The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

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  1. HarlanSaysSo
    May 19, 2015
    9
    I have to say, I am pretty impressed with this game so far. The voice acting is superb and it has great story telling that really moves the game forward. The graphics are really nice and the world is HUGE. Just massive. I like that you start off with some decent abilities as well as a mount needed to traverse the world. So far, the only thing I don't like about it is that its much easierI have to say, I am pretty impressed with this game so far. The voice acting is superb and it has great story telling that really moves the game forward. The graphics are really nice and the world is HUGE. Just massive. I like that you start off with some decent abilities as well as a mount needed to traverse the world. So far, the only thing I don't like about it is that its much easier to find the quest area than it is to find the people responsible for it . Example: I got a quest from a bulletin board (how original, right?) and went to the quest area. Once I was there, I forgot something that I needed and had to go back to the village and find the person who I spoke to about said quest. It was really difficult to find this person as there is no marker that labels who it was. The marker only shows you the objective on the world map. But this is such a minute complaint. The Witcher 3 surpassed my expectations and is a definite must play for anyone who enjoys a challenging rpg that is rich in story as well as game play. 9/10… Expand
  2. Philli_86
    May 23, 2015
    9
    First off, this is one of the best games I have played in a long time. It is challenging but without getting to the point of pure frustration. The massive world is open to explore and leaves the player in charge of where to go and when. This game should help up the standard for open world RPG's in the future. Too many developers are getting lazy and taking the easy way out by going withFirst off, this is one of the best games I have played in a long time. It is challenging but without getting to the point of pure frustration. The massive world is open to explore and leaves the player in charge of where to go and when. This game should help up the standard for open world RPG's in the future. Too many developers are getting lazy and taking the easy way out by going with the same things that worked before. Taking risks, trying something new, and leading the way for future titles of this genre is exactly what the Witcher 3 does.… Expand
  3. belph
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Sorry wanted to review the PC Version and somehow ended up here ... disregard this one. Wish you could just delete a review ... shouldn't just think about the review but also the text above it.
  4. FrankyPuuSensei
    Sep 23, 2015
    9
    The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is actually the best story driven RPG I've ever played. It's world and lore very rich in detail and so beautiful that I usually stop to admire the landscapes - something I rarely do in games. The maps are very big, with tons of Witcher activities to carry out, and alive too with monsters in habitats and humans in villages, that actually sometimes collide,The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is actually the best story driven RPG I've ever played. It's world and lore very rich in detail and so beautiful that I usually stop to admire the landscapes - something I rarely do in games. The maps are very big, with tons of Witcher activities to carry out, and alive too with monsters in habitats and humans in villages, that actually sometimes collide, resulting in the deaths of entire villages. Gameplay relies on you, the player's knowledge of how, and when monsters attack, what their weaknesses are, and what tools to use. Basically it's a role-playing game that gets the job of role-playing done - where you, the player, are put into the role of Geralt of Rivia. You are made to try to think like him, immerse yourself in the character, and be him. All the while, maybe adding a bit of your personality to him, to decide what's right or wrong in the game. Choices also actually affect how the game ends. It's the first game to actually get me somewhat teary eyed in the ending.

    Also, don't mind those people who complained that the PC version took a hit in the graphical area. The graphics are still beautiful and PC people are just-- ugh.

    All in all, this game is a great end to Geralt of Rivia's story. Get it when you can.    … Expand
  5. thecatzpyjamaz
    May 20, 2015
    9
    This game is absolutely amazing. The combat is fast paced and difficult which makes defeating enemies rewarding, the world is very open and there is a lot to explore. The story thus far is very interesting. The only issues I see are small technical issues, your horse in the game is kind of **** at coming to you when.you call for it and the trail following mechanic can be a bit clunky. AllThis game is absolutely amazing. The combat is fast paced and difficult which makes defeating enemies rewarding, the world is very open and there is a lot to explore. The story thus far is very interesting. The only issues I see are small technical issues, your horse in the game is kind of **** at coming to you when.you call for it and the trail following mechanic can be a bit clunky. All in all this game is fantastic and I would definitely recommend it.… Expand
  6. ascedentevil
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    Outstanding open world RPG that blends stunning artistic style with a refreshing level of challenge that doesn't go out of date very quickly and having spent a reasonable amount of time with this game after wanting to try it out for a while, I have arrived at the conclusion that it is a very well made and thought out game, with a very keen eye for detail.

    The game itself is beautifully    Outstanding open world RPG that blends stunning artistic style with a refreshing level of challenge that doesn't go out of date very quickly and having spent a reasonable amount of time with this game after wanting to try it out for a while, I have arrived at the conclusion that it is a very well made and thought out game, with a very keen eye for detail.

    The game itself is beautifully realized; visually I can safely say it is one of the best examples of a true next/current generation game. With amazing lighting and fairly spot on textures, although a little rough around the edges at times, it has maintained a solid and consistent frame rate for me. Character modelling is very good, animations are nice and facial modelling is also very good. Enemy detailing is also very nice and some bosses have their own unique 'skins' if you will, allowing them to stand apart from their lesser compatriots. Monster design on a whole is unique and feels fresh; the creators not afraid to make up their own creatures as opposed to using set models the likes of which are usually featured in this type of game.

