The Witcher: Enhanced Edition

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  1. Rudey21
    Jun 20, 2021
    9
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  2. meatmant
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
    Геймплей - 7/10
    Графон и визуальный стиль - 9/10
    Сюжет - 10/10
    Саундтрек - 10/10
    Общая оценка - 9/10
  3. Veles90
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    One of the most underrated games, mostly because of lower graphic quality and weird combat system. Nevertheless, game offers incredible storytelling and lore, and it's very easy to get caught up in game world
  4. Bason167
    Nov 14, 2021
    9
    Шедевр своего времени. Поставил девяточку, потому что игра устаревшая и некоторые механики в наше время могут отталкивать игроков. Хотелось бы увидеть ремейк.
  5. Nick7000
    Mar 5, 2023
    9
    Просто великолепно. Сюжет, геймплей, атмосфера - джиниус щит. На минусы боевки можно смело ложить большой и толстый, привыкаешь спустя пару часов и застреваешь в этом мире душой и сердцем.
  6. DarkFox82b
    Mar 12, 2022
    9
    Об'ємна, насищена духом Відьмака ігра, може забезпечити чудовий відпочинок на неділю. Нажаль, дубовість управління не дозволяє поставити 10. тому 9.
  7. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  8. in_sola_lupus
    Oct 17, 2022
    9
    I liked this game very much for its novelty, complex plot, a world that is so bright and different, versatile characters, freedom of choice, both for good and for bad, that is, you make your own choice and make it, and of course the main character, the witcher Geralt.

    At the beginning of the game, Geralt lost his memory and the witchers find him, his memory will be restored throughout    I liked this game very much for its novelty, complex plot, a world that is so bright and different, versatile characters, freedom of choice, both for good and for bad, that is, you make your own choice and make it, and of course the main character, the witcher Geralt.

    At the beginning of the game, Geralt lost his memory and the witchers find him, his memory will be restored throughout the game. There will be a lot of characters in the game, both positive and negative, many of them know Geralt, and even believe that he died, but Geralt does not remember anything, and this gives its own zest, and some irony on the part of Geralt.
    Throughout the game you have to face different types of monsters, knights, magicians ..., perform various tasks of your choice, you build your own Herald, let your choice be correct. You will also learn how to forge weapons, magic, and will create elixirs, as well as seduce beauties and have affairs with them! The game is very interesting, I advise everyone!    … Expand
  9. Engg
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I started playing this game, it seemed interesting with incredible moves and start. As I played on further, it got more interesting and it ran good on my system configuration. But later on I started feeling bored because of too many fights and the final chapter was lit. The character got so much powered up that it could defeat any of the mutants. So, I think if there would have been little less fights then it could have been better.… Expand
  10. SlashRevenge
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    Fantastic story and characters. My main complaint is the boring combat system. Unfortunately, the graphics don't age very nicely.
  11. Magical_Viktor
    Apr 30, 2023
    9
    Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»
  12. SpajASE
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    So for every rpg game which is made after 2004 i will say it's Fable like game ... :P ; anyway i love this game especialy becouse of the Wicther 2 . Combat i very intresting but script could be better.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. Horrux
    Dec 27, 2010
    8
    I found the witcher enhanced edition to be a pleasant surprise, but one that is very much an acquired taste. By this I mean that you have to consider the cultural difference of the game. Just as Stalker is very Russian, and Mount & Blade is very Turkish, this game is very Polish. The interface is like nothing else I have seen anywhere, the gameplay is quite unique, the story is of its ownI found the witcher enhanced edition to be a pleasant surprise, but one that is very much an acquired taste. By this I mean that you have to consider the cultural difference of the game. Just as Stalker is very Russian, and Mount & Blade is very Turkish, this game is very Polish. The interface is like nothing else I have seen anywhere, the gameplay is quite unique, the story is of its own style, and everything else is also far from what we are use to. So if you aren't in for something new and different, you will likely be too disoriented, befuddled and confused to enjoy yourself. Either way, you get use to how things work in this game, and they work very well. The more you play this game, the more you enjoy yourself. Recommended and 8/10.… Expand
  19. rambostyrer
    Mar 13, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First off: the things I didn't like.

    The combat system could be better. It consists of clicking the mouse at the right time for the hero to continue a combo, switching combat styles and weapon, considering what type of enemy you are facing. You do a LOT of pointless running back and forth, as there is no fast travel system, and that get really tedious. The amount of re-spawning enemies are - ridiculous especially low level enemies are all over the place! and it can get rather boring hacking through hordes of monsters all over the place. The dialogue scenes are just.....weired. they are poorly executed, the voice acting is dull, the characters has no animated facial expressions, and the way they express them selves with their bodies are strange to put it mildly. Personally I'm a big fan of open world games like oblivion and fallout, and this games i very restricted in the freedom of your movement and in the story. It is extremely buggy! throughout my first play-through I hardly used the quit game button, as the game crashed all the time. BUT all this considered i still really liked this game a lot.

