The Witcher: Enhanced Edition

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  1. J.P.
    Apr 4, 2009
    10
    I love this game, really one of the best games I've played in a very long time. This is what an RPG should be, excellent story, excellent gameplay, stunning visuals, reaslitic dialogue, and a unique alchemy system. I really can't think of the last single player RPG I've enjoyed this much. Kudos CDProject for delivering an amazing gaming experience.
  2. LupusM.
    Oct 2, 2008
    10
    It astonishes me how few people know about this amazing game. It was a great story the first time around with a few minor issues but this version is better in every possible way.
  3. MatthewC.
    Sep 27, 2008
    10
    One of the best games ever made. And I have played a lot of rpgs. Consistent story, original themes, choices that effect later game. This version of the witcher is by far a huge improvement, while all the details are not instantly apparent, they show themselves to you until you finally realize the scale of added details. Fantastic masterpiece.
  4. camerons
    Nov 14, 2008
    8
    I really enjoyed this game. The storyline(s) are all actually interesting (unlike most other RPGs I've played), not because of the overarching goal (kill bad guy), but because of the way you can watch it develop, if you give it attention. This isn't a game that will force everything of note into your lap, you have to go out and find it. It does not reward lazy playing. Choices I really enjoyed this game. The storyline(s) are all actually interesting (unlike most other RPGs I've played), not because of the overarching goal (kill bad guy), but because of the way you can watch it develop, if you give it attention. This isn't a game that will force everything of note into your lap, you have to go out and find it. It does not reward lazy playing. Choices are of course, in. Not "Will you eat the baby or give it candy and love" sorts, more like "Will I help the sociopathic terrorists being about racial equality and end persecution or will I help the religious zealots bring stability and order?". Decisions can be hard and have consequences impacting the rest of the game. Every choice you make can very well leave you thinking "Am I helping the right people here?". Personally, I love it. Probably not so great in terms of replayability (thus the lower score), gameplay can get tedious towards the mid-points of most of the chapters ("cmon mister mayor, don't make me run all the way back to the swamp, I just got back from there..."), but the shortcomings are made up for by the story, easily.… Expand
  5. JohnC
    Jan 20, 2009
    8
    All in all a great RPG for mature aged gamers. Your actions have real world consequences and outcomes. Their are plenty of options for character development and some strategic thinking is required to beat even the weakest opponents. The combat is good and varied making it interesting. The storyline is unique and extremely solid and supported by a well made world with great graphics even All in all a great RPG for mature aged gamers. Your actions have real world consequences and outcomes. Their are plenty of options for character development and some strategic thinking is required to beat even the weakest opponents. The combat is good and varied making it interesting. The storyline is unique and extremely solid and supported by a well made world with great graphics even on the low settings. If you like RPG's then this is a must have! The only draw back are the load times, they do take a little while.… Expand
  6. DavidB.
    Oct 6, 2008
    9
    The best RPG I have played in a very long time. I can't possibly cover all the reasons to experience this game; please do experience it though, you will not be disappointed. Think of all the RPGs that have been over-hyped only to not deliver - bland, shallow, characterless... This game is the polar opposite. A superb game that has to rise above its obscurity.
  7. [Anonymous]
    Sep 25, 2008
    10
    THE RPG for mature gamers! Great storyline, fantastic atmosphere and exciting gameplay make this game one of the best RPGs of all time.
  8. Naster
    Nov 4, 2008
    10
    The game is exceptionally mature in many aspects. It doesn't hold your hand too much, but only slightly pushes you in the right direction, letting you make the decisions yourself. A game that doesn't treat you like an idiot five-year-old nowadays is a much needed breath of fresh air. The storyline is very good (despite the memory loss cliché), and the main character is The game is exceptionally mature in many aspects. It doesn't hold your hand too much, but only slightly pushes you in the right direction, letting you make the decisions yourself. A game that doesn't treat you like an idiot five-year-old nowadays is a much needed breath of fresh air. The storyline is very good (despite the memory loss cliché), and the main character is interesting. The gameworld is not a fairy tale world with a simple good versus evil nature, but is very grey, which forces you to think and sometimes make hard decisions. The gameworld is very immersive thanks to very good graphics, and a world that feels very alive. The fighting gameplay is good and varied enough to keep you entertained while the story progresses. If you are a fan of RPGs, or games with good stories in general, do not miss this modern classic! Thank you CD Projekt for developing the best game in years!… Expand
  9. CoryL.
    Oct 27, 2008
    10
    This game blew me away. The makers of the game have paid loving attention to every detail -- even the conversations you overhear on the streets are interesting, and I've never said THAT about a game before! The loving attention that's been lavished on this game reminds me of what Peter Jackson did with The Lord of the Rings movies -- this game is extremely well done. And This game blew me away. The makers of the game have paid loving attention to every detail -- even the conversations you overhear on the streets are interesting, and I've never said THAT about a game before! The loving attention that's been lavished on this game reminds me of what Peter Jackson did with The Lord of the Rings movies -- this game is extremely well done. And it's fun! It's a game for adults, and I don't mean the much-maligned sex cards. It's a game where the story really matters, where the player must make serious moral choices, where instead of Good and Bad, we have lighter grey and darker grey. The people in the slums swear, and the people in the rich section of town are stuck-up. And the fighting animations are GORGEOUS! They did motion capture with professional stunt men to do the animations for combat, and the player character is amazingly graceful in the beginning. As the game progresses, he goes beyond graceful and becomes downright acrobatic -- there were times when I wished it were possible to automate the fighting so that I could watch it more closely, and I've never thought THAT about a game before! I could go on and on, but I've said enough. This is the best RPG I've ever played, and I've played a LOT of 'em.… Expand
  10. EvilErnie
    Dec 16, 2009
    10
    The Witcher is the greatest momement in RPG history since Gary Gygax added more sides to his dice. The Witcher team has created a dark, stunningly realised world, full of great characters and satisfying moral choices. A 9+ is the only mark you could give this gaming achievement - its that good. The reviewers that gave this game a 4 were either not to bright or distracted with a ball of string.
  11. rawer
    May 31, 2009
    10
    Hands on. One of the best games in the genre ever. Moral choices and atmosphere will kick u out of your schoes. A must have.
  12. ParaF.
    Jan 30, 2010
    10
    With few imperfections, the Witcher is one of the most enjoyable games to play. Decorated with beautiful worlds, great attention to detail and impeccable swordplay, punctuated by entertaining and well polished character interactions, sharp and original dialogue, it's unfair to give the mammoth development effort any less than an 10/10.
  13. Scott11556
    Feb 19, 2012
    10
    I have been playing PC games for many years and I must say that The Witcher is one of the finest games I have ever played. I enjoyed it's mature story and the world it takes place in is beautiful with a rich history. Decisions you must make are complex and require thought as they have an impact on the later parts of the game. The developer, CD Projekt Red, is one of the best out there.I have been playing PC games for many years and I must say that The Witcher is one of the finest games I have ever played. I enjoyed it's mature story and the world it takes place in is beautiful with a rich history. Decisions you must make are complex and require thought as they have an impact on the later parts of the game. The developer, CD Projekt Red, is one of the best out there. They care about their games AND the fans. If you enjoy RPG's and are looking for something different you owe it to yourself to pick this game up. You will not regret it. Oh, although I like the first Witcher better, the second it also fantastic and picks up right after the first. Both brilliant games.… Expand
  14. NeilJ.
    Oct 7, 2008
    9
    I didn't care too much for The Witcher, getting about halfway through it at release. I've since finished it as the Enhanced Edition. It's improved but still far from perfect: the overlapping quest chains can get tangled and be confusing-- sometimes a quest will bug out and be incompletable; the number of NPC models has increased only by a handful; dialogue trees with I didn't care too much for The Witcher, getting about halfway through it at release. I've since finished it as the Enhanced Edition. It's improved but still far from perfect: the overlapping quest chains can get tangled and be confusing-- sometimes a quest will bug out and be incompletable; the number of NPC models has increased only by a handful; dialogue trees with nonsensical headers have been improved greatly but you still must zone to see a new dialogue if you've done what the NPC wanted and they have something new to say, and you also have to stop your conversation if a NPC gives you a quest, even though they have more dialogue choices available; most of the truly cringeworthy voiceover has been replaced with professional-quality work, although some perfectly fine stuff from the first version was inexplicably replaced with a lesser quality iteration. Anyway, what makes the game truly great and a truly adult one (once you cut through the pretensions to maturity like profanity and casual sexual encounters and dirty playing cards featuring boobies) is the narrative. It is why the game has such a following; I didn't see it their way at first, but they were right. The dialogue is good stuff, and the themes are 'adult' in the real sense of that word: there is no good and evil, only choices. Moreover, the gameplay is old-school cool as well: The Witcher doesn't condescend to hand-hold like nearly every other game of any genre on the market today; you have to pay attention and have patience. No one will explain it all or make it easy for you. Thankfully, in The Witcher, you are not in a vicarious first-person movie in which the gameworld caters to you so much you might as well be a virtual cow in a virtual chute. Oh, and the combat system has a charm all its own; it's a simple single click mechanic that gets more complicated fighting multiple enemies; a skilled player can turn any fight into a slick ballet of death: the motion-captured swordplay, acrobatics (and the gory finishing coup de graces) are loads of fun. But this is getting too long, so I'll say it like this: The Witcher is a flawed masterpiece: 3 parts one-of the-best RPGs-ever made and, regrettably, 1 part bargain bin title. The recent controversial heir to the RPG throne, Oblivion, was technical perfection and a great game in it's own right; but in terms of truly engrossing story and depth, it can't hold a candle to The Witcher.… Expand
  15. HollyC
    Feb 17, 2009
    9
    I'm sort of glad I only caught on to this phenomenal game with the Enhanced Version--after hearing about the uproar regarding crashes, bugs-etc in the original (esp given how desperately people wanted to play this game) because this game is so masterful I would have put up with it then (but ugh). However, Witcher Enhanced--was fairly solid for me. A few crashes here and there after I'm sort of glad I only caught on to this phenomenal game with the Enhanced Version--after hearing about the uproar regarding crashes, bugs-etc in the original (esp given how desperately people wanted to play this game) because this game is so masterful I would have put up with it then (but ugh). However, Witcher Enhanced--was fairly solid for me. A few crashes here and there after long hours of gameplay--but not at all bothersome. As for the game-- I haven't loved an RPG like this since the Baldur's Gate series (tho I really liked Oblivion & Bioshock). This is definitely a game for mature teens & up (i'm sure some adults aren't even mature enough to handle it). Marvelous gameplay/moral relativity and just a solid storyline even among a genre that's chalk full of cliches (this has them, but done well, you don't care). Great job and I hope they continue with a second Witcher.… Expand
  16. PaulM.
    Nov 8, 2008
    9
    I missed the original version of this game, but I am sure glad that I discovered the enhanced version. The Witcher is a mature, intelligent and brilliantly realised form of digital literature. The closest comparison I can make is with Oblivion, which is a better produced and technically proficient game, but cannot match The Witcher for storyline, dialogue and atmosphere. The Witcher looks I missed the original version of this game, but I am sure glad that I discovered the enhanced version. The Witcher is a mature, intelligent and brilliantly realised form of digital literature. The closest comparison I can make is with Oblivion, which is a better produced and technically proficient game, but cannot match The Witcher for storyline, dialogue and atmosphere. The Witcher looks great and the music truly enhances the experience, however it does not reach perfection due to long load times (even in the enhanced version) and some technical glitches with the story mechanics which required regression to an earlier save. These quibbles aside, The Witcher is a fantastic RPG experience, and for the week it took me to finish the game, I was Geralt of Rivia.… Expand
  17. KostasI.
    Dec 20, 2009
    9
    This game is simply awesome. The 3D version in terms of details that flesh out the world and characters of Baldurs Gate 2. At first i was disappointed with the combat system but you learn to overcome it quickly and it actually becomes very fun if you pick up the potion/ bomb and weapon coating making. The consequences of your actions are always there to remind you to be careful of what This game is simply awesome. The 3D version in terms of details that flesh out the world and characters of Baldurs Gate 2. At first i was disappointed with the combat system but you learn to overcome it quickly and it actually becomes very fun if you pick up the potion/ bomb and weapon coating making. The consequences of your actions are always there to remind you to be careful of what you say and do and the world you play in feels very alive. Its a very dark game with mature themes that do get presented believably and the language is realistically harsh as well. This is very welcome indeed. RPG bliss in all its glory even if it is a fact that you play a predetermined character. Night and day cycles, character schedules, trust and betrayal, neutrality, cause and effect, action and reaction, its all there to be experienced the way the player wishes. You have a place in the world and it shows. The game grafically is dark, gritty, realistic and especially unwelcome. You are always feeling in constant danger which is a good thing. Music is well done and fitting throughout the game and acting performances are also good enough without winning any oscars. They are just universally well done enough to not detract between great - horrible as many other games of the genre tend to do. If you can bypass the initial shock of the bemany style combat system and sink your teeth a little deeper you are sure going to find a game worth of your time and money and now with the Enhanced edition things are even better since most of the serious flaws that plagued the initial release of the game are no more (like loading times who are now at a perfectly acceptable level instead of absolutely unbearable). Just go get this game and see what the fuss is all about.… Expand
  18. SkarpH
    Mar 15, 2009
    8
    Pretty engrossing game. I didn't buy the original because I was on the fence about it. But now, after quitting WoW, and having a week of free time to kill, I decided to give it a shot. Plus, you can, in fact, buy the original game and upgrade it to enhanced version for free (this saves you about 25 bucks), This is the RPG that really aged with the audience. I'm not as old as Pretty engrossing game. I didn't buy the original because I was on the fence about it. But now, after quitting WoW, and having a week of free time to kill, I decided to give it a shot. Plus, you can, in fact, buy the original game and upgrade it to enhanced version for free (this saves you about 25 bucks), This is the RPG that really aged with the audience. I'm not as old as some of these guys, but I grew up with FF6-7, Chrono Trigger, etc and as those types of RPGs progressed, they really didn't change much as my tastes mutated in leaps and bounds. I mean, you look at final fantasy and it's basically the same melodrama infested RPG it used to be, just now they take more cues from JPOP and anime (which in my mind is a severe detriment). The Witcher, on the other hand, is far more gritty and real. It's a step above the Oblivions and the Fallouts in its story and setting. The game play and graphics still need some work, and the camera takes some getting used to, but this game is just really engrossing, and it pushes the boundaries of the RPG genre to a more adult oriented ground. The main problem I had with games like Oblivion/Fallout and other types of open world games was the lack of a significantly well made plot. The Witcher has a great plot that really keeps it in the focus instead of throwing it to the backburner. In Oblivion, I really never bothered about the plot, preferring to simply do the Assassin's Guild quests and leaving it at that. In The Witcher, there's no such problem. The Witcher does have a myriad of issues though. I don't really care about loading times on my computer, they're not such a big deal. However, there are issues with the graphics/models; they're not very polished. Reviewers say this is the best the engine can do though, so whatever. Another HUGE problem is the map. It blows really bad. Another issue is the camera. Unlike WoW, where right-clicking and holding will allow you to turn the camera, the mouse in The Witcher simply turns whenever you move the mouse. This is really annoying and causes the user to pause a LOT to mess with inventory instead of doing it on the move. I also didn't find any key for auto run. In short, The Witcher is the next step in the RPG genre as it ages with its player base, and a game no RPG fan should miss out on.… Expand
  19. BoM.
    Jan 23, 2010
    10
    Awesome game. Some complain about not being able to hop over obstacles, or draw a sword whenever you want; to me, minor details. The storyline is great. Can't wait for the sequel.
  20. JordanR.
    Dec 26, 2009
    9
    Seriously one of the best games of its genre. Aside from a few small issues with the quests and a bit of confusion traversing the map this game is a true diamond. Considering some of the rubbish out there saturating the game market this is seriously a must have for true gamers.
  21. K.W.
    Apr 28, 2009
    10
    This is simply an amazing game. If you love an epic dark fantasy single player RPG, this game is for you. I am stunned that this is such an underrated title. Get the word out about how good this RPG is! It is up there with Oblivion, Mass Effect, World of Warcraft, etc.
  22. TemplarGR
    Sep 9, 2016
    9
    Great underrated RPG, for its time. I fallen in love by the time i tried the demo version. The graphics were really good for the standards of the era, dialogue was mature and believable, story and setting seemed really great (it was Witcher after all), and it was an RPG game during a period when they had began getting out of fashion.

