The Struggle is Real: Far Cry 5 or God of War?

COGconnected: The very real struggle of picking one new game to play, and just what it means to have to try and make the right decision along the way.

[fenome]

I picked up Far Cry just for something to mess around in while I wait for God of War. It's been fun, I haven't played on since Far Cry 3, so I'm not burnt out on the formula. Time is still moving way too freaking slow though, the 20th needs to hurry up already!!

[Xenophon_York]

Between God of War and Infinity War I feel as though time is stuck on the 405 two days before XMAS.

[frostypants]

https://img.buzzfeed.com/bu...

[Xenophon_York]

Whoah!

[dekke]

i pre-ordered GOW Limited Edition yday...FC5 got platinum trophy few days ago and its awsum game

[Tsar4ever01]

To me this article was pretty STUPID. Why does it have to be a STRUGGLE on which game you should choose? If you what both games, then F**KING GET BOTH GAMES!! Why does it even matters which game
you even buy 1st? If you don't care for either title than get neither, see how simple that works?

[fenome]

I know right.

[US8F]

What IF you can't afford paying $100 for each title, including tax, which one would you choose? You see how that worked out that it does make sense having an article like that. However, I do agree that an article like that is stupid. One is an open world guns game, while the other is linear viking style game. Who approves these sites anyways?

[GNCFLYER]

I'm just answering your Q.

The author states he can't justify paying for both right now, nor does he have the time to play both right now, being an adult with responsibility.

It's a weird article though, and he seems to hype FC5 up more so I dont think it's the real question he is asking.

Very different games, it's not like asking Infamous or prototype. One is multiplatform and open world, the other is exclusive and more linear.

The differences dont stop there it's just the most obvious ones.

Weird article.

[DaGR8JIBRALTAR]

Exactly.

[quiddd]

Mortgage
Kids
Bills
Car

[OB1Biker]

So the article starts with 'the following piece you are about to read is going to come off as whiny, annoying, '
OK Im done reading haha

Based on the title though I don't see where the problem could be given
1 choice is a good thing
2 they are very different games
3 still two long weeks to wait for GOW

[Kyizen]

Yeah I don't get it. If they came out on the same day maybe but there is a decent space between them. It's one of the reasons I like Sony release schedule. MS would stack everything during the holidays so it would be do I buy the new MS game or the huge 3rd party coming out, and it wouldn't just be one huge 3rd party...

[Sayai jin]

What does MS have to do with this?

[DigitalRaptor]

God of War, every day.

Far Cry 5 is just another Far Cry game.
I don't wish to minimize the hard work done by Ubisoft staff, but you could pick any of the recent ones for cheap and it follows more or less the same formula with a different background and certain deviations.

God of War is not just another God of War game.
From what we know, and according to Mr. Balrog there is no video game (let alone GoW game) that gives you the same experience.

[Gazondaily]

"From what we know, and according to Mr. Balrog there is no video game (let alone GoW game) that gives you the same experience."

What makes God of War unlike any other videogame?

[DigitalRaptor]

The first thing that comes to mind is the single-shot camera that persists throughout the entirety of the game. Pretty excited to see how well that's done and how it helps create an uninterrupted flow of gameplay and story. https://www.youtube.com/wat...

But I was basing that particular part of my comment on what the creative director chose to say about his game, and I guess I trust him.

[Gazondaily]

Over the shoulder camera aka Ryse and many other games? I don't think that's unique at all? It's just a camera angle too.

[Hardiman]

He's not talking about the camera angle but the continuous shot from start to end credits. That's very difficult to do hence why Square Enix said no for Tomb Raider. It's really unheard of. That on top of the fact it's being made by Santa Monica and is a beloved series that's going in an entirely new direction makes it news worthy and unlike any other video game!

[firelogic]

It's not just an over the shoulder camera. The entire game takes place with one single shot. That means there are no fades to black. There are no cuts between one location to another. There are no loading screens. From the moment you start the game to the end credits, there are no interruptions. They use one camera and it never shuts off. I've seen it done in movies but doesn't happen a lot in games.

