The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

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  1. okc_rocker
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    this game is huge, and by that I mean there's so much to explore. Tons of terrain to cover and within it tons of content that will keep you constantly drawn in. I've never spent so much time on a console game in my life. But i have no regrets after completing the game on deathmarch (the hardest difficulty.) This is a game that I will recommend to everyone except for children with parentsthis game is huge, and by that I mean there's so much to explore. Tons of terrain to cover and within it tons of content that will keep you constantly drawn in. I've never spent so much time on a console game in my life. But i have no regrets after completing the game on deathmarch (the hardest difficulty.) This is a game that I will recommend to everyone except for children with parents on the more strict side. It is an M rated game. Combat is awesome, story is awesome, characters are interesting, This game was perfect for me. If you enjoy RPG games, in my opinion The Witcher 3 tops them all.… Expand
  2. Enaid
    Jun 4, 2015
    10
    My God! I didn't think a game could be that good after TLoU, but holy crap! This game is absolutely fantastic! The story line is like a wonderful miniseries. The world is beautiful. The characters are compelling. The soundtrack is suburb. Way better than Skyrim & Dragon Age (I love DA). They just don't compare to this masterpiece. However, I don't know the mechanics, because I have notMy God! I didn't think a game could be that good after TLoU, but holy crap! This game is absolutely fantastic! The story line is like a wonderful miniseries. The world is beautiful. The characters are compelling. The soundtrack is suburb. Way better than Skyrim & Dragon Age (I love DA). They just don't compare to this masterpiece. However, I don't know the mechanics, because I have not played it, I have only watched it on youtube and I am dying inside because I want to play it NOW! I now have an official reason to buy a PS4. Hats off to the creators of the fabulous gem. I can't wait to add this to my collection.… Expand
  3. SileSixEcho
    Dec 16, 2015
    10
    I haven't played through the entire game yet but I am pretty convinced, that the Witcher 3 will get even better from here. It's beautiful, huge and believable world is truly the star of this game. It just feels right to be there and you get immersed pretty quickly. The reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me is that its combat lacks of refinement compared to my reference DarkI haven't played through the entire game yet but I am pretty convinced, that the Witcher 3 will get even better from here. It's beautiful, huge and believable world is truly the star of this game. It just feels right to be there and you get immersed pretty quickly. The reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me is that its combat lacks of refinement compared to my reference Dark Souls/Bloodborne. I appreciate the options it gives you but overall It just doesn't feel that great and I can't imagine that will change.… Expand
  4. BassGuru82
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    My favorite game on PS4 and possibly the best open world game ever made. I absolutely loved the Witcher 3. I've never played a game that was so consistently good for so long. The characters, voice acting and dialogue are all top notch. The main missions are outstanding and the side missions are just as good. This a must play game if you like open world RPGs.
  5. Elucidate
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    The way this game makes you feel after you finish it... no other game has come close to having that effect. Not to say it's perfect, but I imagine this is as good as a video game gets. The main story is well written with engaging dialogue and compelling characters. The W3 world is absolutely massive and full of immersive activities that show the amount of care put into creating them.
  6. Magikarp
    Dec 5, 2017
    10
    Amazing open world
    Amazing storyline
    By far one of the best OST's (still listen to it)
    Great gameplay

    Now the bad, not so good controls, too much dialogue and some bugs overall.
  7. iddqd4
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    Ведьмак это самые сильные впечатление от игр за последние лет 15, так же сильно пёрли игры пожалуй в детстве, безумно красивая, прекрасно звучащая, с уютным миром, с огромным количеством персонажей, с огромным бестиарием, всё дышит жизнью, десятки тысяч строк диалогов, игра огромна по масштабам, огромна и проработана до мелких деталей во всем, возвращаться в нее праздник каждый раз.Ведьмак это самые сильные впечатление от игр за последние лет 15, так же сильно пёрли игры пожалуй в детстве, безумно красивая, прекрасно звучащая, с уютным миром, с огромным количеством персонажей, с огромным бестиарием, всё дышит жизнью, десятки тысяч строк диалогов, игра огромна по масштабам, огромна и проработана до мелких деталей во всем, возвращаться в нее праздник каждый раз. Однозначно шедевр игростроения.… Expand
  8. Lux0N
    May 20, 2015
    10
    So what can i say about Witcher 3? Just great game, must buy and must play. I fall in love in this universum, star reading books thanks do Witcher 1 7years ago(i think), then got great time in Witcher 2 and Witcher 3 is great ending for this trilogy :)
  9. Menog
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! If you choose to do all the side quests and treasure hunts you will end up with hundreds of hours of intense and exciting game play in a vast rich world!

    CDPROJEKTRED gives lessos on making a great game with a lot of love and awesome support and bug correction.

    This is a must have. Enjoy the ride.
  10. ultramitch
    Apr 4, 2018
    10
    What can I say... this is one of the greatest games ever made!

    Pros: - A story and main cast of characters that are deeply investing and emotionally charged. Geralt, in particular, is one of gaming's greatest protagonists. - The level of presentation in terms of graphics, animations, interfaces, and all other visual elements are unprecedented in role-playing games. Bugs are often very    What can I say... this is one of the greatest games ever made!

    Pros:
    - A story and main cast of characters that are deeply investing and emotionally charged. Geralt, in particular, is one of gaming's greatest protagonists.
    - The level of presentation in terms of graphics, animations, interfaces, and all other visual elements are unprecedented in role-playing games. Bugs are often very minor. The attention to detail in this game is staggering.
    - A wide variety of gameplay opportunities that are all very detailed and varied.
    - Combat isn't anything revolutionary... but it works as it was intended to. That being said, the game controls very well.
    - Despite having never played the original 2 games, I never felt lost in the story or how the world works.
    - Respectable business model. The two expansions are just as, if not more detailed than the main game and are well-worth their price. There's no paywalls, season passes, or any other ****

    Cons
    - The game's portrayal of men versus women are skewed at times. This is more of an issue with side characters that are insignificant in the grand scheme of the game.    … Expand
  11. avi_bbs
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Probably the best RPG ever. At the time of release had one of the best graphics. Add to that the good gameplay and one of the best story-lines.
  12. Rumblefish
    Jun 16, 2015
    10
    It's really pointless writing an in-depth review of a game such as this. It's just unnecessary. The reader doesn't need information with which to make a purchasing decision, This is simply a "must own".

    What I will say is that I have been gaming seriously for close to 25 years now and have played pretty much everything in that time (bar a few exceptions). I never played The Witcher    It's really pointless writing an in-depth review of a game such as this. It's just unnecessary. The reader doesn't need information with which to make a purchasing decision, This is simply a "must own".

    What I will say is that I have been gaming seriously for close to 25 years now and have played pretty much everything in that time (bar a few exceptions). I never played The Witcher and I really couldn't get into The Witcher 2, as I found the world very restricted and the combat appalling.

    Witcher 3 is possibly the best game I have ever played. I'm not sure whether anything here is revolutionary but Project Red have basically taken every good idea from games such as Skyrim, Fable, Red Dead Redemption, World of Warcraft etc and created something that surpasses them all. It's the attention to detail here that really boggles the mind. This game has been designed with the player in mind and what would make their lives easier whilst allowing and encouraging the freedom to roam and explore a magical world.

    I have never experienced such a desolate, war-strewn and desperate land in all gaming and it really lives and breathes due to stunning weather and day/night cycles. I've sunk over 20 hours into it so far and have barely scratched the surface and the single complaint i have is that it's too easy to steal items whilst their owners simply stare at you. But anyway, here are a few of my scores about aspects of this title:

    Story and lore 10
    Voice acting 10
    Graphics 10
    Music and sound 9
    Combat Mechanics 9
    Features 10
    Physics 10
    Presentation 10
    Crafting and items 10

    Don't miss out on playing this game - I've lost count of the times the phrase "this is amazing" has gone through my head already.    … Expand
  13. Pravs
    Feb 15, 2018
    10
    Amazing game with awesome story. Best RPG game so far. Breathtaking views, dozens of quests and points of interest. Funny and interesting hidden references to the book by A. Sapkowski. Every quest is unique so you literally can't get bored. Many characters, love affairs and the great Gwent as a pretty complex mini-game. Your decisions are important as the story go on. Best ~300 hours ofAmazing game with awesome story. Best RPG game so far. Breathtaking views, dozens of quests and points of interest. Funny and interesting hidden references to the book by A. Sapkowski. Every quest is unique so you literally can't get bored. Many characters, love affairs and the great Gwent as a pretty complex mini-game. Your decisions are important as the story go on. Best ~300 hours of video gaming.… Expand
  14. Nethwarang
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This game is awsome, cant stop playing, its like playing a movie... tyvm Project Red and for all the gifts u give us inside the regular game... long time i havent saw some studio really care about the gamers and not trying to sell in peaces 1 game.... great work.... i really love it
  15. Holyhesk
    May 22, 2015
    10
    Was going to give it a 9 but giving it a 10 for the 1 or 2 CoD kids giving it a 0. It's the type of game you think you have played for a couple of hours then when looking at the time it's 3am. Addictive, so much to do , excellent charactors and dialogue, combat is challenging and rewarding. Side quests are enjoyable with their own shorter stories. Lots of character development. Story isWas going to give it a 9 but giving it a 10 for the 1 or 2 CoD kids giving it a 0. It's the type of game you think you have played for a couple of hours then when looking at the time it's 3am. Addictive, so much to do , excellent charactors and dialogue, combat is challenging and rewarding. Side quests are enjoyable with their own shorter stories. Lots of character development. Story is excellent. The only gripe really is the long load times upon death and the odd fps drops. Other than that an amazing title.… Expand
  16. ckevint
    Feb 5, 2016
    10
    One of the BEST ARPG I've played for years! Last time I had this feeling was the Xenoblade. Both were great games, but Witcher 3 makes me want to play it multiple times! Great story line, phenomenal graph, and of course, plenty of thing to do! I am so glad I bought it, and it's definitely a MUST-HAVE!!
  17. mattlarkin
    Sep 10, 2016
    10
    Not long ago the second and final DLC for the Witcher 3 was released. In honor of that, I'm doing a long-overdue review of the whole game, including both DLCs. First of all, the DLCs each play as separate campaigns of significant length. The first could be completed just before the end of the main Wild Hunt campaign (but is best done post-game), the second should definitely be post-game.Not long ago the second and final DLC for the Witcher 3 was released. In honor of that, I'm doing a long-overdue review of the whole game, including both DLCs. First of all, the DLCs each play as separate campaigns of significant length. The first could be completed just before the end of the main Wild Hunt campaign (but is best done post-game), the second should definitely be post-game. With that out of the way ...