    Gameplay on a whole is very good from my point of view, even playing on normal difficulty there is a good level of challenge to be expected, as described by one CD Projekt Red employee: "it's on a scale between Skyrim and dark souls" with some of the harder difficulty levels edging closer to the dark souls side of the spectrum. Supplemented by a vast amount of lore and tying in very nicely with the in game bestiary; the crafting system plays a vital role in the game. If you are to beat the harder enemies in the game you are going to want to take advantage of the knowledge you acquire in order to craft potions and oils; to aid in your fight and these can often mean the difference between living to tell another day, or ending up as lunch for an angry werewolf.

    The writing side of the dice slightly lets the game down; with the main story feeling slightly typical and in no way too unique (this is mostly personal opinion) however it does not detract from the fact that it is above average in the story department. Side quests have equal depth however and some are very memorable and some unique moments arise from wondering off the beaten path, just try not to go too far down it at lower levels, or you'll get smacked back to the starting area so hard you'll probably turn the PlayStation off and cry in the corner, wondering how you can be so bad at this game (it's not you, it's not an easy game and this definitely DID NOT happen to be when playing on Death March mode)

    Overall, I would say a solid effort from a seemingly small company, they have outdone many larger companies with this game, not to shy of being a masterpiece, this game is definitely a must for any RPG fan.    … Expand
  7. Muntrill
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Awsome game, nice graph, awsome story line and voiceover. Controls can be more responsive, but is good camera in fight can be better.. If you looking cool story, and fights this game its for you!
  8. jozee1981
    May 20, 2015
    9
    I am loving it after about 4 hours of game play. If the control sensitivity was better I'd give it a 10. It doesn't ruin the game for me as it does for the negative critics on here, but it takes some getting used to. Every other aspect of the game deserves a 10 in my book!
  9. Creery
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    A fantastic game with a large, varied and beautifully created world. The story line is interesting and the game does a good job of ensuring you know how far you are along with the main plot. The controls can be a little clunky and you can get stuck behind objects sometimes but these are very minor negatives in an otherwise very refined, enjoyable game. Hats off to CD Projeckt Red as wellA fantastic game with a large, varied and beautifully created world. The story line is interesting and the game does a good job of ensuring you know how far you are along with the main plot. The controls can be a little clunky and you can get stuck behind objects sometimes but these are very minor negatives in an otherwise very refined, enjoyable game. Hats off to CD Projeckt Red as well for the continuous updates to players and resolution of issues.… Expand
  10. algebramania
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Настолько проработанная и сделанная от руки игра,что даже не хочется обращать внимания на мелкие баги. Однозначно одна из лучших игр года и десятилетия
  11. TomNerva
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    Put simply, this is a great game. Is it perfect? No, but it is still a fantastic experience for RPG lovers. It has an uncanny ability of making you feel as if you are really Geralt of Rivia. I believe this is due to the great writing, which makes it easy to relate to characters. The dialogue is also believable, with NPCs often calling you out on any inane remarks you make. Furthermore,Put simply, this is a great game. Is it perfect? No, but it is still a fantastic experience for RPG lovers. It has an uncanny ability of making you feel as if you are really Geralt of Rivia. I believe this is due to the great writing, which makes it easy to relate to characters. The dialogue is also believable, with NPCs often calling you out on any inane remarks you make. Furthermore, the world is huge, with plenty of Witcher related side quests up for grabs, which allows you to feel as if you really are a professional monster slayer. All in all, this game is very entertaining and well worth $60, which nets you way more tan 60 hours of game-play if you allow yourself to be immersed in the world.… Expand
  12. rocco0425
    May 23, 2015
    9
    This game is awesome. This is the first game since I started playing world of warcraft for the first time that has made me wake up in the morning and try to squeeze in as much gameplay as possible before I have to leave for work. Yes, there are some technical flaws, and the controls are a little different but you get used to them after a little while. Anyone giving this game anything underThis game is awesome. This is the first game since I started playing world of warcraft for the first time that has made me wake up in the morning and try to squeeze in as much gameplay as possible before I have to leave for work. Yes, there are some technical flaws, and the controls are a little different but you get used to them after a little while. Anyone giving this game anything under a 7 is absolutely insane and this is just not the type of game for them. Took 1 point off because the game is not perfect due to frame rate drops, but they were not enough to warrant more than 1 point.… Expand
  13. Dvachskatilsa
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Следует оговориться, что игру до конца я еще не прошел, но уже могу составить мнение. Что сразу бросается в глаза так это графика - она превосходна. 1080р + 30 фпс, иногда бывают небольшие дропы, но все равно все отлично играется. Превосходная проработка персонажей - это не какая-то инквизиция с ватными болванчикам. Здесь персонажи предстают в разном свете, и порой субъективное мнениеСледует оговориться, что игру до конца я еще не прошел, но уже могу составить мнение. Что сразу бросается в глаза так это графика - она превосходна. 1080р + 30 фпс, иногда бывают небольшие дропы, но все равно все отлично играется. Превосходная проработка персонажей - это не какая-то инквизиция с ватными болванчикам. Здесь персонажи предстают в разном свете, и порой субъективное мнение ошибочно. Открытый мир превосходно проработан, и здесь есть чем заняться. Всем советую играть на сложности выше стандартной, тогда становится интересно играть и ты действительно пользуешься всеми уловками в бою. Сюжет, как и сайды, завораживает. Вообщем советую поиграть в нового Ведьмака. Эта игра точно окупает себя.… Expand
  14. K5000i
    Sep 13, 2015
    9
    lads of fun to be had here .,., think it took around 1-2 months for he 1st play through but will go back for a 2nd run at some point as lots of different choices to make ,, combat feel fun if not too complex but the main part will always be the story on this 1 & it is a tale worth a vist
  15. Boneh
    May 20, 2015
    9
    Don't know why some people are giving this game such bad scores. Sure it does have some bugs but they are REALLY minor and doesn't detract on the overall charm and fun of the game. They story is really good, though I skipped The Witcher 2, I kinda felt lost sometimes but read some lore online and was enough to understand what was going on certain occasions. The combat is MILES better thanDon't know why some people are giving this game such bad scores. Sure it does have some bugs but they are REALLY minor and doesn't detract on the overall charm and fun of the game. They story is really good, though I skipped The Witcher 2, I kinda felt lost sometimes but read some lore online and was enough to understand what was going on certain occasions. The combat is MILES better than the prequels, kinda reminded me of Arkham Asylum, it seems that combat style is trending,