    It has many flaws, and especially today, this game is    Great underrated RPG, for its time. I fallen in love by the time i tried the demo version. The graphics were really good for the standards of the era, dialogue was mature and believable, story and setting seemed really great (it was Witcher after all), and it was an RPG game during a period when they had began getting out of fashion.

    It has many flaws, and especially today, this game is difficult to recommend. The graphics while still good, are nowhere near modern standards, and the gameplay may seem slow, boring and tedious. Still, it is worth a playthrough, especially if you want to play the Witcher 3. In my opinion, this is a better game and RPG than Witcher 2, considering the 4 year difference.    … Expand
  23. ErNestoS
    Dec 18, 2020
    8
    Т.к я проходил первого ведьмака в 2018 году, буду говорить через призму современности. Фанатам ведьмака явно стоит поиграть в эту часть, возможно сейчас их будет раздражать система боёвки, которая в действительности не идеальна, и честно говоря сюжет первой части запомнился мне меньше всего.Т.к я проходил первого ведьмака в 2018 году, буду говорить через призму современности. Фанатам ведьмака явно стоит поиграть в эту часть, возможно сейчас их будет раздражать система боёвки, которая в действительности не идеальна, и честно говоря сюжет первой части запомнился мне меньше всего.
  24. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
    Excellent game.
    The Witcher is a masterpiece.
    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  25. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    Pas mal, pas mal ! il faut du temps pour se plonger dans cette approche de l'heroic-fantasy assez particulière que propose The Witcher dont le héros n'a a priori que le charisme d'un beignet et la tronche d'un vieillard. Une approche pourtant très réaliste (grâce également au background soigné) à la manière du premier Dragon Age mais avec le politiquement correct... en moins !

    Gérard    Pas mal, pas mal ! il faut du temps pour se plonger dans cette approche de l'heroic-fantasy assez particulière que propose The Witcher dont le héros n'a a priori que le charisme d'un beignet et la tronche d'un vieillard. Une approche pourtant très réaliste (grâce également au background soigné) à la manière du premier Dragon Age mais avec le politiquement correct... en moins !

    Gérard peut se bourrer la gueule dans les tavernes, se mettre sur la tronche avec des abrutis pour quelques pièces et bien sûr lever de la jambonneuse à la moindre occasion (Gérard tire tout ce qui bouge, même les chèvres). Le langage est aussi parfois particulièrement "fleuri", ce qui ne manque pas de piquant.

    Le combat est très bien pensé (avec choix de la vue et possibilité de faire pause) et la nécessité de se documenter sur les monstres pour mieux connaître leurs points faibles -et... mieux les tuer- ajoute au réalisme (ou en tout cas à la crédibilité) dont je parlais plus haut. Techniquement c'est pas vilain sans être extraordinaire mais on note quelques environnements qui rament, même avec une carte récente.

    La VF est de bonne facture et la musique est correcte. Seulement (!) 3 ou 4 plantages pour un jeu à l'histoire assez complexe et aux choix qui ont un impact assez énorme, c'est plutôt bien "payé". Même s'il s'agit de l'édition "améliorée & augmentée" et dans ce cas on n'ose imaginer le comportement de l'édition normale originale...