    I have not played Witcher 1 or 2 (mainly because they were not on Playstation), and I wish I had. Because this game is EPIC. Not only does the main campaign feature an amazing story, each of the two side campaigns have their own unique stories which are maybe even more compelling than the main plot.

    The Witcher takes place in a pseudo-European, dark fantasy world based on books by the same name. A long time ago this world overlapped with others in an event called the Conjunction of Spheres. A bunch of creatures from those other worlds became trapped in our world. Some of these are elves and such, but most are vampires. To fight these, people created witchers--mutant monster hunters with superhuman abilities. Only later, they decided witchers were kind of like monsters too, and they hated them. Until they need one.

    The world is deliciously dark--which I love--and draws a lot of inspiration from Slavic mythology. It's not all Slavic myth, though. You have other fantasy/myth staples here and there, like djinn and so forth.

    It's a massively open world reminiscent of Skyrim. I mean HUGE, with so many places to explore, quests to complete, and monsters to hunt you could basically invest a bazillion hours into the game and not do everything.

    Gameplay took a little getting used to at first. Once I got the hang of it (hint, dodge monsters, parry humans), though, it ran fairly smoothly. I played it mostly as a swordsman, but you can customize Geralt to focus more on alchemy or signs (magic) and all styles of play are intended to be effective. The DLC introduces further options for customization and even a use for ability points once you have otherwise reached the cap.

    I played on the medium difficulty, which only occasionally proved challenging. The combat system was rewarding and never grew tedious.

    What I think I liked even more than that, though, was the plot. Witcher stars Geralt and occasionally his adopted daughter Ciri. It also gives a lot of time and development to numerous NPCs in ways that make your choices seem like they actually matter. In this way, the game is somewhat reminiscent of Dragon Age games, though I found the story more compelling in Witcher. Unlike in the former, I never got bored in dialog with NPCs, never felt compelled to skip ahead.

    I highly recommend this game. 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  18. Tehvendon
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Haha, the negative reviews are hilarious, basically completely ignore them. I mean look at their profiles, all they do is give good games bad ratings. Not sure what that is all about, but alright then. I've played quite a bit of the game so far and I've got to say I am really enjoying it. I've played the first 2 Witcher titles but couldn't really get into them, this one is by far the mostHaha, the negative reviews are hilarious, basically completely ignore them. I mean look at their profiles, all they do is give good games bad ratings. Not sure what that is all about, but alright then. I've played quite a bit of the game so far and I've got to say I am really enjoying it. I've played the first 2 Witcher titles but couldn't really get into them, this one is by far the most solid out of them all. Combat is really fluid and exciting, the world is beautiful and looking at everything just gives me butterflies. All in all, a very solid game that deserves nothing but a positive review.… Expand
  19. FogCityRoller
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    Even with some of the minor issues in the game, there is no possible way it can get less than 10/10. The characters are well-written, the story is amazing with considerable depth, the difficulty can be excruciating at higher settings (and there's 4 difficulty settings, how often do you see that?), the exploration is endless, the interface and opportunities for character optimization areEven with some of the minor issues in the game, there is no possible way it can get less than 10/10. The characters are well-written, the story is amazing with considerable depth, the difficulty can be excruciating at higher settings (and there's 4 difficulty settings, how often do you see that?), the exploration is endless, the interface and opportunities for character optimization are top notch, and the graphics...well, you don't need a review to tell you how incredible the graphics are. This isn't just GOTY, this is Game of the Last 15 Years. The only RPGs you can't rightfully place this above are classics like Planescape, Fallout 2, and Baldur's Gate.

    The people complaining about the combat system are probably used to simpler combat mechanics and crutches like auto-adjust cameras and action bars. This isn't 2005 anymore kiddies, time to improve your dexterity.

    The minor issues that can be annoying are the loading times (which seem short compared to games like Bloodborne but still noticeably long, especially if you're playing on Death March difficulty and die frequently), there's some pathing issues with the auto-run feature while riding Roach, the quest paths can bug out on the map overlay, and being a horse Roach should not have the hurdling issues that he does with some basic obstacles like rocks and felled trees. Regardless of these, the game is as close to perfect as you'll ever see. This game will be the measuring stick for RPGs for years to come.    … Expand
  20. SaberEdge
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    This game is my favorite game of the generation, followed closely by Red Dead Redemption 2. It's as close to a "masterpiece" as I've ever seen or played. The world is so deep with lore and a sense of place, that until RDR2 I'd never seen before. The storytelling and characters are also among the most memorable and beloved in any game I've experienced. The gameplay is smooth and neverThis game is my favorite game of the generation, followed closely by Red Dead Redemption 2. It's as close to a "masterpiece" as I've ever seen or played. The world is so deep with lore and a sense of place, that until RDR2 I'd never seen before. The storytelling and characters are also among the most memorable and beloved in any game I've experienced. The gameplay is smooth and never stopped being fun. I played on Death March difficulty and the game provided a good amount of challenge. The combat isn't as deep as in the Souls games but it's still better than in most RPGs. I enjoyed it a lot. The quality of the side quests is second to none and represents the standard by which I judge all similar games. I spent over 500 hours in the main game alone, not even counting the expansions, and it enraptured and captivated me the whole time and in a way very few games have.… Expand
  21. fanboykiller
    May 20, 2015
    10
    so it's 6 am and I have to wake up at 7am... normally I'd say "what am I doing with my life" but based on what I've played of The Witcher 3 I can guarantee that sleeping 1 hour a day will be my new daily routine until I'm finished with this game
  22. AwesomeAsPrime
    Mar 4, 2016
    10
    Witcher 3 is quite possibly the best Action RPG game of all time. There are so many elements at play here that other games just can't compare. With a fluent fighting system, deep engaging story lines & side quests, and a visually astonishing environments and character detail....its easy to see why it belongs in the history pages of greatest games of our age!
  23. Exotnik
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    I am over 30 with kids and a career and i finished the game which says it all.

    The plot is exciting, the graphics are nice, not many bugs, average combat but i guess this game is more about the story.

    Loved it.
  24. bulletchan
    Sep 8, 2015
    10
    Take a bit of Skyrim, Red Dead Redemption, The Wolf Among Us and add following ingrediences: most beautiful and dense open World ever created, World map is very big and full of content. Almost no loading screens!
  25. looom
    Sep 5, 2015
    10
    Its the best PS4 game so far and I don't see anything on the horizon that may be better than W3.
    Starting with perfect gameplay( fight system initially seems to be clumsy however you will get used to it)
    Story is absolutely fantastic- based on Slavic heritage, myths, monsters and Gods you will feel a breath of fresh air. Ive been playing for 3 months doing side quests, searching the    Its the best PS4 game so far and I don't see anything on the horizon that may be better than W3.
    Starting with perfect gameplay( fight system initially seems to be clumsy however you will get used to it)
    Story is absolutely fantastic- based on Slavic heritage, myths, monsters and Gods you will feel a breath of fresh air. Ive been playing for 3 months doing side quests, searching the bushes and today when I finish this game i feel sadness that story ends. Immersion is so big that you feel like some important event just happend and there is nothing to wait for...    … Expand
  26. joao1198pedro
    Oct 2, 2015
    10
    The most imersive game that ive played in my life.The graphics are not so good but it didnt make the game bad.Ive played it for more than 100 hours and the story is fantastic.Gwent is one of the most awesome minigames on a game.The witcher 3 is one of the most fantastic videogames this year so far.Please buy the witcher 3 you wont regret it at all.
  27. petro999
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Writing this just to post the rating, best game ever, not a fanboy isn't it obvious?
  28. EL-MiNiO
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    Easily the best game I've ever played.
    + game play
    + story
    + graphic
    + sound
    + DLCs are amazing!!
    - ??? (honestly can't think of anything negative about this game)
  29. ATTin
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    Story: 9, Gameplay: 10, Graphics: 10. This is the defenitive of RPG. It's offers you a lot of choices that influence the story outcome in many ways. The writing is superb, but the side quest are the best thing about this game, not the main story, although it's still amazing, the combat is simple but addicting and the graphics are just mind blowing.
  30. veilex
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    This is the epitome of what a good PC game looks like. It is in depth, lacks petty money-grabbing micro-transactions, includes free DLC, is absolutely gorgeous, with believable characters that you can't help but want to know more about. Its a game that makes you want it to never end!
  31. Munkey
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    At the start I will just say that there is no such thing as a perfect game.
    Witcher 3 The Wild Hunt is just an amazing RPG. There are some many things amazing in that game for an experienced RPG player but I will write what I found the best and what did I enjoyed the most.
    First of all the story telling in this game is one of the best I have ever experienced. The main story is very good    At the start I will just say that there is no such thing as a perfect game.
    Witcher 3 The Wild Hunt is just an amazing RPG. There are some many things amazing in that game for an experienced RPG player but I will write what I found the best and what did I enjoyed the most.
    First of all the story telling in this game is one of the best I have ever experienced. The main story is very good paced. The Baron quest line is one of the best in RPG games ever. The story is so full of emotions, tough decisions and twists. Every quest has a story and a background and always two or sometimes even more ways to end it.
    The World of the Witcher is vast and rich with encounters, NPC and more. You got big cities, small villages, forts and ruins to explore. Caves and mountain tops to discover. Yes it has zones it's not one big open world game but one thing in it what is amazing. No loading screens. Enter a cave? A house? A City? A castle? No loading screen! This is how you should do it.
    Combat is very fluid and you can do it how you want it. Sword fighting, signs (aka magic), potions, traps and bombs. Fast and sneaky or slow and tanky? You can play it how you want it.
    There is a lot more equipment and upgrades then in previous games. Swords, axes, crossbows and a lot of different armor parts to chose from. You have different armor sets that are tied in to quests and give you some back story to different Witcher schools.
    Graphic wise Witcher 3 is the best looking game in 2015 period. Yes on PC it requires a powerful machine but on console you still get a medium to high experience. The game just looks beautiful. The character models, the landscape and weather effects. Lightning effects and shadows are amazing. And every zone has its own look and feel to it.
    All and all a great game and one of the best RPG in gaming history. The best game of this year by a mile.
    10 out of 10.    … Expand
  32. sgy0003
    May 19, 2015
    10
    What separates Witcher series from rest of the so-called "Dark Fantasy for Adults" is that there is almost no censorship. From adult dialogues filled with swear words and dark themes to full nudity, CD Projekt Red always has shown what dark fantasy truly. And Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is no exception. Unlike the semi-open world of previous game, W3 is features fully open world with beautifulWhat separates Witcher series from rest of the so-called "Dark Fantasy for Adults" is that there is almost no censorship. From adult dialogues filled with swear words and dark themes to full nudity, CD Projekt Red always has shown what dark fantasy truly. And Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is no exception. Unlike the semi-open world of previous game, W3 is features fully open world with beautiful sceneries, day and night cycle featuring amazing sunset/rise, and interesting people to meet. You will travel various locations, including forest, mountains, underwater, across the seas, caves, and catacombs.