    The visuals were good, maybe not technically, as the game is a few years old now, but the atmosphere created through the music, sounds and the visuals I thought were excellent. The whole tone of this games was done really well including the flawed personality of all the characters, the underlying conflicts and difficulties i the world the is set in (The plague, the war between races etc) made this a very interesting setting for the game. The story is good, and deep with a lot of twists and turns, minor subplots that are all connected with each other, creating a long a very deep and strong story for the game.

    The choices you have to make are.....heavy to put it mildly. all from what side to choose in a threatening civil war, to whom you save or don't to which friends to rely on or whom you alienate. That choices are many and have often unforeseen consequences, making the story even stronger, and give you a good platform for several play-throughs, playing a game with a slightly altered story every time.

    So all in all this i a very good RPG game, with som issues and flaws, most of whom is technical. I'm really looking forward to the next game, where, if they can create a just as strong story and setting, and removes the bugs and flaws of the first game will make a really strong game that will be a favourite with most gamers, fans of the RPG genre or not.    … Expand
  20. Greggor
    Dec 29, 2011
    8
    A fascinating RPG with depth and a creative story. It's not quite open-world, but it's not completely linear either. The combat takes a little getting used to, but you will be a master in no time. The different attack styles and weaknesses of enemies will keep you on your toes, and your playstyle and propensity for exploration will very much determine your success in the game as well asA fascinating RPG with depth and a creative story. It's not quite open-world, but it's not completely linear either. The combat takes a little getting used to, but you will be a master in no time. The different attack styles and weaknesses of enemies will keep you on your toes, and your playstyle and propensity for exploration will very much determine your success in the game as well as the difficulty. Do not be discouraged by the first boss fight; it's easily the most difficult fight in the game. For reference, I died against the first boss approximately 23-25 times, and I died less than 10 times for entire duration of the remainder of the game. I had a great time playing this, and I would recommend it to not only RPG fans, but anyone at all.… Expand
  21. jonandjim
    Apr 9, 2011
    8
    very good game. to be sure it could use some bug fix(s) but it is worth it for the story. it is far more heavy on story then other rpgs like(ahem) oblivion but is not as smooth gameplaywise.
  22. Talos84
    May 11, 2011
    8
    a great game, if you enjoyed the books pick this one up. i am looking forward to witcher 2. also be advise people this game is not for everyone. very dark and Gothic feeling. another word if your not going to do the whole game don't waste your money this game has to be played to the end to fully enjoy it
  23. Wowsa
    May 22, 2011
    8
    Good story. Engaging gameplay. Fun rpg where you must choose your actions carefully. Great effort by a small development studio. Recommended to folks that want to have a solid game with massive replayability.
  24. Thothistox
    Oct 15, 2011
    8
    Overall, this game is very playable and parts are quite absorbing. The environments are beautiful and some of the quests are highly original. The basic storyline is overrated and a bit mediocre as you are part of an elite group called witchers who are attacked by a gang of Bad Guys(TM) whom you pursue for most of the game. The other parts of the story are much better. Your character facesOverall, this game is very playable and parts are quite absorbing. The environments are beautiful and some of the quests are highly original. The basic storyline is overrated and a bit mediocre as you are part of an elite group called witchers who are attacked by a gang of Bad Guys(TM) whom you pursue for most of the game. The other parts of the story are much better. Your character faces a problem of identity. He has to balance his life as a witcher with dreams of being a family man. He has friends and lovers. He gets caught up in political machinations. All of this stuff has been done before in games, but this one does it thoughtfully and with rarely seen subtlety. TW1 is a game where things are not always as they appear, and some banal details later turn out to be highly significant. The game is also big, with a lot of maps to explore and a full five chapters plus epilogue and prologue. There are downsides too. While the art for the environments is beautiful, too many of the characters look as if the programmers drew them. Also, some of them look like their texture maps are low res or bugged. The combat, while usually painless, leaves very little room for developing individual strategy. The same can be said for promoting your character. You ultimately acquire 75% of the talents in the talent tree, and most people playing the game will have the same build by the end. The game also lacks selection in weapons and armor. The potions can be cool, but you only get the more interesting ones in the last fifth of the game. Another problem is that the quests require too much running back and forth across a huge map, often with the sole purpose of getting a new dialogue option. The other complaint I have is that the story doesn`t always make sense on the ``neutral path``. Overall, however, it`s still a solid game for the mature gamer with an ounce of patience.… Expand
  25. 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
  26. Katharsis
    Jun 24, 2013
    8
    I wouldn't recommend this game for everyone. I didn't like it right away and needed to give it a thorough chance before it grew on me. That said, this game is very fun. The only thing holding it back from being a great game is the engine, character movement, physics, and combat. The engine is the Aurora engine, which by the time this game came out was already showing its age. ToI wouldn't recommend this game for everyone. I didn't like it right away and needed to give it a thorough chance before it grew on me. That said, this game is very fun. The only thing holding it back from being a great game is the engine, character movement, physics, and combat. The engine is the Aurora engine, which by the time this game came out was already showing its age. To compare, Neverwinter Nights came out in 2002 and used the same engine, whereas The Witcher came out in 2007. Most all flaws I just listed come from how bad the engine is. The positives about the game are its attention to detail with the string of characters and narrative you encounter. The crafting system, alchemy, is very in-depth which myriad possible combinations; another good example of the attention to detail in this game. Combat may seem intimidating since it's quite different from other RPGs, but it honestly is easy to get used to. In fact the combat almost becomes *too* easy (even on the hardest difficulty) later in the game with upgraded talent trees, enchanted weapons, and a good amount of magical powers. The talent trees are another aspect of this game where depth and attention to detail can be seen. The story starts off fast, throws a lot of things at you in a short amount of time, but the game took me 40 hours to beat and I'm sure I missed a few side things here and there. The narrative in this game gets quite complex, with mystery becoming involved, betrayal, and even prophecy. The narrative weaves together beautifully to present a coherent and complex storyline. Overall, this game is good, has a few things holding it back, and it grows on you. It's definitely an esoteric title, which is why I can't recommend it to everyone. Give it a chance, see if it grows on you the way it did for me.… Expand
  27. 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
  28. Claytality
    Apr 7, 2017
    8
    Good RPG, has decent exploration, good plot, good leveling, quests and skill tree.