    I would've liked a combat more on the Darksouls/Bloodborne side, you know how on those games you feel the weight of every attack you perform and it seems this game would benefit more on that kind of hack/slash, but that is just my personal view, the combat is really good.

    The one thing that people is really complaining about is the camera. It is kinda clunky, but that's why you can go into settings and decrease the sensitivity on the camera. It still isn't perfect but at least it was enough to help me on combat, where i tend to move the camera a lot and the original settings would make me kinda dizzy.

    Averall it exceeded all my expectations and would gladly recommend it to any fan of the series, if you are new to the witcher, I'd recommend playing the prequels first, since it will enrich your experience, if you don't have time to, find the lore online which is incredibly interesting.    … Expand
  16. Daniel75
    May 23, 2015
    9
    Small bugs and medium performance at launch but it will hopefully be patched. Otherwise the game is huge, gorgeous and complex. The combat is fun and rewarding, but I would definitely recommend playing on hard difficulty in order to avoid hack and slashing.
  17. hopper1974
    May 31, 2015
    9
    We can all accept that there is a good dose of subjectivity involved in judging a game, whether due to its genre (which we might not like or understand), or due to the extent to which it excels (or not) in the things that we personally consider most important (graphics, game-play, story, combat mechanism, controls etc), or, in the case of sequels, due to the extent to which it continues orWe can all accept that there is a good dose of subjectivity involved in judging a game, whether due to its genre (which we might not like or understand), or due to the extent to which it excels (or not) in the things that we personally consider most important (graphics, game-play, story, combat mechanism, controls etc), or, in the case of sequels, due to the extent to which it continues or diverges from the earlier games.

    Still, there is also arguably a point where a score simply becomes not an evaluation of the game, but essentially an expression of a purely personal preference. For example, one might not enjoy the music of Beethoven or Queen, it might leave you entirely cold, but it is difficult to see how one could legitimately award the Fifth Symphony or Bohemian Rhapsody a 0/10. Unless, that is, one was simply using 0/10 to say ‘I personally don’t like this’ - but, the point of a review, shared with others, is that it should probably be saying something more than ‘I like this’ or ‘I don’t like this’.

    So, while I can see - and understand from comments - why users might rate the Witcher 3 anywhere between 7/10 and 10/10, it is extremely difficult to see how, objectively, one can attribute a 0/10, 1/10 or 2/10 (as some have); this is basically proposing that the Witcher 3 is very significantly worse than, say, Duke Nukem on last generation.

    Consider the various parameters:

    Graphics: in general, these are clearly up there with the best, particularly the attention to detail (whether the clouds rolling-in as part of the dynamic weather, or the goose flapping its wings and moving out of the way as you walk through a village). There are some issues with frame-rate and clipping (on console versions), but difficult to put this parameter below around 8/10 given the scope of what has been achieved in relatively early-era next-gen hardware.

    Sound/voice-acting: often over-looked, but the voice-acting is pretty impressive, with a range of accents, genuinely differentiated attitudes, and a rounded characterisation of even relatively secondary characters (e.g. the old woman in the ‘frying-pan’ side-quest). Geralt himself, admittedly, might perhaps be a little to flat for some, but again difficult to put this parameter below around 8/10.

    Decision-making/choice: far more than Skyrim, Infamous or Dragon Age etc, even simple side-quests can involve multiple options, with subsequent repercussion, but without presenting an obvious ‘good or bad’ choice (e.g. the ‘precious cargo’ side-quest). Hard to see less than 7/10 or 8/10 for this aspect.

    Combat: yes, this will divide more. For those used to the more diverse array of routes available in a standard RPG - Skyrim, Dragon Age, Dragon’s Dogma - the ‘two swords’ plus a limited range of magical options will frustrate some. You cannot build a true ‘mage’ character for example - but, then again, this derives from the lore of the game. It’s a little like God of War combat in an open-world RPG setting, so one can appreciate why it could potentially alienate both camps. Similarly, lock-on and camera can be an issue in combat situations, and combat can, on average difficulty settings, devolve to ‘drink potion, apply oil, block, hack, block, hack etc’. I can see why aficionados could, in theory, go as low as 6/10 or 7/10 for this element.

    Customisation/Levelling etc: This will appear limited to some. It takes longer than in most games to increase level (especially for earlier level-ups - though this is partly mitigated by the ‘places of power’ option); and many of the upgrades are rather boring ‘increase this factor/attribute by 5%’ etc.

    Alchemy/Upgrades: Alchemy is more complex than in many similar games (requiring one to create ‘sub’-ingredients even before one can then craft - though this is partly mitigated by the ‘once learnt, replenish via alcohol’ mechanism). Conversely, weapon and armour upgrading is pretty limited, especially compared to, say, DA Inquisition.