    Je termine sur quelques soucis tout de même : le design des menus et de l'inventaire sont très perfectibles et au moins une quête -vitale pourtant- n'a pas de marqueur de carte ! beaucoup trop de copié-collé sur les visages des pnj et des temps de chargement importants. Enfin, en dehors des choix cruciaux, on manque de contrôle (et de choix) dans les conversations que l'on subit un peu trop. N'est pas Bioware qui veut... mais malgré tout, CD Projekt a réalisé un RPG surprenant qui fait honneur à la superbe saga de Sapkowski.    … Expand
  26. KARF4GEN
    May 10, 2018
    8
    Хоть пан Сапковский и не одобрил именно продолжение своей истории, думаю лучше рассказать историю Северных королевст и Геральта Ривского нельзя.
    Это пусть и коридорный, но такой приятный РПГ слэшер с чарующей музыкой, мифологией восточных славян и основой из одной из сильнейшей фэнтези вселенных.
    Изначально это не была игра ААА класса, но любовь и талант с которой она сделана сотворила    Хоть пан Сапковский и не одобрил именно продолжение своей истории, думаю лучше рассказать историю Северных королевст и Геральта Ривского нельзя.
    Это пусть и коридорный, но такой приятный РПГ слэшер с чарующей музыкой, мифологией восточных славян и основой из одной из сильнейшей фэнтези вселенных.
    Изначально это не была игра ААА класса, но любовь и талант с которой она сделана сотворила чудо.
    Для любителей качественного РПГ и красивых историй обязательно к ознакомлению.
    Гениальный и аутентичный мир раннего фэнтезийного Средневековья по мотивам произведений пана Сапковского был перенесен на рельсы игры.
    Перенесен не без проблем, студии приходилось продавать левый алкоголь ради заработка, что говорит за любовь к своей профессии и проекту.
    Начало трилогии показало безумный потенциал студии и доказало, что творец должен быть голодным.
    Надеюсь после третьего Возьмака в других проектах поляки опровергунт эту истину и выйдут на новый уровень.
    С теплотой вспоминаю как заставлял себя в нее играть, да, с механикой все сложно.
    Нужно перетерпеть и окунуться в этот мир, никакие биовар и рядом не стояли со своим DA.    … Expand
  27. ItGeraltOfRivia
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Одна из первых моих рпг, графика даже для своего времени была просто норм, боевка так себе, но вот сюжет очень интересен, после школы с удовольствием проходил ее, да и спустя 5 лет было интересно перепроходить. Советую всем любителям рпг и интересных историй и даже сейчас можно в нее играть если не оттолкнет графика и боевка.Одна из первых моих рпг, графика даже для своего времени была просто норм, боевка так себе, но вот сюжет очень интересен, после школы с удовольствием проходил ее, да и спустя 5 лет было интересно перепроходить. Советую всем любителям рпг и интересных историй и даже сейчас можно в нее играть если не оттолкнет графика и боевка.
  28. AnonymousMC
    Nov 29, 2008
    8
    This game truly gave a feeling that maybe today's RPG can indeed be RPGs, you can roleplay in it! A feature that I haven't seen in a CRPG for years. There are good options which really make you think and now with no naive black & white morality.

    But there are some mechanics which don't just fit. The combat system tries to be something new and innovative but becomes dull    This game truly gave a feeling that maybe today's RPG can indeed be RPGs, you can roleplay in it! A feature that I haven't seen in a CRPG for years. There are good options which really make you think and now with no naive black & white morality.

    But there are some mechanics which don't just fit. The combat system tries to be something new and innovative but becomes dull and repetive. The potions and mini-games (gambling, bar fights etc.) are nice touch. But there are still many techinal glitches and bugs and the game may not run well even if you exceed the recommended settings. There are also stupid and boring fetch and kill quests which remind me of modern day MMORPGS: "Bring me ten feathers!". It's a surprise that in a single-player game you even have this kind of empty quests.

    After all The Witcher kept me playing for days and I'm a big fan of RPGs. Try it out!    … Expand
  29. AnonymousMC
    Oct 6, 2008
    10
    Already an absolute masterpiece in my eyes a year ago, and this update has launched it to easily the best RPG I have ever experienced (and I've played most). It stuns me just how shallow many of the reviews of this game are, dismissing it as a whole on account of one or two flaws, such as load times or not liking the combat model (which is highly subjective)
  30. DogFacedGod
    Mar 16, 2013
    8
    A dark and brooding RPG with a very interesting story, enjoyable NPCs, a dark but graphicly pleasing world. The story will give you some hard choices. It is however a bit buggy. I suffered from quite a lot of CTD's and Geralt doesnt always do what I want :p. The combat while feeling refreshing at first, needs a bit of meat and feels somewhat clunky at times (Example: changing swords duringA dark and brooding RPG with a very interesting story, enjoyable NPCs, a dark but graphicly pleasing world. The story will give you some hard choices. It is however a bit buggy. I suffered from quite a lot of CTD's and Geralt doesnt always do what I want :p. The combat while feeling refreshing at first, needs a bit of meat and feels somewhat clunky at times (Example: changing swords during combat)., the collectible nudity card element is a bit pubescent and out of place. If you look for a strong story driven RPG, this is the game for you.… Expand
  31. Richardca84
    Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Beautiful game. Great story and a great plot. It is pretty good at keeping you wanting to play as long as you enjoy a single-player game in the third-person view.
  32. TUHD
    Oct 26, 2014
    9
    It's a good game. Flat-out likeable. Yet there's one flaw in it - the fighting system. Constant clicking. Once you get used to it, it will feel good enough and you'll make chains of attacks - but getting it can be oh so annoying. Even if you after some time return to the game - you'll get the feeling of 'oh **** I forgot it works like this.' The story is good, the graphics while slightlyIt's a good game. Flat-out likeable. Yet there's one flaw in it - the fighting system. Constant clicking. Once you get used to it, it will feel good enough and you'll make chains of attacks - but getting it can be oh so annoying. Even if you after some time return to the game - you'll get the feeling of 'oh **** I forgot it works like this.' The story is good, the graphics while slightly dated by now remain nice to see.
    It's an underrated classic sadly    … Expand
  33. Pelu
    Apr 20, 2014
    9
    Probably the best PC RPG I've played. Mostly due to great plot, characters, factions and mostly interesting quests. An adult world where you can't please everyone. For these reasons, I enjoyed it more than Oblivion or Skyrim. However, the combat system is not as interesting, and the first 2 hours of the game might feel boring. Also, money does not really have value, as it is better to justProbably the best PC RPG I've played. Mostly due to great plot, characters, factions and mostly interesting quests. An adult world where you can't please everyone. For these reasons, I enjoyed it more than Oblivion or Skyrim. However, the combat system is not as interesting, and the first 2 hours of the game might feel boring. Also, money does not really have value, as it is better to just find the better stuff from enemies and environment.… Expand
  34. Swatpl
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    This Game just became a legend a many years ago, this fantastic world which Mr Sapkowski created have a magnificent slavic and Polish accent that can not be counterfeited
  35. Dusty_Hayes
    Oct 4, 2012
    8
    A decent fantasy action role-playing game, the combat system requires tactical think due too three fighting styles and choosing between the steel and silver swords coupled with Alchemy the combat itself is a is a timed mouse clicking affair which can be somewhat off putting to some but once master is a fun and rewarding experience and you soon be hunting Trophy monsters. The Witcher has anA decent fantasy action role-playing game, the combat system requires tactical think due too three fighting styles and choosing between the steel and silver swords coupled with Alchemy the combat itself is a is a timed mouse clicking affair which can be somewhat off putting to some but once master is a fun and rewarding experience and you soon be hunting Trophy monsters. The Witcher has an adult themed story loaded with grit and lore supported with a great soundtrack, which is furthered by the consequences of the player's choices which unfold has the story progress's. The Witcher Enhanced Edition includes a "making of" DVD, a CD with 29 in-game soundtracks, another CD with "Inspired by" music, the short story The Witcher from the book The Last Wish, a map of Temeria printed on high quality paper, and the official strategy guide. In addition, a new and enhanced version of the D'jinni Adventure Editor this is a must for those who have played the Witcher 2 and certainly worth the checking for ARPG fans with the added bonus of the DRM removed by download the patch from the site.… Expand
  36. Banhammer0
    Dec 3, 2013
    9
    The Witcher. I already knew Witcher books before the game came out, so when I saw it on a store shelf I grabbed it without hesitation. This was the right choice. I completed the game 2 times, with different choices. The story is very mature and interesting. This is not a fairy-tale-like RPGish nonsense, it's based on Witcher books which are one of the best European dark fantasy series.The Witcher. I already knew Witcher books before the game came out, so when I saw it on a store shelf I grabbed it without hesitation. This was the right choice. I completed the game 2 times, with different choices. The story is very mature and interesting. This is not a fairy-tale-like RPGish nonsense, it's based on Witcher books which are one of the best European dark fantasy series. Geralt is my favorite character ever in a video game, closely followed by Ezio Auditore. Other characters very also very memorable.
    The game offers you a decent size world to explore, but filled with quests, interesting characters and mini-games like epic brawls in pubs. It never feels empty. The monsters are unique to the series, you won't meet any stereotype zombies and vampires. The combat system lacks somewhat, as it's very easy even on hard difficulty. It's backed up by excellent alchemy system, each potion really matters and have unique and powerful effects. Creating them is surprisingly satisfying, and since you can have only a few active due to them being toxic you need to choose carefully. There are also firecrackers and oils, so the crafting system is pretty robust. Your character gains talents that are basically skill points, skill trees are HUGE but not overwhelming and each skill does something different and interesting.
    As a bonus the game comes with a level editor so you can play player-created maps and quests after finishing the main story line.
    So does the Witcher have any flaws?
    Well the voice acting of main characters is superb, but minor characters very often have same voices, which is somewhat annoying. Also like I mentioned above combat is very easy once you grasp the basics.
    The world could have been bigger, it often feels like you don't have much space to breathe although it's never empty !

    Worse than the second part in the series, but still a great game on it's own it earns a 9/10    … Expand
  37. vence
    Mar 19, 2013
    9
    Very good game, interesting story and characters, graphically beautiful even running on my old laptop, its not open world like Skyrim but gives you nonetheless a lot of freedom.
  38. azarielrdm
    May 25, 2015
    8
    Gameplay
    -Controls are mediocre
    -Click accuracy is an issue both in combat and looting and is frustrating at times +Combat is fun but... -Deaths can be cheap +3 difficulty modes. Normal was not very challenging. Presentation +Fantastic story +Graphics still somewhat hold up against newer 3d titles. Environments are very nice -Locations are recycled quite often +UI does its job    Gameplay
    -Controls are mediocre
    -Click accuracy is an issue both in combat and looting and is frustrating at times
    +Combat is fun but...
    -Deaths can be cheap
    +3 difficulty modes. Normal was not very challenging.

    Presentation
    +Fantastic story
    +Graphics still somewhat hold up against newer 3d titles. Environments are very nice
    -Locations are recycled quite often
    +UI does its job
    +Sound FX are perfect. Sword fighting doesn't sound much better than this
    +Excellent soundtrack
    -Early Bioware style conversations with cardboard NPCs

    Enjoyment
    +The story kept me wanting more
    +Combat is fairly exciting
    -Be prepared for a LOT of walking through empty space and backtracking
    -Can only track one quest at a time which led to many an inefficient route while completing side missions

    Other
    +The length of the game felt just right
    +The ending and conclusionary action felt rewarding

    Biggest Pros
    +The story and lore
    +Rewarding sidequests
    +Strongly written dialogue and decent voiceover

    Biggest Cons
    -The game not listening to where you click is frustrating and it happens often
    -NPCs look terrible and act wonky in cutscenes but such was the time the game was made

    This game is worth a playthrough and is fun.    … Expand
  39. NyaR
    Jul 5, 2014
    8
    This game has a really good story and many hours of gameplay. Choices make outcomes, decisions are valued.

