Introduction: The Frustration of the "Exclusive" Tag
Once unlocked, equip the Extended Magazine and Suppressor at any workbench. The AJM 9 then outperforms most assault rifles in close to medium range. Happy hunting. Have another method for unlocking the AJM 9 without Uplay? Share it in the comments below. For more Far Cry 4 guides, including how to get the Harpoon Gun without DLC, check out our related articles.
The clear winners for players avoiding Uplay exclusives are the (for purists who want a legit playthrough) and the Arena exploit (for those who want to bypass story requirements). Part 8: Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will I get banned for using the Arena exploit or save file? A: No. Far Cry 4 has no anti-cheat for single-player. Ubisoft has never penalized players for unlocking weapons through in-game glitches. Q: Does the AJM 9 count toward the "Well-Rounded" achievement (all weapons)? A: Yes, but only the base game weapons. The AJM 9 is considered a bonus weapon. You can get 100% completion without it. Q: I completed "Death From Above" perfectly, but no AJM 9. Why? A: You likely missed a hidden alarm. The game treats radio operator kills as "alarm triggers" if they yell before dying. Restart the mission and prioritize taking out the lone guard on the eastern hill first. Q: What’s better – AJM 9 or the A-99 (Skorpion)? A: AJM 9 has better range and tighter hip-fire spread. A-99 has slightly higher rate of fire. For stealth, AJM 9 wins due to suppressor compatibility. Conclusion: You Don’t Need Uplay Exclusives The AJM 9 is one of the finest weapons in Far Cry 4 , but it should never be locked behind a defunct Uplay rewards system. Whether you choose the honorable path through Longinus’s silent challenge, the clever route via the Arena side-bet glitch, or the quick PC save swap, you can wield this folding murder-machine without ever logging into Uplay or purchasing a single piece of DLC.
Released in 2014, Far Cry 4 remains a fan favorite for its chaotic open-world gameplay, memorable villain Pagan Min, and the dense Himalayan setting of Kyrat. However, for players diving into the game years after launch—especially those who purchased the standard edition on Steam, Epic Games, or console discs—one persistent question haunts the arsenal completionists: How do I get the AJM 9 pistol without Uplay exclusive offers?
Ubisoft may have forgotten to update the unlock conditions, but the dedicated Far Cry community has preserved these methods. Now go forth, liberate Kyrat, and empty a 50-round magazine into Pagan Min’s royal guard with your legally acquired AJM 9.