    One could go on… But, even the harshest critic, who saw each of the above in the most negative light, would struggle objectively to justify lower than 7/10 overall, and so I do wonder on what possible basis some have given this game a 0/10 or 2/10…    … Expand
  18. Alca_Traz
    May 31, 2015
    9
    Wonderful game, the more i played the game the more i feel the deep of the game story. I never get into an RPG game so much, but The Witcher 3 make me stay to play more than an hours, only to find an ingredients for crafting.

    But what i'm concern is, the action camera. Feels awkward.
  19. Mirikado
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    Pros:
    - Huge open world, beautiful landscapes, filled with secrets and side quests, making exploration such a pleasure and very rewarding.
    - Engaging and dynamic combat system. Signs, alternate cast modes, mutagens, alchemy, oils create a complex and diverse system. - Real-time day/night cycle, weather and yes, hair growing. - Breath taking graphics and beautiful music. - Free DLCs.    Pros:
    - Huge open world, beautiful landscapes, filled with secrets and side quests, making exploration such a pleasure and very rewarding.
    - Engaging and dynamic combat system. Signs, alternate cast modes, mutagens, alchemy, oils create a complex and diverse system.
    - Real-time day/night cycle, weather and yes, hair growing.
    - Breath taking graphics and beautiful music.
    - Free DLCs. 2 paid DLCs combined that worth 30 hours on average.
    - The world is lively, dialogs reflect characters well. Your choices lead to different endings.
    - Different types of monsters force players to be smart choose the correct play style, which fit very well to the Witcher theme.
    - Gwent.

    Cons:
    - Menu and Inventory system is a pain to navigate.
    - Main story is quite simplistic.
    - Fleeing from battles feel clunky.
    - Roach.    … Expand
  20. Vizruy
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    So, I’ve official put 70hrs into this game on the Xbox One. Unofficially, I’ve played over 80hrs. This game is great. It’s epic, well written and designed. The story line is generous unlike anything I have played before. What really blew me away is the fact that secondary and optional story missions feel like main missions in any other game. Some of these missions are also creepy inSo, I’ve official put 70hrs into this game on the Xbox One. Unofficially, I’ve played over 80hrs. This game is great. It’s epic, well written and designed. The story line is generous unlike anything I have played before. What really blew me away is the fact that secondary and optional story missions feel like main missions in any other game. Some of these missions are also creepy in awesome and new ways that left me thinking about the characters. While I could have given this game a perfect score, I didn’t as it has it main share of issues. The worst of which is that I lost over 10hrs of gameplay due to a buggy save system that at times refused do automatic and manual saves; the game also has a really wonky camera at times, and you find yourself with Geralt facing the enemies while the camera is looking somewhere else; the character movement is odd also… Geralt moves at a pace that is difficult to control… As if he’s always walking with a momentum equal to running downhill. Roach, Geralt’s horse, is useless sometimes as you have to be perfectly aligned to mount it (I wish the mount behaved similar to the ones in Dragon Age). Oh… and for some odd reason, there is always a light or candle in the middle of NPCs, chests, Roach, loot bags, etc., meaning that if you attempt to interact with any of the later, Geralt ends up lighting candles.
    Anyway, aside from the technical issues, this is a great gaming experience and probably the best RPG I’ve ever played (sorry, Mass Effect).    … Expand
  21. Dandroid
    Jun 7, 2015
    9
    As somebody who felt reluctant to buy this, based on a very short stint with The Witcher 2, I can happily say this is a fantastic game. I've probably spent around 16 hours with it and have enjoyed it immensely.
    It's like if Red Dead Redemption had a baby with Skyrim.
    I was initially concerned with the reviews stating *clunky* controls and combat, but can say that these concerns are    As somebody who felt reluctant to buy this, based on a very short stint with The Witcher 2, I can happily say this is a fantastic game. I've probably spent around 16 hours with it and have enjoyed it immensely.
    It's like if Red Dead Redemption had a baby with Skyrim.
    I was initially concerned with the reviews stating *clunky* controls and combat, but can say that these concerns are overstated and, although the game does have some flaws when it comes to controls, they perform more than adequately in the context of this type of game. Seriously, I've just come from Bloodborne, which has incredibly responsive controls, and The Witcher 3's controls don't bother me.
    The crafting and levelling system seems a bit complicated initially. Spending a little time getting to know the menus and how they work should help clear that up, though they could certainly be more user friendly.
    Visually it's stunning. I'm playing on the ps4 and haven't noticed any significant frame rate drop, and have frequently stopped in awe at the beautiful surroundings.
    This is a fantastic game, and those who are maybe a little sceptical, as I was, I'd advise to dive in. You really don't need to worry. You'll have a blast.    … Expand
  22. TrollKiller999
    Jun 9, 2015
    9
    HONEST REVIEW - PS4 Version
    I decided to create an account just to review this game. I play on the PS4, so I can't comment on other versions. Before buying Witcher 3, I checked out reviews on here among other places. Like most people, I wondered if it lived up to the hype. In many cases (not just this game), positive reviews are often short, generic praise, and non-descriptive, giving    HONEST REVIEW - PS4 Version
    I decided to create an account just to review this game. I play on the PS4, so I can't comment on other versions. Before buying Witcher 3, I checked out reviews on here among other places. Like most people, I wondered if it lived up to the hype. In many cases (not just this game), positive reviews are often short, generic praise, and non-descriptive, giving the impression that they may be just fanboys or people trying to boost the rating. And after reading many negative reviews on it, I nearly decided not to buy it because they sounded a bit more well thought out (honest). But now I'm very glad that I "gambled" on this game.

