me to install their application, from what I understand, if you don't log into your ubishit account for a while, it suspends your account, stupid, what if they decide, they take it, good luck with ubishit.

Dont think I've ever left a review, this was the worst experience a person could have trying to start a game. The game itself wont even open without closing and presenting me with zero information on why. And after multiple hour long sessions of trying to figure out what the fuck is wrong, every "solution" does not work and just shows how shitty ubisoft is. All I can say is DO NOT BUY THIS unless you know it will work. Got it on sale awhile ago with the other farcry games and decided I wanted to play it, and I dont have access to the ubisoft account that was presumably linked to my steam account and I cant link a new one to it, nor can I unlink the old one from steam, for some reason so I guess its just fuck me, and fuck ubisoft.

I personally love Primal because it's unique in contrast to other FC games, having beaten it only once in the past (like 5-6 years ago not on steam) and always wishing to repeat that experience, playing in 2025 and I can say game holds pretty well. Map and atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous and you really feel like you're in 10k BC. Characters are awesome and well done, love the language and also animals. In the wild anything can one shot you basically on higher difficulty so you always have to be on your toes and watch your surroundings. Oh and music, also, very good! 👍 Easy 10/10

This is my favorite Far cry BY A MILE. Its got enough options for difficulty settings to be more casual and mythical, or more serious and challenging. I just loved the game. I dont replay first person shooters very often but I did a number of play through with this one. Just such a cool setting. Being tied to the Ubisoft thing is kinda annoying but whatever. I used a texture pack that made the game VIBRANT. Its just gorgeous.

I have not ever played any farcry games and started with this one. It was fun, i think my down sides to this were that i had to grind a lot to have adequate weapons. I also was hoping for more quests lines than fetch this or fetch that and go kill this guy to fetch that thing. Overall I enjoyed it.

So far I cant play the game on steamdeck cause of ubisoft third party shizz. AC Shadows worked fine a month ago but now it takes forever to load to ubisoft connect. Literally 10 mins just to get to the main menu. i tried installing ubisoftconnectinstaller but it wont let me cause it says something about not being able to download.. Its sad cause ubisoft was great years ago but now everything is a terrible experience lately. Now i got to refund this game.

I enjoyed being able to play a Far Cry game without all the RPGs, Helicopters, cars, and all that. Was a really good story too! doesnt make you feel weak at all, I actually enjoyed doing all the hunting, gathering and all the simple stuff. The boss fights are...okay? 1 of them is extremely difficult, so it kinda put me off towards the end of the game.

One of the best Far Cry spin off experiences and one of a kind mythical prehistoric based games out there that one could experience in the FPS genre. A major element is Companions - some of which one can ride around on which replaces the common vehicle options and multiple engaging story line quests with tons of side objectives and collectibles can keep one busy if you just want to explore the gorgeous landscape with massive towering peaks and amazing hot spring pools. A ravenous dangerous landscape full of predators and prey of which one can tame several. As a Wenja, your in a constant fierce struggle against the tough Udam and crafty Izila while also combating the numerous wild animals that roam the massive landscape you can roam. Overall its a must play of the Far Cry series.

I recommend this game... only on a console. The PC version of this game is one of the most glitchy games I have ever played. The constant cancelling of actions and then the constant repeating of actions literally break the game. Half of my hours played has been to get back to where I was after having to exit the game because I am stuck in a never ending loop of action animations. I thought the keyboard would be easier than the controller since I started playing Primal on my PS4 a while ago and couldn't really get the controls, but I wish I stuck with that. If you have a short temper or a respect for your time, just get the console version of the game.

Sink over a half an hour into a cave mission fighting tigers that take 5 shots with a bow on hard difficulty while there are many of them to fight and they all bite at you taking 25% of your health each time every 2 seconds. How is that fun? I can't fire and craft often enough. If it was my first day as a game designer i would know this is F*d up! Lazy. Find some other, more creative way to increase the difficulty. So tired of bullet-sponges.

