1. [n]  a disappointing disparity; "it was a far cry from what he had expected"
2. [n]  distance estimated in terms of the audibility of a cry; "it's a far cry from here"

Far Cry
Enter the world of intrigue, adventure and fierce combat with Far Cry, an action-packed adventure from Ubisoft. After escorting an inquisitive journalist to a remote tropical island, Jack Carver finds himself stranded in paradise, hunted by an unrelenting team of highly trained mercenaries. As Jack, you will explore a vast island chain rendered in exquisite detail through state-of-the-art graphic technology. Outwit hordes of cunning mercenaries, snipe with precision from more than a kilometer away, and use every vehicle, weapon and strategy at your disposal to outlast the island's evils and escape with your life. This thrilling stealth-action game from Ubisoft lets you enjoy high-resolution graphics, amazing sound design, music and voice all set in massive outdoor environments and unprecedented long-range gameplay.

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