    I have to admit that the first night I had it I was not impressed. Had I rated it after the first hour of gameplay, I might have gone with a 6 at best. The camera motion was extremely choppy. Which made moving around and interacting with things difficult. Even the buttons didn't seem to be responding correctly. But then they released patch 1.04 which made a HUGE difference in the gameplay experience. Now I've got over 30 hours in and my wife and I are enjoying every minute of it. She enjoys the story, cinematics, and action so much that she just sits and watches me play like it's a movie. The huge world is beautiful and feels alive. Trees move, grasses move, even your hair moves! How many games does your hair look like a plastic mold on your head? Here it looks realistic and flowing. You could complain that the trees move too much. At times you might think you're in a tornado. But I'm still taking it as a positive compared to motionless environments. Some people complained that the environment is too plain and boring. It's supposed to be a realistic world, not an alien planet. When was the last time you went outside? That is what our world looks like. As I said, the story is excellent. The main characters are very well done and enjoyable (even Yennefer, who spends much of the game being a **** lol). I think the voice acting for most of the characters is also very good. The Gwent card game is one of the best in-game mini-games I've played. I spent several hours one day just travelling around playing gwent with NPCs. While the side quests can be similar (you're a monster hunter, that's kinda the point of the game), very few are copy-paste like some other games.

    It's not perfect, though. There are some negatives which prevent me from giving this a 10. The camera angles are a little awkward at times. If you don't press R3 to focus the camera on a target, you can often find yourself trying to attack an enemy who circles around you and is now in the foreground and off screen. But it's not like it's difficult to move the camera with the right stick. Rarely, if you have your horse on autopilot, he will make an abrupt turn for no apparent reason, which is annoying. The text and icons on the HUD and in character menus is absurdly small. I guess they assume everyone owns a 60" TV these days. But hands down the biggest complaint I have is interacting with items/loot/NPCs. Often, you have to be standing in JUST THE RIGHT SPOT to pick up an item off the ground. But once you get used to how you need to point the camera directly at the item, you can lessen this issue. CANDLES! There are candles everywhere and you can ignite/extinguish them with your witcher powers. If there is a candle next to some loot or an NPC you want to talk to, you will often find yourself playing with fire rather than doing what you wanted. Frustration is compounded by knowing that there seems to be absolutely no reason to interact with candles in the game.

    Many people have complained about the controls. I assume these people play on a PC? On PS4 they're exactly what you would expect: move with the left stick, adjust camera with the right, buttons for your main actions, specials with the triggers. Pretty straightforward and natural. Character animations and movement can be a little clunky. If you are stopped and want to go the opposite direction, your character makes a turn like you would in a car, kind of a sweeping arc. They don't just spin and start going the other way. People complain about the combat as well: some that it's terrible, others that it's too hard. At first I found myself getting beat up by some lowly creatures and mauled by packs of wolves. But a little practice with blocking, dodging, rolling in or out of the fray, and paying attention to the habits of the enemies goes a long way. The enemy AI is not brilliant, but it's not stupid either. There are times against single enemies when you can go in swords-a-blazin' and just keep hacking till they die. But most fights require some strategy and at least pose a challenge.

    Overall, I give Witcher 3 a 9 because the story, characters, and graphics are all really good, and those things mean a lot to me. But I understand the controls/interaction issues and why some people would rate this as low as a 6 or 7.    … Expand
  23. SD55
    Jun 10, 2015
    9
    GotY Candidate!

    PS4 Version:

    Pro: Huge Story / Awesome Characters / Great Crafting System / Great Looking Grafics
    Con: Framerate Issues / Glitches / Bugs