This game is basically caveman power fantasy then mix in the fra cry formula , What you are left with is a great game also a few other things that i liked are , you are free to choose how to progress your story also how you can tackle enemy outposts and bonfires if you want to go in stealthy or guns blazing (in this context spears and clubs) , else ride a mammoth and become a prehistoric killing machine

This is a new take on the Far Cry franchise. As some would put it; a spin-off. It's a survival game, no guns, only bows, spears and clubs. The combat system is bare-bones (pun intended). It would seem that the game was geared towards people that love survival games, in this game you are constantly scavenging for resources to build your base and craft better gear. Add people to your tribe and grow your little base camp. The game uses the DUNIA engine, which was also used in Far Cry 2, the fire effects are realistic enough and overall graphics quality is decent but you can definitely see the game is an older game if you would compare it to recent game titles with great graphics in 2025. In this game you are a Beast master and you use bait and stealth to tame animals like; wolves, bears, saber tooth tigers etc. As you progress you can ride beasts too. There are colder regions in the game which require you to craft winter clothing, so again, it's a survival game at its roots. It can be fun but it can also feel repetitive. I would rate this game a 7/10, the combat for me has lowered the rating. For me Far Cry games are mainly about the combat, exploration and gear. It is still a good game, just not for everyone. If you like survival, crafting weapons and better gear, upgrading your settlement, taming beasts to fight with you. Then this is a worthwhile game to play. If you prefer Far Cry games with guns and explosions then this game will be a little disappointing.

I think it is a great game in the Far Cry series. going from big ahh weaponry to clubs and rudimentary tools is a great spin off to what we are used in this franchise. The setting is beautiful even though it is a remastered and reused zone of anoher map, but it barely feels that way. Unless you look it up or read this comment, you would not even know that. I love that you can tame the prehistoric animals and have them as companions, its a great thing to have. The Story is actually pretty good, but do not expect super in depth development They are cavemen at the end of the day Overal it is a great game and one of the best fro the Far Cry series

amazing game, ive had so much fun playing, even though it was on sale and pretty cheap the DLC is not that great, the things that it adds feels like a waste of money

Beautiful graphics even in 2025, the characters, despite not being able to understand them, are voiced well, making it feel very immersive. I like the survivor mode with a few extra HUD tweaks for my Primal experience.

Not big on forgiving game designers that make an achievement behind an impossible difficulty. It's okay. controls are even jankier than Farcry 3, if it could be believed.

I really enjoyed Far Cry Primal. The game does a great job of pulling you into its prehistoric world with an incredibly immersive environment. From the sounds of nature to the raw visuals, it really feels like you're living in that era. One of the things I appreciate most is that it doesn’t get bogged down in overly complex mission goals. The story moves forward smoothly, which keeps my attention and makes me want to keep playing. I actually felt like I was living as the character, surviving and thriving in a dangerous world. It’s a cool experience, unique compared to most modern shooters. I definitely recommend it if you're looking for something different and atmospheric.

I didn't know this game was so good, I just assumed it wouldn't be as good as the others in the series for some reason. While it may not be as good as 3, it for SURE was better than 5 or New Dawn, and even at it's current age it still looks fantastic. I had to turn some settings down a bit for the deck to run 30-50fps, but cranked up on PC is beautiful.

Me: unga. You: bunga. We: Ooga chakka. 8/10 for immersion, 8/10 for the gameplay, 10/10 for paints pissingly beautiful graphics on a 3 year old gaming laptop able to run this easily on Very High - Ultra at over 70 FPS. Fuck the third party launcher shit but besides that, this is great! Grab it on sale. Throw spear. Very happy.

Far Cry Primal review I give this thumbs up because it is not a bad game - however, very few games come across being this much of a publisher driven product. Like they decided they wanted a prehistorical Far Cry without really thinking it through to the end. Some of the content here works, much of it is average and some of it bad. Weapons are very weak or enemies too much bullet sponge, don't know which. I also feel that combat and sneaking both are way, WAY underwhelming and badly designed. But it is a pretty looking game with some nice features... it's far from being trash. Some will find their money's worth here... but I have to say, this is probably my least favorite Far Cry. I'll give it 7/10.

FarCry with cavemen who have the demographics of downtown London or (one suspects) Toronto. Eh. It's fun, if a little goofy. Low grade tribal warfare that for once doesn't feel quite as over the top as the other games. If anything, based on certain historical accounts, the violence might be a touch understated... It's fun, what more do you need?

