5 Games like Far Cry® 5 on Nintendo Switch that you should try

On paper it is what Far Cry® 5 is — strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. Both also lean on exploration and discovery, and multiplayer gameplay. The distance is in visuals and progression — its own ground is loot and gear systems, and a third-person camera.

Shelved next to Far Cry® 5 for good reason: open world exploration, melee combat and multiplayer gameplay. Both also lean on exploration and discovery, and a first-person view. The distance is in tone and visuals — its own ground is dark, oppressive atmosphere and tactical combat.

If Far Cry® 5 worked for you because of strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat, the same is here. To that it adds exploration and discovery, and multiplayer gameplay. They part company on visuals and game mode: this one brings single-player focus and a third-person camera.

The genre is the same as Far Cry® 5’s, and with it strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat. To that it adds exploration and discovery, and co-op play. They part company on visuals and combat: this one brings dark, oppressive atmosphere and single-player focus.

Same family as Far Cry® 5: strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat. Both also lean on exploration and discovery, and multiplayer gameplay. The distance is in visuals and combat — its own ground is a casual, approachable feel and single-player focus.