    I did not like that it took about three chapters to get the hang of the battle system, and even when I did it was not that great. The storyline, however, is superb.
  40. Ensaabahnur
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    Amazing game! I played it when it appeared and it blew my mind, on par with the Dragon age series or the baldurs gate series. Highly recommended
  41. Toffenuff
    Jun 19, 2013
    8
    Great and intriguing story and world, an even more intriguing main character, excellent voice acting, and the graphics were pretty impressive to boot.

    One of my biggest gripes is the tedious way of traveling around. Since it's not open world (I'm spoiled by open world/sandbox RPG games now), there are no shortcuts and you really do have to go on one specific route to get to where you    Great and intriguing story and world, an even more intriguing main character, excellent voice acting, and the graphics were pretty impressive to boot.

    One of my biggest gripes is the tedious way of traveling around. Since it's not open world (I'm spoiled by open world/sandbox RPG games now), there are no shortcuts and you really do have to go on one specific route to get to where you need to go. That got annoying to the point where I couldn't play through it for too long because of all the boring, reptitive, and unnecessary back and forth I had to do.

    Some fun monsters to fight. Really well done environments add to the immersion. Talents system was simple and fighting mechanics take a little getting used to but are easy enough. Gameplay is okay, but for me this was a story and character-driven game more than the actual action itself, which was a lot of fun at times but nothing too special at other times.    … Expand
  42. Basem101
    May 9, 2013
    8
    great story with a lot of "OH MY GOD" moments it would have been perfect with a good combat system it's a good experience and finally a very decent game to play
  43. omnipop
    Apr 1, 2013
    9
    Very good start of the series. Game has great story, massive amount of sidequests. Fighting is a little bit difficult in the beginnig, but when you learn it, it gives much fun.
  44. Programmer
    Dec 31, 2019
    10
    The most exciting and interesting game that I happened to play, I look forward to part 4.
  45. gracjanski
    Apr 3, 2018
    9
    Some people mention The Witcher on the same level as some classics like Baldurs Gate 2, Morrowind, Knight of the old Republic etc. In my view this game could be it, but the gameplay is not good enough. But step by step:
    The world is on perfect level: The NPCs got a lot of life, there are many details to discover, the political background is detailed and complex. In addition you have very    Some people mention The Witcher on the same level as some classics like Baldurs Gate 2, Morrowind, Knight of the old Republic etc. In my view this game could be it, but the gameplay is not good enough. But step by step:
    The world is on perfect level: The NPCs got a lot of life, there are many details to discover, the political background is detailed and complex. In addition you have very good music. The dialogs are on top level also: adult, happy, direct. One of the best, I could read since a long time. The story is well written and well presented. Not a big epos, but on a very good level. If you didnt have enough of this game, you can download a lot of mods. I played with a texture mod, that enhanced the graphic from 2011.

    The problem: the gameplay and that means, the core of every game: In the beginning I was excited about it, but it changed fastly. The fighting with the sword is mostly a reaction game, greetings from arcade games. In addition the controling is very bad, sometimes Gerald simply didnt do the commands, because the game played the animations to the end. There are some other gameplay elements, that are annoying. Yes, the inventar is still too small.

    Result: Surely a very good game, but not top.    … Expand
  46. TheLagbringer
    Jun 7, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Geralt of Rivia, the smoothest badass ever created.
    My friends recommended me this game. I was struggling a lot in the beginning as well as everyone who played The Witcher. I hated this game and at times came very close to uninstalling it. But I always thought "they said its good, there must be more to it" and kept playing. Indeed, after 3-5 hours into the game I understood. Behind a complicated story, totally ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ talents and combat mechanics there lies one of the best RPG games I've ever played. After you grip the overall gameplay it will stop to irritate you and patterns will start to display. You will be able to enjoy the rich and immersive story, full of intrigues and twists and also those weird combats. The story is the strongest part of the game, it is very mature where decisions are hard with serious consequences and are never good or evil. They just define your political and personal preferences as you progress from an outcast monster killer. The game is also very long. I like to fulfill every quest, check all chests and barrels and enjoy games in general. With such approach, The Witcher took me 65 hours to finish. Every second was definitely worth it. Do yourself a favor, buy the game and play it. Don't get demotivated by prologue and the first act, keep playing and eventually you will get consumed, I guarantee you that. Last time this happened to me was when I played Fallout 2 few years ago, this game quite reminded me of it and I thank its creators for that.    … Expand
  47. iddqd4
    Mar 16, 2018
    8
    В свое время пропустил игру, наверстывать уже поздно, но талан CDPred был виден уже с самого начала.
  48. Cyraga
    May 3, 2015
    9
    I'd tried a few times to enjoy this game before and it had always eluded me. With Witcher 3 coming up and looking so impressive I decided I would plant myself in front of Witcher 2 until I had given it time to grow on me or cement my disdain for it.
    I have to say I'm glad I did. Before, the combat didn't make sense, the quests seemed ambiguous and the general flow of the game felt    I'd tried a few times to enjoy this game before and it had always eluded me. With Witcher 3 coming up and looking so impressive I decided I would plant myself in front of Witcher 2 until I had given it time to grow on me or cement my disdain for it.
    I have to say I'm glad I did. Before, the combat didn't make sense, the quests seemed ambiguous and the general flow of the game felt plodding and ponderous.
    This time, something clicked and I found that with some patience I learnt how the combat was meant to feel and I fell in love with it (mostly). The seamless jump from an Aard sign to stun, to a quick attack to close, then heavy attacks to tear chunks from the enemies health is addictive and gripping. My only gripe is that most fights tend to be either simple affairs of one or two-hitting trash enemies or somewhat frustrating Yrden/backstab fests while you dodge multitudes of other enemies. It sounds worse than it is though, the combat is punchy and satisfying and I can’t wait for more in Witcher 3.
    The questing system is still a bit frustrating. The game doesn’t warn you when you’re about to fail quests because you cross an arbitrary point in the story that is incompatible with whatever side quest you might have been working on. Again, this is a minor complaint, the system isn’t punitive and for the most part it’s clear when you’re about to enter a major story quest and need to wrap things up before you go on.
    I don’t know what it was that clicked, but I really can’t think of much to fault this game on. If Witcher 3 is everything we’ve been promised then I can only imagine where RPG’s will go from here, because it will be hard to match, let alone beat.    … Expand
  49. xspidermanx322
    May 13, 2016
    9
    So, this game is a treasure. This game marks the start of the amazing Witcher saga. So what if it looks kind of dated? So what if the combat is tedious sometimes and little wonky? The storytelling and lore in this game is so good. I'd go so far as to say the story of this game might be better than the main story of Witcher 3. I have a soft spot for this game, but I think you should give itSo, this game is a treasure. This game marks the start of the amazing Witcher saga. So what if it looks kind of dated? So what if the combat is tedious sometimes and little wonky? The storytelling and lore in this game is so good. I'd go so far as to say the story of this game might be better than the main story of Witcher 3. I have a soft spot for this game, but I think you should give it a shot. One note, after the prologue chapter and the 1st chapter. The second chapter is pretty hard to get through because it's awful. Look at a guide, mod it, and try to make it through that piece of **** It's not bad story-wise, but it's so tedious that it made me stop playing the game the first time I went through until I figured out a way the lessen how horrible it was. BUT OTHER THAN THAT! PLAY THIS GAME! It's got a great ending twist and really sets up an awesome trilogy of games.… Expand
  50. B1ackGuard
    Jul 14, 2015
    9
    Despite a lot of flaws and shortcomings The Witcher the best single-player fantasy CRPG of all published since Baldur`s Gate. The game is not standard and has a incredible atmosphere. The Witcher it is a rare product of the gaming industry, and industry role-playing games in particular. The game does not have the analog. The case when the developers have put own soul into the game, and didDespite a lot of flaws and shortcomings The Witcher the best single-player fantasy CRPG of all published since Baldur`s Gate. The game is not standard and has a incredible atmosphere. The Witcher it is a rare product of the gaming industry, and industry role-playing games in particular. The game does not have the analog. The case when the developers have put own soul into the game, and did so with the mind. The only flaw of the game in my opinion is old graphics engine, but otherwise it's a masterpiece. The game gives an unforgettable experience... get used to the role of Geralt of Rivia and live..… Expand
  51. Lucif3r
    Oct 3, 2019
    9
    Amazing game. I dont play RPGs often but this game managed to conquer my heart with its interesting characters and story. It has also an beautiful soundtrack and wonderful atmosphere. People pick on it for its combat but for me it was never an issue. I was looking for an story driven experience and this game sure does deliver it.
  52. Elissonx
    Aug 8, 2014
    8
    O jogo é de 2008 mas estou jogando agora em 2014 e por isso já dá pra ter uma ideia da fama que o jogo possui.

