The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

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  1. Wetsen
    May 20, 2015
    10
    CDProjectRed lied alright: the consoles version doesn't run like the PC, the PC is much superior. I'm truly relieved as I feared the PC will run like the potatoes. Discard any concerns you have about graphic downgrade, the game is stunningly beautiful and with a GTX 970 I'm running a solid 60 FPS at 1080p, granted the hairworks hit the frame rates down to 40-50, but it's not really a gameCDProjectRed lied alright: the consoles version doesn't run like the PC, the PC is much superior. I'm truly relieved as I feared the PC will run like the potatoes. Discard any concerns you have about graphic downgrade, the game is stunningly beautiful and with a GTX 970 I'm running a solid 60 FPS at 1080p, granted the hairworks hit the frame rates down to 40-50, but it's not really a game changer. The game is well optimized and run great considering how big the world is and the landscape, lightning and faces details are gorgeous. As for the gameplay, it's head and shoulders above Witcher 2, very pleased especially about how smooth the combat is, and the story is so damn immersive that I have to cut this review short and get back to it. So many things to do in a truly grandiose open world grander than anything you've seen before.… Expand
  2. Pacnix
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Game is amazing, and that is for real. If you heard about downgrade .. yeah it's done , but game is beautiful ! One more thing CD Red said , they will unlock assets from 2013, so if you have min 980 gtx for 30 fps max here you go. In my opinion haters are people under 13 unable to play W3 on their pc.... sad but true.
  3. alavator
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This game apsolutly lives up to the hype! its unbolivable how beutifill atmoshetic and uniqie this game is!

    as a loyal withcer 1 and 2 fun i cant recoment the final chapter of gerald enough!
  4. Aevision
    May 20, 2015
    10
    One of the best RPG's I've had the pleasure of playing. It has really really breathtaking graphics, and I'm surprised how well it runs on my GTX 660, the card being the minimum specs but still running on high in solid 30 FPS. It's huge notch up from the trilogy's earlier games, Geralt now has emotions, as do the others, very well put up together, so all in all, the acting and dialogues areOne of the best RPG's I've had the pleasure of playing. It has really really breathtaking graphics, and I'm surprised how well it runs on my GTX 660, the card being the minimum specs but still running on high in solid 30 FPS. It's huge notch up from the trilogy's earlier games, Geralt now has emotions, as do the others, very well put up together, so all in all, the acting and dialogues are really superb. The story is really compelling, and gameplay-wise it plays really smoothly, with little minor problems being movement, for example Geralt strafes forward in a whim when you tap the buttons. The world is truly open, with satisfying content all over, the loot gets you feeling every time, not spoiling you though.

    What can I say, I love it, therefore it deserves a 'ploughing' 10/10!    … Expand
  5. wroblon
    May 20, 2015
    10
    The four year wait was worth it. Although some issues are present, such as the lack of a truly open world, the game has one of the best stories, music and graphics ever presented to players. The combat system has been improved greatly, and the sad, depressing and gray world of the Witcher 3 will challenge your moral stands more than once throughout the game.
  6. PatatasCuitas
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Probably the best open-world RPG and best RPG in 10 years. An excellent world-building, story, and choice-system. The combat system isn't as good as Dark Souls, but definitely challenging and enjoyable. As for the graphics, while downgraded, they are still stunning. A must buy if you are an RPG fan.
  7. Askold88
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, it is the best RPG in recent years. It is an amazing story and unforgettable atmosphere of the dark fantasy. I like open world is very large and comfortable, also the characters are very natural and colorful.
  8. cozmec
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Have spend a decent amout of time in the game. It is outstanding! Congradulation to all the devs! The game is refined almost to the last detail. It is by far the best game of the last decade!

    I have an Alienware X51 with GTX 670 and game runs in 35-40 FPS with all Ultra except Shadows and Hairworks.

    Things that need fixing and not so perfected:

    -Horse calling
    -Camera Control
  9. sexmachine
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Despite minor problems with camera and lack of some key bindings (maybe some patch will fix it). The game is truly wonderful. Its not most impressive graphic game, but hell its have the best graphic in open world game to date and most of all the game play is magnificent. Game run smoothly, fighting is fun. Quest have very good writing and they are quite immersive. I highly recommendedDespite minor problems with camera and lack of some key bindings (maybe some patch will fix it). The game is truly wonderful. Its not most impressive graphic game, but hell its have the best graphic in open world game to date and most of all the game play is magnificent. Game run smoothly, fighting is fun. Quest have very good writing and they are quite immersive. I highly recommended this game. Form me its 9/10 but i give extra 1+ for all that nonsense from ppl who gave 0 to 4/10. I will just finally say, that's GOTY candidate.… Expand
  10. Nithy
    May 21, 2015
    10
    This is shaping up to be one of my all time favorite games.

    Fantastic story, fantastic quest design and world design. Fun game play and gorgeous graphics.
  11. thenthomwaslike
    Jun 28, 2015
    10
    im 94 hours in and i've barely scratched the surface of all there is to do. and what's more, the stuff to do has a unique and well written story behind even the smallest sidequest. also despite a graphics downgrade controversy this is still the best looking open world game on any platform, so if thats not good enough for you im not sure what is.
  12. Johnsssj4
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Love it!! They have stayed true to what Witcher universe is about. Game looks great with day 1 patch, run pretty good on my GTX680.

    Gameplay is very good and much improved from previous games, characters feel natural and flushed out and voice animation are great :)

    Overall I love it!
  13. jcasbeer
    May 20, 2015
    10
    been working since the steam release... calling in sick again tomorrow, there's really no need for reality anymore... everything is absolutely perfect here... go ahead, buy it. it's really good... there is so much depth... every quest is thoughtful... affects my reputation, adds to the atmosphere... i must be turning into a rl witcher... i need to go make some more potions, kill some morebeen working since the steam release... calling in sick again tomorrow, there's really no need for reality anymore... everything is absolutely perfect here... go ahead, buy it. it's really good... there is so much depth... every quest is thoughtful... affects my reputation, adds to the atmosphere... i must be turning into a rl witcher... i need to go make some more potions, kill some more drowners... it was very nice talking but please don't stand too close i really dont want one of my blades to accidentally amputate anything for you.… Expand
  14. Aiden_Pearce
    May 19, 2015
    10
    there are a lot of harsh user reviews on here.. downgraded or not.. if you're sitting at 60+ fps with the hair dynamic turned on and in high/ultra settings (sli gtx strix 970), the graphics are still amazing (this is NOT the same as Watch Dogs). the combat is great. the voice acting, story.. everything so far on my 3+ hours on pc has been amazing. i don't know why people are saying it'sthere are a lot of harsh user reviews on here.. downgraded or not.. if you're sitting at 60+ fps with the hair dynamic turned on and in high/ultra settings (sli gtx strix 970), the graphics are still amazing (this is NOT the same as Watch Dogs). the combat is great. the voice acting, story.. everything so far on my 3+ hours on pc has been amazing. i don't know why people are saying it's not optimized very well... after an nvidia update, that automatically turned off one of my graphics cards.. i still got 40+ fps on ultra/high settings... after 5 min of thinking this can't be right i turned back on sli and it barely flutters under 60. lol.. why on earth are people giving it zero's on here???? smh.. i have spent prob 1000 hours on skyrim and you play this.. the level of detail that went into this game... amazing... certainly not copying and pasting.… Expand
  15. jaynebro
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Gorgeous. All consuming. Me nd the wife have done nothing but play and work is in 2 hours. Geralt is pefect, the combat engaging and unforgiving, the land is hideous and beautiful
  16. Helem
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Great game, runs well, main story and side quests are superb. I simply cant get enough. Its simply one of the best rpg ever created. Just try it and you will love it.
  17. meediocre
    Jul 25, 2015
    9
    50 hours in, and there's no end in sight. The game is beautiful, enormous and full of content. The best game world for exploring I've seen in the last few years. In fact it's almost too much - too many side-quests, too much land to cover, and characters to meet. The only area I find it slightly lacking is with the combat. In comparison with the likes of Shadow or Mordor or the Arkham50 hours in, and there's no end in sight. The game is beautiful, enormous and full of content. The best game world for exploring I've seen in the last few years. In fact it's almost too much - too many side-quests, too much land to cover, and characters to meet. The only area I find it slightly lacking is with the combat. In comparison with the likes of Shadow or Mordor or the Arkham series, Geralt's sword-play (and especially boxing skills) is somewhat slightly unsatisfying. The music is perfect, but there's not enough diversity. You end up hearing the same tracks repeated endlessly for hours, until you get to Skellige. Anyway .. what a treat this is/has been, and I'll definitely play through to the end, and most likely check out the expansions. A vast improvement on the Witcher 2, I guess there'll be incredibly high expectations on the developers for their next game.… Expand
  18. Maxson
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Barely 5 hours in and my god....most ambitious game so far for this year. Do not underestimate the scale and scope of this game, because it will devour you. The combat system is much better than the previous titles, it's much more accurate and smoother in my opinion. I don't have the best pc rig in the world, here are my specs, GTX 960 strix 2 gb, Amd 6300 3.8 ghz, and Corsair Vengeance 16Barely 5 hours in and my god....most ambitious game so far for this year. Do not underestimate the scale and scope of this game, because it will devour you. The combat system is much better than the previous titles, it's much more accurate and smoother in my opinion. I don't have the best pc rig in the world, here are my specs, GTX 960 strix 2 gb, Amd 6300 3.8 ghz, and Corsair Vengeance 16 gb ram. I was a bit scared when I saw the pc requirements for this game, but not anymore. The game runs great and looks absolutely amazing on high settings. Every little detail in this game is top notch. CD Projeckt really worked their butt off, and when I read their nice and humble note, " Dear Gamer, First of all, we would like to thank you for your support". No CD Projekt, I would like to thank you for this game, because gamers like myself have never gotten a humble message from other game developers. I know there are many haters out there that are spreading hatred about this game. My advice to those that have this, just continue your hunt, and ignore the ungrateful and whiny people.… Expand
  19. Progus
    May 20, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a game you don't want to miss. It's truly an adventure that captures your attention right from the beginning. The story and dialogue are sublime. There are moments when you feel sad, amused and all other feelings with the choices you'll be making during your journey.

