ing scope and variety, a first-person shooter that combines stealth, exploration, driving, swimming, all-out combat, and wild-animal hunting... and somehow manages to make it all work together. It's gorgeous to behold and even better in action, and it shines brightest on PC, where you can see it in all its high-resolution glory. (And some easy-to-use mods let you further tailor the experience.) Far Cry 3 is a wild ride, and one well worth taking.P

A Good Match for: People who love open-world games, completionists, tiger-haters, virtual tourists.P

Not for Those Who Want: A serious story, great multiplayer or interesting co-op, a game about how fun-loving and friendly tigers are.