    Almost all the quests (especially story quests) will have to deciding between two choices, and these choices will affect how world revolves around you.

    If you weren't satisfied with Dragon Age: Inquisition, this is the game I highly recommend. 16 free DLCs aren't common these days, you know?    … Expand
  33. Chowjust
    Feb 20, 2019
    10
    When people ask me what is the greatest game I've ever played, The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt comes to mind ever-time. Amazing story, strong and fun RPG style game-play, interested and genuinely lovable characters, fleshed out-lived in open world. I can't fault anything about this game and when there is a small thing I think about, it's drown out but everything the game does right and how it gotWhen people ask me what is the greatest game I've ever played, The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt comes to mind ever-time. Amazing story, strong and fun RPG style game-play, interested and genuinely lovable characters, fleshed out-lived in open world. I can't fault anything about this game and when there is a small thing I think about, it's drown out but everything the game does right and how it got me so invested in the story and made me care about the characters. A must play for anyone who can hold a controller. If you haven't played this yet, your missing out on one of the greatest games of all-time.… Expand
  34. Xani_
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. Good optimization (stable 30 fps on GTX760), beautiful stunning graphics, realistic and brutal, deep rpg and customization system, some old school elements.
    I'm in love.
  35. Shedding
    Oct 19, 2015
    10
    Utter perfection. No other game comes to the level of detail and meticulous care that went into the witcher 3. There are a few little things that are repetitive and a few game breaking bugs. but for a game of this scale those grievances are petty compared to the scope of the game.
  36. Sarovak
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Best game ever, really. Never been this immersed in a game since...the Baldur's gate series when I was a kid. The graphics, the story, the gameplay...THE SIDEQUESTS! man... Seriously, stop reading, just buy it. If you haven't played the last two ones, no worries, you'll get the grasp of it after a few hours.

    I've played it for 70 hours so far, and I can't put it away. Help me...
  37. mbounce88
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Make this simple...One of the besy and biggest games ever made. Graphics are beautiful, gameplay is great, combat excellent, character and story content brilliant. Even if you dont like RPG'S you gotta play this..
  38. cdub77
    Jun 21, 2015
    10
    I'm writing this review a full month after launch. I want to qualify my 10 by saying this is NOT a perfect game. Here's feedback I think you'll find helpful:

    The Good: *Story - I can't say enough (now that I'm really 75% done with the game - something no one who reviewed it the first week could say) how the story here is the bread and butter. NPCs have never been more memorable or    I'm writing this review a full month after launch. I want to qualify my 10 by saying this is NOT a perfect game. Here's feedback I think you'll find helpful:

    The Good:

    *Story - I can't say enough (now that I'm really 75% done with the game - something no one who reviewed it the first week could say) how the story here is the bread and butter. NPCs have never been more memorable or believable. Side quests are more like "side stories" where Geralt stars as super-fantasy detective rather than fetch quests. Counterpoint: There are so many stories that even this new inventive quest style feels a bit stale by the end of it unless you take breaks.

    *The World - The first 10 - 30 hours of Witcher 3 are dominated by the swamp lands and plains of No Man's Land and White Orchard. I believe Developers would totally change White Orchard now if they could and give it the grand depth of Skellege and some of the more remote parts of the world. It's huge, it's got everything you want to see from a western fantasy RPG. Counterpoint: There is nothing here that hasn't been done in western RPGS before - nothing like the hard-to-imagine landscapes Final Fantasy creates.

    *Crafting & Loot: Collecting and upgrading Witcher Gear is a blast. There are 5 sets (Serpent, Bear, Wolf, Griffin, Cat) and each has at least 4 tiers of upgrades. The plans for these upgrades are hidden throughout the world in usually inventive out-of-the-way places that are fun to experience and explore. The gear looks very cool - and by the time you get it to high level, the complete look for Geralt is something you'll enjoy seeing in cut scenes, and you even have a passive ability you can level up to enhance the gear you wear based on type. Counterpoint: You don't have enough storage to keep all the gear you'd like to build and mats so the game forces too much inventory management to enjoy the crafting system fully

    The Bad:

    *The Controls - Everyone agrees this is the worst part of the game. It's worst when you are trying to talk to someone or open a chest and you are right next to them yet you cannot click on them. You tap your controller and you somehow bump into them, causing a scene and not helping. Totally breaks immersion. In battle the controls are bad as well - but not as annoying as interacting with npcs and objects. Particularly, the roll often over shoots and objects from the environment that shouldn't cause enemies to be out of reach. (I didn't talk about the horse, but I could have). Counterpoint: The devs have released several patches to improve the worst aspects of the game. I do believe this will improve moving forward.

    *The Difficulty - The game is cake - literally. I started on normal, was at hard by hour 20 and was at hardest difficulty by hour 40. I suggest all serious gamers start on the hardest setting. Why? Because it's most fun to play when you engage with the systems and role play Geralt. You're a monster hunting detective and you need to use everything at your power to overcome these awesome beasts. Epic battles where you worry about your potions and sign use are far more satisfying than hack-n-slash that happens at normal difficulty. I do hope an extra hard setting is released along with NG+ at some point. Counterpoint: This seems like the type of balancing that can still take place, so maybe this complaint goes away.

    *The Size - no matter how you slice it, the game is so big it's overwhelming. There is simply no way to do everything in it with any reasonable expectation of finishing soon. It must be handled like Skyrim and Fallout - given over to those games that you just accept you may never do everything in. The problem with this is that the way its presented really wants to make you see everything in it more than Skyrim. This produces fatigue at a certain point. Counterpoint: Anything lengthy produces fatigue - like a Marathon, or getting a law degree. So you just need to weigh if Witcher 3 is still delivering on what you want out of video games or if there is something else out there. I don't really see this as a serious complaint, but it is true and I do feel fatigue and need to seek other games to play every so often.

    For me - the 10 represents that I've spent more time and obsessed more over this world than I have any other game in years. I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  39. Xamepon
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    An absolute masterpiece and experience to own. Great writing, gameplay, characters, quests, main story all set within a vast rich compelling world that both old and new fans are sure to enjoy!
  40. erfanj
    Jul 26, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a game to talk about for months to come. Glorious, big, ambition, magnificent, distinct... you could literally add to this list all the adjectives you see in reviews praising great games and it would still be not enough. The gameplay and the combat is quite lovely and smooth once you get the hang of it. It's not a hard game as long as you don't want it to be butThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a game to talk about for months to come. Glorious, big, ambition, magnificent, distinct... you could literally add to this list all the adjectives you see in reviews praising great games and it would still be not enough. The gameplay and the combat is quite lovely and smooth once you get the hang of it. It's not a hard game as long as you don't want it to be but remember that the Witcher 3's greatest victory is it's wonderful storytelling, characterization and incredible visuals. For all the lovers of RPG and open world games, this is a must-have!… Expand
  41. DragonBorn-
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has to be one of the best games I have ever played. Maybe even better than the beast that is Skyrim!

    They weren't lying when they said you need at least 100 hours to complete it. The world is huge, way bigger than GTA. One quest can take you well over an hour to finish. Dozens and dozens of main quests and side quests its never ending. Not to mention just    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has to be one of the best games I have ever played. Maybe even better than the beast that is Skyrim!