Within 1 hour of gameplay, I've already touched a woman (insane unrealistic), started a racial genocide, and tripped off some wacky mushrooms by the local shaman. 10/10

Uplay or UConnect or whatever such nonsense Ubisoft is calling its launcher these days is complete ass. Anyway, I played Far Cry Primal years ago. Probably in 2016, on Xbox or Playstation or some other such console. I figured I'd play it again since it was in my Steam library, with the intention of trying to occupy myself while waiting for something to catch my eye during the Steam Summer Sale. Alas, the gameplay loop here gets a bit stale kind've quickly. There's not much story either. Still, I have the fond memories and while it might not be a go-to here in 2025 it is still a fun title.

If you want a game to own then this is not it. I've lost many games to ubisoft because they destroy their games after they are done supporting them. If the company goes down and sells their games or closes them out then this game will follow meaning you will lose access to playing it. I would recommend getting a free copy some how instead of purchasing it yourself.

This is still hands down one of the best far crys. cinematic as all hell. primal is exactly what its suppose to be. its fun but its just also epic. if they made a primal 2 today? im sure it would be a massive hit. especially if it was released at 40$

Far Cry Primal is easily one of, if not the most slept-on game in the series- and i cannot fathom why. This game is absolute cinema, start to finish. From the story and characters, to the hunting, to the environment within the land of Oros, Primal simply makes you embody the life of a caveman named Takkar back in 10.000 BCE, and boy does it feel amazing. Every mission, encounter, or outpost makes you feel badass, and quite frankly taps right into the game's namesake: it makes you feel PRIMAL. If youre a fan of the other games in the Far Cry series, or even if not- give Far Cry Primal a shot. All in all, fantastic game right here. 10/10

Beautiful game, with a different feel from the other Far Cry games. Nice story, cool missions, unique theme. I enjoyed it! The third party launcher is just not practical.

older game but plays like every other ubisoft game, somewhat lame and boring as well as time consuming

This game is a very good game what I like and dislike about this game is that the game has very good graphics for the time is was made. The game plays very well and has no glitches that i have found over the time I have played it. The game is hard at times but that makes the game more fun in my opinion. Things I don't like about the game is that the animals are sometimes very hard to kill and they will come up to you and kill you while you are trying to do a main story quest or a side quest. Another thing that I disliked was how they spoke a different language I know that it makes the game feel accurate to the older times of human history but for kids that are trying the game out and can barely read this could make it harder for them to figure out what to do but that's all I got to say about the game.

I was really looking forward to playing Far Cry Primal, but unfortunately, I couldn't enjoy it at all. For some reason, the game only runs in Russian on my system, and there’s no clear option to change the language. Since I don’t speak or understand Russian, I couldn’t follow the story, objectives, or even basic menu options. It completely ruined the experience for me. I don’t mind games in other languages when there are subtitles or language settings, but here it felt like I was locked out of the entire narrative. What’s the point of a story-driven game if you can’t understand anything? Visually, the game looks fine, but if you can’t interact properly or understand what’s happening, it just becomes frustrating. Until there’s a clear fix or language setting option, I can’t recommend Far Cry Primal to non-Russian speakers.

It’s Far Cry, but everyone forgot how to talk. You don’t get guns, but you do get a pet saber tooth tiger, which is basically the same thing if you squint hard enough.

I have played this game time after time for many years and every time I play it I have just as much fun each time. Thank you Ubisoft for releasing such good games all time. i loving playing your games.

Brilliant game of survival and exploration. I like the Far Cry series but this is my favorite. I play on the harder Survival mode with the Second Chance option enabled, where 2 consecutive "deaths" requires starting over.

9/10 – "Ooga Booga Skyrim with less pants" Thought I was playing Far Cry, ended up grunting at people, taming an owl with night vision, and yeeting flaming spears at dudes named “Udam.” Accidentally threw a beehive, caused a tribal war. Lit myself on fire 37 times. Rode a sabertooth like it was Uber Mammoth. My owl airstrikes harder than a CoD killstreak. No guns. Just rocks, vibes, and primal rage. Would grunt again. 🗿🔥🦴 WENJA STRONK.