    Graphics are stunning, even in low settings. The trees sway in wind and bend when it's    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a game you don't want to miss. It's truly an adventure that captures your attention right from the beginning. The story and dialogue are sublime. There are moments when you feel sad, amused and all other feelings with the choices you'll be making during your journey.

    Graphics are stunning, even in low settings. The trees sway in wind and bend when it's stormy! How cool is that?

    Overall I couldn't recommend the game more, I have played over 8 hours during the first day and just had to write a little review here. Oh and Geralt grows a mighty beard when days pass in the game, that is awesome.    … Expand
  20. SP3333D-O
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This game is freakin' brilliant! That's what keeps going through my head as I enjoy this masterpiece. Don't believe the naysayers. I pre-ordered this game a year ago, and it has completely lived up to the hype, in my opinion. I'm not a blind Witcher fan, however. I like the books and played The Witcher 2, which I liked but did not love like a lot of people, but I couldn't bring myself toThis game is freakin' brilliant! That's what keeps going through my head as I enjoy this masterpiece. Don't believe the naysayers. I pre-ordered this game a year ago, and it has completely lived up to the hype, in my opinion. I'm not a blind Witcher fan, however. I like the books and played The Witcher 2, which I liked but did not love like a lot of people, but I couldn't bring myself to play the dated original Witcher game. I loved Skyrim, but this far exceeds it, IMO. Fantastic graphics, gameplay, and story. On top of that, CDPR has been extremely consumer-friendly, with no DRM and free DLC. Even if you hate open world RPGs, I don't see how anyone could deny the quality of this title. It certainly raises the bar.… Expand
  21. Potitoman
    May 22, 2015
    10
    First of all, yes, this game doesn't look as good as the 2013 trailer. I didn't think it was possible with current hardware. This sparked a "Downgrade" controversy that has 13 year olds claiming this game looks like a cartoony console port.
    Let me get this out of the way. Despite the "downgraded" visuals, this is the most visually stunning open world game I have seen so far. I am    First of all, yes, this game doesn't look as good as the 2013 trailer. I didn't think it was possible with current hardware. This sparked a "Downgrade" controversy that has 13 year olds claiming this game looks like a cartoony console port.
    Let me get this out of the way. Despite the "downgraded" visuals, this is the most visually stunning open world game I have seen so far. I am constantly stopping my horse and telling myself "Geez, this looks amazing!".

    What's really incredible is how well it looks and performs with modest hardware. My i5 3570k+R9 280 handles the game just fine at 1080p with every thing set to Ultra except for shadows and foliage distance (set to High). Had this game been developed by Ubisoft, you would've needed a Quad SLI/Crossfire set up to run it at 720P with only half the draw distance.

    There has also been claims of the game crashing. I started playing with patch 1.03 and have not had a single technical issue the 18hrs I've played so far. Can you say the same about any other AAA title out there? CDProjectRed needs to be commended for delivering such a solid title, specially when you consider the scope of the game.

    Gameplay-wise, this is truly an evolution of previous Witcher games. The stories and environments are familiar but in a much grander scale. Complex political machinations are delivered in a simple enough way that even a simpleton like myself can understand, yet do not sacrifice any of the entertainment value.
    The combat is much better than previous titles. Don't expect tight controls like Dark Souls, but it is fun and satisfying enough to stop it like feeling like a chore.

    I could go on forever talking about this game and how good it is. I really could! But let me just say it has been years since I bought a game that has made me stop my life just so I could play. The Witcher 3 has exceeded my expectations in every way.    … Expand
  22. L1onFC
    May 20, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. no voy a explayarme mucho, es lo mejor que eh jugado en los ultimos años de mi vida, realmente tiene todos los detalles pulidos a diferencia de otros juegos como skyrim o DAI, una calidad altisima en la gran mayoria de sus facetas, una lastima que se tupo que poner el liston en las consolas porque sino ubiera sido lo que crysis fue en su momento, igual la calidad grafica que tiene es de escandalo.… Expand
  23. trajluk
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Great :)
    + Almost that good like Red Dead Redemption :P
    + The story is very interesting.
    + Open world is realy open.
    + Very nice visually Slavic world
    + Good (but not perfect) optimization: i7 4790K + GTX970 1440p (mixed Uber and High without hairworks) 40-50 fps.

    - not used full graphics capabilities of PC
  24. omalley
    Jul 24, 2015
    9
    The scale in this game is enormous. I haven't played much but I am already blown away. It's way bigger that even GTA 5 map and in that game you get around by car instead of horse and fast travel. So far the story is great and the cut scenes are absolutely fantastic. I'm not a huge fan of the whole crafting system but other than that, great game so far. Glad I bought it.
  25. ThinkSamich
    May 21, 2015
    10
    It's Thursday, May 21st. The Witcher 3 launched on the 18th. The developers have released two patches to address issues and community concerns already. I have 28 hours of playtime under my belt and I can honestly say this is the most fun I have had in a video game in over a decade. A single player video game, even longer. The Witcher 3 is a 10/10, CD Projekt Red has hit a home run withIt's Thursday, May 21st. The Witcher 3 launched on the 18th. The developers have released two patches to address issues and community concerns already. I have 28 hours of playtime under my belt and I can honestly say this is the most fun I have had in a video game in over a decade. A single player video game, even longer. The Witcher 3 is a 10/10, CD Projekt Red has hit a home run with this one guys.

    The main difference between this game and other RPGs is the quests are all wonderful. Every side-quest is well thought out and fun to complete. There is absolutely none of that "kill 10 x and loot 8 y" nonsense that plagues modern RPGs like a pox. Everything I have experienced in this game has been consistently enriching and enjoyable. The Witcher 3 even comes loaded with a full-blown TCG that is associated with quests lines of its own that span the entire continent. I have enjoyed traveling from village to village to challenge innkeepers and win their special cards as much as I have enjoyed hunting monsters during witcher contracts.

    It has been a long time since I felt the need to eagerly listen to and dissect every piece of dialogue in a video game. The voice acting is top notch, leading to wonderful, compelling character encounters. In terms of side-quests there is so much to do, so many monsters to hunt, so many problems to solve, and so many Gwent cards to win that most players will find themselves completely overwhelmed in the best possible way.

    The combat is a stellar improvement over The Witcher 2, adapting to the type of monster you're encountering is probably the most exciting part for me. Bringing down a wyvern with a crossbow just feels wonderful, binding a wraith to the physical plain to do maximum damage really immerses you in the game. Preparing for a tough monster during a contract quest feels great, going in knowing you're prepared for the situation is as rewarding as collecting the sweet sweet loot after.

    It has been a long long time since a game convinced me it is occurring in its own world, but the Witcher 3 does it. The last time I felt this way was Ultima Online, circa 1997. Like I said at the beginning of my review, The Witcher 3 is a 10/10.    … Expand
  26. mugeter
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Amazing game! CDP RED do great job. The graphics is awesome! Recommend anyone who expects perfection. I don't understand how somebody can critic this great game.
  27. Eddie_Izzard
    May 21, 2015
    9
    This review is first going to rebuttal some common (and asinine) complaints I've been seeing while paroozing the negative reviews.