    They weren't lying when they said you need at least 100 hours to complete it. The world is huge, way bigger than GTA. One quest can take you well over an hour to finish. Dozens and dozens of main quests and side quests its never ending. Not to mention just exploring the beautiful but dangerous world looking for all the cool armor schematics and all the other cool collectibles.

    Graphics are excellent, characters, foreground and background. Awesome voice actors as well. Mostly old English accents. The story line is incredible. So adult and mature and ever exciting. As other people have said the attention to detail on this game is ridiculous. Unlike some RPG's, you are well rewarded for completing all the side quests and Witcher contracts.

    Levelling up is top class. You have the choice on which area to use your reward points, combat, magic, character etc etc. I could go on forever. When modern game developers are seemingly always in a hurry to rush out a poor game for a quick buck, you can just feel how much effort has been put into making this game it almost feels a privilege to play it.

    Well done to the guys in Poland at CD Projekt Red, you have set the bar for all future RPG's. A well deserved 10/10 from me!    … Expand
  42. Turbodowg
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    After beating the epic Bloodborne for the second time, I couldn't find pleasure in any other games for a few weeks. That was until I bought The Witcher 3. I'd not played the first 2 games and was a little worried I would feel alienated when it came to the story and characters, but was very pleasantly surprised when I realised how accessible this game is to new players to the series. TheAfter beating the epic Bloodborne for the second time, I couldn't find pleasure in any other games for a few weeks. That was until I bought The Witcher 3. I'd not played the first 2 games and was a little worried I would feel alienated when it came to the story and characters, but was very pleasantly surprised when I realised how accessible this game is to new players to the series. The gameplay is fantastic. Beautiful graphics complement the fascinating storyline littered with interesting characters and quests. The quests are varied and span across a highly detailed massive world map. Combat is tight and controls work very well. The music is stunning and the voice acting perfect. There is so much to do and achieve and the game will last way over 100 hours. I highly recommend this awesome game.… Expand
  43. nbt98001
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    In my opinion one of the best RPGs ever made. Hardcore RPG-fanatics might think it lacks desired complexity and depth, but for us just in for the ride its superb. Great story, great game(play).
  44. Jakovo
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    An absolutely incredible roleplaying game that is on a whole other level of narrative and atmosphere compared to games such as Skyrim. And crucially, your choices actually matter and make an impact upon the game world.
  45. rgang
    May 19, 2015
    10
    a game of this caliber, in terms of story delivery, immersion with the environment, and gameplay mechanics, doesn't come too often. This is a must have experience for anyone who appreciates gaming as a way of experiencing and participating in story-telling
  46. limakkepank
    Aug 15, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Much has already been written about this game. For me this game is the fulfillment of the deepest dreams. Wild Gon is a milestone in creating a huge world with a thrilling and coherent fantasy story. The best game I ever played. Decisive 11/10 :)… Expand
  47. lucioLAN
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    The game is a masterpiece as story, graphics, music and gameplay! He give me that's joy I only found in Skyrim.
  48. HaloFever
    Aug 24, 2017
    10
    If any game deserves a 10/10, it is The Witcher 3. The content in this game is massive, perhaps infinite. I certainly lacked the capacity to finish all the side missions. The amount of voice work and motion capture is truly incredible. This game puts others to shame.

    The gameplay is also fun in a beat-em up kind of way. The game lets you play with different styles and I chose fast and    If any game deserves a 10/10, it is The Witcher 3. The content in this game is massive, perhaps infinite. I certainly lacked the capacity to finish all the side missions. The amount of voice work and motion capture is truly incredible. This game puts others to shame.

    The gameplay is also fun in a beat-em up kind of way. The game lets you play with different styles and I chose fast and agile. By the final boss, I felt like I was playing on easy mode. Animations could have been smoother for the protagonist but then I say that about every game.

    The inventory system was the only negative. This was a real throwback to a bad time in inventory and shop management. It would be better to leave all the rusty swords on the ground and let the protagonist focus on the story. It's a small to pay, though, for such a gorgeous game.

    If you haven't played the Witcher 3, you are missing out on the best game this generation. I guarantee it.    … Expand
  49. Furys_Shot
    May 24, 2015
    10
    Plain and simple this game is stunning, there is just no other way to put it. Never in my life have a played an RPG that gives you such an alive and immersive feeling as Wild Hunt gives you. From the main story quests, secondary quests, contracts and treasure hunt, the developers have crafted each quest to make you care, to make you eagerly complete the quest to see the exciting outcome.Plain and simple this game is stunning, there is just no other way to put it. Never in my life have a played an RPG that gives you such an alive and immersive feeling as Wild Hunt gives you. From the main story quests, secondary quests, contracts and treasure hunt, the developers have crafted each quest to make you care, to make you eagerly complete the quest to see the exciting outcome. From hunting down monsters across the vast open world, to simply helping an old lady get her frying pan pack, you care. That for me is what makes this game a 10. The lore is so fascinating, the combat is exhilarating, leveling crafting and alchemy have so much depth, and I can't even begin to tell you how much time I have put into the (mini)game gwent; all of what I listed adds to experience, but again it is how the game makes you care and in turn makes you cautious with your decision making. Every choice has a consequence and a lot of choices come down to choosing the lesser of two evils, however it is this choice that makes the game feel so grounded in reality. Your actions have consequences, Every time you have a choice (at least for myself) you take time to consider what is the best options for Geralt and for the world he lives in. In conclusion, the game is just so good, and if any developer has ever earned your $60 dollars it's without a doubt CDPR.

    ps, sorry for any grammar or spelling mistakes, or if things are worried funny. I quickly wrote this in 5 mins and didn't take any time to revise mistakes.    … Expand
  50. Deependra
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    To be honest, witcher 3 is a great game. It does deliver great gaming experience. I do understand it is not each and everyone's cup of tea since the game is bit lengthy but at the same time it does come up with the value for the time you invest.
    Ciri is another playable protagonist character here, who's skills are fun to explore. Undoubtedly the character development of Geralt is    To be honest, witcher 3 is a great game. It does deliver great gaming experience. I do understand it is not each and everyone's cup of tea since the game is bit lengthy but at the same time it does come up with the value for the time you invest.
    Ciri is another playable protagonist character here, who's skills are fun to explore. Undoubtedly the character development of Geralt is exceptionally good. Skill tree, combat systems and creation of useful stuffs such as various types of bombs along with equipments, makes the game complete. Also, the support by developer aka CD projekt was essential. ( Unlike **** ea ). Huge maps to explore and value added DLC does do justice to the game. My over all experience with the game is stunningly good. Worth calling it a masterpiece.
    Right from world design to combat systems, each and every elements were perfect at their place.
    Also remember, you can not doubt on the game with over 250 GOTYs and 800 awards :)    … Expand
  51. roshi82
    Jun 26, 2015
    10
    I haven't bought a new release game since AC:Unity. And I did want to hold off on buying the witcher but I couldn't hold out and bought it the day after it was released. I am very weak minded. Anyway. The game is perfect. I have spent well over 100 hours probably close to 150 or more and I still have a ton of stuff to do. Of course there are the usual glitches but nothing ever got inI haven't bought a new release game since AC:Unity. And I did want to hold off on buying the witcher but I couldn't hold out and bought it the day after it was released. I am very weak minded. Anyway. The game is perfect. I have spent well over 100 hours probably close to 150 or more and I still have a ton of stuff to do. Of course there are the usual glitches but nothing ever got in my way. I loved the story line, I never played any of the other witcher games and it was very easy to follow. The characters were brilliantly written. Like alot I am obsessed with Ciri ( i hope the DLC involves her) I bought the strategy guide, the art book and the world of the witcher. Aswell as the books that inspired the game. I cannot get enough of this world. As soon as I clear up the map I am going to start the game again and do somethings different this time. Also the game has improved my "fighting" skills. I will sadly admit I am usually a button masher aggressor type but the witcher has tought me some gaming skills and I can feel myself improving alot. I love the witcher. I haven't loved a game this much since Dragon Age Inquisition. Top game! Wish I could play it now but the tv is in use :(… Expand
  52. TakeshiR
    Feb 23, 2016
    10
    The best away game so far !!! True masterpiece, well developed , the story is a gold mine for those who not only played the previous titles , but also read the books . The company respeira the player and offers his best, if there was a grade 11, this would be this game...
  53. Mithrava
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    This is the most fun I've had in a video game since TESV:Skyrim and Red Dead Redemption. If you like those games, then TW3 is for you. To me, TW3 is in one word: "sublime", and in two words: "pure awesomeness".
  54. Crunchtheist
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    There's nothing I could say about this game that hasn't already been said... So I'm just giving my opinion to add to the billions of anecdotes already available: Hands-down the best game I've played in recent years, and proudly among the best games I've EVER played! Only issue: Geralt and Roach don't like obeying fine input commands, like inching forward, or turning on a dime... This canThere's nothing I could say about this game that hasn't already been said... So I'm just giving my opinion to add to the billions of anecdotes already available: Hands-down the best game I've played in recent years, and proudly among the best games I've EVER played! Only issue: Geralt and Roach don't like obeying fine input commands, like inching forward, or turning on a dime... This can be frustrating while trying to loot. I know, if that's my biggest complaint in the entire game, then it must be pretty good!… Expand
  55. joanjett
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Down grade? Oh i don't think so lol! With about 8 hrs of play so far i've not had 1 crash. The game is beautiful
    and even on my pc i7 2600k 3.4 speed boosted to 3.8 with a gtx 760 4 gig mem card and 16 mem i am running it on high. I am loving the voice acting and the music. And good news for people who never played The Witcher series, they have a good tutorial to help you out with combat    Down grade? Oh i don't think so lol! With about 8 hrs of play so far i've not had 1 crash. The game is beautiful
    and even on my pc i7 2600k 3.4 speed boosted to 3.8 with a gtx 760 4 gig mem card and 16 mem i am running it on high. I am loving the voice acting and the music. And good news for people who never played The Witcher series, they have a good tutorial to help you out with combat and well everything. This is going to keep me busy for a long time! This game is going to break a lot of records.    … Expand
  56. ChiLocc
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Amazing game with great gameplay and story. This game is while the third in the series, is still a great jumping point and CD Projekt Red has done a good job at explaining the backstory. Granted playing the other games and reading the books will allow you to get more out of it, playing this game is still a must for anyone with a ps4, xbox one or a pc strong enough to run it.
  57. zongi
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 2 intro is a master piece, so I was disjointed with the beginning of the Witcher 3, but then I played it.... it is as close as you can get today to a perfect game. The side quests are interesting and worth doing, with Gerald ending up performing in a play or needing to choose between bad and very bad.