    Combat is somewhat automatic, you click on the enemy to attack, then wait for your character to combo until the cursor flashes and click again. There's a few spells but they are not too interesting. The alchemy is well done, it involves collecting ingredients and mixing potions, allowing you to heal or    Good RPG, has decent exploration, good plot, good leveling, quests and skill tree.

    Combat is somewhat automatic, you click on the enemy to attack, then wait for your character to combo until the cursor flashes and click again. There's a few spells but they are not too interesting. The alchemy is well done, it involves collecting ingredients and mixing potions, allowing you to heal or gain temporary buffs.

    The plot and exploration are linear, you progress to the next chapter and cannot go back (except between chapter 2 and 3). There are some interesting points in the story in which you are forced to make a decision, but the overall plot is largely unaffected by these choices.

    There are a LOT of cutscenes. At one point there was a cutscene, then a brief fight with 2 normal enemies, then another cutscene. You can click to speed up cutscenes which is nice if you read fast.

    Good graphics, but is very CPU intensive even on my new computer. Occasionally crashed and lost some progress.

    Played 41 hours, cost $1.50. Recommended on sale and if you have a good computer.    … Expand
  29. 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.
  30. 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
  31. 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
  32. VitchRazor
    Jul 17, 2013
    8
    The scenario, the gameplay, the atmosphere, everything in this game is absolutely amazing. Well, almost everything. I would've given it 10 if it weren't for two reasons: first, there is the lack of emotion in the character's faces during the dialogues; and the second, and main reason is the fact that you can't change the game difficulty once you've chosen it at the beginning... and thatThe scenario, the gameplay, the atmosphere, everything in this game is absolutely amazing. Well, almost everything. I would've given it 10 if it weren't for two reasons: first, there is the lack of emotion in the character's faces during the dialogues; and the second, and main reason is the fact that you can't change the game difficulty once you've chosen it at the beginning... and that "medium" difficulty is actually pretty hard. I lost many (frustrating) hours because of that. I almost gave up at some point.
    However, I would definitely recommend this game to anyone who likes RPGs. Just think twice when choosing the difficulty level.    … Expand
  33. jcasetnl
    Jun 26, 2013
    8
    Witcher doesn't do everything right but where it's good, it's great!

    Finally we get a story where choices matter and the player isn't treated like an idiot. Compared to the average game these days, the interface is a little daunting at first. Soon enough it's easy to work with. The combat mechanics are this game's weak point. Occasionally you need to think strategically in    Witcher doesn't do everything right but where it's good, it's great!

    Finally we get a story where choices matter and the player isn't treated like an idiot.

    Compared to the average game these days, the interface is a little daunting at first. Soon enough it's easy to work with.

    The combat mechanics are this game's weak point. Occasionally you need to think strategically in combat but on normal difficulty it becomes fairly easy if you've invested time in side quests to boost your skills. Players who want to be forced to master the intricacies of the combat system should definitely play this one on Hard.