    Controls: On a controller, the game plays perfectly fine. Horse combat could use some work, but there's nothing there that you cannot easily adapt to. I cannot speak for keyboard, as I've stuck with controller for this game. Graphics: You people are    This review is first going to rebuttal some common (and asinine) complaints I've been seeing while paroozing the negative reviews.

    Controls:
    On a controller, the game plays perfectly fine. Horse combat could use some work, but there's nothing there that you cannot easily adapt to. I cannot speak for keyboard, as I've stuck with controller for this game.

    Graphics:
    You people are still seriously falling for bullshots? Really? How naive are you? Not to mention, it still looks spectacular. The textures are extremely good considering it's an open world game that isn't demanding 4GB of VRAM for these textures. Beyond that, the lighting and weather are masterfully implemented, and do a splendid job at making the world seem real and tangible.

    And as a special message to that individual that said Skyrim can look better: You are literally insane and need to seek professional help.

    Optimization:
    The optimization (for Nvidia and Intel, anyway, as that's what I have) is very good. I'm running 2011 hardware (2600k i7, GTX 580, 2 in SLI), most of my settings are on high (some on medium, some on ultra, I'm also using HBAO+) and I still get 50-60 at all times. Every so often, it'll dip a bit lower in particularly intense situations, and in the middle of nowhere I'm in the 70's. And things look downright beautiful at these settings. If you're having a problem, there's either an AMD issue I don't know of (likely, as W3 was made very closely with Nvidia), or an issue with your computer. I'm several generations behind, and do just fine.

    In my opinion, (which includes over 25 years of experience and countless hundreds of games) Witcher 3 is a borderline masterpiece. It's not quite worthy of a 10, but it's more than worthy of a 9. I could easily make an argument to include it in a top 10 or top 20 games of all time, but I will hold off on that until I 100% the game. And from what I read, that will take me several hundred hours, which is not at all a negative for me.

    Lastly, Witcher 3 is likely going to be my personal GOTY. I have some hope for Metal Gear, but Witcher 3 is going to be hard to top.    … Expand
  28. Frisbiek
    May 22, 2015
    9
    Very few games grab my attention like the witcher 3, and that's saying something. I never fully got in to the first two witcher games, but now that I am sucked in to this one, I am going to give them a try when Im done.

    There's a lot of comparisons floating around out there insisting this is better than this game or that. I will say I was extremely disappointed with dragon age:    Very few games grab my attention like the witcher 3, and that's saying something. I never fully got in to the first two witcher games, but now that I am sucked in to this one, I am going to give them a try when Im done.

    There's a lot of comparisons floating around out there insisting this is better than this game or that. I will say I was extremely disappointed with dragon age: inquisition. Where that game is dumbed down and very simplistic, the wild hunt is completely opposite. It requires skill, not just button mashing.

    Most impressive, however, is the story. The atmosphere of the game is that of a dark world, nations pitted against each other in war. You are on a mission to find your adopted daughter. I have stopped to do so many missions and have been blown away with the attention to detail; you end up caring about what happens and I find myself always wanting to know more. I cannot give the developers enough credit on their story telling. One side story ends up intertwining with your main mission, involving a Baron. The acting and story were so incredible, and I was even sad/intrigued at what had happened by the end. And then I realized I had a dozen more contracts I hadn't even touched yet.

    Combat is a little off, but not terrible. I keep wanting to sneak attack and perform moves similar to Shadows of Mordor combat, which to me is a masterpiece in gameplay and combat mechanics. The Wild Hunt is soooo close to mirroring this in terms of controls, but it falls just slightly short. Sometimes it just feels like sword swings don't connect the way they should. With that said, nothing is more satisfying than seeing heads and limbs fly off.

    I've had no problems what so ever performance or graphics wise, playing on an ASUS G751JY with a 980M nvidia card. FPS remains steady between 50 to 60 with all settings turned up. The game looks gorgeous. I will say the nvidia hair works is over rated and not worth the fps drop.

    The only complaints I have are minor; aside from the combat mentioned above, what is with games wanting me to collect flowers and herbs across the whole map? This is not fun to me. Unfortunately, that is the way of things in games now; stop and collect a dozen herbs for this and that. Thankfully, this is much better done than in DA:Inquisition, where it takes a moment to bend down, pick it up, and stow it away. In wild Hunt, it's quick. Lastly, all the guys in the game are either overweight oafs, or look like complete dunces. While all the females are super models. Kinda looks funny.

    P.S. Ciri is HOT.    … Expand
  29. Razor66
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This is simply an amazing game. Don't know if it has been "downgraded" or not, but the way it is it's simply gorgeous, deep, large, with amazing characters, great plot and tons of things to discover. Don't let haters and trolls convince you to pass on this one: it's one of the best RPG of the decade.
  30. Esett
    May 19, 2015
    10
    My first impressions are positive. I hear quite a lot about downgrading but in the end i think the game looks better than any other game released ever. Just my 2 cents. Also on the technical side although its quite hot where i live the game is very well optimized. It uses the CPU and video card properly unlike other games from other publishers and my computer keeps cool. Overall i wasMy first impressions are positive. I hear quite a lot about downgrading but in the end i think the game looks better than any other game released ever. Just my 2 cents. Also on the technical side although its quite hot where i live the game is very well optimized. It uses the CPU and video card properly unlike other games from other publishers and my computer keeps cool. Overall i was shocked at how smooth the game runs on my rig considering the fact my video card is just above minimum spec. The game play is good, i find the controls precise and the difficulty just right on Blood and broken bones. Its too early to give a definitive verdict but as it stands now it is better than any other RPG i have ever played. So for now its 10/10… Expand
  31. Vertran187
    May 19, 2015
    10
    After all the talk of a downgrade i was worried for the PC version. Since spending a good 4 hours getting stuck into the game its beautiful living world and fantastic writing put it up there with GTA 5 and TLOU its simply an epic master piece there have put so must detail and polish into this game it put many other developers to shame. It has all Thx U CD Project this is what gaming is allAfter all the talk of a downgrade i was worried for the PC version. Since spending a good 4 hours getting stuck into the game its beautiful living world and fantastic writing put it up there with GTA 5 and TLOU its simply an epic master piece there have put so must detail and polish into this game it put many other developers to shame. It has all Thx U CD Project this is what gaming is all about. :D… Expand
  32. grizzz
    May 20, 2015
    10
    I love it. It runs perfectly with my GTX 760 and looks beautiful on medium settings. The landscapes are all very unique and the weather/ light changes matter so much. The sidequests are very unique and very fun to play.
  33. FairReview
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    Amazing, the game graphics will surprise you even on low, cities are so well detailed, their structure are so beautifull, even poor houses. The game is fun, i played almost 30 hours, and i feel it is far from ending.

    The only bad thing is the figthing animation, they look so fake
  34. S0BIECH
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Shortly - I've never played a better game.

    When a man that does not read more books than 2 per year and suddenly gets deeply addicted to the Witcher's series by Andrzej Sapkowski and read all 8 within 6 weeks - I tell you - it is something about that story. I highly recommend to enter the universe through the paper and then play (or play again ;) ). The people you meet, the places    Shortly - I've never played a better game.

    When a man that does not read more books than 2 per year and suddenly gets deeply addicted to the Witcher's series by Andrzej Sapkowski and read all 8 within 6 weeks - I tell you - it is something about that story.
    I highly recommend to enter the universe through the paper and then play (or play again ;) ).

    The people you meet, the places you visit and the situations you go through are getting even more interesting and absorbing. Remember you can also play two previous games!

    Enough about the back story.
    The game is just full of things I fell in love with in Sapkowki's books. Various quests, perfect surroundings (my joy is multiplied as I am from Poland and those Slavic accents are closer to my soul) outstanding characters, models, dubbing and the magic that is added through DETAILS.

    Not only visual details but the sense of humour, dialogues and other things that cannot be measured. That gives you an opportunity to join the game and enjoy it like no other.

    Just take that risk and go deep. Do not skip dialogues, read the books and feel the game, its magic.    … Expand
  35. jmossman
    May 20, 2015
    9
    I normally don't write reviews on games, but this one compelled me to do so. I'm a fan of the first 2 in this series so, I was pleasantly surprised to see it so far is living up to the high bar it had to. The only reason I gave it a 9 instead of 10 is the graphics are SERIOUSLY gimped. It doesn't even look as good as the previous game.

    That said, the amazing depth to the game, that    I normally don't write reviews on games, but this one compelled me to do so. I'm a fan of the first 2 in this series so, I was pleasantly surprised to see it so far is living up to the high bar it had to. The only reason I gave it a 9 instead of 10 is the graphics are SERIOUSLY gimped. It doesn't even look as good as the previous game.