    Em termos de história, das escolhas morais pelas quests e das várias discussões dos diversos fóruns dedicados eu dou 10, mas pela jogabilidade atrasada, travada e bugs, 5. Assim:

    História = 10
    Jogabilidade = 5

    Nota = 7,5/10
  53. huss2215
    Nov 14, 2013
    9
    Graphics: The games graphics do look great, with nice lighting and good character design. It’s Still not the best, especially for a 2007 game. Some of the environment looks unrealistic like the plants for example have no sense of life to them, overall though it still looks good. 8.
    Sound: Amazing calming themes, and great voice acting. 10.
    Gameplay: The gameplay is unique because    Graphics: The games graphics do look great, with nice lighting and good character design. It’s Still not the best, especially for a 2007 game. Some of the environment looks unrealistic like the plants for example have no sense of life to them, overall though it still looks good. 8.
    Sound: Amazing calming themes, and great voice acting. 10.
    Gameplay: The gameplay is unique because it’s different from any game that I have played before. For starters the combat system is what makes this game unique. You have three different stances and different weapons which each are for particular type of enemies. Say your fighting a short dwarf, a stance changed to the hip would allow you to kill that particular enemy quicker, and if there’s a taller or bigger enemy that is attacking then a stance change where the witcher holds the sword above his head would be required. Now it’s not free combat where you just freely swing your weapon around. Instead you click on an enemy and the witcher begins to attack, then the arrow lights up and you must time your clicks with the mouse to keep the flow of combat going. Though this is something new, at times it feels overused and begins to get boring. Althought its always satisfying to switch to the lowest stance and hit enemies that surround you. The game is also a open world game similar to the elder scrolls games, but instead broken into chapter with each new chapter taking you to a newer area, or expanding on a previous one. The game is also similar to mass effect with conversation, and even allows you to make several choices which make an impact on the story. You can also develop relationships with characters such as romance, and earn sex cards for doing so. The leveling system is simple and there are plenty of skills to go through, although some may find it complex at first. The game allows for professions such as alchemy. 9.
    Story: I got lost trying to keep up with the story, because in the beginning its boring, but as you progress through the game, and near the end, it is satisfying. The game ends with a cliff hanger. 9.
    Lasting Appeal: Took me about 18 hours to complete the game, it’s definitely worth the 5 or 10 bucks I bought it from a steam sale (can’t remember exact price). 10.
    Overall Score: 9.2 out of 10.    … Expand
  54. wownd10405
    Feb 20, 2014
    9
    It was real fun work. Funny story and immerse it in a high degree of freedom in the game. It was a little uncomfortable, but the combat system was okay.
  55. Deadly_Traveler
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    Have just completed it. One of my favourite games now.
    But seriously the game is marvellous. Graphics are pretty good despite engine CDProjectRed used was bad, soundtrack is glorious (felt satisfaction running around in Chapter IV, best incidental music imho) and the greatest - plot. The plot is absolutely perfect, no matter how many jerks are creating story for all those over9000k-cost    Have just completed it. One of my favourite games now.
    But seriously the game is marvellous. Graphics are pretty good despite engine CDProjectRed used was bad, soundtrack is glorious (felt satisfaction running around in Chapter IV, best incidental music imho) and the greatest - plot. The plot is absolutely perfect, no matter how many jerks are creating story for all those over9000k-cost games, it won't be as intriguing, as gripping, as great as plot in "The Witcher".
    P.S.: Really 1 of my favourite games now.    … Expand
  56. Ninja_Se7eN
    Jun 4, 2016
    9
    The Witcher is an RPG that tries to do things a little bit differently.
    Focus is on preparation of your battle, not on the battle itself: the right potions, bombs and skills will make any battle easy but lack of them may make simple battles next to impossible (depending on difficulty).
    There's a deep story in this game with hard choices to be made with sometimes unforeseen consequences    The Witcher is an RPG that tries to do things a little bit differently.
    Focus is on preparation of your battle, not on the battle itself: the right potions, bombs and skills will make any battle easy but lack of them may make simple battles next to impossible (depending on difficulty).
    There's a deep story in this game with hard choices to be made with sometimes unforeseen consequences later in the game that the player must live with.
    It gives you a fantasy medieval universe yet it is a dark one where racism, hate, politic backstabbing and sickness plague its inhabitants.

    If you enjoy an RPG with a good story and deep choices or you simply want to see how The Witcher began (in the games) then this game is definitely worth picking up.

    Keep in mind that this game has little hand-holding and you may feel lost at times. You may also encounter some graphical glitches like I have (beards were flying everywhere xD).

    It's a great journey if you're willing to forgive it's shortcomings.    … Expand
  57. johnyct9760
    Oct 7, 2015
    9
    It's been said many times over but I'll echo, the combat leaves A LOT to be desired the the story and characters save the day big time! A- Great game with just a few minor faults.
  58. Witcharob
    May 20, 2014
    9
    Cons:
    -The fighting system is kinda primitive.
    -The pacing can get slow at times. Pros: -Excellent story -Excellent characters, specially Geralt. -Awesome decision system and the way those decisions determine the events of the game. -The morale of the game rejects black and white perspectives, giving it a more realistic feel. -DRM free. -You collect cards of the girls you nail!    Cons:
    -The fighting system is kinda primitive.
    -The pacing can get slow at times.

    Pros:
    -Excellent story
    -Excellent characters, specially Geralt.
    -Awesome decision system and the way those decisions determine the events of the game.
    -The morale of the game rejects black and white perspectives, giving it a more realistic feel.
    -DRM free.
    -You collect cards of the girls you nail! XD
    -Minigames like dice poker are fun.
    -Amazing music.    … Expand
  59. splitforces
    Jun 15, 2014
    8
    I am not a fan of the combat system but the world is very immersive and the story is above average for a modern fantasy game. Graphics are very good for their time as well. Overall I feel if you are willing to deal with sub-par repetitive combat then you will have a fun time with the story and world building.
  60. lionars
    Sep 1, 2018
    9
    A real discovery! Unexpectedly great game with good quests and characters from books
  61. Tomle1202
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    A janky gameplay experience alleviated by incredible characters and atmosphere.
  62. jacob4
    Feb 2, 2020
    9
    Though a bit clunky and awkward looking graphics by today's standards, the plot and and lore is still deep and memorable. The game is a great way to introduce new players to the world and mythology of The Witcher. The story is interesting and thrilling, and the characters are memorable. All the challenges and side quests will keep you busy unraveling what the story and plot has to offer.Though a bit clunky and awkward looking graphics by today's standards, the plot and and lore is still deep and memorable. The game is a great way to introduce new players to the world and mythology of The Witcher. The story is interesting and thrilling, and the characters are memorable. All the challenges and side quests will keep you busy unraveling what the story and plot has to offer. Definitely a great start for an epic franchise to take off!… Expand
  63. ShodanSpectre
    Dec 5, 2015
    9
    I am a fan of the Witcher series since I've read the books back in 2005 or so (and this fact really helped enjoy the game better) however even if you haven't read the books - this is a very good RPG in itself.

    The pros: + Good quality graphics, not a big deal for me gotta get that out of the way. + Wonderful soundtrack. Really immersive. + A nice "dark fantasy" world. Where elves get    I am a fan of the Witcher series since I've read the books back in 2005 or so (and this fact really helped enjoy the game better) however even if you haven't read the books - this is a very good RPG in itself.

    The pros:
    + Good quality graphics, not a big deal for me gotta get that out of the way.
    + Wonderful soundtrack. Really immersive.
    + A nice "dark fantasy" world. Where elves get racially discriminated, town guards take drugs as bribes, and use said drugs... Witches are trying to survive the ignorant mod that fears and hates them.
    + No "good vs. evil" - just a lot of people (and other creatures) with their conflicting goals, feels and wants.
    + With the above said - often you can decide who to help and how to judge those around you.
    + A lot of character development. You start as a guy who can barely deal with a couple rabid dogs, and end up taking out dragons (well, not quite 40-meter-long High Dragons like those found in Dragon Age, but 6-meter-long Wyverns) - multiple at a time, and beating much more dangerous creatures, as well as armed human enemies (mages, angry Templars, etc).
    + Not a lot of grinding for better gear. In fact you start out with quite decent gear: a Witcher's Steel and Silver sword, and not until quite late in the game can you find a weapon that's better.
    + There are ways to get very VERY powerful, if you figure out how to. It's no cheating or bug, just strategies that you HAVE TO learn if you wanna play on HARD. And there are multiple ones.
    + There are rune stones to use as a permanent upgrade to a sword, and it's nice that the better gear is rare and interesting to find, craft and upgrade (rather than something you can buy from the town merchant - just collect 100'000 gold, like in many RPGs)
    + Unique items are obtained through truly unique experiences, that may make you value them to a point that I chose to keep that item throughout Witcher-II game (using the import save feature)
    + No **** quests like "go hunt 10 squirrels and bring me the furs". Most quests are backed with a story that something really bad happened, and only a Witcher can help the person in need.
    + The quests match the protagonist, and feel on-the-spot. So unlike Commander Shepard saving the galaxy, and then being told to deal with some scumbags that stole something from a merchant, or the Inquisitor in Dragon Age looking for a lost cow.
    + Interesting characters. Many from the book. Yes you can make relationships with them, and even cheat on them if you wish to :-)
    + Overall, there are a lot of strategic and tactical things you are encouraged to learn, and a few things to upgrade (weapon and armor), but in a thoughtful way, (rather than the grind-to-get-top-level-gear way) the game is really hard to play on HARD unless you understand how to play it right.

    Cons:
    - You can't jump over a knee-high fence. WTF. But sometimes you can jump over the head of an enemy - this happens somewhat
    - The combat is a bit scripted... Not very manual control (no jump, no sprint, no duck or block), kind of an RTS-like feel to it. The "click at right time to strike a combo" is not bad, but gets old a bit too quickly. Maybe a love-it-or-hate-it thing.
    - The game world is a few isolated locations. They aren't very big either. Granted, they are nicely detailed, but will probably feel tiny to players coming from TES.    … Expand
  64. tupungato
    May 15, 2015
    9
    PROS:
    - Geralt's character development (with quite original method of talents)
    - potion making (includes picking of herbs, harvesting jaws of vampires etc.) - moral choices reflecting in changing attitudes of other characters - multitude of quests - some parts are really intense - deep, immersive story - nice music, beautiful landscapes, amazing architecture - seducing women is    PROS:
    - Geralt's character development (with quite original method of talents)
    - potion making (includes picking of herbs, harvesting jaws of vampires etc.)
    - moral choices reflecting in changing attitudes of other characters
    - multitude of quests
    - some parts are really intense
    - deep, immersive story
    - nice music, beautiful landscapes, amazing architecture
    - seducing women is kind of fun
    - becoming master of dice poker and fist fighting is also kind of fun
    - original monsters

    MEH:
    - somewhere midgame you get a lot of bothersome "run here, talk, run there, talk" quests
    - you need to adjust to game's combat system
    - first 30-90 minutes of the game are kind of boring

    CONS:
    - you don't get to use many weapons or armors, because other weapons than swords are not usable in witcher battle styles making them ineffective especially later in the game
    - after you start feeling which skills are important and focus on developing them, fighting becomes quite easy

    Overall: you need to bite the bullet and endure the first hour of the game. After that you get a really good, immersive RPG with damn good story and lots of locations.    … Expand
  65. gloriouspotato
    Jun 17, 2015
    8
    A solid and enjoyable game overall. What differentiates The Witcher from other RPGs is its superior character development and moral ambiguity. Choice and consequence is definitely a major component of the story, and it's interesting to see how it all manifests in the later chapters.

    Unfortunately, the game is slow to start, and the story doesn't really move forward until reaching    A solid and enjoyable game overall. What differentiates The Witcher from other RPGs is its superior character development and moral ambiguity. Choice and consequence is definitely a major component of the story, and it's interesting to see how it all manifests in the later chapters.