    Its a must have for every PS4/X1 Owner! Great work from the development Team.
    If you are looking for a RPGs with minimum 100h gameplay then your Right here
  24. themonsterofROC
    Jun 10, 2015
    9
    Great game thats so very close to Amazing, how ever the combat is poor and on higher difficulties awful and repetitive, The animation and control are also not anything special but they arent as bad as the combat
  25. tappedjupiter
    Jun 12, 2015
    9
    So far the best game on the next gen platforms, And arguably one of the best RPS's of the past 5 years.. Feels very much like a cross between Fable, and Red dead redemption.. The gameplay, story, and graphics are amazing.. Only reason I'm giving it a 9 and not 10 was the camera takes some time to get used to as some other people have pointed out.
  26. rangerBrad49439
    Jun 14, 2015
    9
    solid game with great plot and combat. however, currently the game is plagued with bugs that do not let you finish side quests or just randomly crashes. love the game overall, but beware of these bugs. they're incredibly annoying!
  27. Achilles35
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    Very good game, however not without flaws. Various bugs throughout the game keep this from truly being a masterpiece. I wish I would have waited a few months to play this game so they would have all the bugs patched and make it a more enjoyable experience. Very long game if you explore and do the side quests, expect to invest at least 200+ hours to fully clear the maps.
  28. PureGamer
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Fans of Skyrim? Or even Oblivion if you want to rewind the clock a bit more? If so then I recommend you add this game to your collection. The sheer scale of the world that is laid out before you is truly a sight to behold, the vast open world offers so much to so many with a multitude of quests that lead you off in all manner of directions, to the truly inspiring scenery that forms theFans of Skyrim? Or even Oblivion if you want to rewind the clock a bit more? If so then I recommend you add this game to your collection. The sheer scale of the world that is laid out before you is truly a sight to behold, the vast open world offers so much to so many with a multitude of quests that lead you off in all manner of directions, to the truly inspiring scenery that forms the world that has been left to you to explore, this game has it all for those of you who enjoy getting lost in expansive RPG's for hours at a time. I have read many reviews where people are panning this game for its controls being a bit difficult to get to grips with; whilst they could be a bit sharper let us not look past what this game is offering you, a true masterpiece that has it all for a game of its genre. Do not despair if you have not played the previous titles in this series as the back-story is well explained and this really could stand alone as a title all by itself. My advice....book some holiday, reserve yourself a long weekend because its one of those that you will play for 5 hours, think that you've had you fill, turn it off then before you know it that controller is calling you. It’s not a game that appeals to all but you can’t please everyone, but then as I like to say nothing is perfect so it's a 9/10 from me.… Expand
  29. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    9
    What can I say about this one that hasn't been said already. Geralt is back with the new and possibly the last installment in the Witcher series. The game is incredibly beautiful and well realized. The story is superb and CD Project Red really pays attention to all the details. Next up Cyberpunk 2077.
  30. Harvey_Birdman
    Jun 24, 2015
    9
    Brilliant game. As close to perfect as any game I've come across in a very long time. I've played 100+ hours and happily completed every side quest etc..Loot scaling was an issue for me though. I found almost every time I got something 'high leveled and moddable', it was many levels under what I was at at the time. Fairly important issue really, for a game like this, redundant loot.Brilliant game. As close to perfect as any game I've come across in a very long time. I've played 100+ hours and happily completed every side quest etc..Loot scaling was an issue for me though. I found almost every time I got something 'high leveled and moddable', it was many levels under what I was at at the time. Fairly important issue really, for a game like this, redundant loot. However it definitely wasn't enough of a prob to detract too much from the experience. A less serious but still important issue I had with the game, was being restricted to one love interest if you wish to succeed at an ongoing in game relationship. It's one or the other, female only, which i found restrictive and too traditional. I mean come on, in this day and age. Sure it should''ve been hard to pull off, but it defo should have been an option to suceesfully get it on with both your love ineterests on a permanent basis. Failllllllll... ;)

    I've already purchased the expansion and have Geralt decked out with Mastercrated Wolven gear ready and waiting.

    TLDR:
    + 100 plus hours of fun. Incredible value.
    + Countless useful potions and mods offer a plethora of effects and options in approaching battles.
    + Interesting story and real consequences for many of the protagonist Geralts in game actions.
    + Enjoyable combat that can be easy or complex depending on the player.

    - Disappointing loot scaling may have you getting underpowered gear far too often
    - Roche (your in game horse), is often spawned behind you and in annoying places
    - No three way option with your two in game love interests    … Expand
  31. iTsGratis
    Jun 26, 2015
    9
    The Witcher 3 is one of those games that take you in depth of the story as well as the gameplay,you could sit on the couch and play this all day without even stopping,I agree that skyrim was more interactive,but they both are totally different,this game is not only about dragons and trolls,It's about the monsters of the world,Geralt faces many kinds of different monsters in this games,andThe Witcher 3 is one of those games that take you in depth of the story as well as the gameplay,you could sit on the couch and play this all day without even stopping,I agree that skyrim was more interactive,but they both are totally different,this game is not only about dragons and trolls,It's about the monsters of the world,Geralt faces many kinds of different monsters in this games,and every one of them has their own way of weakness. This game truly deserves a GOTY Edition,I give this game 9 because of the constant fps drops which can be improved by sacrificing the graphics in some places as the swamps and the rain weather.… Expand
  32. Frootek
    Jun 27, 2015
    9
    As a newcomer to the Witcher series ,i have never really felt that the game was punishing me for my lack of knowledge of its characters and world.The Witcher 3 has been an amazing experience for me , and 100 hours later after i hit main storyline end, I wanted to start all over again.However,game has it flaws.In my 100 hour game time, i experienced some frame rate issues and 2 or 3 prettyAs a newcomer to the Witcher series ,i have never really felt that the game was punishing me for my lack of knowledge of its characters and world.The Witcher 3 has been an amazing experience for me , and 100 hours later after i hit main storyline end, I wanted to start all over again.However,game has it flaws.In my 100 hour game time, i experienced some frame rate issues and 2 or 3 pretty hard crashes,but as you can see my score, that did not stop me to have awesome time with it.
    Ps : Friendly suggestion play game on maximum difficulty,AI just acts weird on lower level,and after you get used to tactics combat becomes relatively easy    … Expand
  33. jreaper7
    Jul 2, 2015
    9
    one of the greatest rpg's ever made. unparalleled scope. vibrant, living world full of adventure. you will never be bored. the combat system takes some getting used to, but once you do almost every battle is thrilling... rated it a 9/10, because there is no 9.5, and i cannot think of a "perfect game". one of the best games of the last decade, if not ever. fully recommend a purchase.
  34. SirEugene
    Sep 14, 2015
    9
    Pros: This game is a mix of GTA V, Skyrim, and Red Dead Redemption. It's action packed and graphically mesmerizing. Addictive gameplay, tons of it too. Secret hidden loot can be found during missions and in some spots on the open-world map, which is a great reward for people that like to adventure around the map.