    Another issue is stability. The game tends to crash, particularly in certain graphically intense areas of Chapter 2. Save and save often. Normally, this would be a deal-breaker for me, but the games other positives allow me to me to give it a pass.    … Expand
  34. iddqd4
    Mar 16, 2018
    8
    В свое время пропустил игру, наверстывать уже поздно, но талан CDPred был виден уже с самого начала.
  35. i0n
    Sep 4, 2013
    8
    Incredibly immersive, this title boasts brilliant writing and a truly engaging storyline to keep you glued to the screen until completion. While not without faults, any issues that arise are minor enough to blend to the background while gameplay, plotline and the host of well crafted characters take center stage. Very enjoyable title.
  36. LairdEJM
    Aug 2, 2014
    8
    The Witcher is a very strong, and in many ways, very different game from most RPGs on the market. It's take on fantasy adventuring offers emphasis on themes often overlooked by it's rivals in the genre; such as a focus on alchemy.

    Firstly the positives: The game's lore is very well developed, and makes for an interesting setting, (obviously based on the books). The number and diversity    The Witcher is a very strong, and in many ways, very different game from most RPGs on the market. It's take on fantasy adventuring offers emphasis on themes often overlooked by it's rivals in the genre; such as a focus on alchemy.

    Firstly the positives:
    The game's lore is very well developed, and makes for an interesting setting, (obviously based on the books). The number and diversity of quests is extensive and can make for lots of game time.
    There is a focus on player choices which is always, in my opinion, well received, and the overall feel of the game is one of polish and time investment. There is also a semi-sandbox feel to the game, with NPCs strolling around the lands and changing their positions with respect to the time of the day.
    It should also be noted that the game's primary pathway, that of hunting monsters, is pleasingly explored. Being a monster hunter feels gratifying and feels like a respected and realistic profession within the game's universe, and there are other things to occupy your time when not monster hunting; such as dice poker which makes for a fun mini-game.

    The negatives:
    The combat within the game, although perhaps appealing to some, is too simplistic and feels too unreaslistic for my personal taste. It has a floursihed arcade-style form of combat, similar to the kind of high pulsing combat you would find in a game like Super Smash Bros, or Soul Calibur. The NPCs and the world in which they inhabit (although perhaps a flimsy criticism I acknowledge) feel, to be honest, really weird to the point of being creepy. I often found it impossible to immerse myself in the game and it's lore because I found the characters portrayed to be amazingly un-charismatic, although this could be down to the below par voice acting.

    The game is very unusual however in that it feels unlike any other RPG I have played and so is immune from comparison. I would encourage people to play this game to develop their own view on it, and not least because despite my few criticisms it is a very strong game to enjoy.    … Expand
  37. 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
  38. wadaltmon
    Jul 4, 2015
    8
    A strange, and strangely engrossing, RPG that took my about 80 hours to finish. About 30 of those hours were well-written, but generally poorly voice acted, story content. About 15 of the hours I spent were in the game's simplistic and easy, though annoyingly unresponsive sometimes, combat system. Finally, about 35 of the hours I spent were those simply running from place to place. TheA strange, and strangely engrossing, RPG that took my about 80 hours to finish. About 30 of those hours were well-written, but generally poorly voice acted, story content. About 15 of the hours I spent were in the game's simplistic and easy, though annoyingly unresponsive sometimes, combat system. Finally, about 35 of the hours I spent were those simply running from place to place. The massive levels in this game and the fact that there is really no fast travel system makes it a chore to get from place to place for quests and other tasks.
    However, the story content, characters, and player choices in gameplay (that have immediate and deferred consequences) make it all worthwhile. Overall, it was an incredible experience to play, although it still runs less than adequately on modern systems.    … Expand
  39. whatever523
    Feb 24, 2014
    8
    The main selling point of The Witcher is its great story. This game is for adults and it's made in a way that makes the story very believable. People swear, steal, **** and murder. The plot in this game is a lot darker than in most other games and it really adds to the atmosphere.

    Unfortunately, the fighting mechanics and menus/inventory are a mess and it hurts the gameplay quite a bit.    The main selling point of The Witcher is its great story. This game is for adults and it's made in a way that makes the story very believable. People swear, steal, **** and murder. The plot in this game is a lot darker than in most other games and it really adds to the atmosphere.

    Unfortunately, the fighting mechanics and menus/inventory are a mess and it hurts the gameplay quite a bit. Managing the inventory takes too long and the fights don't really feel fluid. Switching between stances quickly becomes tedious. The game also crashed a few times.

    It's still a great RPG, especially if you are looking for a good story. Recommended.    … Expand
  40. BigDegs29
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    Decided to pick this up on a whim, and I'm glad I did as it led me to one of my favorite RPGs of all time (The Witcher 2).