    Unfortunately, the game is slow to start, and the story doesn't really move forward until reaching Chapter 2 and 3. The combat system is similar in that it feels clunky initially, but you learn to tolerate and even enjoy it upon learning more signs and becoming more familiar with it, though fighting drowners and other trash slowly becomes more arduous and repetitive as you progress. Other criticisms include the sheer amount of backtracking there is, particularly in chapters 1, 2 and 4. Also, the weird quest progression in chapter 2.

    Overall rating: 7.7/10    … Expand
  66. styku91
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Great meaningful story is definitely the strongest advantage of the game. What developers made out of the old NWN engine is simply astonishing. One of the few cRPGs that are not only about grinding monsters, collecting loot and leveling up, must-play for fans of the genre.

    On the bad side - combat system makes encounters repetitive, so if you're a lot into action games, lower the score to 8/10.
  67. scribeofthemist
    May 21, 2015
    10
    There were so many graphics that my PC turned off and wouldn't come back, even though it survived everything from ACU to FC4 to Dying Light at Ultra settings. 10/10 would blow up my PSU again.
  68. bskierys
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    This is a great beginning for the perfect trilogy. The atmosphere, quests, and story are just brilliant. This game deserves more recognition.
  69. Frenetik
    May 29, 2017
    8
    The Witcher is a good example of a story told right. The choices and consequences system is well done, it adds replay value and it influences the ending. Also I like the fact that you can remain neutral throughout the whole flaming rose vs nonhuman conflict.
    The story kind of loses focus in chapter IV which i think is the weakest of all because it forces you to do some random quests that    The Witcher is a good example of a story told right. The choices and consequences system is well done, it adds replay value and it influences the ending. Also I like the fact that you can remain neutral throughout the whole flaming rose vs nonhuman conflict.
    The story kind of loses focus in chapter IV which i think is the weakest of all because it forces you to do some random quests that don't relate to the main storyline that much.
    On a bad side, I encountered several crashes on windows 10. The game uses the aurora engine which is known for its bugs and map limitations. It sucks that there are very few face models for NPCs, and that I cant customize Geralt at all (there are a total of three armors in the whole game).
    The combat is not that great but you get used to it and after a few hours of playtime it doesn't represent a problem anymore.
    In the end this is a very good lengthy RPG (it took me 44 hours with a few side quests done) with a mature tone and interesting storyline.    … Expand
  70. zampaconi
    Jul 30, 2016
    9
    Recensione temporanea da sostituire non appena disponibile quella definitiva. Recensione temporanea da sostituire non appena disponibile quella definitiva.
  71. Hosty
    Nov 2, 2015
    9
    If you are into RPGs, give this a try. I sure did a few months ago and it was great, I loved it.

    On the contrary of many people here who claim there are bugs, I myself did not encounter any such bugs through the entirety of my playthrough (64 hours), but I must admit, in some parts the story IS cliched but in some it is really original and fresh. Some people say it's mysogynist, I don't    If you are into RPGs, give this a try. I sure did a few months ago and it was great, I loved it.

    On the contrary of many people here who claim there are bugs, I myself did not encounter any such bugs through the entirety of my playthrough (64 hours), but I must admit, in some parts the story IS cliched but in some it is really original and fresh. Some people say it's mysogynist, I don't mind, that is their opinion. But this game is not made with the idea to be offensive to women, but to portray how it actually was in medieval times, when women certainly did not have the same rights as men.

    Back on topic, if you played TW2 or TW3 before touching this, you will probably not enjoy it as much as I did, infact I didn't like TW2 one bit when I seen all the difference from the first game to the second game. To this day I don't consider TW2 a true RPG, but more of a half life with rpg elements forced in.
    Then there's the debate of combat, how combat isn't very good. Well my opinion is that the combat is pretty good, with all the different styles you had to choose from and adapt depending on your enemy, and the animtions/executions were pretty satisfying I think. There is no dodging, which is probably the most iconic thing of TW2 combat, and that's just not good in my opinion.

    Anyway, story isn't that bad with iconic characters growing on you as you progress int he game.

    The one thing the game is severely, objectively, lacking in is the voice acting department. It has really low quality but then again the game is pretty low budget. In the Enhanced Edition they re-did almost all of Geralt's lines and maybe others, but when you find old lines it's pretty funny to see how bad they were.
    The graphics aren't half bad either, with a few mods making them even better. I myself didn't use any mods for my first paythrough, and would definitely use a few if I'm ever planning to play it again.    … Expand
  72. sanchouz
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    One of the best RPG ever. The gameplay not so up to date but the music is wonderful and the story immersed into the world from the beginning, in some levels you feel like a detective
  73. HamimTheZeldaGe
    Feb 3, 2016
    10
    This Game Is Great And Let Me Tell You You Will Freaking Get A Nerd Boner Of How Great It Is As Much As I Love Witcher 3. Yes it is a better game but this game just gives me a great feeling each time i play it i love this game so much. So stop listening to me and get the game u retard hope u have fun playing the game best of luck
  74. JustSomeGamer
    Jun 16, 2016
    9
    This game blew my mind. This game is in my opinion what the perfect rpg looks like. The story is amazing, the characters are interesting, and this game has ACTUAL different routes that you can take, which result in different endings and world states. Sure, the combat is somewhat clunky, and there are some other minor flaws but those are nothing compared to the pros. 10/10 one of the bestThis game blew my mind. This game is in my opinion what the perfect rpg looks like. The story is amazing, the characters are interesting, and this game has ACTUAL different routes that you can take, which result in different endings and world states. Sure, the combat is somewhat clunky, and there are some other minor flaws but those are nothing compared to the pros. 10/10 one of the best rpg experiences I've ever had!… Expand
  75. MacMarrik
    May 20, 2016
    9
    Достойное начало игровой трилогии о ведьмаке Геральте из Ривии.

    Игра с замечательным саундтреком, который слушать одно удовольствие. Не плохой сюжет, который даёт нам погрузиться с полна в этот чудесный игровой мир. Интересные квесты, которые дают нормальную свободу выбора и/или дадут ощутить себя в шкуре ведьмака. Игра не линейна. Не на 100%, но есть не плохой выбор действий.    Достойное начало игровой трилогии о ведьмаке Геральте из Ривии.

    Игра с замечательным саундтреком, который слушать одно удовольствие.
    Не плохой сюжет, который даёт нам погрузиться с полна в этот чудесный игровой мир.
    Интересные квесты, которые дают нормальную свободу выбора и/или дадут ощутить себя в шкуре ведьмака.
    Игра не линейна. Не на 100%, но есть не плохой выбор действий.
    Графика не блещет, но не за это стоит любить первого ведьмака.
    Управление заточено только под клавиатура+мышь и для некоторых может показаться специфичным.

    Игра рекомендована любому любителю жанра RPG. Спасибо за игру польским разработчикам из CD Project RED. Польша STRONG!!    … Expand
  76. touchofheaven
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    Отмучился. Играть в это в 2020 году конечно тяжеловато, если бы это была не 1 часть Ведьмака, то я бы дропнул ее еще вначале на болотах. Было бы замечательно когда - нибудь увидеть ремастер этой игры, в котором бы изменили боевку, добавили побольше фасттревела (чтобы не наяривать туда сюда по пол Вызимы как курьер), в общем немного усовременили игру. История то здесь интересная, многоОтмучился. Играть в это в 2020 году конечно тяжеловато, если бы это была не 1 часть Ведьмака, то я бы дропнул ее еще вначале на болотах. Было бы замечательно когда - нибудь увидеть ремастер этой игры, в котором бы изменили боевку, добавили побольше фасттревела (чтобы не наяривать туда сюда по пол Вызимы как курьер), в общем немного усовременили игру. История то здесь интересная, много хороших квестов, вариативность на месте, юмора в диалогах полно. Ставлю 8 из 10, снимаю по баллу за боевку и болота.… Expand
  77. ActionRaider
    Aug 25, 2016
    8
    I am fairly new to the Witcher series and i played about two hours of the first game. my first thoughts were that the aiming takes a while to get used to and the battle system takes care of its self if you spam the left mouse key. as for one who prefers in depth battle mechanics and precision based game play it isnt the best but its something you can easily get over. i came more for theI am fairly new to the Witcher series and i played about two hours of the first game. my first thoughts were that the aiming takes a while to get used to and the battle system takes care of its self if you spam the left mouse key. as for one who prefers in depth battle mechanics and precision based game play it isnt the best but its something you can easily get over. i came more for the story and experience of all three games so a below average battle mechanic is something i can forget. my only other argument so far is that when you are on a quest it wont tell you where to go or display the objective on the side. you have to manually go through the map and click on the place you want to go rather than it already being set up like in other games. i give it an 8/10 because even though it may have bad mechanics that some may never get over it is something you can leave behind to enjoy the story.… Expand
  78. Jernas
    Apr 15, 2020
    8
    I'm a huge fan of the open world RPG games and since The Witcher is one of them, a really praised one in fact, I had very high hopes for it. In the next couple of paragraphs, I'll try to explain how did this relatively unrefined and rough around the edges game, ended up on my All-Time greatest RPG list.

    First of all, I played the Enhanced Edition so I'll be talking about this one and    I'm a huge fan of the open world RPG games and since The Witcher is one of them, a really praised one in fact, I had very high hopes for it. In the next couple of paragraphs, I'll try to explain how did this relatively unrefined and rough around the edges game, ended up on my All-Time greatest RPG list.

    First of all, I played the Enhanced Edition so I'll be talking about this one and not the regular version of the game. Now let's start with the graphics which, I think are roughly on par with Oblivion and Neverwinter Nights 2, but those games are four years old now so to be frank, The Witcher EE doesn't really look all that great. But nevertheless, graphics aren't that important, would argue some. What makes this game stand out is the story and how it's presented. It's centered around a witcher (a monster slayer) who is trying to hunt down members of a certain criminal organization called the Salamandra. It turns out that the Salamandra is much larger than it appeared to be at first glance. Also, it's important to note that the decisions you make in the game will change the course of some events later in the game, much like in Deus Ex. Those decisions also have an impact on The Witcher 2 if you will still have the first game installed on your hard drive. Some of the characters in The Witcher are very well done and I don't mean graphically. That includes the main protagonist Gerald and some of his girlfriends, namely Shani and Triss. The Witcher is, unlike most other RPGs such as Dungeon Siege, Titan Quest etc., a very dark themed game. Perhaps not as grim and dark as Diablo games, but still very dark. Even though the combat system is very similar to other RPG games, it's still innovative enough to not get repetitive after a while. Also I have to note that there are considerably less fighting in this game than in most other RPG games which means The Witcher isn't exactly a classic hack and slash game. There are some larger battles with maybe six or seven enemies at once, but that's about it. Other than that, herbalism and alchemy are pretty big and well made parts of the game. I like how Gerald learns about these things from the books.

