# MapGenie: FC5 Map

> The companion app for Map Genie's unofficial FC5 map

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.mapgenie.farcry5map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.mapgenie.farcry5map)

## Overview

- **ID:** `io.mapgenie.farcry5map`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Map Genie
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 62,827
- **Rating:** 4.63 / 5 (559 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.4.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-14
- **First published:** 2020-05-19
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.mapgenie.farcry5map)
- **Website:** [https://mapgenie.io/far-cry-5](https://mapgenie.io/far-cry-5)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mapgenie.io/privacy-policy](https://mapgenie.io/privacy-policy)

## Description

**MapGenie: FC5 Map** is the ultimate companion app for Far Cry 5 fans. This fan-made interactive map covers over 1000+ locations across Montana, including hidden collectibles, cult properties, prepper stashes, perk magazines, and side missions. It also supports the Lost on Mars and Hours of Darkness DLCs.

With more than 65 categories such as Hunting Areas, Baseball Cards, Vietnam Lighters, Whiskey Casks, and Clutch Nixon stunts, users can quickly search locations by name and track their progress directly within the app. The built-in progress tracker lets you mark found items and syncs smoothly with the MapGenie website, enhancing your gameplay experience. You can even personalize your map by adding notes to remember key spots. Please note, this app is an unofficial fan project and not affiliated with Ubisoft.

## Rankings

- #271,708 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `io.mapgenie.farcry5map.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find MapGenie: FC5 Map very helpful for locating collectables and enhancing their gaming experience in Far Cry 5. It is easy to use and free, with comprehensive coverage of many items and locations. However, many users report frequent map loading issues and glitches, alongside accuracy problems with some locations and missions. Some critique the app's design for poor readability and find repeated rating prompts frustrating. Despite its flaws, users generally find it a valuable companion app for the game.

### Pros

- Helps find collectables, stashes, NPCs, loot, outposts, prepper stashes, and fishing spots effectively.
- Great companion tool for gameplay to easily locate items and enhance gaming experience.
- Easy to use and facilitates exploration within Far Cry 5.
- Comprehensive coverage of many in-game locations and items needed for 100% completion.
- Free to use, with users appreciating the cost value.

### Cons

- Frequent issues with map loading, including the map not loading at all or segments greying out, requiring refreshing or zooming to fix.
- Some inaccuracies or missing locations/items, such as mixed-up stash locations, missing safes, or misplaced mission areas.
- Annoying and repetitive prompts to rate the app despite already having done so.
- Design issues making text hard to read, such as white letters on white background reducing visibility.
- Map quality is low, causing difficulty in effective use.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.mapgenie.farcry5map)