Far Cry Demo - Hard

[bob943]

Has anyone else been finding the Far Cry demo too hard? I'm playing on the medium settings, and no matter how I try to move across the island, I get overwhelmed. I try sniping and waiting, storming, sneaking - same result of me dead. If I try swimming to another island, the 'copter comes and blasts me.

Nice graphics and effects, I just can't get going on it.

[germanNiklas]

yes it IS hard, enemys are smart and they shoot very good
even on easy mode i had my problems :(

[MadPistol]

I can't beat that level either. I absolutely love the lush vegitation, but I can't beat the darn level. It's so freakin hard! :r

[richard_cocks]

it gets tricky but the best thing is just to head for the vehicle and drive around using that as cover (til you accidentally waste it ;( )

the AI is good but not unbeatable, you can get them into positions where they will miss a lot, also I found the pistol supprisingly effective.

[rusty4x4]

"...also I found the pistol supprisingly effective."

Yes - even at range... which is of course, not realistic for most real-life shooters.

The most effective strategy that's worked for me is a combination of tactics: Snipe from cover/distance, and attempt headshots each time so no wasted ammo. Also, if possible to eliminate those with longer range weapons first (i.e., M16s; and there is one counter-sniper that I know of. But HIM I go after with a knife :x from behind). As with any attack, the approach is important.

Once the high-power rifle ammo is depleted, then switch to M16 while enemy is closing, and hammer them at a distance from cover. When there are but one or two left, finish them off with the P90 - usually with a flanking maneuver. If there's a cluster (near the foot of the temple(?) stairs), and you're close enough for a good toss, a few nades to decimate, then close with M16 or P90.

I avoid the vehicles, because IMO they're bot-magnets. It took a little bit to get the hang of the bot movements at Medium and Hard, but as Richard said, the game's not unbeatable.

[One_Inch_MAN]

yeah i found it hard to

[cbh]

Go to www.filefront.com and you will find the latest add-on for the demo. It just add a few textures and details with an extra stage.

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