    That said, the amazing depth to the game, that takes you so far in that you lose yourself, more than makes up for it. Granted I am only level 3 at the moment and it's been out about 48 hours, I can only say I've scratched the surface.

    I'm running an I7-2600k at 5GHz and a GTX-970 at 1420MHz, and at everything 100% ultra settings. I average anywhere from 40-50 FPS, so that's why I gave it a 9. With only the slightest decrease in graphics I can get 10 more frames so it isn't too bad really I suppose, I'm just a complainer lol.    … Expand
  36. SPfc76
    May 22, 2015
    9
    Anyone who gives this game less than 8 should receive psychological treatments....one of the best games of all time! Off course it´s not perfect and needs some slight adjustments...but it's near perfection....
  37. DYEGameBro
    Jul 24, 2015
    9
    I thoroughly recommend the Witcher III for anyone who wants to get lost in a dark fantasy world that doesn’t shy away from mature themes. It demands a significant time investment however you are rewarded at every step. In a climate where gamers are being groomed to believe season passes, timed DLC and disc-locked content are completely acceptable, CD Projekt Red exists as a shining beaconI thoroughly recommend the Witcher III for anyone who wants to get lost in a dark fantasy world that doesn’t shy away from mature themes. It demands a significant time investment however you are rewarded at every step. In a climate where gamers are being groomed to believe season passes, timed DLC and disc-locked content are completely acceptable, CD Projekt Red exists as a shining beacon in the darkness. They have delivered a beautiful and content-rich game to explore and a thrilling story to experience. In a rare move there is also DLC both large and small being offered free of charge down the line. It is obvious CD Projekt Red is comprised of gamers making games that they themselves would love and they deserve all the support we can muster. Do the industry a favour and vote with your wallet. Show the corporate fat cats that honesty and integrity are profitable commodities, and that games as an experience are supposed to transcend petty commercialism.

    The Witcher III is a reminder of what we used to take for granted as gamers. It gives you much more than the retail price attached to it, and stands as a proud entry developed by a great studio from which only more greatness can come in the future.

    www.doyouevengamebro.net    … Expand
  38. Crowley10
    May 19, 2015
    10
    I'll try my best to not scare you with my english, but i really want to share my experience with you as soon as possible !
    I absolutely love this game, it takes out the best from Withcer 1/2 and add a lot more "good" itself !
    Combat system is much more engaging than what we've seen in previous games. It's difficult and exciting ! NPC's and quests are really interesting Soundtrack is    I'll try my best to not scare you with my english, but i really want to share my experience with you as soon as possible !
    I absolutely love this game, it takes out the best from Withcer 1/2 and add a lot more "good" itself !
    Combat system is much more engaging than what we've seen in previous games. It's difficult and exciting !
    NPC's and quests are really interesting
    Soundtrack is unbelievable epic (especially during battles)
    The game is so good that you don't want to rush your playtrough, you want to explore everything the area has to offer..
    Graphics could be better optimized, cause they are really demanding, but the view is totally worth it.
    A lot of new ideas makes it better in every possible ways than previous versions.
    I recommend it with all my heart !    … Expand
  39. ldub
    May 19, 2015
    8
    Et tu CDPR? I'm not mad like some others, because more Witching is always a good thing but its pretty obvious they were handed bags of money or under the time crunch to downgrade the PC version enough for the console tard market. I shall appreciate it for what its worth and chalk this up to the cancer that is plaguing the entire industry. What was once a 10/10 score is now a solid 8.Et tu CDPR? I'm not mad like some others, because more Witching is always a good thing but its pretty obvious they were handed bags of money or under the time crunch to downgrade the PC version enough for the console tard market. I shall appreciate it for what its worth and chalk this up to the cancer that is plaguing the entire industry. What was once a 10/10 score is now a solid 8. Unfortunately even a champion of the people like CDPR fall from grace eventually.… Expand
  40. TenchuuKhan
    May 27, 2015
    9
    Appendix:
    After getting used to the controls and the combat system the game is just brilliant. Being some 40h into it now I must conclude that it's the richest RPG I've ever come across.
    Every little side quest has a story to tell. Sometimes they are predictable of course, but they always come along with a unique charm and often brilliant humor. It sets a whole new standard in terms    Appendix:
    After getting used to the controls and the combat system the game is just brilliant. Being some 40h into it now I must conclude that it's the richest RPG I've ever come across.
    Every little side quest has a story to tell. Sometimes they are predictable of course, but they always come along with a unique charm and often brilliant humor.

    It sets a whole new standard in terms of content.
    If it weren't for the controls not being good for kb+mouse it'd get a straight 10/10

    Original:
    Let's get straight to the point: the controls are just outright bad. I don't mean unpolished, I mean bad, as in: wtf?
    Your typical day in the world of Witcher 3 has you maneuver through beautiful landscapes and towns that have lots of obstacles that are hard to evade because the controls are just unresponsive and just not fit for this level design.
    Every movement appears to have some 200ms delay and it just feels butchery.

    For instance, you see a chest inside a broken hut at a lake which is behind a beam. Now approach it several times until you finally get the E to open it just for it to vanish the next second you you can't anymore. Then you spend quite a few attempts running against that beam from different angles to actually get to it.

    Then we come to combat - could be that I'm just bad but it feels a bit like they took the worst from Assassins Creed and Mount and Blade, combined it, and then didn't know what they actually wanted to do.
    Fighting against a single opponent - which never happens - is easy, you can riposte the attack or block it, then strike back. Since you always fight multiple opponents though this just doesn't work because... I'm still not sure, but blocking just doesn't work.
    What works best for me right now is jumping left and right, then bashing LMB to strike. That's no fun to play though.

    Mounted combat is just atrocious but so OP that it's sorta worth it. Now the genius thing they did was adding a horse fear bar so you can't just walk up to something, bash it, and it dies - your horse doesn't like that so you have to charge, and then hitting something is really hard.

    Town life is just really dull, mainly because of the system they use where they spawn X amount of townsfolk based on your settings. At least there could be some funny standard lines like in TES 3-5 that are memorable, making townsfolk more believable.
    In this case they're just zombies.

    Now to the positive part:
    The game feels immersive, the graphics are great, I like the crafting system, the characters, the card mini game, all that is great and I want to play more, run around the map doing sidequests, typical RPG stuff.

    Bottom line
    I like it and I'm willing to try to get better with combat and what not but it just makes no sense to me how they could think that this was a good combat system.

    I hope they'll pump out a patch making KB+Mouse controls more responsive, rumor has it that with a controller it works well. Still, my colleague reported that he had the same problem with that beam at that hut.    … Expand
  41. PsychoClown
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This is basically the best game that has ever been made. The graphics are gorgeous, the combat system is great and demanding, the story, all the main and side quests are just incredible, there is really NOTHING wrong with The Witcher 3. Wild Hunt is a perfect mix of The Witcher and The Witcher 2 and it fully deserves the GOTY award for 2015.
  42. mcsiq
    May 19, 2015
    10
    We've been waiting long, long time for an RPG like this.This game contains perfect setting, world seems to be alive and every single thing is in a right place. Game world is just enormous, and will provide many, many hours of gaming. Characters are very detailed, different locations looks just so good.
  43. rupok93
    May 19, 2015
    9
    The game is awesome! From the start there is so much to do. Animations for everything have been improved drastically and the combat feels more fluid than witcher 2. The story is great as always, every little sidequest has a story behind it no fetch quest level stuff.

    Monster hunting is great, you feel like the witcher, all monsters have specific weaknesses like certain bombs, oils and    The game is awesome! From the start there is so much to do. Animations for everything have been improved drastically and the combat feels more fluid than witcher 2. The story is great as always, every little sidequest has a story behind it no fetch quest level stuff.

    Monster hunting is great, you feel like the witcher, all monsters have specific weaknesses like certain bombs, oils and spells that you can exploit and really help if you are playing on the challenging difficulty levels. Combat is reward, dodge, parry, roll out of the way using spells well,etc. Safe to say that the roll spam from witcher 2 is not as bad and you can use spells out of roll instead of pausing for a few seconds.

    Now the big controversy. How is graphics and performance?
    Its sort of hard to tell if the game has been downgraded or not. It seems like visuals vary based on day time, some areas don't look that good while others look absolutely gorgeous especially during sunsets. The sandy areas seem to look less good for some reason, i think its because of the pastelly type art style.
    Overall the graphics are pretty good and the slight worse looking areas can be forgiven because how great the gameplay is.

    Performance varies. The game is really demanding but its open world with lots of npc density and lots of effects everywhere. I am using a gtx 780 and get around 45-60 fps on high settings. Ultra settings cannot be reached (only 30fps) but I don't notice much difference between high and ultra, besides shadow quality and a bit more npc's.