    as always, you are not an invincible super hero, swing your sword the    The Witcher 2 intro is a master piece, so I was disjointed with the beginning of the Witcher 3, but then I played it.... it is as close as you can get today to a perfect game. The side quests are interesting and worth doing, with Gerald ending up performing in a play or needing to choose between bad and very bad.

    as always, you are not an invincible super hero, swing your sword the wrong way and you'd die quickly so combat is exciting and needs brain, not just brown.

    Worth buying, worth playing, fantastic fun    … Expand
  58. JJthis
    May 24, 2015
    10
    The world is NOT big yet boring. It's big, it's grand and it's realistic.
    The combat controls are NOT terrible, as some say. Neither are the movement controls. It's just different to other types of RPGs.
    The graphics are good, but not the best (does it really have to be the best to be good?) There are no framerate issues if you're running it on minimum specs (if there is, it's a problem    The world is NOT big yet boring. It's big, it's grand and it's realistic.
    The combat controls are NOT terrible, as some say. Neither are the movement controls. It's just different to other types of RPGs.
    The graphics are good, but not the best (does it really have to be the best to be good?)
    There are no framerate issues if you're running it on minimum specs (if there is, it's a problem on your system).
    The story is NOT bland. If you read the books, read the comics and get to know the lore there is a lot to love about the story.
    This game is great.
    If you expected a perfect game then you're living in a fantasy world. If you think it's overhyped, you overhyped it for yourself.
    The Witcher 3 is as good as it gets when it comes to combining all the elements that make RPGs great. It's a masterpiece.    … Expand
  59. pongkrit03
    May 23, 2015
    10
    I think this game will become legendary. Witcher 3 is just too awesome and vast. I could not cover all great details here. This is the first game I gave perfect score although actually I would like to give it 9.7 due to the long loading time and the game depends a little too much on gears. However, I would like to say the game improve much from Witcher 2.

    The World - Perfect open-world    I think this game will become legendary. Witcher 3 is just too awesome and vast. I could not cover all great details here. This is the first game I gave perfect score although actually I would like to give it 9.7 due to the long loading time and the game depends a little too much on gears. However, I would like to say the game improve much from Witcher 2.

    The World - Perfect open-world with a huge amount of details. Graphic is great. Character designs are god-like, they feel so real. Game length is so immense. I spent like 20 hours and I think I haven't reached 10% of the game yet.

    Story - Very good, no complain. (but I think witcher 2 is better in the beginning part, well, I think I have to play more, I havn't finished the game yet)

    Combat System - works very well. Although, if you compare with Bloodborne, you may feel that it is a little clunky. Well you need to know that Bloodborne is expert in that area so it will be hard for any game to surpass that. However, Witcher 3 combat system also has its own merits. You need to stay with it for a while. Be more patient, this game does not want you to be as aggressive as blood borne but to be mindful and strategic.

    Music - Don't see any flaw in this area. Voice acting is great

    Additional point - You can play card game in Witcher 3 + you get a real map from your box and good manual hard copy.

    That is all, In sum, If you like Skyrim, this game is a must play for you. If you have never played RPG open world before, this game is a good epitome for you to see what a perfect open-world rpg game is, you should give it a try. If you don't like Skyrim, there is a high chance you will not like this game also.    … Expand
  60. Goalzzz
    Mar 9, 2016
    10
    One of PS4's best game for sure I throughly enjoyed it the combat was super especially the controls, Story and graphics. Great conclusions and boss fights for the finale's geralt of riva story. Must buy for PS4 owners and the expansions pass was worth it.
  61. tivruski
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing, it can make you laugh and on diffrent occasion can make you cry. There is so much content here but non of it seems "empty", and if you remember infinite quests in Skyrim you should know what I`m taking about. The characters are belivable and fun, I didn`t felt tired of the world at any point.
  62. ryan1456
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This game is wonderfully made from top to bottom. The graphics are not out of this world great but they are definitely good. Better than Dragon Age if you must have a comparison. The combat is very fluid, and fun. The whole atmosphere around the game is wonderfully created, from the music, to the interactions, to the environment and so on. The fact the were able to create a very detailedThis game is wonderfully made from top to bottom. The graphics are not out of this world great but they are definitely good. Better than Dragon Age if you must have a comparison. The combat is very fluid, and fun. The whole atmosphere around the game is wonderfully created, from the music, to the interactions, to the environment and so on. The fact the were able to create a very detailed day/night cycle, and dynamic weather is just a plus to the already great environments.

    The voice acting is superb, but be careful if you have children around because much of it relies on having a mature audience with a sense of humor. The amount of creatues in the game is astounding. Most RPGs you come across 10 or so different creatures, and that is it. Then you will repeat the cycle with the same creatues over and over. There are an enormous amount of different type of creatures in this game, or those close to the series, "monsters." The attention to detail is amazing. I came across a farmer in game that was shoveling in a field, and his shovel would enter the ground empty, and when it came back up, there was a shovel full of dirt. Once he tossed the shovel, you could actually see the dirt being tossed off. Another example was a kid playing in a stream, and you could actually see the water ripple as he moved his hands through it.

    I haev seen several reviews where people have given the game a low score based solely, and only, on the reasoning they can't create their own character. I find it utterly amusing someone would waste their time to write a negative review about this when they should have know well in advance that Geralt is the main character of the game and the book. What ever made them think they were going to be able to alter the story given in the books is beyond me. It is an adventure about Geralt of Rivia, not John Doe of Pocono.    … Expand
  63. kasparius
    Feb 24, 2016
    10
    I'm giving the game a 10. Is is perfect? No, it's not. There are many small issues that plague the game, the combat, while good and definitely far better than what some people say, could be better and the list could go on, but despite these qualms, I absolutely loved every second I spent with the game, during two playthroughs and the first DLC. It is one of the most immersive andI'm giving the game a 10. Is is perfect? No, it's not. There are many small issues that plague the game, the combat, while good and definitely far better than what some people say, could be better and the list could go on, but despite these qualms, I absolutely loved every second I spent with the game, during two playthroughs and the first DLC. It is one of the most immersive and unforgettable game I've ever played. The characters and the writing are great, and not just video game great, simply great. While Bloodborne had better gameplay and combat, and other games this year had better elements, the all around best for me, by a huge margin, was Witcher 3.… Expand
  64. lightyears
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    One of the best video games ever made. Without a doubt best PS4 game so far. It's not flawless, but its a new milestone in gaming development. The first game that combines a massive open world with good graphics and a quality dynamic story (where the players decisions really change the story and lead to different endings). The content is enough for weeks of fun. The graphics are goodOne of the best video games ever made. Without a doubt best PS4 game so far. It's not flawless, but its a new milestone in gaming development. The first game that combines a massive open world with good graphics and a quality dynamic story (where the players decisions really change the story and lead to different endings). The content is enough for weeks of fun. The graphics are good (altough not as stunning as I expected before the release). The characters and the story are impressively worked out as if the game is a quality novel itself. The same quality story telling as Witcher 2. The open world is large and you can enter plenty of buildings. This is why this open world is more impressive than GTA5, because in GTA 5 you can not enter buildings. The weather and day/night cycle are also dynamic and impressive. The wind really let the trees shake. Does it has flaws? Some minor. The controls are not always perfect during battles and sometimes you will experience framedrops in cities. But that are minor points against a game that is the new milestone in gaming. Any linear game looks completely outdated against this game. CD Project Red set the bar very high for this game and somehow managed to deliver. I would give it a 95 score. Altough not completely flawless, still one of the best games ever made.… Expand
  65. dunnyone
    May 19, 2015
    10
    I haven't even opened the box yet and I'm excited. Giving it 10/10 cause it has horses in it. What also helps is that Geralt seems to have a beard in this one, and I am a fan of beards. I find them comforting.
  66. Poopypants123
    Jun 6, 2015
    10
    This is by far the best RPG ever made. The attention to detail is astounding. You feel fully immersed in the world and like your choices have an actual impact on the world. One of the best games to ever come out. Not to be missed
  67. Azlinthelich
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Ignore the average trolls who hate everything as they are simply clueless.

    With the exception of having the Witcher 2 save simulation set to on causing the game to not load this game has been all but perfect. Yes, the camera takes some getting used to but anyone who has played a game involving movement with one stick and the camera with the other should have no problems. The world    Ignore the average trolls who hate everything as they are simply clueless.

    With the exception of having the Witcher 2 save simulation set to on causing the game to not load this game has been all but perfect. Yes, the camera takes some getting used to but anyone who has played a game involving movement with one stick and the camera with the other should have no problems.