Of course if you die or quit the game there are cuts but that's obvious.

[bluefox755]

The entire game was shot in one camera take. No cuts, no loading screens. I can't think of another game that has done that.

[The7Reaper]

@Septic The single shot camera is not the same as the over the shoulder camera dude lol

[The Wood]

Lol. . . .all of the above

[RememberThe357]

I would assume that same sort of things that separate most great games from the rest. Exectusion, feel, immersion, all that nuanced shit you're fully capable of comprehending.

[Gazondaily]

"It's not just an over the shoulder camera. The entire game takes place with one single shot. "

Oh I didn't know this. My bad. So no cutscenes then? Or they blend from the shot into a cutscene and back to the shot?

[kevnb]

I’m not sure the camera always following the action really makes the game any better or worse. The previous games were pretty poor story telling wise (and the voice acting was laughable at times) but cool things happened in cut scenes to make up for it.
What I’m worried about is that the original formula was Jaffes baby, but let’s see what Barlog can do on his own.

[DigitalRaptor]

I appreciate you owning up to not knowing what I was talking about, but c'mon dude.

There was a purpose to me posting that video, which explained it all.

[masterfox]

What makes God of War unlike any other videogame?

Answer: Kratos.

:)
here let me give you more examples what I mean:
What makes Metal Gear Solid game unlike any other videogame?
answer: Solid Snake
What makes Devil May Cry game unlike any other videogame?
answer: Dante
What makes a Zelda game unlike any other videogame?
answer: Link
and now:
What makes a Farcry game unlike any other videogame?
answer: hmmm killing for fur I guess? XD

See the difference ? ;)

[Forn]

What makes this God of War different than any other game?

1. The care taken with the game world as far as the setting. Using Old Norse language in the soundtrack. Encountering Norse God's and characters from Norse Mythology all interwoven into a unique and epic new story.
2. Continuous camera with no cuts.
3. Unique combat systems that haven't been implemented the same way in any other third-person game.
4. Unique puzzles that require teamwork between Atreus and Kratos.
5. Semi-open world with completely fresh and unique locations to explore.

This is just a few examples.

[CrimsonWing69]

You might need to do research on the game before you make a comment, just sayin’ is all.

[Ceaser9857361]

Someone explain Septic the Meaning of Single shot camera, No cut camera... Lmao!
Okay here is a small piece what Single shot camera means.. And stop talking about Ryse puhleeez! Some people are comparing Ryse with GOW. Good lord.. Anyways check out the video its from Dare devil Season 1

https://youtu.be/B66feInucF...

[Critic4l_Strik3]

dude...Septic cmon...

[bouzebbal]

Your opinions are worse and worse.
I just hope it's on purpose to get attention. I really hope so

[Gazondaily]

^^ And what do you add? I asked a question. Someone clarified and I acknowledged my oversight? That's what adults do.

[GTgamer]

" And what do you add? I asked a question. Someone clarified and I acknowledged my oversight? That's what adults do."

SOOOOOOOO you expect us to believe this the first time you heard of the single shot set up for GOW mannnnn Get outta here, like seriously just stop.

[ZombieKiller]

The fact that you dismiss it as "Far Cry 5 is just another Far Cry game" tells me you didn't play it. It's better than all the other games in the series and although similar, it's very different as well. You should try it if you like the series even a little. Something tells me you don't though

[gangsta_red]

"From what we know,"

But we don't know, because none of us has played it yet.

"Balrog there is no video game (let alone GoW game) that gives you the same experience"

What experience is that? You're being extremely vague and cryptic.

[bigmalky]

Considering he's refused to give spoilers, is very secetive about story and some mechanics and has sent out review copies 2 weeks early, I'd say there's something special there.

That last one is a good tell that the game is going to be something amazing.

[ILostMyMind]

Barlog*

[DigitalRaptor]

@ Gangta_red

Vague and cryptic?