    Keyboard and mouse controls are ok but I suggest rebinding some to different keys, I for example use dodge and targetting on my two thumb keys on mouse instead of alt and z respectively.

    So overall I will take away a point for the graphics/performance being not as good as everyone hoped.

    TLDR: the gameplay is intact, controls are good, story is good, sidequests are non fetch quests, performance is ok for some, not great for others, graphics are good at times other areas a little disappointing but not enough to deter from gameplay.    … Expand
  44. knallfix
    May 19, 2015
    9
    I've been a fanboy since the Witcher 1 and reading the books right afterwards, and man, CDPR did it again.
    Every small dialogue puts everything Bioware and others have made since the Witcher 2 to shame.
    The game takes you serious, let you make decisions because YOU think,it's the right one. And not an icon telling you "good" or "bad" Sure, the game looks good, sounds good and plays    I've been a fanboy since the Witcher 1 and reading the books right afterwards, and man, CDPR did it again.
    Every small dialogue puts everything Bioware and others have made since the Witcher 2 to shame.
    The game takes you serious, let you make decisions because YOU think,it's the right one. And not an icon telling you "good" or "bad"
    Sure, the game looks good, sounds good and plays good. But for me, dialogues, MY choices and of course, in the grim darkness of a past medievial fictional fantasy world, there is only grim darkness :)    … Expand
  45. Anastasi
    May 19, 2015
    10
    this is the best i have ever played. fantastic world/muscic/graphics etc, so this is the must have game, you can't miss it, relly. simply amazing. thx cd project red
  46. Milkpowder
    May 19, 2015
    8
    1st off, let me address the downgrade. Yes the visuals have been downgraded a lot, as in almost none of the assets and lighting we saw in the 2013/14 vids are in game. The games atmosphere is also slightly lacking as its lost its dark and real feel.Cdpr screwed up by not being honest about it and saying nothing had changed.

    Anyway onto the game, its exquisite!! The audio is    1st off, let me address the downgrade. Yes the visuals have been downgraded a lot, as in almost none of the assets and lighting we saw in the 2013/14 vids are in game. The games atmosphere is also slightly lacking as its lost its dark and real feel.Cdpr screwed up by not being honest about it and saying nothing had changed.

    Anyway onto the game, its exquisite!!

    The audio is breathtaking and it really pulls you into the game, the game play and combat is fantastic, nowhere near as clunk as the previous witcher games, my only critique is that while on horse back you can get stuck behind rocks and on stairs which was fairly annoying but a small grievance none the less.

    Its a witcher game, so the story is always gonna be amazing and it really is.

    Its a shame the graphics took center stage and that cdpr didn't do anything about it, even just owning up and letting it fade into the background.    … Expand
  47. ProMil
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Beautiful game. This is must-have for RPG lovers! Optimization is so good that I can even run it on my old gtx 560ti (medium-high graphic settings) Thank you CDP Red you've made it! It will be definitely a game of the year!
  48. EE061003
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    Previously i rated this 6. What i fool i was truly. Its the best RPG of this generation. I am 200 hours in and still so much left to do. i am mesmerized by Geralt's strong character, his emotional story line and huge landscapes to explore. Especially the chemistry between the Trio Geralt, Triss and Yennefer is Excellent. No words truly. There are so many open games this year but i am tooPreviously i rated this 6. What i fool i was truly. Its the best RPG of this generation. I am 200 hours in and still so much left to do. i am mesmerized by Geralt's strong character, his emotional story line and huge landscapes to explore. Especially the chemistry between the Trio Geralt, Triss and Yennefer is Excellent. No words truly. There are so many open games this year but i am too absorbed in Witcher 3 right now to even notice their release, Witcher 3 is a benchmark in gaming history .Just don't miss this one!… Expand
  49. tomahawkwind
    May 19, 2015
    9
    The game on PC seems to be suffering from MAJOR optimization issues. Anyone who does not mention this is not telling the TRUTH.It does not matter how you configure the graphic options, framerate RARELY goes above 30 FPS. Not to mention it does not utilize neither VRAM (1.3 / 2gb on medium/ high settings??!) nor CPU (70-80 % AVG) Conclusions = BAD CONSOLE PORT. Which is a shame becauseThe game on PC seems to be suffering from MAJOR optimization issues. Anyone who does not mention this is not telling the TRUTH.It does not matter how you configure the graphic options, framerate RARELY goes above 30 FPS. Not to mention it does not utilize neither VRAM (1.3 / 2gb on medium/ high settings??!) nor CPU (70-80 % AVG) Conclusions = BAD CONSOLE PORT. Which is a shame because otherwise it is indeeed a beautiful and immersive game with lot of potential.My advice: wait for it to be patched and optimized before you buy it.

    My rig: I5 3470 , GFX760 , 8GB Ram    … Expand
  50. Wolfstooth
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    This game ruined gaming for me! I compare every game with side quests to side quests of the Witcher and even though the games are great in the main story no game can hold up to the standards of Witcher (looking at you Horizon Zero Dawn, Ghost of Tsushima etc... ).

    Love the books, love the game, love polish series... hate the series from Netflix (its just not witcher)
  51. Not_Casual
    Aug 6, 2015
    10
    On release I gave this game a 4 for horrid controls and optimization among other things. Recently there was an update that has appeased me greatly. The game now runs with an extreme smoothness on my pc. This new fluidity has improved gameplay for me immensely and has caused a turnaround in my opinion. Better late than never I suppose.
  52. Fuz
    Jul 18, 2015
    10
    After a few patches the game has improved a whole lot. The control system was quite bad, it's now great. Keybinding is possible for every action (a few are hidden though - need to edit an .ini for that) It's an impressive semi-open world RPG that does lots of things right, has a good combat system, a great story, fantastic characters and absolutely shines on graphics and music.
    Some    After a few patches the game has improved a whole lot. The control system was quite bad, it's now great. Keybinding is possible for every action (a few are hidden though - need to edit an .ini for that) It's an impressive semi-open world RPG that does lots of things right, has a good combat system, a great story, fantastic characters and absolutely shines on graphics and music.
    Some little things could have been a little more polished, but as it is the game is quite impressive.

    It does have a few flaws:
    - They stated that there wouldn't be any exclusives, but instead they gave the xbox a vastly superior collector's edition with exclusive items for the same price.
    - shoulder camera is incredibly annoying, but fortunately doesn't came up too much.
    - No FOV slider    … Expand
  53. Aralia
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    The game is an awesome sample of gameart, the little I have seen so far. The characters impressive, the voiceplay great, the characters believable. The controls are a bit awkward though.
  54. Howmaster
    Jan 16, 2018
    10
    This is the best open world RPG ever created and it is one of the best RPG’s ever. I simply loved almost everything about this game.

    Time Invested: 150 hours (and just started Blood and Wine Exp.) Story/Characters: In comparison to Witcher 2, the main story here is actually pretty unsophisticated and straightforward. However, it is so well written that it is extremely enjoyable.    This is the best open world RPG ever created and it is one of the best RPG’s ever. I simply loved almost everything about this game.

    Time Invested: 150 hours (and just started Blood and Wine Exp.)

    Story/Characters:

    In comparison to Witcher 2, the main story here is actually pretty unsophisticated and straightforward. However, it is so well written that it is extremely enjoyable. Additionally, the side missions and witcher contracts have great detail and fun.

    What really makes this game great is the writing and characters. All of your favorite characters return with the introduction of Ciri who you immediately like. It’s the depth and details given to these characters that create these remarkable interactions with Geralt and the player. The writing is stellar and creates the suspension of disbelief that you need to get into this world.

    Gameplay:

    I felt that the gameplay here, besides the UI, was largely unchanged from Witcher 2. The biggest change is the UI and it’s a huge improvement as menus and screens are easy to navigate. I thought that loading in this game was almost non-existent, it was great! I could start the game and bam within a minute I was playing. I rarely encountered any bugs as well.

    My only complaint is that combat is still a little clunky. Sometimes you can find yourself just swinging your sword wildly all over at the air or there is a delay in dodging or rolling. Combat is still fun, but it may be the weakest part of this game especially since it does nothing new.

    Graphics/Sound:

    Crazy beautiful; the environment is absolutely stunning! You can easily get lost traveling/exploring which is the best part of an open world RPG.

    I loved all of the music, but as with some other games that have amazing music, can we please hear it more often!? Sometimes I am out roaming the hills and a tune would be nice.

