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ParaF.Jan 30, 2010With 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.
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J.P.Apr 4, 2009I 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.
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rawerMay 31, 2009Hands on. One of the best games in the genre ever. Moral choices and atmosphere will kick u out of your schoes. A must have.
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LupusM.Oct 2, 2008It 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.
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AnonymousMCOct 6, 2008Already 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)
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[Anonymous]Sep 25, 2008THE RPG for mature gamers! Great storyline, fantastic atmosphere and exciting gameplay make this game one of the best RPGs of all time.
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MatthewC.Sep 27, 2008One 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.
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NasterNov 4, 2008
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JanP.Dec 19, 2008Excellent game! After I have been so disappointed by latest Gothic III game which virtually wasn't playable even in latest version - this game made me absolutely excited. Somehow similar to Gothic series but more realistic, with a very nice and believable characters and sophisticated story and quests. This game is definitely worth to buy and play (for several times).
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CoryL.Oct 27, 2008
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EvilErnieDec 16, 2009The 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.
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BoM.Jan 23, 2010Awesome 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.
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K.W.Apr 28, 2009This 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.
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Sep 5, 2010The developing back story of the character and the world the story is set in is very intriguing. Along with a gripping story line and many secondary quests to extend the duration of play, the Witcher is a great RPG to add to your collection.
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Dec 20, 2010
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Jun 27, 2011
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Mar 17, 2011Excellent RPG and best storytelling since Planescape:T. It has interesting concept of blurring the lines between good and evil, there is no truly "good" or truly "evil" choice. The combat gameplay is its only flaw.
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Mar 23, 2011
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Apr 30, 2011
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May 17, 2011
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May 17, 2011wow where to start I absolutely loved this game from start to finish,sucked me in and wouldent let me go,awsome graphics memorable story,This is how rpg's for pc should be done.Quiete a long game,I put about 50 hours into it because there are just so many sidequests
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Jun 8, 2016This 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
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May 20, 2011Belongs to top 3 RPGs I have ever played, along with Mass Effect 1 and Dragon Age 1.
Story is mature and complex, I felt like I was playing a full-blown novel, with lots of side stuff going on simultaneously with the main story. -
May 20, 2011great game,very worthy predecessor to the witcher 2 you can pick this game up for 5 dollars now at gog.com i think this gam edeserves a 30 out of 10 for that price go out and buy it you wont regret it
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Jun 13, 2011The game is one of the best I've played until now. It has deep interesting and unpredictible story. The graphics, level design and mechanics are very good. I loved the experience. I wish there were more games like this one. I wanted to rate 10/10, but metacritic blocked it. The score is biased. "Score (9.0) id must be a floating point number."
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Mar 7, 2014
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Jul 7, 2011The Witcher (Enhanced Edition) is a gem among the adventure RPG games. Be warned though it is not a hard core RPG game, it is more like adventure game with RPG elements. There is no character customizing. You play as Geralt and thatâ
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Feb 20, 2012I love this game. I tell's a very good story, and the world is based on Andrzej Sapkowski's books.
Graphic Engine is not bad. Characters are great. I love everything except one thing - combat mode is quite arcade, cause of clicking in right time and small maps, cause we can't explore them for unexcepted suprise. -
Feb 19, 2012
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Mar 6, 2012i am simply amazed by the game.after playing the first chapter i was about to uninstall the game but thankfully i dint.the first chapter is not that good but after that its amazing.the game lets you decide what you want to do and you will have consequences for every choice you make.now i am going to buy witcher 2.
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Mar 12, 20122nd best polish game. One of the best RPGs ever, one of the best fantasy universes ever. : )
I recommend this game and The Witcher Saga too! :D
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Oct 10, 2013One of my favourite game for his great unlinear story, great characters, great soundtrack, good graphics and unique combat system, but there are few bugs, bad optimalization, but still i think this game is one of the best RPG games ever made.
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Jul 23, 2012This review really captures how I feel about this game: http://www.gainsense.com/2012/07/the-witcher-review-commentary.html. Basically, this game is AMAZING. I got it for less than $3 on Steam and I gotta say, CD Projekt Red looks like the new Bioware. Can't wait to fire up Witcher II after I finish this!
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Feb 18, 2014
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Mar 8, 2019Amazing 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
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Dec 22, 2012
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Dec 27, 2012Its awesome game with awesome storyline and original action system. One of the best RPG ever. Impressive graphics as for 2007 and nice atosphere made this game
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Jan 27, 2013This game has flaws and is not perfect. But it's better than any RPG I have played before. So I gave it a 10 in hope of encouraging more games of this quality.
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Jun 14, 2013
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Aug 28, 2013
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Dec 31, 2019The most exciting and interesting game that I happened to play, I look forward to part 4.
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Jun 14, 2013I have never seen a game as good as this before! I am playing it for the 3rd time, the soundtrack and the game's world makes me cry for going back into the 13th century. You must read the Andrzej Sapkowski novels, which are the best books I've ever read and they make the story line much much clearer.