Anyone with a modicum of interest in the game knows exactly what I'm talking about. It's not my fault you decide not to have a clue what you're talking about when it comes to Sony's exclusive games. I'm not here to appease the ignorant, especially not somebody who was obtuse and utterly denialist when I gave him facts about Uncharted 4 that he didn't want to hear.

Cory Balrog and company have presented lots of information about the game so far in a number of ways, which proves that it's not *just* another God of War game, but an overhaul of what the series once was. Whether it's combat, the gameplay as a whole, the mythology, the camera, the characterisation, level design and structure of the world, or the size and length of the game. It's a rather huge difference. There are well over a dozen previews from people who have played the first 2-3 hours of the game and touch on what is the same and what is different and talk about all of this stuff. You clearly care more about disagreeing with me than seeking the truth.

In terms of "experience" I already explained to Septic about the single-shot, no-cut camera and I also said that it was the director of the game that said this... these words were not mine. I guess we'll find out how deeply unique of an experience this is, and in what way, when the reviews come out in 4 days. ;)
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@ ILostMyMind

Goddamnit. I knew his name is Barlog - typo :)

[Ceaser9857361]

Well there is a Video regarding how they did the single shot camera. So its true..

https://youtu.be/l_RpwPcfhB...

[Jaypi03]

@Digital Raptor, it seems like you said a whole bunch of nothing. Yes the single shot camera is cool, but you didn't actually list many new features. In truth while God of War is likely to be a fantastic experience pushing it as something we've never seen before based on what we've seen so far, seems a bit ridiculous. RPG elements? Over the shoulder camera? AI companion? Compelling story? Old character returning? Length? The characterization (we know nothing about yet) It's all stuff we've seen before in games so lets not act like it's a whole new experience.

That said i'm hyped for the game, getting it day one, but i'm not going to pretend it's more than what it is until I get my hands on it. To your point, I guess it is different from other God of War games, but until we play it, it's all up in the air.

[DigitalRaptor]

@ Jaypi03

A game doesn't need a whole suite of new features to be considered a game unlike any other. So looks like the point went completely over your head. The single-shot camera is kind of a testament to this claim alone, but you want more? Doesn't need it. I quoted Cory Barlog who said that he believes there's no other game out there that gives you the same experience as this new God of War. If what they're trying to build for the player through a no-cut camera that enables an uninterrupted flow of gameplay and story, ends up making it a unique experience like no other then that is an amazing accomplishment.

Anyway, my initial comment was expressing my opinion about which game I would choose, because Far Cry is just another game in the series that follows the same formula and doesn't deviate much, whereas God of War is an overhaul and completely different to the old games and something new. That is why I would choose it if I had to.

[chiefJohn117]

So a camera shot is the difference? 😑
Oh that's a must play right there

[Ceaser9857361]

Ya thats a must play and not only for the camera shot diff. But alot of things.. Cory and the rest of his team have explained alot. The Previewers shared their experiences too..

[DigitalRaptor]

I'm not to blame that you are ignorant to what that flow can bring to the experience. I understand though, you're clearly not interested.

[joab777]

Very well said! There is no comparison. If GoW released against RDR2, then we might have a real choice in our hands. But a GoW with a story, actual customization and rpg elements, a one shot cinematic experience in glorious 4k, brutal combat and the rememergence of an iconic character.

Nuff said!

[chrisoadamson]

Looks very like Lord of the rings combat to me . Nothing new

[Gazondaily]

Just watched your video. My bad- I didnt look at it before. I get it now. Its very impressive.

[KickSpinFilter]

Looks great, first looks look very promising and getting great previews. But time will tell.

[Hardiman]

I'm playing FarCry 5 now but on 4/20 it's all things God of War!

[Thethinbeast1]

On ps4 I can have both!

[Abnor_Mal]

Fact!

[bloodybutcherblocked]

Uhmm...no, you cannot. At least according to the disagrees. Gotta love n4g

[Blu3_Berry]

Why not both. It's not like these games are/were launching closely together.