I love the game. probably my 2nd most favourite of far cry series. I finished permadeath, it was great but I dont recommend the game because the game has many issues NOW New Ubisoft cluelessly broke the game after they added achievements and updated new survivor/permadeath mode. - Slow Motion I had slow motion issues, max 60 fps. I turned off the v-sync, I still had slowmotion in some cutscenes. - New Ubisoft force you to be online to play an offline game you must have connection to play this offline game. what a joke this ubish*t connect There are many more issues in the Dicussion: Player Support all these so called devs won't fix anything. they just ask the same thing about pc specs, gpu drivers, refresh rate and redirect you into ubish*t website without any solution.

“Before guns, before empires — survival was personal.” Far Cry® Primal is the boldest detour in the series to date, dropping players into the Stone Age — long before radio towers, flamethrowers, or psychotic warlords. Set in 10,000 BCE, it trades high-tech tools for spears and sabertooths, delivering a primitive but surprisingly rich survival adventure that thrives on atmosphere and innovation. You are Takkar, a hunter from the Wenja tribe who rises from lone wanderer to leader in the harsh land of Oros. As you gather allies, tame beasts, and wage war against rival tribes (the savage Udam and fire-worshiping Izila), your journey becomes one of survival, unity, and legacy. The narrative is simple but effective, driven more by world-building than deep character arcs. Every line of dialogue is spoken in a constructed prehistoric language, which adds authenticity but creates a bit of narrative distance at times. The real story here is about how you shape the world and lead your people — not just what happens in cutscenes. Far Cry Primal completely reinvents the series’ formula while staying true to its sandbox roots: Melee-Driven Combat: Spears, clubs, and bows replace firearms, and combat becomes intimate, brutal, and risky. Taming Beasts: Takkar can tame animals — from wolves to sabertooth tigers and cave bears — and command them in battle. It’s one of the game’s most enjoyable and strategic features. Crafting-Focused Progression: Every weapon, pouch, and upgrade must be crafted using resources found in the wild — promoting exploration and immersion. Tribe Building: Recruit specialists, upgrade your village, and unlock new abilities and gear by expanding your influence. Stealth plays a huge role, with nighttime hunts and predator-dodging requiring smart thinking and sharp senses. However, some of the missions can feel repetitive, especially over time, due to limited enemy variety and objective types. Oros is stunning — a lush, untamed land of forests, frozen peaks, and sun-drenched valleys. It feels alive, with dynamic weather, day-night cycles, and a food chain that plays out in real time. The sound design is superb — ambient wildlife, tribal chants, crackling fires — all backed by a primal score of drums, flutes, and throat-singing that creates a hypnotic tone. Without modern music or spoken languages, the game still conveys emotion and danger beautifully. Far Cry® Primal is a bold experiment that mostly works. It’s slower-paced, more immersive, and deeply atmospheric — a survivalist’s dream wrapped in Far Cry DNA. While it lacks the bombast and narrative punch of entries like Far Cry 3 or 4, it replaces that with a unique setting, memorable mechanics, and a refreshing focus on raw survival. It may not be for everyone, but those who embrace its rhythm will find a rich, rewarding experience far from the modern chaos of the rest of the series. Recommended For: Fans of survival games, players looking for something unique in the FPS genre, and anyone fascinated by prehistory. Avoid If: You prefer fast-paced gunplay, complex storytelling, or modern tech-based gameplay. Far Cry Primal is a beautifully brutal journey back to the beginning — a creative risk that pays off more often than not. Rating: 9/10

Would probably be a good game, but with no controller support it's a complete waste of money.

Game was fine with immortal enemies only occasionally until fight with batari where it's so broken that it's almost impossible to kill her

Hands down my favorite Far Cry game. I have no idea if this game did well or not but man, I want more of this.

The game sucks. I don't want melee combat, or controlling animals, or building villages, or any of the rest of it. This isn't Far Cry... this just sucks.

Stupid h0mo-sapiens (you and your tribe) vs advanced h0mo-sapiens and neandertales. Def one of the best Far Cry games i've played

if u dont know how adventure games work.. WASD for movement & "C is for fuckin Crouch". MKC BHAI GAME START NHI HUA PEECHE SE MAMMOTH NE AAKR GAAND MAARDI. JO MERI GAAND FATI BC!! 🙄

Obviously, the Farcry franchise tends to be repetitive, but I've really enjoyed this one.

fun game to play and love the caveman setting

fun game to come back and complete again