    Conclusion:

    Overall this is was/is one of the most enjoyable experiences I have had playing an RPG. The characters, graphics, lore, music, and story are all fantastic. This is definitely a new benchmark for all RPG’s. If you enjoy adventure, RPG, or just video games in general, this is a must own.    … Expand
  55. FidChanel16
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра за всю историю игр. Хочется в нее возвращаться каждый раз, снова и снова.
  56. clipsyclop
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Great game, great and logical story, great music. Combat is pretty arcade, but I've completed this game for 3 times.
  57. AntiqueOne
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This is one of the greatest RPGs ever with a well written and greatly told story. All of the characters have deep and interesting background and the world is full of amazing details.
  58. mrghost_231
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    The best game i've ever played. I also believe that this is the best game out there. CD Projekt RED Created a masterpiece. Every second in this game feels like I live in the game. Every choice I make feels like I made that choice in real-life. The story is art and it'll make you smile and cry a lot. The gameplay is very rich. The combat is not perfect yet it's very good. The open world isThe best game i've ever played. I also believe that this is the best game out there. CD Projekt RED Created a masterpiece. Every second in this game feels like I live in the game. Every choice I make feels like I made that choice in real-life. The story is art and it'll make you smile and cry a lot. The gameplay is very rich. The combat is not perfect yet it's very good. The open world is my favourite thing in the game. It's a must play game.… Expand
  59. azamecs
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    Must to have. Best game ih this world. Yennefer so beautiful woman. Geralt so handsome man.
  60. SuperViolet
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    Without of doubt, one of the cornerstones of modern-day gaming. Engaging, exciting RPG-based gameplay, paired with stunning graphics, an amazing soundtrack and a deep story makes this a must-play for all gamers.
  61. IAmKesha
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    I started this game with sceptic vision. Was thinking it's just another one blockbuster. Fortunately, I have mistaken. This is so epic game, with very dramatic story, such a perfect characters, wonderful and harmony-like music, the music is so good that I have set several tracks on the alarm. Incredible graphic, nature is so charming! I just fell in love with this game. Very good designedI started this game with sceptic vision. Was thinking it's just another one blockbuster. Fortunately, I have mistaken. This is so epic game, with very dramatic story, such a perfect characters, wonderful and harmony-like music, the music is so good that I have set several tracks on the alarm. Incredible graphic, nature is so charming! I just fell in love with this game. Very good designed DLC's. Especially Blood and Wine. Toussaint. It's like a mix of France and Italy. Perfect balance. Great architecture. Nature - I have no words on this way... Okay, I swear, technically, I think these are not DLC's, those an another games. 70 hours on main campaign I spent. +50h on DLC's. Yea, it's just a game...

    P.S. Greetings from Russia epta!    … Expand
  62. Itsapaul
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    Great rpg through and through. Although customization is fairly limited compared to other games where you could pick your race/class/etc, the world very much feels alive and constantly changing based on your interactions with it. You could also play hundreds of hours of side quests if you wished, so if you need tons of gameplay time for your dollar, this is definitely where to get it.
  63. argo2001
    Dec 5, 2017
    10
    Это не самая лучшая игра в истории но самая лучшая игра своего времени, а возможно и дальше. Игра у которой вообще нету конкурентов в своём времени. Когда большинство ААА игр погрузились в почти бессюжетное задротство Ведьмак 3 является алмазом и светочем игровой индустрии.Это не самая лучшая игра в истории но самая лучшая игра своего времени, а возможно и дальше. Игра у которой вообще нету конкурентов в своём времени. Когда большинство ААА игр погрузились в почти бессюжетное задротство Ведьмак 3 является алмазом и светочем игровой индустрии.
  64. Mjr_REAPER
    Dec 18, 2016
    10
    I do not like to play the titles of this genre does not interest me but Witcher 3 is a complete variation of this is something that in itself willing to reach for and play the witcher great visuals, gameplay, soundtrack, the DLC that allows them and are worth buying
  65. jptiamzon
    Dec 27, 2017
    10
    A must buy game for PC. Also, its pretty cheap.

    NOTE:
    The game will feel like its lagging or sluggish (I can't think of other words that fits).
    The game play is somewhat repetitive.
    BOBS
  66. danielvinzia
    Dec 7, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego de rol de la historia. conclusion epica de una trilogia de sueño, impresionante. uno se siente gerald en los tres juegos pero en este, la experiencia es unica. misiones primarias, secundarias, contratos de brujo y busquedas de tesoros. sin contar las cosas que aparecen en un mapa que tiene vida porque todos sus habitantes hacen, dicen, viven y sienten en su realidad. unicoel mejor juego de rol de la historia. conclusion epica de una trilogia de sueño, impresionante. uno se siente gerald en los tres juegos pero en este, la experiencia es unica. misiones primarias, secundarias, contratos de brujo y busquedas de tesoros. sin contar las cosas que aparecen en un mapa que tiene vida porque todos sus habitantes hacen, dicen, viven y sienten en su realidad. unico en todo tipo… Expand
  67. DJKrimson
    Mar 11, 2020
    9
    The plot, storytelling, characters and the drama between the characters is absolutely amazing. It's a massive game with lots of things to explore and lots of sidequests. Good graphics and music.

    For me, the skilltree and the combat is a little meh. I went with alchemy build and had to enter the inventory screen all the time to change oils/potions/decoctions due to lack of hotkeys. But    The plot, storytelling, characters and the drama between the characters is absolutely amazing. It's a massive game with lots of things to explore and lots of sidequests. Good graphics and music.

    For me, the skilltree and the combat is a little meh. I went with alchemy build and had to enter the inventory screen all the time to change oils/potions/decoctions due to lack of hotkeys. But that feels like a minor flaw since the pace of everything else is really slow anyway.

    The game is overall very quality of life'y with easy & fast pause menus, good quest indicators and a fair fast travel system.

    Everyone should play this.    … Expand
  68. TommyLee
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Hands down one of the best RPG's ever made. The story, characters, and graphics are all top-notch. Don't let this one go by you unnoticed.
  69. PeterGibbons
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of a game. It is so long if you end up doing all of the side quests. Initially I wanted to but I realized the only way I could ever finish the game is if I only do the main storyline (Even that takes a lot of time) But I was glad I did. The main storyline in the original and in the expansion content are all excellent.
  70. Ineed
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    A real story-telling game of Geralt and Ciri. Best game of past decade.
    DLCs are also worth to play. Love this game.
  71. Xday1
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Simply perfect game, The side quests are great, the characters, the performance, the acting, the suspense, and every part of this game is brilliantly crafted.
  72. qbs
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    The best game ever! It's true masterpiece; open world, exploration, captivating story and a lot to do in this game. This is the explanation for developers: HOW TO MAKE GAMES. 10/10
  73. Maniek-
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This is best game I've ever played!!!!! Honestly all of you guys should play this if u didn't. I wish you luck in your Witcher adventure!!!
  74. Alydoc
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра десятилетия. Ждем Ведьмака и Киберпанка
  75. AysarTuna
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Best Game Ever ! :)
  76. Serenity2
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    2000s BEST RPG game