    The world itself is vast, the writing is well done, the voice acting is very good, it's a very good looking game.

    As others have mentioned it seems to have pulled from several very popular and successful games such as Skyrim and Dragon Age.

    If you enjoy action RPG's and open worlds this game is a must buy.    … Expand
  68. MaxPayneIsGod
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    A master piece in every sense of the word. I've been hanging out for this game since finishing Witcher 2 years ago. As soon as Wild Hunt was announced I knew it would be a must buy.
    It's deep, dark story lines and overall narrative are the most mature you'll ever experience in a video game. It's stunningly presented, graphically it's second to none. Geralt himself is easily the best    A master piece in every sense of the word. I've been hanging out for this game since finishing Witcher 2 years ago. As soon as Wild Hunt was announced I knew it would be a must buy.
    It's deep, dark story lines and overall narrative are the most mature you'll ever experience in a video game. It's stunningly presented, graphically it's second to none. Geralt himself is easily the best character in video game history. The characters he encounters the NPC's, the friends and enemies are all unique and varied. Enemy AI is fantastic, each type of monster operates differently and distinctly to the others.
    The amount of time and love CDPR has put into this game is astronomical, and it shows. Its the first game I've ever played where I can happily wander around and just soak up the environments.
    And Gwent! Who would've thought that this little side-game could be as good as it is and as addictive.
    There's so many things going on in Witcher 3 and at first it was super daunting, but like everything you've just got to keep putting one step in front of the other.
    I've played Bloodborne and Fallout 4 and they simply have nothing on Witcher 3. I just love it, there are no other words and not enough praise can be placed upon this game. The fact that CDPR are continually supporting and adding to it is a testament to this work of art they've allowed us to experience.    … Expand
  69. Jambobbyb
    May 29, 2015
    10
    I very rarely change my mind on a game, I wrote a review complaining about it earlier and then played if for another few hours and I have to say i was wrong this title is awesome! 10-10!
  70. Sugoda
    Jun 21, 2015
    10
    Having never played the first two games in the series I was hesitant to jump into this. I'm glad I did as it's quickly become one of my favorite RPG's I've ever played. I've spent a full month playing it and finally beat it. I already am saddened by the fact it's over. What's remarkable is the time the developers even spent on side missions. Many are varied and there's self containedHaving never played the first two games in the series I was hesitant to jump into this. I'm glad I did as it's quickly become one of my favorite RPG's I've ever played. I've spent a full month playing it and finally beat it. I already am saddened by the fact it's over. What's remarkable is the time the developers even spent on side missions. Many are varied and there's self contained stories throughout the game waiting to be uncovered. Mixed in is a side game called Gwent which is a pretty fun card game and had me putting about 20 hours or more. It's fun going all over the world searching for new players and earning new cards.

    The open world is massive and the best I've ever experienced, along with the day/night time change it adds a level of depth to it all. I urge anyone that is on the fence to give it a try, the story, voice acting and character models are all excellent. The combat is fun and varied, similar to games like the Batman Arkham, Shadows of Mordor combat. It requires a great deal more skill on harder difficulties.

    It makes me truly wish they made this into a TV series, in the hands of a good company like HBO or Netflix it could rival Game of Thrones.    … Expand
  71. Shaymin
    Jun 14, 2015
    10
    Probably the best game I've played for the past 10 years. Amazing world. Amazing sense of details. Congratulations to CD Projekt Red for what they've done. My mind is blown.
  72. tybyrd93
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Not a huge rpg fan but I'm more than happy with my purchase. This game is definitely crafted with care, and it shows in its huge, dense world, intriguing characters and quests, and attention to detail. This is the first game where I've felt like the world is truly alive. The combat is tricky, but it encourages planning ahead and practicing which adds yet another dimension to an alreadyNot a huge rpg fan but I'm more than happy with my purchase. This game is definitely crafted with care, and it shows in its huge, dense world, intriguing characters and quests, and attention to detail. This is the first game where I've felt like the world is truly alive. The combat is tricky, but it encourages planning ahead and practicing which adds yet another dimension to an already amazing experience… Expand
  73. Ecresis
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Where is the 11 on that scale ?

    This is the game I'v been waiting for. Huge map, original monsters, best storyline ever made (of course it's from a book, I know). Awesome graphics, dialogues, sidequests, treasures, strange things, humor, sex.. Novigrad has to be the best city ever made in a video game, so lively, so beautiful. Every quest has a backstory, loads of books to read, 36    Where is the 11 on that scale ?

    This is the game I'v been waiting for. Huge map, original monsters, best storyline ever made (of course it's from a book, I know). Awesome graphics, dialogues, sidequests, treasures, strange things, humor, sex..

    Novigrad has to be the best city ever made in a video game, so lively, so beautiful. Every quest has a backstory, loads of books to read, 36 different endings, perfect combat system...

    If you like taking your time, building a character, collect 59808 plants to make potions and useless crap, buy this game, the season pass and everything, I doubt we'll have a game that good in the next years

