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Propaganda Machine
Far Cry 4

Propaganda Machine

Learn how to tackle the Propaganda Machine mission in Far Cry 4. This guide covers using the grappling hook, dealing with enemies, and disabling the transmitter.

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Learn how to tackle the Propaganda Machine mission in Far Cry 4. This guide covers using the grappling hook, dealing with enemies, and disabling the transmitter.

Alright, so you've got a mission called "Propaganda Machine" and Ajay's talking about climbing a Bell Tower to take over some transmitters. Think of it like the radio towers from Far Cry 3 – you gotta get to the top and shut 'em down. Doing this will reveal some nearby locations and unlock new side missions, which is pretty sweet.

First off, head towards the objective marker. You'll get a heads-up to check out an accident site just off the main road. This is where you'll find your trusty grappling hook. Give it a whirl right there, using the same spot to climb up to the ledge above. Next up, you'll need to use the grapple to swing across a gap. You'll be seeing these grapple points a lot, and they're super handy for getting around faster.

The next grapple point involves a bit of a swing. While you're mid-air, hold down the grapple button to latch onto the next spot, which lets you climb up to the ledge. If you mess up and fall, don't sweat it – there are usually other grapple points you can use to climb back up. You'll soon find yourself right in front of the tower. Now, Sabal might have said it's clear, but there are actually a few enemies hanging around.

Here's a little trick: see that beehive right in front of you? Give it a shot! It'll take out a few of those guys for you. After that, clean up any remaining enemies and make your way inside the tower. Most of these towers follow a similar pattern: you'll climb stairs, use ropes to get up ledges, break through wooden barriers, and smash some boxes. Once you finally reach the top, just interact with the radio to destroy it and you'll wrap up the mission.

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