Far Cry 4 is an action-adventure first-person shooter set in Kyrat, a fictional Himalayan country that is torn apart by a civil war. Players assume the role of Ajay Ghale, a young Kyrati-American who returns to his homeland to fulfill his mother’s dying wish. However, upon arriving, Ajay becomes embroiled in the conflict between Kyrat’s Royal Army and a rebel group called the Golden Path.

The gameplay in Far Cry 4 involves exploring Kyrat’s open world, completing missions, and battling enemy factions. Players can use a variety of weapons, such as guns and melee weapons, to fight enemies and can also use the game’s stealth mechanics to take out enemies quietly. The game also features a “wingsuit” that allows players to glide through the air and explore Kyrat’s mountainous terrain.

Far Cry 4’s lore centers around Kyrat’s tyrannical ruler, Pagan Min, and the power struggle between the Royal Army and the Golden Path. Players must decide which side to support or if they want to carve their own path and remain neutral. The game also explores themes of family, loyalty, and identity as Ajay navigates his role in Kyrat’s civil war.