    This game is great for two reasons. First, it has some great ideas. Unfortunately, many of these great ideas aren't fleshed out as much as they could be; the developer being a small Polish company restricted how far they could take the game. Nonetheless, it still    Decided to pick this up on a whim, and I'm glad I did as it led me to one of my favorite RPGs of all time (The Witcher 2).

    This game is great for two reasons. First, it has some great ideas. Unfortunately, many of these great ideas aren't fleshed out as much as they could be; the developer being a small Polish company restricted how far they could take the game. Nonetheless, it still takes RPGs down roads they've never been before.

    Second, it's not afraid to be dark and realistic in its themes. As an adult, I want tough, no-win choices, I want realistic violence, I want shades of grey in the story, I want dark humor, I want sex/nudity, and I want deep, interesting characters. The Witcher has all of that.

    The Witcher is a worthy entry into the series and a good precursor to the amazing game that is The Witcher 2.    … Expand
  41. mickaelm
    Apr 29, 2014
    8
    Great game !
    I don't understand why people hate on the control of the game they are fine by me.
    I only played for a couple of hour but already I fined the story realy good.
    So I am giving this an 8 out of 10.

    Recommended for people who love RPG's, great STORY's and fun GAMEPLAY ( this is a personal opinion).

    Thank You for reading my review.
  42. 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.
  43. Tomle1202
    Jul 27, 2022
    8
    A janky gameplay experience alleviated by incredible characters and atmosphere.
  44. Roxaryz
    Jun 24, 2014
    8
    The Witcher is a great RPG. The story is intriguing, the combat difficult, and the graphics, if you compare them to a game like dragon age origins,are pretty good. The combat system, on the other hand, isn't optimal. You have to choose between three different styles of fighting after which enemies you are facing. But, I would say that that is basically one of the only things that isThe Witcher is a great RPG. The story is intriguing, the combat difficult, and the graphics, if you compare them to a game like dragon age origins,are pretty good. The combat system, on the other hand, isn't optimal. You have to choose between three different styles of fighting after which enemies you are facing. But, I would say that that is basically one of the only things that is negative about it. It is a good game, and you have to buy it.… Expand
  45. 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
  46. 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
  47. flamesfanadam
    Oct 1, 2015
    8
    The Witcher is an incredible RPG. I could not stop playing. The story is absolutely amazing, it really keeps you interested and all the characters are very believable. The world is not completely open but it feels open. The gameplay is a little rough but eventually you will get used to it and the story will make you want to finish.
  48. ExKaiser
    Feb 9, 2016
    8
    Rather good RPG but now gameplay and graphics feels kinda old. There is a lot references to The Witcher books what is nice. The score I gave to this game is based on my last experience with it.
  49. danstew
    Feb 15, 2016
    8
    Let me start by saying: Please do not buy the game expecting gameplay or graphics too similar to Witcher 2 or 3! This game is quite a bit older than the two others, and has a different style.
    HOWEVER! What this game has going for it is another strong story and a lot of atmosphere. This is what the company got right even in this first game. It is obvious that the team truly loves the    Let me start by saying: Please do not buy the game expecting gameplay or graphics too similar to Witcher 2 or 3! This game is quite a bit older than the two others, and has a different style.
    HOWEVER! What this game has going for it is another strong story and a lot of atmosphere. This is what the company got right even in this first game. It is obvious that the team truly loves the source (the books and stories) and the world and story in this game, IMO, is VERY immersive.

    The playstyle is quite different, just like the graphics. It reminds me a bit more of Diablo, as it's click-to-move. You have different stances which you switch with keys, according to what you are fighting. Of course, alchemy and signs are in this game as well, as they are just of a trademark of the character as the two swords are.

    The game is showing it's age, as the graphics are of course not comparable to the later games, and it's quite interesting to compare the mechanics of the games, and see how the series developed.
    But even though this game has weaknesses and will feel VERY different compared to the later ones (total readjustment especially regarding combat), it still has tons of atmosphere and, as I said, a fascinating story. It's actually quite impressive how much the (back then) small company put into this game.

    If you don't mind the fact that the game is a bit older and therefore is very different regarding graphics and playstyle, if you care about the characters (of course, many of the beloved characters from the stories and the other games appear here, for example Triss and Vesemir) and the story, you might find yourself quite immersed, and if you are willing to adjust to the very different movement and combat, you might enjoy it a lot. I sure did!    … Expand
  50. Calasade
    Jan 10, 2017
    8
    The graphics didn't hold up well, but this game features an intriguing story, great characters, and gray choices. The world is dark and gritty. Among my favorite RPGs.
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. 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
  54. 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
  55. 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.
  56. auditbadger
    Jul 30, 2017
    8
    I think that this is truly a unique game and I would recommend that if you are a fan of this type of genre then I think you should give this game a try.
  57. Knightsabez
    Aug 29, 2017
    8
    I have always wanted to play the Witcher games, and I have to start with the first ones. It's a very solid game with a deep and impacting story.