[Eidolon]

"adult responsibilities". But I GUARANTEEE 99% of people/consumers can cut down on certain expense habits and save $60 a month. No fucking question. If you're struggling and still buying new games(well then probably stop buying new games), then you can struggle more(bypassing addictions/habits) and afford another one if you truly want it, if gaming really is your thing. Question may be value, I think GoW takes the cake on that. 25-35 for the average joe, and 43-50 for full completion, more immersive and probably better story telling. It's the kind of game I think will take you away from those responsibilities for the short time you have with it per session.

[BLAKHOODe]

Treat yo self! and buy both.

[OffRoadKing]

https://fortheloveofwineand...

[PurplePeopleEaters]

Why not BOTH?

[bluefox755]

Lol, what? Is that a serious question?

[1xcalibur1]

This is stupid. Get both of them ffs!

[Skankinruby]

Is this a joke?

[dripdrop30]

I mean, it's all about personal preferences. Personally I would choose God of War, but again, that's my preference.

[Mr Lahey]

I'm so gonna get FC5! Just after i platinumed GoW. 😎

[AspiringProGenji]

Get a Job

End of struggle

[RememberThe357]

...or just the beginning.

[BlackTar187]

Lol just the beginning is right.

[Skuletor]

That job would take away from precious gaming time ; )

[bloodybutcherblocked]

Got a job. Got also unpaid bills from my unemployment time, which I have to pay now on top of my regular bills. Not to mention child support. Saving money for holiday and other crap. It ain't as easy as you seem to think

[mafiahajeri]

GOW is a home cooked meal whereas Far cry is a microwave meal 😁 not too hard of a decision xD

[BenRC01]

Both. Now go and find smething real to write about. So sick of crappy opinion pieces.

[Abnor_Mal]

If you only have one console then the choice is obvious. One of the games does not even require a console to be able to play.

[Skuletor]

I've sunk over 15 hours in Far Cry 5 so far, I'm sure I'll be able to finish FC5's campaign before God of War releases and if not, I'll just switch between the two games occasionally.

[Cajun Chicken]

Both. As it is, these two games aside from Shadow of the Tomb Raider seem to be the only big NEW confirmed game releases with any buzz this year. Although early, this year seems to be a really poor year for gaming releases unless E3 unleashes a lot of Q4 releases.

Farcry 5 is so much fun, pretty much what you expect from a Farcry game since the soft reboot that was 3, in tone and trippy themes, but somehow plays completely different than 4 was to 3. It's actually more like a first person Just Cause 3.

[VersusDMC]

Spiderman, Detroit, smash bros, red dead, KH3 plus yearly regulars like COD, BattleField. June and July are the only dead months for me. I might do some work overtime to afford this fall. :)

[Cajun Chicken]

I have a very bad feeling about Detroit. I really hope it's more Heavy Rain and less Beyond: Two Souls. Yeah, I forgot about Spiderman, that's Insomniac, they never misfire.

Personally, I want another 2016 of gaming. That year was just incredible for games. I pretty much only remember Horizon Zero Dawn being standout from last year. Because it was just such an unexpected surprise and turn of direction from Guerrilla.

[gangsta_red]

This is why Gamefly is a God send.

The only problem I have is which game do I want sent first.

[Skuletor]

Maybe the one that's already released?

[gangsta_red]

Too many games at the moment. No need to rush.

[Yohshida]

play now or wait 2 weeks?

[Nyxus]

God of War for me. I can get Far Cry 5 later.

[Knushwood Butt]

Same here, I still want FC4...

[Darkwatchman]

You mean the games that launched a whole month apart??? Wow, they’re so competing against each other..../s

[VersusDMC]

They are a month apart... the real struggle is yakuza 6 and GOW. Days apart. Two games that I need to play right away to avoid spoilers. :(

[Elda]

I've never played a FC game but thinking of picking it up once I start my lengthy summer vac from work,I'm playing several games until GOW drops.

[ZombieKiller]

Both. I already beat Far Cry 5...and am more than ready for God of War. If you can't or simply won't beat the game that fast, can't they both co-exist? I picked up Far Cry 5 because it came a month + before God of War. That way I can pass the time until GOW. They are different so much in fact that they can co-exist and I don't think that you would get bored of one while playing the other.