    Story Graphics Music even Side quest have there own storys
  77. SDaV24
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    12/10. Лучшая игра мире. Сюжет:Очень интересная история которая затронет вас до глубины души. Сюжетные дополнения это просто шедевр, исскуство особенно Кровь и Вино . Геймплей: Довольно понятный и интуитивный.На высоких сложностях играть комфортно и используюються все аспекты игры. Графика:Просто шедевральная для открытого мира.В 2015 как и сейчас это смотрится афигенно. CD Project Red12/10. Лучшая игра мире. Сюжет:Очень интересная история которая затронет вас до глубины души. Сюжетные дополнения это просто шедевр, исскуство особенно Кровь и Вино . Геймплей: Довольно понятный и интуитивный.На высоких сложностях играть комфортно и используюються все аспекты игры. Графика:Просто шедевральная для открытого мира.В 2015 как и сейчас это смотрится афигенно. CD Project Red смогли показать очень проработанный мир. Атмосфера: Велен с его болотами просто шикарен и передает всю напряжееность войны. Новиград прекраснейший город выполненый в европейском стиле, когда ходиш по не му то получаеш сплошное удовольствие. Что касаеться Туссента, то здесь слова излишни это просто самая атмосферная локация во всех играх в которые я играл. Персонажи: Проработаны не только главные герои но и НПС в второстепенных квестах. Одним из таках является Кровавый Барон, боже это легенданый чел.Это просто именно тот персонаж историю которого все кто поиграл в эту игру запомнят на всю жизнь. Концовки: Все концовки хорошие по своему. Особенно та где Геральт остается без Цири. Просто берет за душу. Вариативность действий:Да єто РПГ , но не классическая в понимании того кем ты хочеш стать. Здесь не так, здесь ты отыгрываеш роль заранее прописанного героя котого раскрывали на протяжении большого количества времени. И хотя ты играеш за заранее прописаного героя, то как ты будеш влиять на этот мир зависит от тебя. Рекомендации:Однозначно рекомендую потратить все свои деньги и купить Ведьмака, а лучше все три части с DLC, потому что Ведьмак это не игра это исскуство,подобное которому мы уже не скоро увидим, а может и вовсе не увидим!… Expand
  78. Yaav13
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    My truthful honorable incorruptible conclusive rating of this considered game: 10
  79. CheetoPhingers
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    If you like the idea of playing a live action fantasy video game with magic and swords, this is as good as they come.
  80. Flaks
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    A wonderful game with an equally wonderful storyline. I didn’t like thinking about each character (and there are a lot of them), building a logical chain between them, but this is an amateur and therefore I can’t refer to this as a minus game. The graphics are mesmerizing, every frame of the game can be put on the desktop. The music is no less beautiful compared to other aspects of the game.
  81. Stamacho
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    The sheer pleasure and bafflement you experience after playing this game are unexplainable.
    I don't know any other game that has done everything right except The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
    The first time when you ride with Vesemir in the glamorous sunsets of White Orchard, The foggy swamps of Velen, snowy landscapes of Skellige, the beggers and crowded streets of Novigrad, The magnificent    The sheer pleasure and bafflement you experience after playing this game are unexplainable.
    I don't know any other game that has done everything right except The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
    The first time when you ride with Vesemir in the glamorous sunsets of White Orchard, The foggy swamps of Velen, snowy landscapes of Skellige, the beggers and crowded streets of Novigrad, The magnificent castle of Kaer Morhen and accompanied by one of the best video game soundtracks ever created are only one of the few reasons to revisit this game even today. All of the big areas are filled with detailed locations that you might even miss after your 10th playthrough. The side quests are one of the essential parts of the game in which there are no repeating elements and each one are unique and a joy to experience. There are tons of memorable characters and quests that will stick to your mind for the rest of your life. Alongside the 2 best DLC's of the gaming history, this game is a must-play.    … Expand
  82. Pietro2003
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    the best game i have ever played and the best game made by men up until this point
  83. BloodGuy
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    This game can be described with only a few words: (the best game in human history and all:)
    cd projekt red thank you.
  84. MoreBokeh
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    I've played every single game on Metacritic's top RPG list, except for Planescape: Torment and Lord of the Rings Online. The Witcher 3 ranks amongst the top. It's the new generation's Baldur's Gate 2. Yes, it's that good. It's that immersive. I've found myself thinking about the world *after* I had stopped playing. If you've ever enjoyed the RPG franchise, or if you enjoy Game of Thrones,I've played every single game on Metacritic's top RPG list, except for Planescape: Torment and Lord of the Rings Online. The Witcher 3 ranks amongst the top. It's the new generation's Baldur's Gate 2. Yes, it's that good. It's that immersive. I've found myself thinking about the world *after* I had stopped playing. If you've ever enjoyed the RPG franchise, or if you enjoy Game of Thrones, or if you just enjoy fantasy in general, you must play The Witcher 3 to not miss out. It would be a tragedy to let this game slip past. Don't let The Witcher 2 scare you away, the game is much different.… Expand
  85. Marcballer
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    While there are mountains of praise to be poured onto a game this rich and a company that earns it's keep while treating it's player base with respect, there is little I can add to the sea of love this game receives and rightly deserves. I think the most meaningful thing I can share is what is most meaningful to me in the time I spend in enthralled abnegation.

    The little things. While    While there are mountains of praise to be poured onto a game this rich and a company that earns it's keep while treating it's player base with respect, there is little I can add to the sea of love this game receives and rightly deserves. I think the most meaningful thing I can share is what is most meaningful to me in the time I spend in enthralled abnegation.

    The little things. While the game has massive and detailed set pieces, a vast landscape and expansive writing that could never be overpraised, it's the infinite little touches that amount to so much more for me. There are hundreds of nods to minor characters, quests, and choices in previous games, subtle humour that is never out of place, references to all levels of game culture, subtle views into the souls of the characters through minor narrative elements made evermore compelling by beautiful voice acting, and constant reminders that the world in which you adventure is truly alive. From the tail slaps of the blue wales in the Skellige Isles to the uniqueness of each hidden ruin. Every thing has a story, a personality, a life of it's own, and it's all worth exploring.

    There is no effort needed in falling for a true labour of love. A love so evidently shared by every level of CDPR's team. From playtester to CEO, there is not an individual there that does not possess the company wide unity of vision needed to produce a game this beautiful.

    Thank you CDPR for reminding us what a lovingly crafted triple A game can be.    … Expand
  86. Yolovich
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    The only and i mean the ONLY problem with this game is Geralt animation/movement, all other parts of the game are perfect for me. Amazing quests, amazing characters, AMAZING music, amazing atmosphere! I cant describe the feelings/moments that i had with this game, its truly One Of a Kind!
  87. rd1349
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    The Witcher. How do I go about reviewing this. There are a lot things to consider. First of all that the company that made it is incredibly small team, think about that for a moment, a game with a tenth of the crew of GTA V managed to be this good.

    The Witcher 3 is massive. Possibly THE largest open world game to date and it is filled from top to bottom with content. Every side quest is    The Witcher. How do I go about reviewing this. There are a lot things to consider. First of all that the company that made it is incredibly small team, think about that for a moment, a game with a tenth of the crew of GTA V managed to be this good.

    The Witcher 3 is massive. Possibly THE largest open world game to date and it is filled from top to bottom with content. Every side quest is fully voiced and at times even bleed into the main story. These are the best sidequests I have ever seen. That's difinitive. The best.

    -Characters from previous games make their appearences here with choices from previous games making large changes to the world. If you haven't played the previous games then don't worry the story is surprisingly easy to get into. The Story is great so I'm not going to spoil any of it for whoever goes and buys this game. It must be said that it is the highlight of the game though.

    Graphics despite having a large downgrade for console performance are still very good. You know that when there's an option to have every hair in the world have advanced physics no expense was spared. But if you were planning on having max settings this I will have to dissapoint you. Even with a powerfull PC I could still not get above 50fps on the lowest settings.

    -Gameplay is notably less clunky then in previous games but I think it should be reviewed on its own. It is still clunky. When playing the secondary character you will understand that this was intentional. The character is an old man of 100 something years. Even so I would have still enjoyed a much more fluid movement.

    Cons:
    -The horse. This may seem stupid but the horse is extremely important to get you places so it should have been mostly bug free and such. No. It is by far the buggiest and worst AI in the whole game. In a game with excellent AI the horse stands out as a wet piece of excrement in an otherwise almost flawless system.

    -There are also a host of bugs throughout the game that are almost inherent to the open world genre. Being Cdprojecktreds first venture into open world with such a small team makes this a bitter pill to swallow but still exceptable.

    -Load times, nuff said

    That's it. No really my only problems with the game are the horse, the load time and the bugs (which knowing CDprokekt will get patched). In a game this expansive if that doesn't tell you something then you might need help.

    Final verdict. 10 out of 10
    My problems with this game were few and far between and it is well worth your time and money. There are a host of things I didn't mention in this review because it is already extremely long but rest assured that they are all positive. This coupled with CDprojekts' policy of free DLC (yes you can have your horse armor and keep it too) The game soon will be worth this rating. but as of yet with many bugs unfixed it is still a 9.5. By the time of the enhanced edition (which will probably be free) release I'm sure that if I could I would be handing out an 11 out of ten.
    So Whaddya waiting for. Go buy this game. Now.    … Expand
  88. oklowicz
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    The game is amazing. It have so much content that at the first time when I've go trough I was overwhelmed. Trough whole game I was facing hard choices in terms of decisions which I had to make - in the story line and just how to play. I really was trying to focus on the main story, but there is so much sidequests that it is almost impossible not to leave chosen path.

    This game is    The game is amazing. It have so much content that at the first time when I've go trough I was overwhelmed. Trough whole game I was facing hard choices in terms of decisions which I had to make - in the story line and just how to play. I really was trying to focus on the main story, but there is so much sidequests that it is almost impossible not to leave chosen path.

    This game is dangerous - it steals huge amount of time, but in return will give you unforgettable experience.

    I am a fan of Sapkowski stories, so with background made by the books, this game is masterpiece in my opinion.    … Expand
  89. Swama
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    It is out of this world, the graphics are stunning and it is so huge there is enough to keep you interested for months. People who are complaining about it not being original like Herpyderpy are a total moron. This is one of the greatest gaming experiences, hats off to the dev's and thank you for this beautiful game.
  90. Rath1on
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    It's been a while since a game came along that truly redefined its genre. The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt is just that and will be remembered as such. This game is a must play for any RPG fan and has set a new standard that I doubt many games will be able to match for a long, long time. Go experience the game for yourself; there's nothing else to say.
  91. Yonkec
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    Best game I have ever played in this genre, or any neighboring genres, probably ever.