    The first thing I noticed was the gameplay. The game is pretty old now, and this concerned me. The gameplay is one of the things I appreciate most in games, along with immersion and story. The combat reminds me of MMO combat, where you click on    I have always wanted to play the Witcher games, and I have to start with the first ones. It's a very solid game with a deep and impacting story.

    The first thing I noticed was the gameplay. The game is pretty old now, and this concerned me. The gameplay is one of the things I appreciate most in games, along with immersion and story. The combat reminds me of MMO combat, where you click on your enemy, and you attack. The combat here is deeper than that, but not by mutch. But once you begin exprerimenting with alchemy, it gets much deeper. With the right combination of potions, blade oils and bombs, you can make a hard fight much easier and funnier. You can also upgrade your fighting moves.

    The worst part about this game in my eyes, is the walking. The map is quite huge, especially when you have to walk everywhere, from quest to quest. This made me feel like I was wasting time. The cutscenes are also quite awkward, but the story makes up for it.

    But the best part about this game is the story, watching you decisions have consequenses. The choises you make, feel like they matter.

    I spent 50 or so hours on this game, I always do sidequests and such, but the main story is about 30 give or take.

    All in all, great game with great characters, and the end make me so pumped to play though the next one :)    … Expand
  58. 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
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. atomlord
    Feb 29, 2020
    8
    Разработчикам удалось все кроме боевой системы. Но лучшее в игре это безусловно сюжет.
  62. 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
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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
  66. 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.
  67. Coccouser
    Jan 3, 2020
    8
    Incredible story, good graphic, for an 12 years old game and the gameplay is very funny. The only problem with the gameplay is the combat, if you are fighting with another enemy who is on a different platform, for example you are in the lake and the enemy is on the land, you could have a bug who doesn’t able you to hit the enemy.
  68. Wargzax
    Jan 29, 2020
    8
    It took me 3 times to finally get into this game... and it's a shame - this games has a lot to offer. Yes, this game is not perfect. Game has pacing problem - it is especially visible in first chapter (this where I gave up 2 previous times) and with some quest design (a lot of backtracking especially in chapter II). Slow animations, stiff character models and "wooden" voice acting doesn'tIt took me 3 times to finally get into this game... and it's a shame - this games has a lot to offer. Yes, this game is not perfect. Game has pacing problem - it is especially visible in first chapter (this where I gave up 2 previous times) and with some quest design (a lot of backtracking especially in chapter II). Slow animations, stiff character models and "wooden" voice acting doesn't do any favors either... Before playing You have to keep in mind that this game was released in 2007... if you can go past this - congratulations, you will have really good experience. CD Project Red did great job interpreting Sapkowski's books and bringing character and world of those books to life. Story has many interesting characters, quite few interesting story turns... And especially chapter 4 has that... lets say "non-western fantasy", more like lovecraftian feeling, which is quite unique among st other fantasy RPGs . I recommend this title to every RPG fan.… Expand
  69. Bruterake
    May 25, 2020
    8
    O capitulo 4 do jogo é inútil e o jogo é muito fácil mesmo no hard, mas pra época pelo gameplay os gráficos e toda a história com certeza fica uns 8 de nota.
  70. GraysonUA
    Mar 31, 2020
    8
    Шикарний сюжет, атмосфера на височенному рівні, музика пробирає до кісток, графіка на той час навіть дуже приваблива. Один мінус на теперішній час казуали можуть нити від геймплею.
  71. Omland
    Apr 28, 2020
    8
    The story was amazing and definitely worth my time. Graphics are of course a bit old but not terrible. Game mechanics are good, but the combat is a bit boring at times.
    All in all a great experience!
  72. Svetlendrius
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    A good game, with an excellent RPG component, as pumping, quests, a good story and soundtrack, but not the best visual component, with a poor variety of characters.
  73. IHave25FPS
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Хорошая игра, одна из любимых. Заслуживает 8/10
  74. AxeWould
    Jan 23, 2021
    8
    Да игра отличная, сюжет отстранен от книги (почти), но встрачаються моменты которые есть в книге, и это приятно, а сам он (сюжет) очень годный, и выбор диалогов, который влияет на сюжет, сделано добротно, и интересно. Юоевка по началу не прывичная, но буквально за часик привыкаешь, и она даже становиться приятной. Атмосфера, выше всяких похвал, погружаешься полностью, музыка безподобна.Да игра отличная, сюжет отстранен от книги (почти), но встрачаються моменты которые есть в книге, и это приятно, а сам он (сюжет) очень годный, и выбор диалогов, который влияет на сюжет, сделано добротно, и интересно. Юоевка по началу не прывичная, но буквально за часик привыкаешь, и она даже становиться приятной. Атмосфера, выше всяких похвал, погружаешься полностью, музыка безподобна. Графон, да мне всегда плевать на графику, поеэтому мне было норм. Но есть в ыгре и пару минусов, которые портят немного впечатления об игре. Мир хоть и красочный, ну он маленький, и приходится бегать по ним, и уже в середине игры начинает приедаться, и утомлять. Болото это вообще ужас, самая наверное противная локация именно болот во всех играх, хрен в ней разберешся. Второстепенные задания, скудны, принеси то, сбегай туда, но поставленны неплохо, но часто было что хрен поймешь куда бежать, а по всех домах и локациях бегать влом. Кости еще шарлатанство, подкрученны так что даже не хочется в их играть. Вообщем первый задел ну сд проджект удался.… Expand
  75. demixzz
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    Cheap even for 2007, but incomparably classic and the birth of the best Polish series of games.
  76. CyberPhonk2079
    Jul 15, 2020
    8
    Очень интересная игра. 8/10.