    Cons: Long loading times. Menus are sometimes slow. Riding your horse is    Pros: This game is a mix of GTA V, Skyrim, and Red Dead Redemption. It's action packed and graphically mesmerizing. Addictive gameplay, tons of it too. Secret hidden loot can be found during missions and in some spots on the open-world map, which is a great reward for people that like to adventure around the map.

    Cons: Long loading times. Menus are sometimes slow. Riding your horse is very, VERY glitchy and broken.

    Conclusion: This game looks beautiful. It's a large, open-world game, that has tons of quests. Even the side quests are interesting. Usually a game with side quests have side quests that are boring and/or repetitive. I used to get frustrated at this game because of the 30 second loading screens you get every time you die. Though it's really just my fault for not studying the combat system more. The combat system is fluid and well crafted. This game is challenging, but it's not TOO challenging. The pros definitely outweigh the cons.    … Expand
  35. MFHSchoonbrood
    Jul 13, 2015
    9
    This game gripped me from the beginning... one quest just flows into the next quest, it's hard to stop playing :)

    I normally don't read all the dialog, but I've not skipped any dialog once in this game, just because of the way it's presented to you. The game isn't perfect.... Inventory management at the beginning is tough (encumbered fast), looting some items can be a pain, and    This game gripped me from the beginning... one quest just flows into the next quest, it's hard to stop playing :)

    I normally don't read all the dialog, but I've not skipped any dialog once in this game, just because of the way it's presented to you.

    The game isn't perfect.... Inventory management at the beginning is tough (encumbered fast), looting some items can be a pain, and movement is not always as fluid as it should be. But when it's working, it's working great.

    I advice everyone to play this game, as it's a milestone in how quests are setup and presented to you!    … Expand
  36. tresem
    Aug 4, 2015
    9
    A massive world that'll put the boogey in your men. Along with the great character and level build-up strategy, "The Witcher 3" has established an intense relationship between myself and it's characters.
  37. RockStarGamers
    Jul 28, 2015
    9
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has a rich world and varied cast of characters. Some technical issues and a lot of stuff to collect, but it's a truly epic piece of gaming.
  38. ZoogoTheReview
    Aug 4, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think we can all agree that this year has been an amazing year for video games so far. I think we can also agree that, with this in mind, no-one expected The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to blow mainstream role playing games out of the water. The game features some simple RPG mechanics (level up, receive skills, create a suitable build) however I don't think any other game alike has caused me to think and adapt, especially in the Blood and Broken Bones! and Death March! difficulties where you are limited in such a way that you cannot heal when meditating. During my travels I'd often get distracted while bee-lining it to a quest location to the extent where I'd spend forty minutes lost in the wilderness while on the way to complete a simple Witcher contract. The quests don't even feel like quests but mini adventures. In fact, I don't think I've come across a single ordinary do-here-fetch-this-come-back quest and that is saying something if we're speaking generic RPG here.
    Proclaimed YouTube reviewer Angry Joe states that 'the story is on par with that of Game of Thrones' and I definitely agree. The main story begins like nothing special where Geralt is trying to find his love of yore and upon finding her is immediately sent out to find the girl he raised, Ciri. The story picks up extremely fast as soon as Geralt meets Triss, another of his previous lovers in the city of Novigrad, which feels like it's about as large as a country in itself. The game's release came with some unwanted, bugs and glitches which, usually, wouldn't phase me but upon buying the PS4 version I suffered a game-breaking glitch where I'd get stuck at a never-ending loading screen. This has since been patched but receives a mention because of it's prior existence.
    The Witcher 3: Wild hunt makes for a beautiful, vibrant change in the RPG genre and I hope to see some newer video games take the concepts this game has introduced up-in-arms to forge an all new RPG genre.    … Expand
  39. Warlocke
    Aug 5, 2015
    9
    The Witcher III is an incredible experience that will keep you playing for hours. It´s graphics, though quite buggy can be amazing. The story is also pretty interesting and it has a ton of different characters. The style of combat is spectacular and there are tons of weapons and objects to use in battle. The title is kind of an interesting mix of the medieval ages and sci-fi.
  40. Zirael
    Aug 9, 2015
    9
    Esse jogo é um dos melhores RPG já criado na história dos games
    Musicas : 10/10
    missões : 10/10
    missões secundarias : 8/10 (As vezes são muito repetitivas)
    enredo : 10/10
    jogablidade : 9/10