    It has story oozing out of every nook and cranny. The world feels alive and constantly delights you with small touches no matter where you are. The combat is a bit stiff and even at the highest difficulty it feels.....easy, provided you take the time to spec intelligently. Gwent is incredible for    Best game I have ever played in this genre, or any neighboring genres, probably ever.

    It has story oozing out of every nook and cranny. The world feels alive and constantly delights you with small touches no matter where you are. The combat is a bit stiff and even at the highest difficulty it feels.....easy, provided you take the time to spec intelligently. Gwent is incredible for what it is, a card game played against NPCs. That mini-game alone has provided more enjoyment to me than several games that I have spent tens of dollars on.

    Quests are....enjoyable? Who would have thought that was possible. NPCs are quite enjoyable even though at times they are repetitive as is to be expected by their "small" budget. Patches come swiftly and for the most part effectively. Performance is nothing to complain about, aside from Hairworks, its hard to find a reasonably powerful system that can't handle the game with the right settings. Crashes are almost nonexistent even the day of launch. Add in an NG+ mode and I'll likely double my already triple digit play time once I finish the story.

    Absolutely without a doubt, my favorite game to come out in many years. Dark Souls 1 or perhaps Morrowind, in its own time, are the only games comparable that I can think of. Skyrim/Oblivion, Fallout 3, Mass Effects, Risen....Played them all and if I played W3 first, I'd likely have felt them sterile on many levels. But that is a discussion for another time.

    10/10 would write this entire review again just to enjoy thinking about the game some more.    … Expand
  92. Kalil
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    This game is an absolute jewel. It's a story driven RPG adventure living in a beautifully realised open world. The story itself is captivating, I literally could not stop playing at times, like when you're reading a great book and just need to see the next page. The game features action oriented combat backed up by the typical RPG stats, spells (signs) and skills. The world is immersiveThis game is an absolute jewel. It's a story driven RPG adventure living in a beautifully realised open world. The story itself is captivating, I literally could not stop playing at times, like when you're reading a great book and just need to see the next page. The game features action oriented combat backed up by the typical RPG stats, spells (signs) and skills. The world is immersive and highly detailed, you really get the feeling that people who love what they do have crafted this world for us to enjoy. If you're a fan of RPGs, adventure, fantasy worlds and stories you really need to take a look at this game.… Expand
  93. meanface
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Ridiculously amazing game, the witcher 3 has set the bar for all future rpg titles. A must own for any fan of role-playing games, and a massive recommend for anyone who calls themselves a gamer. CDPR drowns you in a rich, immersive environment filled with captivating characters and stories. You won't find another game that fully justifies the 60 dollar price tag like this game does.
  94. Miao
    Jun 19, 2015
    10
    Everyone talks about the fighting in the Witcher series as if it was something bad and then proceed to name games where the fighting is blocky and devoid of life. The Witcher series gives fighting a certain type of difficulty and realism that no other game has EVER been able to achieve and it has a very in depth story to go along with it. The company also came a very long way in graphics IEveryone talks about the fighting in the Witcher series as if it was something bad and then proceed to name games where the fighting is blocky and devoid of life. The Witcher series gives fighting a certain type of difficulty and realism that no other game has EVER been able to achieve and it has a very in depth story to go along with it. The company also came a very long way in graphics I remember playing the first game and the graphics being somewhat disappointing, now playing the 3rd game in the series I cannot say I am disappointed in anything they did with the game all the way around graphics included. The only disappointing and enraging part of this game and the series is that The Witcher 3 is the final one in the series, and that really pisses me off.… Expand
  95. Dalethfc
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    Brilliant Story, Continues from previous saves or chose your own options in game. Breath Taking Graphics with re-growing beard. Many things look very life like, even the sea against the rocks. The Sun as it sets, shining on a calm sea is awesome.
    Fighting is better than earlier Witcher games along with more affective signs and potions. And, I Love Gwent, the card game in Witcher, and, if    Brilliant Story, Continues from previous saves or chose your own options in game. Breath Taking Graphics with re-growing beard. Many things look very life like, even the sea against the rocks. The Sun as it sets, shining on a calm sea is awesome.
    Fighting is better than earlier Witcher games along with more affective signs and potions. And, I Love Gwent, the card game in Witcher, and, if your any good at it you can play in a competition later in the game, and that is another fun time :p
    You cant jump from heights without suffering, just as if it was real life, so take care.

    pps: Just read some bad reviews and concluded that these people don't have the right kit or haven't set their controls.
    I have had NO issues with controls with Keyboard and mouse. The game has NOT been locked down for Consoles, the PC version blows the Console version out of the water. As a reviewer below has the same card as me, we cant set it on max settings, though he gets a frame rate drop on Hair, but I set Hair works down a click. MOST gamers know to lower settings to start a new game and change to get a balance.
    Standing on a cliff over looking the Sea while a thunder Storm rages is amazing, lightening streaking around you and the clouds bubbling and the sea crashing,, it is Great Graphics, and Not on Max.
    My only gripe is that If you pick Triss, I wish there was more of her.
    But, it IS Awesome.
    ps: FREE DLC's
    The one they are charging for that is soon to be released IS over 30 hours of game play and Adding areas and new people.    … Expand
  96. Nolfy
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Fantastic game! I was never interested when the Witcher 1 and 2 came out, but 3 caught my attention. I decided before 3 came out to play The Witcher 2 which was (despite the age) already great. The Witcher 3 is a game that will grab you into this great open world. I played at least 75 hours now and i am still enjoying it. Great graphics (you do need decent pc) and great gameplay. Story isFantastic game! I was never interested when the Witcher 1 and 2 came out, but 3 caught my attention. I decided before 3 came out to play The Witcher 2 which was (despite the age) already great. The Witcher 3 is a game that will grab you into this great open world. I played at least 75 hours now and i am still enjoying it. Great graphics (you do need decent pc) and great gameplay. Story is good, good to follow, funny and mature.… Expand
  97. Nerghal
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    I'd post a lengthy review about all that is awesome about this game and how I love every bit of story and atmoshere, but I won't, as that would take away from my time to play this game...
  98. lucaskegler
    May 30, 2015
    10
    Assombrosamente perfeito. Jogo excepcionalmente instigante. Roteiro e enredo gigantes. Gráficos perfeitos, sons envolventes e competentes. Indescritivelmente fascinante. Na minha classificação de jgos da minha vida perde apenas para Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
  99. manuel70
    May 29, 2015
    10
    The best game I EVER played and more I play more I enjoy it.
    Awesome, bigger than ever, fantastic.
    A true Masterpiece, a game that was simply impossible years ago because it has so many to offer and it's all related. A word that you start feeling "alive" and that evolves depending on YOUR coiches and how you interact with it. It's not a game it's an interactive ARTWORK and has an Huge    The best game I EVER played and more I play more I enjoy it.
    Awesome, bigger than ever, fantastic.
    A true Masterpiece, a game that was simply impossible years ago because it has so many to offer and it's all related. A word that you start feeling "alive" and that evolves depending on YOUR coiches and how you interact with it. It's not a game it's an interactive ARTWORK and has an Huge value for the money !    … Expand
  100. zetapanic
    May 31, 2015
    10
    Played game for 120+ hours and yet so much more to explore. Graphics are great, art is greater, storytelling second to none.

    Also, action is so challenging too. I've never seen this great action in any other storytelling-based RPG. Some people compare the Witcher 3's action with other action RPGs like Dark Souls, but they should be aware of the fact that the Witcher 3 is a story-driven    Played game for 120+ hours and yet so much more to explore. Graphics are great, art is greater, storytelling second to none.

    Also, action is so challenging too. I've never seen this great action in any other storytelling-based RPG. Some people compare the Witcher 3's action with other action RPGs like Dark Souls, but they should be aware of the fact that the Witcher 3 is a story-driven RPG.

    Just play it for yourself, and learn why this game is a masterpiece.    … Expand
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93

Universal acclaim - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. RPGamer
    Jan 28, 2016
    90
    The Witcher 3 says no to all of this - it's a great game with a fully realized setting, it's a joy to play, the business model behind it treats its customers like human beings, and it delivers a story that finally hits the tone of the books.
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  2. PCWorld
    Jan 20, 2016
    100
    Probably the best open-world RPG ever made, but it still falls prey to some of the genre's worst traps.
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  3. PC Invasion
    Nov 4, 2015
    80
    I've made it pretty clear that it's hardly a flawless game, but that doesn't change the fact that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is something pretty bloody special and you should absolutely play it.
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