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Jul 27, 2013To Put It Simply This is the one of the best rpgs ever mage witcher 2 is more amazing than 1 but if you have a normal gaming rig you can play the witcher in maxed out settings stunning graphics compared to any other rpgs till 2010 stunning story and gameplay highly addictive
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Aug 5, 2015
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Jul 4, 2014Игра шедевр. Одна только разветвленка в сюжете чего стоит. На данный момент самая лучшая игра во всем
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May 21, 2015There 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.
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Jun 2, 2016The atmosphere, the graphic, the landscape art are amazing. The music and sounds fit the game. The fighting system is very creative, i liked it. I liked the story too. Maybe the best RPG, i have ever played.
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Feb 3, 2016This 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
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Jan 20, 2017This is a great universe! Every RPG-fan must have it!
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Mar 31, 2019A 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!
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Dec 8, 2018
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Jun 5, 2023
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Aug 28, 2021The music by Adam Skorupa and Paweł Błaszczak is wonderful. The game is part of history, and thoroughly enjoyable.
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Jun 13, 2019I really like this game. Beautiful world, interesting plot, a world from which i want to see more and especially the unique and memorable charakters took me. Just the combat needs time to get used to.
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Jul 19, 2020one of the best rpgs i ever played,despite the bugs the game is perfect,and the storyline is one of the best of the decade only losing for the other 2 games of the series in my opinion
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Oct 8, 2019
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Sep 16, 2019For me, it's even better than Witcher 2. 50 hours of gameplay, good climate, like in book. Very good leveling system and story. 3 possible endings. Fighting is very simple and probably because of engine is one of weakest pont of game but can be enjoyable. I recommend use mod Full Combat Rebalance and we have perfect game.
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Jun 20, 2020One of my favorite video games. It has the profoundest main story in the TW series.
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Dec 10, 2019The most underrated game ever.
Amazing story, characters, world.
The gameplay takes some time, but after a hour you'll love it.
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Dec 15, 2019I can only recommend this game. Nice story, nice gameplay and just a great game overall.
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Dec 16, 2020The gameplay is a bit different then we are used to today. But once you get once you've wrapped your head around it you get use to it and can enjoy this fantastic game for what it is. Can't wait to play it again!
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Feb 3, 2020Pure perfection in almost all aspects. Awesome and complex story, various and beautiful locations with perfect atmosphere, interesting characters, simple combat system, and last but not least great romantic cards (best realization of romance in game ever created)!
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Aug 13, 2023
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Feb 10, 2023What can be said, this is where it all started (well the regular edition about a year earlier IIRC).
Have been through the game 6-7 times, always same choices (eh I like it consistent).
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Aug 11, 2023One of the best RPGs of all time! I can't believe the many choices that completely alter the entire game! You have so much freedom and the game reacts to your difficult, grey choices. Almost no other game does what the Witcher does. It's soooo good!
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May 24, 2020An amazing game, from an exciting storyline to interesting game mechanics. In this game, I was so imbued with the atmosphere that I just couldn't tear myself away from passing. And the soundtrack of this game is worthy of all awards and respect for the developers. One of my favorite games.
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Jun 28, 2020Поиграл в нее после 3го ведьмака. Графон и геймплей ,конечно, очень плохи, но я готов стерпеть их ради Этого мира, Этой истории и Этих персонажей
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Jun 20, 2020A brilliant introduction to the Witcher world. The combat is quite dull but the story and characters make up for it.
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Oct 24, 2020
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Jan 28, 2021Damn, one of the best games ive ever played, not hard (even on medium difficulty), great story, combat isnt bad, there are also few bugs after 13 years but they arent gamebreaking. 10/10
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Aug 18, 2020Good game if you like to complete side quests (they are very interesting and don't boring). Many people say that fighting is **** but I think it is amazing. I haven't already play other Witcher.
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Jul 18, 2023Had to give this a 10 because i saw it's the lowest rated witcher game, while it's actually the best. Period.
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Dec 14, 2020Great story, even if game was made years ago. If you are a Witcher fan, it is obvious, that you must play it.
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Jan 6, 2021Story is great.Mechanics are hard to adaptation but after that, not bad. Atmosphere is great.
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Sep 10, 2022Игра конечно устарела, но если вы осилите первые часы и привыкните к механике, то перед вами откроется шедевр!!! Атмосфера и музыка в этой части лучшая в серии. Короче 10/10
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Sep 25, 2021True masterpiece from Poland. The best thing on this game is the unique slovan athmosphere.
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Mar 29, 2022Это удовлетворительная игра, провел в ней 100 часов, потраченным временем доволен :)
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May 2, 2022My fav singleplayer game, and I would recommend this game to anyone. Great story, OST, gameplay, anything. Controlling is not even that hard like people think. Also lotta mechanics and variability in builds, as well as the choices you can make, will definitely make you replay this game at least once.
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May 13, 2022My favorite Witcher game, very close to Witcher 3. Great story and characters, just like in the books! Some says that combat is not so good, but I think it's at least has some variety compared to the typical action-rpgs.
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Jun 24, 2023One of the best games ever made. It has it all: a great Story, Gameplay, World building, and graphics
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Nov 15, 2022mastapiece :)
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DavidB.Oct 6, 2008The 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.
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NeilJ.Oct 7, 2008
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HollyCFeb 17, 2009
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PaulM.Nov 8, 2008
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Awards & Rankings
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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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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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PC FormatFinally, 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]