    But there are also some problems with The Witcher. First of all, if you have a single-core processor or a slow dual-core one and are considering buying this game, just forget about it. It will stutter like hell in the crowded city of Vizima, perhaps even in the swamps. And that brings me to another part where this game isn't doing all that well. The swamps. The most boring part of the game, mainly because the beasts living there will always try to kill you and there is basically no way around that so you'll have to fight your way through their forces over and over again because the beasts are constantly respawning. This is the only part of the game that reminded me of other more classic RPG games. In the above paragraph I also mentioned that the graphics aren't that good which is very obvious with the character models in cut-scenes. Another thing that I mentioned in the previous paragraph is that The Witcher is not a classic RPG game. Yes you still level up and you can upgrade Geralds skills such as strength, dexterity etc. but in this game, there are only around ten or so weapons to use and I bet you'll only be using the two witcher swords, because they are by far the best and coolest weapons in the game. That's a bit of a shame because I always liked a hunt for better and bigger weapons in other games. For example, I am one of those few who liked Hellgate: London even though it had nothing to offer besides the chase for better and bigger weapons. Lastly, there are some bugs in the game and it can crash to desktop, so do not forget to save your progress every now and then.

    All in all The Witcher isn't a perfect game, but it's innovative in some areas, deep in others and generally very fun to play which is probably it's most important characteristic. Oblivion is still the best recent RPG out there but The Witcher in the second place isn't far behind.    … Expand
  79. Panica3643D
    Jun 16, 2018
    8
    На самом деле не впечатлила. Есть интересные ходы, есть интересный сюжет. Есть запоминающиеся персонажи. Но и минусов в этой игре тоже много.
  80. Joewashere
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Released during the deepest decline of RPG era, The Witcher really stands out amongst the "classics" of that period (Oblivion, Fallout 3). The game depicts the adventures of Geralt, a genetically altered monster hunter, who - in accordance with genre traditions - has lost his memory. The setting of the game, based on the works of Andrzej Sapkowski, is fairly grim and mature, with a lot ofReleased during the deepest decline of RPG era, The Witcher really stands out amongst the "classics" of that period (Oblivion, Fallout 3). The game depicts the adventures of Geralt, a genetically altered monster hunter, who - in accordance with genre traditions - has lost his memory. The setting of the game, based on the works of Andrzej Sapkowski, is fairly grim and mature, with a lot of violence, profanity and nudity. Most of the storyline is relatively low-key, being centered on finding out what exactly is going on around you, killing monsters, and solving mysteries – though there is also the factional conflict, political intrigue, and backstabbing.

    The main strength of the game is its focus on choices and consequences. Eschewing the simplistic "good/evil/random" options, The Witcher offers decisions in a morally grey area, often forcing the player to choose between the lesser of several evils. The character system is interesting but not overwhelmingly complex, featuring several different spells and swordfighting styles. A delightful addition is the excellent alchemy system, which allows the player to create a large variety of potions used in lieu of the traditional buff spells. The combat is fun, but while the rhythm-based fighting feels novel at first, it gets rather easy once you get the hang of it.

    Overall, you should play The Witcher if you are looking for an atmospheric action RPG in a gritty setting with an outstanding story, colorful characters, and a great soundtrack. Oh, and **** Everybody loves ****    … Expand
  81. owerfull
    Jan 18, 2021
    9
    To this day it's amazing game with incredible atmosphere which for me is as good as The Witcher 3 although darker. It's amazing action RPG, game combat is a little bit outdated but story and quests are awesome.
  82. TheHambro
    Mar 8, 2020
    8
    The Witcher is still a fantastic RPG even by today’s standards. Having played The Witcher 2 and 3 before finally diving into the original, I was very hesitant to play this one at first because of how outdated and clumsy it seems. While the game really does show its age (especially in terms of game design, interface, and combat), it truly sets the tone for the sequels in quest design,The Witcher is still a fantastic RPG even by today’s standards. Having played The Witcher 2 and 3 before finally diving into the original, I was very hesitant to play this one at first because of how outdated and clumsy it seems. While the game really does show its age (especially in terms of game design, interface, and combat), it truly sets the tone for the sequels in quest design, story, and the overall atmosphere.

    The visuals are still pretty damn impressive even for a 13 year old game. I can imagine the graphics blowing everyone away when it first released. In good old Witcher fashion, the music is beautiful and a pleasure to listen to. Preparation is (at least on the hardest difficulty) paramount: taking on the various monsters will require you to read about their strengths and weaknesses as well as preparing the necessary potions or oils to be successful. However, the “combat” is very bare-bones. Fighting is done automatically and boils down to timing your mouse clicks in a certain rhythm to perform the next chain of a combo. Is it the most engaging combat system ever? Definitely not, but it’s pretty awesome and oddly satisfying to watch Geralt pull off some pretty sweet combos. The bread and butter, however, is the atmosphere and tone the game sets. Everything from the story, to side quests, to the many characters you run into will ask you to make some difficult choices that will impact the story. It does a really good job of asking yourself what the lesser evil is in all the choices you make.

    The game does run into a few issues. For a game made in 2007, there are just some unexplained performance issues I ran into. My system is well above what’s required to run this, but I ran into some FPS problems in certain areas. My biggest gripe is that you can miss quests entirely or miss the chance of turning in completed quests if you advance the story far enough. It really isn’t an issue in the grand scheme, but it’s just a bummer missing out on some of the story because you didn’t know you had to finish quests before a certain point of the story.

    Honestly, if you played and enjoyed The Witcher 2 and 3, go back to its roots and play this one. It might take some time for you to warm up to this game, but it really is an awesome RPG. Yes, it is a bit dated, and yes, some parts of the game can be frustrating, but it’s more than worth your time to experience this very underrated title.    … Expand
  83. RagingPoet
    May 28, 2018
    8
    I actually liked some aspects of the original Witcher more than the Wild Hunt, despite knowing that it is obviously much less polished.
    Combat is clunky, item and skill systems are very boring, last two chapters are very linear. But at the same time that awkward combat system allows Witcher 1 to actually have some difficulty curve, rather then that instant plateau after player learns how    I actually liked some aspects of the original Witcher more than the Wild Hunt, despite knowing that it is obviously much less polished.
    Combat is clunky, item and skill systems are very boring, last two chapters are very linear. But at the same time that awkward combat system allows Witcher 1 to actually have some difficulty curve, rather then that instant plateau after player learns how to dodge roll properly in Witcher 3.
    Writing is good (if you ignore that almost every female character instantly tries to have sex with protagonist), but in the Wild Hunt it was better, especially for the side quests. Player's choices are plenty and a lot of them are even impactfull.

    Overall Witcher 1 is a good RPG and definitely worth playing.    … Expand
  84. Mobile
    Nov 10, 2017
    8
    ENG.
    I managed to consciously play the first part, only in 2016. As a result, after playing 20+ hours and not even reaching the middle of the game, I simply abandoned and did not return for almost a year. But the memories flickered, + it was necessary to go through the first part to close the trilogy about the Witcher. And it was unexpectedly fascinating, that very respite in one year,    ENG.
    I managed to consciously play the first part, only in 2016. As a result, after playing 20+ hours and not even reaching the middle of the game, I simply abandoned and did not return for almost a year. But the memories flickered, + it was necessary to go through the first part to close the trilogy about the Witcher. And it was unexpectedly fascinating, that very respite in one year, gave me new strengths and I went through the whole game in 5 days (if possible, skipping side quests ). The game for his time - Epic, even now such a player, who does not have much patience and perseverance, will also come to taste the first part. I began to get acquainted with the second part, then there was the third and, despite this, the first one was not nearly worse. Thank you very much to tell the developers who are interested in reading on Wiki or where else, how the game was created and how much work it cost. Thank you CDProjectRED.
    RU.
    Удалось сознательно поиграть в первую часть, только в 2016. В итоге наиграв 20+ часов и не дойдя даже до середины игры я просто забросил и не возвращался почти год. Но воспоминания теплились, + нужно было до пройти первую часть чтобы закрыть прохождения трилогии о Ведьмаке.И его было неожиданно увлекательно, та самая передышка в один год, дала мне новые силы и я за 5 дней прошел всю игру (по возможности не пропуская сайд квесты).Игра для своего времени - Эпик, даже сейчас такому игроку, у которого есть не много терпения и усидчивости, тоже придет по вкусу первая часть. Я вот начинал знакомство со второй части, потом была третья и не смотря на это первая не чуть не хуже. Огромное спасибо хочется сказать разработчикам, кому интересно почитайте на Вики или еще где, как создавалась игра и скольких трудов им это стоило.Спасибо Вам CDProjectRED.    … Expand
  85. pedrinhabrown
    Mar 31, 2019
    10
    A jogabilidade é o único ponto negativo do jogo, mas logo se acostuma! O jogo é muito bem narrado e não te enrola nas missões. Vale a pena jogar!
  86. atomlord
    Feb 29, 2020
    8
    Разработчикам удалось все кроме боевой системы. Но лучшее в игре это безусловно сюжет.
  87. c4rboni
    Mar 13, 2018
    9
    [PT-BR]
    The Withcer 1 é incrivelmente épico, trazendo uma historia maravilhosa e um enredo muito bem trabalhado, sendo lançado em 2007 sem muito investimento (que é notável ao decorrer da campanha).
    Pontos Positivos: -Historia Incrível (Faz você sempre querer continuar jogando e não parar mais) -Personagens carismáticos -Completo (O jogo é muito completo, possuindo muitas coisas    [PT-BR]
    The Withcer 1 é incrivelmente épico, trazendo uma historia maravilhosa e um enredo muito bem trabalhado, sendo lançado em 2007 sem muito investimento (que é notável ao decorrer da campanha).