[nucky64]

if I had to pick just one? GoW4.....and it's not a hard question at all.

[RGB]

As a PS4 owner, I can enjoy both. Waiting for Far Cry in the post, will be getting God of War at launch night.

[Youngindy21]

I'd pick God of War. I never was a fan of the Far Cry games as I found them to be boring. Open-world first person shooters are just not my cup of tea.

[Cmoney007]

What? Here is the answer......
If you like Far Cry games, then you buy a Far Cry game!
If you like a GOW game, then you buy a GOW!
If you like both, then you buy both!
If you do not have the money for both and you really want one of them, then pick the one you want the most!
What exactly is hard about that?

[Father__Merrin]

The winners here are PS4 owners as they have the choice on the shelfs for both.

[Brave_Losers_Unite]

Hmm... Tough decision.. Opps! I thought it was between God of War and Spiderman

[ILostMyMind]

😂😂😂

[PhantomS42]

They are like a month apart so both :)

[stokedAF]

The struggle of too many options is the definition of a first world problem lol. I say both, no problem. I have been more excited about god of war though. I’m enjoying FC5 so far.

[killswitch80]

pretty easy struggle for me. I am done with Far Cry 5 and I will be picking up Extinction and God of War next week...man life is hard.

[zb1ftw777]

Both.

The End.

[OGzeus]

god of war GG Ez

[ILostMyMind]

Easy choice for me, GoW. I don't like FPS.

But i get it, the life If PS users is hard, there are many games and little time and money.

[masterfox]

hahahahaha this is not even questionable, God of War is the logic reason to buy, Farcry is just another kinda entertaining game as all the other Farcry games, to put it more simple:

God of War series = Legendary, memorable games.
Farcry = just a meh game.

Don't get me wrong Farcry series are fun but with a just very very forgettable experience.

[reaper602]

BOTH! End of story!

[CrimsonWing69]

God of War

[SixFragz]

So this is basically an article for PS4 owners, and PS4 owners know the answer to this silly question. I'm sure I don't need to say the answer.

Redundant article. Carry on.

[TheOttomatic91]

Why not both?

[WeAreLegion]

Both. God of War if you HAVE to choose, but FC5 is a really fun game. Especially if you're like me and you want to create maps.

[Jeff257]

I chose God Of War and I can get FC5 on sale at a later date. Got to put down a pre-order for Spider-Man Digital deluxe and Detroit Become Human too.

[J-DARKnes]

God of war for me, far cry can wait.

[Miss_Vixen]

Definitely God of War anyday.

[OffRoadKing]

I already got FC5 and will picking up GOW day one, struggle averted. But for those who can only do one or the other I'd say GOW for sure.

[CyberRekkr]

I got Far Cry 5 because it look good and it is, But not to many games can compete with god of war!

[Zerobalance]

Simple don't buy either of them...yet. Buy Sea of Thieves you will have a blast & it is only £7.99 so in a few months GOW & FC5 will be discounted & you can pick them up then. That is what lm doing with AC origin. Just wait & get in half price.

[ILostMyMind]

Why someone would pay 7.99 for a unfinished f2p game?

[PizzaSteve]

I never bought a FC game. Never been interested in them.
I played all the past GOW games so the new GOW is a day 1 buy.

[zodiac909]

To even THINK of comparing God Of War to something as mediocre as Far Cry is insultive. But then I remembered it's the weekend, where N4G articles are wack on most weekends. ;)

[bigmalky]

The thing I usually do, is buy the game I want most... God of War pre-ordered in this case. I clear my backlog while I wait for release, and pick up games like Far Cry and Assassin's Creed in Christmas sales.

I get good games I neglected completed, I get the most awesome games on release day, and I get the games I'm on the fence about for a reduced price, usually completely patched and without day one bugs.

Try it, it's great for losing the stress of games you have still to beat when there's more than one want on the horizon.