    - Очень интересный сюжет. - Интересный ГГ, с юмором, харизмой, не какая - то там тряпка. - Интересные второстепенные персонажи, друзья ГГ. - Квесты, что основные, что второстепенные, очень затягивающие, во многих случаях, с неожиданной развязкой. Из недостатков: не очень удобная боевая система, но, к ней можно без проблем привыкнуть,также, игра время от    Очень интересная игра. 8/10.

    - Очень интересный сюжет.
    - Интересный ГГ, с юмором, харизмой, не какая - то там тряпка.
    - Интересные второстепенные персонажи, друзья ГГ.
    - Квесты, что основные, что второстепенные, очень затягивающие, во многих случаях, с неожиданной развязкой.
    Из недостатков: не очень удобная боевая система, но, к ней можно без проблем привыкнуть,также, игра время от времени может вылетать просто на ровном месте. Но это всё мелочи, сама по себе игра очень классная!    … Expand
  77. Cacasecaxxx
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    El juego que asentaría las bases para una de las mejores sagas de videojuegos de la historia, esta un poco verde en la mayoría de aspectos del juego, pero se va perfeccionando poco a poco en los próximos juegos, el basarse en los libros pero no copiar la historia ni hacer una continuación directa me parece fantástico y una gran elección.
  78. Bodislav
    Jan 9, 2022
    8
    Aleksandr Revva is so hot. .
  79. folmas
    Aug 14, 2023
    8
    the control and combat system are a bit inconvenient, but the plot is great. It is clear that the game is made with soul.
  80. 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.
  81. LesandroBonucci
    Mar 29, 2021
    8
    not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad not bad
  82. Sameohwell
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    Its a good game, the engine and the combat is a little lackluster, the story and narrative is top notch.
  83. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    8
    Very nice RPG game. I was playing in that game in 2021 - I did't have a chance to play earilier. Interesting plot. It was fun to finish that legendary game for the polish game dev scene
  84. Erich420
    Apr 7, 2021
    8
    I love The Witcher. The Gameplay sucks but overall the Game is good and I love the atmosphere.
  85. Fixil_CZ
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
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  86. dikii_hohol
    Jun 6, 2021
    8
    дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер
  87. TheSikvel
    Dec 29, 2021
    8
    Great game. The time check was accurate. The main problem is in the combat system, which is incredibly tiring in the first 3 chapters. The plot and the choices are excellent. Perfect to play for everyone who has passed the 3rd witcher and who generally loves RPGs or the universe of the witcher.
  88. MetalGearLiquid
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    The best aspect of this game is the side missions and the story. The weakest aspect is definitely the combat it's just too outdated. The lowest point for me was the fourth chapter it just drags for too long and it feels unnecessary the game would have been much better without it.
  89. hyakkimarru
    Jan 13, 2022
    8
    this game is really underrated. i know that the combat is awfull but expect combat everything about this game is great. this game needs a remake. and i m sure eventually cdpr will make a remake,
  90. DreamOfHero
    Jul 16, 2023
    8
    And so it was that the legend of the White Wolf took shape on our PCs!!!

    I played through it for a second time in November 2021. I wouldn't go as far as calling it a must-play game, but it still has its merits. Let's just say that since the first installment, The Witcher has presented a story filled with twists and intrigues, devoid of mundane quests. It does have its limitations,    And so it was that the legend of the White Wolf took shape on our PCs!!!