    Pontos Positivos:
    -Historia Incrível (Faz você sempre querer continuar jogando e não parar mais)
    -Personagens carismáticos
    -Completo (O jogo é muito completo, possuindo muitas coisas para explorar e fazer)
    -Enredo Incrível
    -Universo Incrível
    -Dificuldade
    -Decisões (Você escolhe o caminho do jogo)
    -Trilha Sonora
    -Ambientação

    Pontos Negativos:
    -Jogabilidade (pode ser travada em alguns momentos)
    -BUGs (As vezes chega a ser a maior dificuldade do jogo)
    -Graficos (Não são lá essas coisas...)    … Expand
  88. Mpbpl
    May 3, 2021
    8
    This game is Amazing.
    Let's go over the cons first: the combat is hard to learn, it is very different from other games and will fight against you a lot int he beginning. After learning it, it's possible to forget the hassle that it was before but it never feels great to be in combat... I believe that the feel that the game wanted was exactly that, still it was not the "it's hard but it is    This game is Amazing.
    Let's go over the cons first: the combat is hard to learn, it is very different from other games and will fight against you a lot int he beginning. After learning it, it's possible to forget the hassle that it was before but it never feels great to be in combat... I believe that the feel that the game wanted was exactly that, still it was not the "it's hard but it is great" feeling more of a "annoying but short".
    and that's it.
    The rest is pure positive, the characters are SO MEMORABLE, on a game moved by player choice you get conflicted about what to do in almost all of them, concerned about what will become of the characters, what will become of the witcher. The game is how choices have consequences, and it flat out tells you in the beginning, in a not so subtle way. The monsters are creative and their relation to the world and how witchers react to them is something fresh and new.
    The music is really good, the sound was suprisingly awesome by the time, and the voice acting never made me lose any immersion.
    By the end, you just want to know more and more about this universe and the characters that live in it.    … Expand
  89. El_Manco
    May 20, 2018
    9
    The Witcher es una de las mejores sagas de la historia de los videojuegos, como Geralt de Rivia es uno de sus iconos por méritos propios. Puede que si no tienes edad para haber jugado al primer capítulo en su momento, puede que te haya sorprendido negativamente su imagen final, pero sin duda es un juego que merece la pena intentar jugar, si te gustaron los dos anteriores.. AlgúnThe Witcher es una de las mejores sagas de la historia de los videojuegos, como Geralt de Rivia es uno de sus iconos por méritos propios. Puede que si no tienes edad para haber jugado al primer capítulo en su momento, puede que te haya sorprendido negativamente su imagen final, pero sin duda es un juego que merece la pena intentar jugar, si te gustaron los dos anteriores.. Algún despistado, lo ha llegado a ningunear al compararlo con la tercera parte de la entrega, lo cual es de una falta de perspectiva alarmante. Cada uno de estos tres juegos ha tenido su momento, y en cada uno de ellos han sido juegos que han estado a la altura de este personaje y sus aventuras. Una de mis sagas preferidas, sin lugar a dudas.… Expand
  90. Fany000
    Jul 21, 2019
    8
    Very strong base for great games like the followers of the first Witcher are. Despite that, this is the most underestimated game in the serie. It has a lot of stronger and also weaker sides, but in all, it's the great and definitely one of the most overlooked pieces of the first decade of 2000s. All players that enjoyed third episode of Witcher serie should came back to the history of theVery strong base for great games like the followers of the first Witcher are. Despite that, this is the most underestimated game in the serie. It has a lot of stronger and also weaker sides, but in all, it's the great and definitely one of the most overlooked pieces of the first decade of 2000s. All players that enjoyed third episode of Witcher serie should came back to the history of the CD project Red, not only because this is, where the whole story begins, but also because, this is the great game, with great story, background, atmosphere and for me, it is the game that has the true witcher feeling, almost like in the books.

    Pros:
    + Storytelling
    + Witcher atmosphere
    + Unusual, but funny and interesting gameplay
    + Diverse quests (including sidequests)
    + Graphics is still looking good
    + Monsters
    + Legendary quotes
    + Original RPG system
    + Great Characters (except Azar Javed)

    Cons:
    - Optimization (mowing even on modern PCs)
    - A few boring phases in main story line
    - Combat system is quite repetitive after a few hours in the game
    - Azar Javed
    - Main story line is somehow predictable    … Expand
  91. Hayter
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Игра от Польской студии, выпущенная в 2007 году подарила массу положительных воспоминаний, как мне, так и остальным геймерам.
    Плюсов у этой игры море:
    + Сюжет (непредсказуемый и захватывающий) + Графика для 2007 довольно неплоха + Главный герой (Хладнокровный и загадочный, цепляет своей прямолинейность и мужеством) + Ключевые персонажи со своими отдельными историями и заморочками +    Игра от Польской студии, выпущенная в 2007 году подарила массу положительных воспоминаний, как мне, так и остальным геймерам.
    Плюсов у этой игры море:
    + Сюжет (непредсказуемый и захватывающий)
    + Графика для 2007 довольно неплоха
    + Главный герой (Хладнокровный и загадочный, цепляет своей прямолинейность и мужеством)
    + Ключевые персонажи со своими отдельными историями и заморочками
    + Довольно проработанный открытый мир
    + Элементы RPG здесь очень хорошо вписались
    + Возможность выбора ответов в диалогах
    + Разные тонкости сюжета, зависящие только от тебя
    + Музыка
    + Есть таверны, где можно напиться и начать драться с кулачными бойцами
    + Множество побочных заданий
    + Здесь есть голые девушки и карточки с ними
    + Выбор тактики боя, знаки, или классический ближний бой
    + Перевод
    + Русская озвучка
    ИЗ МИНУСОВ:
    - Иногда пропадает звук в диалогах
    - В субтитрах есть грамматические ошибки    … Expand
  92. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    While the graphics and mechanics may have been a little dated even at the time of the release, Witcher's story is very well thought out, and created a great foundation for the future of the series. The rural, Slavic atmosphere of the game is genuinely one of the best.

    There are some tedious quests, repeatable character models and some weird mechanics, but they don't stop you from having    While the graphics and mechanics may have been a little dated even at the time of the release, Witcher's story is very well thought out, and created a great foundation for the future of the series. The rural, Slavic atmosphere of the game is genuinely one of the best.

    There are some tedious quests, repeatable character models and some weird mechanics, but they don't stop you from having fun in it.    … Expand
  93. slim_leshaz
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    эту игру обязан пройти каждый, качественно проработанная сюжетка , диалоги, но боёвка желает лучшего , советую начинать знакомится с миром ведьмока с этой игры, она сделает из вас настоящего мужыка . И один совет если вы школьник и играете когда мама дома не надо заниматься любовью с девушками в игре потому-что после проведёного времени даётся карточка,а на ней голые девушкиэту игру обязан пройти каждый, качественно проработанная сюжетка , диалоги, но боёвка желает лучшего , советую начинать знакомится с миром ведьмока с этой игры, она сделает из вас настоящего мужыка . И один совет если вы школьник и играете когда мама дома не надо заниматься любовью с девушками в игре потому-что после проведёного времени даётся карточка,а на ней голые девушки
  94. SilverOrlov
    May 22, 2023
    9
    Played the game for the first time in 2013. But the hands reached the last parts, only the nearest time. Of course the graphics is outdated, but if we give rating without this thing, the game is good. It was uncomfortable at first to play because of the specific combat system, but after some time I got used to it ... however, I would not want to return to such a system again anymore. APlayed the game for the first time in 2013. But the hands reached the last parts, only the nearest time. Of course the graphics is outdated, but if we give rating without this thing, the game is good. It was uncomfortable at first to play because of the specific combat system, but after some time I got used to it ... however, I would not want to return to such a system again anymore. A story, a frank picture with allusions to sex and cards of girls, various monsters (with some you need to prepare for battle in advance, and not just run screaming "for the motherland"), walking through the spacious locations, mixing the elixirs... it was a cool adventure. And, of course, it could be advised to anyone. Unless, the outdated graphics won't confuse you.… Expand
  95. Tilt1k
    Jan 29, 2019
    8
    Amazing witcher universe with its dark theme and great characters. I just cant give it higher score because of the old- school combat system which was boring for me its just about spaming one button and sometimes using the witcher signs.
  96. n19ht1n9ale27
    Feb 4, 2019
    9
    The Witcher: Enhanced Edition is very good games. As for me, craft, locations, dialogs are amazing, but game has many problems with fighting. Its so bored. If you want to dive into the world of fantasy and an amazing story, buy.
  97. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    9
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 87 IIIIIIIIII====================
  98. res0nancer
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    Игра детства со всеми вытекающими ностальгическими чувствами. Рос на этой игре и не могу её оценивать объективно. Субъективно - Великолепна. Музыка, атмосфера, первые незабываемые для школьника впечатления, герой и диалоги. Не будет второй такой игры в моей жизни.
    Если абстрагироваться от эмоций и опыта, то в нее будет тяжело играть особенно сейчас, когда игры стали более удобны в    Игра детства со всеми вытекающими ностальгическими чувствами. Рос на этой игре и не могу её оценивать объективно. Субъективно - Великолепна. Музыка, атмосфера, первые незабываемые для школьника впечатления, герой и диалоги. Не будет второй такой игры в моей жизни.
    Если абстрагироваться от эмоций и опыта, то в нее будет тяжело играть особенно сейчас, когда игры стали более удобны в управлении, имеют более интуитивный интерфейс и понятно взаимосвязанные механики. В этой игре надо будет разбираться, скорее всего терпеть визуал и несовершенность первого крупного проекта CD Projekt Red. Попробовать можно до конца 1 главы, если не прониклись - не стоит душиться.    … Expand
  99. miczat
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    The music by Adam Skorupa and Paweł Błaszczak is wonderful. The game is part of history, and thoroughly enjoyable.
  100. jgmj921
    Jul 31, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Now that I played this 11 years after release, it's still for sure a masterpiece. The elements I treasure in WH are mostly there: deep plot and razor sharp lines, unique sense of humor, consistent character arc without limitations to simple good or evil. The fact that there won't be another Witcher game is simply depressing. Really like the part about Alvin which is a pleasant surprise.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

10
#10 Best PC Game of 2008
7
#7 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
3
#3 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. 1UP
    75
    The main adventure still has serious pacing problems, combat's still too easy for the most part, and load times -- though reduced -- continue to get in the way of the action.
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  2. Eurogamer
    80
    The new and improved package is increasingly attractive. There are still some rough edges, and moments of genuine drama are still undercut by how they're performed, but this is an agreeably driven RPG in an agreeably ornate package.
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  3. PC Format
    88
    Finally, The Witcher fulfills its potential, and, best of all, it's available as a free update, just in case you bought it anyway. [Nov 2008, p.110]
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