    Absolutely stunning, 10/10    … Expand
  74. Spaidi
    Jun 18, 2017
    10
    What can i say. Im from Poland, and I love this game. Great and long RPG game, with fun situations, addicted story, effective fight. If u loved this game, make sure You buy DLC.
  75. Naveen196
    Dec 21, 2015
    10
    A must-have PS4 title.
    What this game brings is a mature, sensitive and violent story.
    The main quest involves exchanging information with various individuals for information on Ciri's location, your adopted daughter. It may feel slightly padded out, but is gripping nonetheless. Where this game shines is in the side quests, which also involve Witcher contracts, where you gotta kill    A must-have PS4 title.
    What this game brings is a mature, sensitive and violent story.
    The main quest involves exchanging information with various individuals for information on Ciri's location, your adopted daughter. It may feel slightly padded out, but is gripping nonetheless. Where this game shines is in the side quests, which also involve Witcher contracts, where you gotta kill monsters for your paycheck. It almost brings a detective-like gameplay element, I quite like it. Every single side quest has obsessive attention to detail, and, in my opinion, are better than the main quest itself.
    The combat could use improvements. It may get repetitive at times, and the controls may sometimes get wonky, but it is still fun, with cool swordplay and magic. With each level tou gain, you can invest in certain skills to eventually unlock new and powerful moves.
    The open world is absolutely gorgeous and dense with stuff to do. There will be many moments where you'll turn off your HUD and take a screenshot. With the latest updates, the framerate is a very stable 30 fps.
    All in all, what makes Witcher 3 one of the best games of this generation, and my personal favourite RPG, is the story.
    This game WILL consume a lot of your time, around 50 hours for just the main story. And youre gonna love it.
    There will be some instances which require Witcher 1/2 knowledge, so I recommend reading the Compendium (included in the boxed game).
    Game of the Year material.    … Expand
  76. Anund
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    I just beat this game. I was sad when it ended, it feels as if I have lost a bunch of friends I used to hang out with. Yes, the controls are a little challenging sometimes, but everything else is superb. The story, the world and the characters. Even the numerous side quests are worth doing for the writing and the stories they tell. This game is in the top five games I have played, allI just beat this game. I was sad when it ended, it feels as if I have lost a bunch of friends I used to hang out with. Yes, the controls are a little challenging sometimes, but everything else is superb. The story, the world and the characters. Even the numerous side quests are worth doing for the writing and the stories they tell. This game is in the top five games I have played, all time. Can't wait for the expansions.… Expand
  77. adamlandos93
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    I surprisingly just can't put this down. I've sank 50 hours in it and I am still playing every night for many hours.
    Its satisfying, violent, swift and punchy combat compliments the deep lore and many storylines that the player comes across in the form of side quests or as small stories during the main quest. What amazed me is that all these little storylines are so mature that even    I surprisingly just can't put this down. I've sank 50 hours in it and I am still playing every night for many hours.
    Its satisfying, violent, swift and punchy combat compliments the deep lore and many storylines that the player comes across in the form of side quests or as small stories during the main quest. What amazed me is that all these little storylines are so mature that even though this is a fantasy game, it makes you feel that its characters are very human; you can feel their pain, misery, desperation as well as their hope to make things better.
    The world is absolutely massive, but as wide as it is, it is also deep. I want to explore every nook and cranny because every spot hides something interesting.
    The leveling system is superb, with a lot of depth that presents itself slowly enough so that it can be digested and eventually mastered.
    Everything in this game has a ton of layers to peel and while it is a challenging game, it nonetheless makes you feel like a superhuman badass that goes from hunting haunting beasts to subtly uncovering the human inside of Geralt and everybody else in its diverse cast of characters.
    Sure, there are glitches and bugs here and there, but it's a humongous world with hundreds of quests, armor, weapons, etc and everything is done in a masterful game.
    Not only this is full of quality, but its quantity is probably unbeatable. I expect to put in this hundreds of hours, so its value cannot be underestimated.
    To conclude, this is one of the best games I've ever played; something I just can't put down even though I spent a lot of hours in this world. But, for me, the undoubtable star of the show is its densely layered, rich, mature and always-interesting storylines, side-quests included.    … Expand
  78. lion8797
    May 29, 2015
    10
    I absolutely love how this Game develops, wow never had so much fun since Skyrim. Great Story and the tactical combat with signs is extremely fun and exciting. LISTEN: THIS GAME IS GREAT. some people give negative ridiculously low scores to keep the cumulative score low. Like a zero because they did not feel it was Awesome like the rest of us. Developers and Programmers from otherI absolutely love how this Game develops, wow never had so much fun since Skyrim. Great Story and the tactical combat with signs is extremely fun and exciting. LISTEN: THIS GAME IS GREAT. some people give negative ridiculously low scores to keep the cumulative score low. Like a zero because they did not feel it was Awesome like the rest of us. Developers and Programmers from other companies don't hate. They did it Better!… Expand
  79. Darth_Kane
    May 16, 2016
    10
    I just finished this game, and damn right I was missing out! I was never very much into RPGs, I always felt that most of them just drags on way too long, and I got bored often. But not with The Witcher 3. This game is amazing, the world, the characters, everything. Some technical issues here and there drag it down, but I still enjoyed this huge fantasy world for nearly a 100 hours. I willI just finished this game, and damn right I was missing out! I was never very much into RPGs, I always felt that most of them just drags on way too long, and I got bored often. But not with The Witcher 3. This game is amazing, the world, the characters, everything. Some technical issues here and there drag it down, but I still enjoyed this huge fantasy world for nearly a 100 hours. I will definitely get the 2 DLCs!… Expand
  80. Skunkgp
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Amazing game is an understatement. So instead of trying to list everything great about it, I will say, the only bad thing about this game is the controls can be a bit funny at times. Besides this it has been.... Just wonderful! Amazing, amazing, amazing! That one little negative that will most surely be fixed in a patch does not mean this game deserves less than a perfect score. Right upAmazing game is an understatement. So instead of trying to list everything great about it, I will say, the only bad thing about this game is the controls can be a bit funny at times. Besides this it has been.... Just wonderful! Amazing, amazing, amazing! That one little negative that will most surely be fixed in a patch does not mean this game deserves less than a perfect score. Right up there for me with "Red Dead Redemption," and "Ocarina of Time."… Expand
  81. ToFewViews
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    Witcher 3 is a step forward in RPG's, It shows just how big and immersive you can make a modern day RPG. Within the first few hours of the game I had a overwhelming amount of side-quests and points of interest just in the first arena...but I liked it, it gives you the feeling of being in a real active world where your actions matter, witch they do. Every little thing you do in The WitcherWitcher 3 is a step forward in RPG's, It shows just how big and immersive you can make a modern day RPG. Within the first few hours of the game I had a overwhelming amount of side-quests and points of interest just in the first arena...but I liked it, it gives you the feeling of being in a real active world where your actions matter, witch they do. Every little thing you do in The Witcher 3 could come back full circle to you, even the smallest things. The story of The Witcher games have all been good mostly thanks to the Witcher Books the series is based off.But Witcher 3 follows suit for the most part, at times you feel like your just running from A to B to help someone so they will in turn help you by giving you info for the 2 people you are looking for.But that IS what a "Witcher" is he is a hired monster killer and you do lots of that. Harpies,Griffins,Spirits and Cannibals are just a few of the foes you have to decapitate and cut in half.The combat in the game is very smooth and feels great, All enemies have there own weaknesses and strengths you need to learn and use against them. Some being Oils or Potions you can craft to make you stronger against that type of foe or a time of day that is better to fight it. The developer CD Project Red worked extremely hard on bringing the best possible experience they could to the PS4 and Xbox One, The game still suffers from some frame rate issues and stuttering but it doesn't stop you from enjoying the game very much. The PC version of the game is much better in that subject (If you have a good PC). But regardless of how the game runs if your a fan of RPGs you owe it to yourself to give your Time to "The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt" and it's lots of time trust me, you differently get your moneys worth.… Expand
  82. daroczi
    Jun 14, 2015
    10
    I was skeptical after a few hours. I despise Ubisoft's cut-n-paste, repetative, boring excuses for "open world" games, and one look at the game map in Witcher 3 made me assume that a map this huge MUST have sacrificed quality for size. W1 and 2 were some of my favorite games because of the level of detail and effort that shines, and I can't believe that they actually applied that levelI was skeptical after a few hours. I despise Ubisoft's cut-n-paste, repetative, boring excuses for "open world" games, and one look at the game map in Witcher 3 made me assume that a map this huge MUST have sacrificed quality for size. W1 and 2 were some of my favorite games because of the level of detail and effort that shines, and I can't believe that they actually applied that level of effort to the whole game world! It's amazing! I like everything about Witcher 3. I hope Bethesda takes notes from it.… Expand
  83. boomslinger45
    May 19, 2015
    10
    What can you say about this game? After playing RPG's since the early 80's I can honestly say this beats Baldur's Gate, Ultima's, and all others hands down. A fantastic attention to detail has made this one of the most moving, interactive displays of graphics and storytelling ever. The games within games no spoilers though are incredibly well done. The characters seem alive, the magicallyWhat can you say about this game? After playing RPG's since the early 80's I can honestly say this beats Baldur's Gate, Ultima's, and all others hands down. A fantastic attention to detail has made this one of the most moving, interactive displays of graphics and storytelling ever. The games within games no spoilers though are incredibly well done. The characters seem alive, the magically presented world is so much better than you could imagine down to correctly balancing game play and combat. The inventory system and tutorial are remarkable. If you like RPG's then this will be the best $50 you've ever spent on a video game. Stupendous job guys and gals at CD Projekt Red!… Expand
  84. bigboss1964
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt

    Game-play:The game-play is absolutely fantastic in this game the combat is great sometimes slow sometimes fast and you have to always read your enemies movement to plan your next strike at them with combos that involve swords attacks with magic and potions this game have one of the best fighting systems out there there are also puzzles in the game they are    The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt

    Game-play:The game-play is absolutely fantastic in this game the combat is great sometimes slow sometimes fast and you have to always read your enemies movement to plan your next strike at them with combos that involve swords attacks with magic and potions this game have one of the best fighting systems out there there are also puzzles in the game they are sometimes very easy but still happy they are here.The only thing I could find bad in this game is the horse riding which is really bad but you can easily overlook that.

    Story:The story is one of the best stories I have ever played with a great cast of characters and a very good writing and voice acting .Also the choices you make in the game have impact on the world around you.And I did not find any moment in this story that I was board I always wanted to hear the conversations and learn more about the characters and the world.

    Graphics:The graphics are great and very beautiful but sometimes after loading there is some frame drops for a few seconds.

    Notes:The open-world feels amazing and alive there are a ton of weapons and gear that you can craft or buy.Some bugs and glitches will not ruin your experience believe me .Also the game can be very easy at times so if yo want some challenge put it on the hard mode from the start.I am sure that I forgot some things about this game and that is because it is very big I have spent 192 hours into the game and I still want to play this game is legendary and it is worth the full price.I think everyone that loves games should have it.    … Expand
  85. Iberian_Buffalo
    Jan 19, 2016
    10
    Currently PS4 version is in great shape. Smooth gameplay, nice graphic, responsive control. Game itself is great and everyone should play it. All problems from past are fixed.
  86. prawntoast1
    Jun 28, 2015
    10
    Overall, an amazing game. The hype was met with this masterpiece, a definite 10/10. There is a vast array of activities to do in this rich and beautiful world which is compounded by the greatly developed characters, in depth emotional story line, great voice acting, brilliant combat, huge sense of discovery, crafting, trading and even a card game mini game! There is probably many things IOverall, an amazing game. The hype was met with this masterpiece, a definite 10/10. There is a vast array of activities to do in this rich and beautiful world which is compounded by the greatly developed characters, in depth emotional story line, great voice acting, brilliant combat, huge sense of discovery, crafting, trading and even a card game mini game! There is probably many things I haven't mentioned but a must buy for all RPG lovers and video game enthusiasts alike. One of the best games out there.… Expand
  87. GamerRedux
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    I'm giving this game the perfect 10. I loved it. Sure there may be some kinks but they are patching it. The world is huge, the graphics are gorgeous and the characters are lovable. I'm kind of upset that this is CDPR's last game but what a way to go out on. Great work guys.
  88. ps4lover
    May 19, 2015
    10
    this game is 3 time amazing and best RPG game ever i playing. story, graphic, gameplay/combat and voice acting are top Notch. there are some weird glitches during gameplay like my horse got stuck against fence that it can't get out of fence. framerate sometimes dip during cutscenes and gameplay. i recommend this game to everyone : this game is worth 60 bucks
  89. AbominationV
    May 29, 2015
    10
    Simply put, this game is amazing from the voice acting, amazing characters, beautiful sites down to the combat system it's extremely hard to spot things this game has done wrong, as a matter of fact the only gripe I have with it is the frame drops that happen very rarely but can be an annoyance, non the less this is easily my Game of The Year so far and is a definite must buy in my honestSimply put, this game is amazing from the voice acting, amazing characters, beautiful sites down to the combat system it's extremely hard to spot things this game has done wrong, as a matter of fact the only gripe I have with it is the frame drops that happen very rarely but can be an annoyance, non the less this is easily my Game of The Year so far and is a definite must buy in my honest opinion.