    I played through it for a second time in November 2021.
    I wouldn't go as far as calling it a must-play game, but it still has its merits.
    Let's just say that since the first installment, The Witcher has presented a story filled with twists and intrigues, devoid of mundane quests.
    It does have its limitations, but it also shows its age.
    If CD Projekt were to revamp the combat, fix the inventory system, improve the textures, and find a solution for the most tedious quests (which often involve traversing various locations with just one running style, resulting in unnecessarily long trips of 25 minutes instead of a quick 7/8 minutes on horseback), you would have a hidden gem in your hands.    … Expand
  91. Jollyolfun
    Nov 18, 2022
    8
    i think its a good strategy game, i wish the graphics were better though. otherwise good
  92. Chrmz
    Apr 28, 2023
    8
    Despite the age of the game, it is still playable. I will definitely play the remake someday
  93. ZID346
    Jul 5, 2022
    8
    Great story. Beautiful atmosphere, like in books. The graphic and fight system are not good. But the whole game is really nice.
  94. aecsuter
    Sep 5, 2022
    8
    Pros:
    - Very cool story, with a system of choices that influence interesting details throughout the story.
    - Interesting graphics for a 2008 game if memory serves. Cons: - Battle system much less kkk, not to say it's bad. - Some very useless sidequests, and we always do them with fear of being important. - There is no achievement system on Steam Well, I think it's really worth    Pros:
    - Very cool story, with a system of choices that influence interesting details throughout the story.
    - Interesting graphics for a 2008 game if memory serves.

    Cons:
    - Battle system much less kkk, not to say it's bad.
    - Some very useless sidequests, and we always do them with fear of being important.
    - There is no achievement system on Steam

    Well, I think it's really worth playing, even more so if the goal is to play the following games, because you can load the saves, and decisions, but the story alone pays off a lot, it's extremely engaging.    … Expand
  95. Danvie
    Oct 4, 2022
    8
    The game is good and may have been a masterpiece in 2008, but in 2022 it’s very difficult to play it, to put it mildly, due to the extremely **** combat system, poor graphics and difficult pumping, with constant freezes and crashes, all this can be fixed with mods, but if you just want to buy the game and not worry, you'll have to get used to it. The plot is 10 out of 10 and only for theThe game is good and may have been a masterpiece in 2008, but in 2022 it’s very difficult to play it, to put it mildly, due to the extremely **** combat system, poor graphics and difficult pumping, with constant freezes and crashes, all this can be fixed with mods, but if you just want to buy the game and not worry, you'll have to get used to it. The plot is 10 out of 10 and only for the sake of it this game is worth going through.… Expand
  96. PenetratorGod
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    It's a game you have to give opportunities. Don't mind that it's old. It can still give you hours of fun.
  97. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
    Excellent game.
    The Witcher is a masterpiece.
    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  98. LilitNefara
    May 1, 2023
    8
    Лучшая атмосфера из всех ведьмаков, покер на костях и карточки, что ещё нужно то?
  99. Rudboy66
    Nov 22, 2010
    7
    I recently posted a "mixed" review on this game, and I now feel I must revise it a bit. I'm going to make it short and sweet. Right now I think this game is on line for being one of the best RPG's out there. There are just a few things and a few bugs that keep it from getting the highest of scores in my opinion. I'll break it down to things I like about it and things I don't like aboutI recently posted a "mixed" review on this game, and I now feel I must revise it a bit. I'm going to make it short and sweet. Right now I think this game is on line for being one of the best RPG's out there. There are just a few things and a few bugs that keep it from getting the highest of scores in my opinion. I'll break it down to things I like about it and things I don't like about it:

    Likes: Great graphics, Incredible storytelling, fun gameplay and combat (once you get used to it), wonderful music score, original story and content, nice interface, runs great on my system at max settings 1920x1200

    Dislikes: Can't jump or jump off anything, the Witcher is glued to the ground, many of the NPC's have the exact same faces (redundant), the Alchemy system is not very intuitive, SLi bug . . . there is a known bug where nVidia SLi users can see lights through the terrain. Like looking at a stone wall and you can still see torch light and window lights through the wall. This is a known bug with no fix, you can disable SLi and the problem goes away, but that is hardly a fix. Some of the cutscenes in the game are a bit long in the beginning and some of the voice acting good be better.

    Overall I'm really loving this game, I think you need to play the game for a few hours before you can really start to appreciate it. Some games hit like a truck right off the bat and you never look back. If you pick up The Witcher, take some time with it and get used to the combat system, in the end you'll probably really like the game.    … Expand
  100. bricky
    Jan 7, 2011
    7
    I dont know what it is about this game, the gameplay on paper seems like it should be boring, the story is all over the place and the controls are very annoying and clunky, but something about this game keeps drawing me into playing it and i am having alot of fun.
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#10 Best PC Game of 2008
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#7 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#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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