[Profchaos]

It's not like the games are only on sale for one day if you're budget doesn't budget for more than one then but one finish it and buy the other later. Never got these articles.

Personally I think of you shop around you can get a good price on both the base editions of these titles

[frostypants]

The new GoW may not be a new IP but the gameplay looks like a whole new take on it. Far Cry 5 is a good game but it's...well...it's Far Cry. If I had to choose I'd go with GoW.

[Segata]

Neither. Yakuza 6.

[The_Jackel]

I've got far cry 5 already and have yakuza 6 and GOW pre ordered.

[frostypants]

Ah yes, the best possible answer: "all of the above".

[joab777]

Is this a real question? I grabbed No No Kuni while I wait for GoW. And chances are if ya grabbed FC5, you will be bored of f it by 4/20. Even if you aren’t, these 2 games aren’t in the same stratosphere.

GoW is a DAY 1 game (well, unless you will be on vacation on a beach somewhere lol!). FC5 is something ya might grab when there’s downtime. Though I haven’t made it more than 20 hrs through a FC games since FC2 because they are so damn repetitive.

[ILostMyMind]

English isn't my language so, is that "ya" something common where you live? Serious question.

[mayberry]

God of War...Day One!

[Bhai]

Oooh... get a PS4 and you can have both ;) !!!

[The_Jackel]

get a ps4 and you can have yakuza 6 as well

[Bhai]

AND Ni No Kuni II for that matter ;) ... right now that is !...

[MADGameR]

Let's be honest people. God of War is the bigger game. Yall just scared of being labeled a fanboy. God of War is better than FC5

[Markusb33]

Both if you have a job

[ILostMyMind]

... and chose the right console.

[IGiveHugs2NakedWomen]

Far Cry 5? Is this guy serious?

[D3athc3ll]

Why not both?
Or if you can only afford 1 then ez pz = GOW

[PATR1CKSOMMER]

If you can only choose one.. it's not a choice, 100% God of War

[seanpitt23]

I was on the fence about farcry 5 until I saw the comparisons between FC2 and FC5 and the 10 year old game had just about every game mechanic superior to FC5 and it seemed like I wasn't missing out much and I think I was right.
Just counting the days until god of war this is a day one purchase for me regardless.

[BioDead]

Why not both?

[TheEroica]

Wait for a sale and get both!

[GoodnessGreatness]

Get both but if you just have to pick one, get god of war then get farcry 5 on sale

[hiawa23]

Both for me

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[gammaray13]

are you even serious, there is no comparison its God of War all the way, you cant and shouldn't even put these games in the same sentence

[jokerisalive]

God of War.....not even close imo.

[TheGamingArt]

It's not a debate, God of War.

[Avengerz43]

I'll have 5 beat before GoW releases

[KickSpinFilter]

Think I'm gonna sit on Farcry, just cuz Ubisoft games need at least two months out in the wild to see what your truly getting. God of War at launch or at least a few days after reviews start to come in, have it on preorder but I can wait 5 days before Bestbuy releases the hold. Win, win.

[CaptainOmega]

I like God of War alot. It's a franchise that is evolving and becoming a powerhouse.

[Naji4Me]

Farcry is yearly Game
GOW once everly 3 to 4 Years
I'm feed up from UBI Games.

[FyBy]

No struggle. God of war ! :-D

[Tototot]

Ni no kuni 2 revenant kingdom.

[finite]

Neither Ni NO Kuni instead :)

[josh-eh]

There's been like 3 Far Cry games since the last God of War game came out, and this is a soft reboot for the franchise. I'll take God of War.. and wait till Far Cry 5 is 12 dollars on PS Plus in two years :)

[BadElf]

Fsr cry 5 because you know.....its out. Its fun as well onviously. God of war....we dont know enough about it. Then get GoW eventually. Stop making articles like this and just purchase both gsmes at some point. WOW!

[DillyDilly]

I will get both in sales at the end of the year

[chaos-emeralds]

GOW COLLECTORS EDITION of course. Pre ordered mine a while back, sold out now by the looks of it. Will only go up in value too like the HZD one.