    10/10    … Expand
  90. ravenheart42
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    This game is a true gem, there's a lot of good reasons we're all so happy with this fresh and in depth game, I have had no problems with it so far, and play at night till I can barely keep my eyes open, it's been a while since I've played a game that has me doing that, and the awesome gifts I got with my copy, a cool poster, the soundtrack, and wolf head stickers , plus some cool codes,This game is a true gem, there's a lot of good reasons we're all so happy with this fresh and in depth game, I have had no problems with it so far, and play at night till I can barely keep my eyes open, it's been a while since I've played a game that has me doing that, and the awesome gifts I got with my copy, a cool poster, the soundtrack, and wolf head stickers , plus some cool codes, and one thing really stood out as well, a thank you card with the game, that surprised me, plus a detailed map, the game is amazing, I have the PS4 version, and it is already one of my favorite games, if you own a PS4, you should get this very powerful title to add to your library… Expand
  91. SWERY_51
    May 21, 2015
    10
    To make it short, i thought Skyrim was an excellent RPG, then i played The Witcher III...
    This game is just incredible, i have only played it for 45H but i can already tell how awesome it is. The sightliest side quest looks like a real main quest. The map is freaking huge, it's beautiful, the gameplay is great, there is so much things to do... Thanks CD Projekt Red, thanks Bandaï Namco.
  92. misiektoja
    May 19, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I ever played. Beautiful graphics, compelling story, addictive game play, large and diverse open world, perfect combat, a lot of interesting side quests. I have to take few days off now...
  93. kingjohn94
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Witcher 3 is easily one the best RPG game ever.The world is massive and the combat is clever and challenging the story draw you in and get you involved in every single dialogue.
  94. Saamaan
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Com on !!! Users Giving rate below 5 to this game , because there are many buttons ? or features ?
    Yea I know there are many things at First to learn , but each and every thing has its own unique to get used in Game Play !!!!
    I owned Dark Souls 2 , Dragon Age , Lords of Fallen & they were all Crap ! Game play were terrible , Story mode horrible ! But This Witcher is something Else    Com on !!! Users Giving rate below 5 to this game , because there are many buttons ? or features ?
    Yea I know there are many things at First to learn , but each and every thing has its own unique to get used in Game Play !!!!

    I owned Dark Souls 2 , Dragon Age , Lords of Fallen & they were all Crap ! Game play were terrible , Story mode horrible ! But This Witcher is something Else Believe me .....    … Expand
  95. fdyjhdghs
    May 19, 2015
    10
    One of the best RPG games ever made. Great , graphics, music, story. Once you will start playing it gonna be hard to take you off your pc or console. This game is fking EPIC!
  96. Tomice
    Jun 4, 2015
    10
    TLDR:
    Forget the stupidly bloated downgrade discussion and some nerds raging about minor issues - this game is stunningly beautiful and a must-have jewel in any RPG collection. Considering how much the predecessors have improved with their enhanced editions, we can expect this game to become a milestone in RPG history, similar in significance to Baldur's Gate!
    Graphics, gameworld,    TLDR:
    Forget the stupidly bloated downgrade discussion and some nerds raging about minor issues - this game is stunningly beautiful and a must-have jewel in any RPG collection. Considering how much the predecessors have improved with their enhanced editions, we can expect this game to become a milestone in RPG history, similar in significance to Baldur's Gate!

    Graphics, gameworld, design:
    Sure, the demo footage looked even more awesome. But this is still one of the best-looking games I've ever seen. Not only because of polygons and shaders, but even more so due to an extraordinarily detailed and realistic world. All armors, buildings, NPC's and landscapes look like they had a bunch of historians on their payroll. Light and weather effects are much better than everything I've seen before, Dragon Age 3 and moddded Skyrim included. Furthermore, while magic exists in this world, it is more of a rare curiosity, not disturbing the realistic, dirty and immersive medieval setting. If a person gets crippled, it stays crippled - no quick spell of a mage will change that. Dead people stay dead, even if necromancy might force them to utter some last words in a fascinatingly disgusting fashion. This changes a lot, because you really care if someone tortures or injures your friends. Also, human cruelty has never been portrayed so believably except maybe for the first Dragon Age. In a direct comparison to Skyrim, the motivations of villains are far more believable - no mad cults without understandable reason, no simple villagers resorting to cannibalism just for the exquisite taste. The evil is never pure black, and you can always understand why people join evil groups like the witch hunters.

    Story:
    While I only finished somewhere between 50-70% of the main story so far (or so I guess), I can already tell that the quality of writing is outstanding. This game contains a few of the most memorable moments in my two decade gaming career. And they haven't even used any "ultimate fight of good vs evil" moments so far. This is the story of Geralt and his friends. You aren't the center of the world, which is a good and refreshing change to Bioware. Bioware should also take an example regarding the quality of side quests, which are in large parts just as well-written as the main story.

    Gameplay:
    Geralt is a predefined hero with a huge background history. This is a good thing for story reasons (especially if you played TW1 or TW2 or read the books), but limits gameplay a little. He rarely wields maces or axes, the crossbow has only a very small role in combat, and there are only 5 spells with a variant for each. Still, you feel like a professional monster hunter in each second, and each spell, potion or bomb is interesting. There are a few minor issues like the cluttered inventory, the rather pointless abundance of useless loot and some controls worth optimizing, but all this never makes the game significantly less fun to play. Overall, the gameplay is (very?) good, but not as extraordinary as story, gameworld and immersion. Luckily, you never care much. I find myself opening the character screen only every third level-up or so - seiing events unfold is just more interesting. And quite a few times I was so drawn in that I ended up in bed three hours later than planned ;-)    … Expand
  97. ZomBrefke
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    This is the most engrossing game I have played in a long time. The environments are so rich with detail that it feels like a real world and the characters feel the exact same way. Each character you meet will feel real and fleshed out. It doesn't matter how small the character is. The side quests are just as good as the main quests. Generally I find myself bored with side quests in gamesThis is the most engrossing game I have played in a long time. The environments are so rich with detail that it feels like a real world and the characters feel the exact same way. Each character you meet will feel real and fleshed out. It doesn't matter how small the character is. The side quests are just as good as the main quests. Generally I find myself bored with side quests in games because they feel like mundane fetch quests or have weak stories. In the Witcher 3 each side quest will make you feel invested in the story and give you something fun to do on the way. My fiance wants me to play this game all day so she can watch the amazing story unfold. The writing is good and only sometimes you'll find yourself off put by the dialogue. The choices you can make in the game feel like they have weight to them. The soundtrack is beautiful, scary, and just downright chilling. The music is seriously too good. The physical copy came with the soundtrack on disc and I love it. There is just too much to say about this game. It is a game that takes you to a new world. It makes you want to be there. You feel like Geralt, a monster hunting, mutated, sexy, cunning, bad ass mother ******.

    There are a few bugs with in the game, but nothing that kills the experience and CD Projekt Red works hard to fix them.

    This game is a must buy. I am really picky about giving perfect scores, but this is a near perfect game. A+    … Expand
  98. szszsz
    May 20, 2015
    10
    all about the game has been told so far in countless reviews, so ill just point these subtle things that make it much better than dragon-age-inquisition-like games :
    -customizable hud - you want to fully sink into the world, why not disabling a map and instead start asking for directions around, same goes with inventory, hints etc - huge plus for that
    -no more dull 'get 10 shards' side    all about the game has been told so far in countless reviews, so ill just point these subtle things that make it much better than dragon-age-inquisition-like games :
    -customizable hud - you want to fully sink into the world, why not disabling a map and instead start asking for directions around, same goes with inventory, hints etc - huge plus for that
    -no more dull 'get 10 shards' side quest - right now a side quest is a non-forced little story that makes this game even more 'real' and you will quickly find out that nothing is black or white :)
    -no more saving the world hurr durr - Geralt is a monster-hunter, not a prophet, world saver or some other nonsense - the main quest is personal, remember The last of us ?
    -reality - you cant jump off the cliff with a horse ;))), you jump off from ~7meters as Geralt = youre dead, doesnt matter how much health you have
    -fighting ! its somehow similiar to shadow of mordor, yet a little bit less responsive, but requires a skill and tactical approach (as every enemy fights in other manner)
    -medieval lenguage (at least in my lenguage version) - its A M A I Z I N G while it comes to building an atmosphere
    -truly dark fantasy vibe - if you find a thief, he'll get hanged on a tree - no merciful 2nd chance **** like in other rpgs
    -the world is huge and full of things to explore

    the only con i have found is that you cannot attack civilians/nonhostiles - and sometimes they are pretty disrespectful during the conversation - a punch in the face would be a great use here, and would fit the storytelling perfectly but you cannot do it :(    … Expand
  99. Deathlinks
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Probably one of the top 5 games i have EVER played. Yes the story is long and drawn out at times, but it adds to the overall feel for the game. The camera is a bit weird at times, ESPECIALLY when trying to loot. But the fights feel epic, and it has a great balance between difficulty and gameplay to keep me coming back.
  100. Rwmfilm85
    Sep 13, 2015
    10
    Breathtaking landscapes, great combat system, immersive story, with high replay value, this is a game that every game should own and complete as a part of their library. The characters stick with you long after you finish the story. The world is large enough to explore to keep you busy for hours and months and is understandable why they're spreading out the expansion packs. It keeps youBreathtaking landscapes, great combat system, immersive story, with high replay value, this is a game that every game should own and complete as a part of their library. The characters stick with you long after you finish the story. The world is large enough to explore to keep you busy for hours and months and is understandable why they're spreading out the expansion packs. It keeps you wanting more and more of the world Andrzej Sapkowski built and I hope they decide to continue it further with the massive success of this game.… Expand
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#8 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 8, 2015
    100
    The conclusion of Geralt’s game saga couldn’t be better. The large open world, great storytelling and dozens of hours of pure fun – this game is an absolute must for every RPG fan. [Issue#253]
  2. CD-Action
    Jul 4, 2015
    95
    This truly outstanding game raises the bar to new heights that will be extremely hard to reach for BioWare, Bethesda and any other developer. [07/2015, p.38]
  3. Polygon
    Jun 23, 2015
    80
    The Witcher 3's subject matter, its almost defiant doubling down on its treatment of women as titillating props for Geralt and the player, even as it tries to flesh out more female leads, is its most disappointing aspect. This constant presence weighs down what would otherwise be an excellent bit of closure for Geralt's video game saga — which isn't helped by the control issues that often detract from sequences meant to break up open-world monotony.
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