What Far Cry 4 Ending is Canon?

The Far Cry 4 ending that is considered canon is the Resist ending, as confirmed by the game’s developers, where Ajay teams up with Pagan Min to take down their would-be allies, offering a unique twist to the traditional Far Cry narrative. This ending adds depth to the story, exploring the complex relationship between Ajay and Pagan Min, and sets the stage for potential future storylines within the Far Cry franchise.

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Endings

1. What happens in the secret ending of Far Cry 4? If you wait for Pagan Min to return, he reveals himself not to be as bad as initially thought, allowing Ajay to spread his mother’s ashes next to his half-sister Lakshmana’s ashes, showcasing a more humane side to his character.
2. Can you kill both Amita and Sabal? Yes, after either killing Pagan Min or letting him fly away, you can find and kill both Amita and Sabal in their respective locations, Thirta for Amita and the Jalendu Temple for Sabal.
3. Where is Sabal after the Far Cry 4 ending? If you sided with Sabal, he can be found at the Jalendu Temple, where you previously had to make a choice involving the temple.

Character Relationships and Motivations

4. Is Pagan Min your father? No, Pagan Min is not Ajay’s biological father; he is the father of Ajay’s half-sister, Lakshmana. Mohan Ghale is Ajay’s biological father.
5. Why does Pagan Min want Ajay? Pagan Min wanted to give Ajay the throne but first wanted to see what he was made of, indicating Pagan saw potential in Ajay that others, like Amita and Sabal, did not.
6. Does Pagan Min love Ajay? Pagan Min treats Ajay with a form of affection, similar to a son, and has a transferred affection for Ajay from his love for Ajay’s mother, Ishwari.

Game Mechanics and Choices

7. Should I shoot Pagan Min? The choice to shoot Pagan Min or not depends on the player’s preference, but not shooting him leads to a unique ending where Pagan and Ajay have a moment of mutual understanding.
8. Can I kill Sabal after the ending? Yes, Sabal can be killed after the story ends, and doing so may affect the in-game world, such as Sabal losing power if Amita is alive.
9. Should I shoot Amita or not? The choice to kill Amita or not affects the game’s world; if Sabal is alive, he will seize power after her death, showing the political dynamics at play in Kyrat.

Story and Characters

10. Who is the real villain in Far Cry 4? Pagan Min is often considered the primary antagonist due to his role as the dictator of Kyrat, but the game’s narrative allows for a nuanced interpretation of his character and actions.
11. What happened to Pagan Min after Far Cry 4? Pagan Min’s fate after Far Cry 4 is left ambiguous, with mentions in later games but no clear conclusion to his story, leaving room for speculation and potential future appearances.
12. Is Far Cry 4 based on a true story? No, Far Cry 4 is not based on a true story, although it draws inspiration from real-world locations and cultures, such as Nepal, to create its fictional setting of Kyrat.

Miscellaneous

13. How to skip the Far Cry 4 intro? Players can skip the intro by adding the -skipintro launch option in the game’s properties on Steam, bypassing the Ubisoft and Nvidia introductory sequences.
14. What does Amita want in Far Cry 4? Amita wants to free Kyrat from its traditional patriarchal system, seeking to modernize and bring about a new era for the people, even if it means radical changes like destroying the Jalendu Temple.
15. Which Far Cry has the best ending? Opinions may vary, but Far Cry 4 is often ranked among the best endings in the Far Cry series, thanks to its complex characters and the depth of its story, which explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the consequences of one’s actions.