    Nota final : 9.5/10
  41. cartham
    Aug 11, 2015
    9
    One of the best RPGs ever. the only complaint i have with this game is the horse controls. it can get frustrating. other than that i have no complaints. i really like how the game used decision from previous Witcher games in this one. all your decisions in the game matter and will affect the ending of the game. I will definitely be playing it again when they release new game +.
  42. AbstractCat
    Aug 21, 2015
    9
    With the Empire attacking the Kingdoms of the North and the Wild Hunt, a cavalcade of ghastly riders, breathing down your neck, the only way to survive is to fight back. As Geralt of Rivia, a master swordsman and monster hunter, leave none of your enemies standing. Explore a gigantic open world, slay beasts and decide the fates of whole communities with your actions, all in a genuine nextWith the Empire attacking the Kingdoms of the North and the Wild Hunt, a cavalcade of ghastly riders, breathing down your neck, the only way to survive is to fight back. As Geralt of Rivia, a master swordsman and monster hunter, leave none of your enemies standing. Explore a gigantic open world, slay beasts and decide the fates of whole communities with your actions, all in a genuine next generation format. Also known as "The Witcher III: Wild Hunt"… Expand
  43. Obomrapaz
    Aug 23, 2015
    9
    Este título da série the witcher não poderia ser melhor. Os gráficos, os sons, a ambientação, o mapa, a missões, absolutamente tudo é épico (tirando pelos bugs que me fizeram chegar a está conclusão).
  44. AntMan815
    Aug 22, 2015
    9
    The BEST RPG I've played since Skyrim. I never felt like I was doing the same thing twice. Its rare for a game that's this long to keep my attention for the whole game. The COMBAT is very smooth but also very challenging, the swordplay mixed with the handful of Signs(which reminded me of Bioshock's plasmids/vigors) truly caters to all styles of play. The SKILL TREE wasn't too complex andThe BEST RPG I've played since Skyrim. I never felt like I was doing the same thing twice. Its rare for a game that's this long to keep my attention for the whole game. The COMBAT is very smooth but also very challenging, the swordplay mixed with the handful of Signs(which reminded me of Bioshock's plasmids/vigors) truly caters to all styles of play. The SKILL TREE wasn't too complex and felt truly rewarding. What truly made the game special though, was the living, breathing OPEN WORLD. There are endless monster contracts, side quests, treasure hunts, location discoveries, and random events. It's refreshing to feel as if the worlds entire fate doesn't depend on you, but instead feels like that world was there long before Geralt, and will be long after.
    Its hard to find anything wrong with this game, but if I had to nitpick, I'd say I had a few issues with glitches here and there(PS4). Almost all of those issues came with NPCs either freezing or pop ins. Also riding your horse was pretty clunky and at times hard to control. These are both super EASY to ignore considering how epic this game is.
    Aside from the actual game, the studio CD Projekt Red, has reminded the rest of the gaming industry that making a great game should be the one and only goal of a studio. Not thinking of ways to take advantage make extra money off of their fans. Not only was all the DLC all free, but the extras they packed in every edition game case made me feel like they appreciate the fans.    … Expand
  45. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    With the Empire attacking the Kingdoms of the North and the Wild Hunt, a cavalcade of ghastly riders, breathing down your neck, the only way to survive is to fight back. As Geralt of Rivia, a master swordsman and monster hunter, leave none of your enemies standing. Explore a gigantic open world, slay beasts and decide the fates of whole communities with your actions, all in a genuine nextWith the Empire attacking the Kingdoms of the North and the Wild Hunt, a cavalcade of ghastly riders, breathing down your neck, the only way to survive is to fight back. As Geralt of Rivia, a master swordsman and monster hunter, leave none of your enemies standing. Explore a gigantic open world, slay beasts and decide the fates of whole communities with your actions, all in a genuine next generation format. Also known as "The Witcher III: Wild Hunt"… Expand
  46. HENCHMAN
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    Graphics, open world, challenging, story, characters, beauty, all amazing. My few gripes was fighting mechanics felt clunky but that also made it feel kike a chess match. Roach would take many whistles to appear at times, game lagged at times but the overall experience was great. This game was worth the pricetag. I am just salty they robbed me of all the money i made from the seashellGraphics, open world, challenging, story, characters, beauty, all amazing. My few gripes was fighting mechanics felt clunky but that also made it feel kike a chess match. Roach would take many whistles to appear at times, game lagged at times but the overall experience was great. This game was worth the pricetag. I am just salty they robbed me of all the money i made from the seashell exoloit, not like i cheated, just took advantage of a loophole which they screwed up on. I spent hours selling those damn shells and they basically stole my time. Otherwise great game. You realky dont need much money but its the principle .… Expand
  47. The_Garays
    Dec 10, 2015
    9
    Perfection come true! I've never played something with such detail, the graphics are spectacular, I think it's the only game that can proudly say that is next-gen. The soundtrack is also impressive, as the voiceover, I have never felt so immersed in a game.

    It's great what they have worked out this game from CD Projekt RED, there's no reason why it shouldn't the game of the year... Oh    Perfection come true! I've never played something with such detail, the graphics are spectacular, I think it's the only game that can proudly say that is next-gen. The soundtrack is also impressive, as the voiceover, I have never felt so immersed in a game.

    It's great what they have worked out this game from CD Projekt RED, there's no reason why it shouldn't the game of the year... Oh wait! It already is!

    What I liked most is the endless possibilities you have when you interact with NPCs, the way it affects the evolution of history and the world around you, so that none is the right or wrong choice, all are viable and have their own reason for being in the course of things.

    The main line of the game follows the previous titles, but you can play it without having played The Witcher I or II, which is my case.

    It is a vast world full of bloody history and creatures to hunt, you never run out of tasks and secondary missions to do that's for sure, in any case you will have problems to finish everything, because its a game that delivers hundreds of gameplay hours if you decide to complete it. You even have a card board minigame that you will must collect if you want to go platinum; there are people who find it boring, but I enjoyed it pretty much.

    Like any open world game, you'll find glitches here and there, but that's normal considering how immensely big it is, you do not get the picture of the scale of the map until you start playing! Roach controls are a bit squishy, but still you just get used to it.

    I'm looking forward to the second DLC (I've already completed Hearts of Stone), Blood and Wine, to dive once again into this fascinating world that CD Projekt RED has given us, I'm glad to see there are still developers who know how to make videogames!

    No doubt this is one of the games that I'll remember for many years when it comes to compare future releases of the genre, and it will be a difficult task to stand up next to The Witcher 3.    … Expand
  48. SaladCake
    Aug 11, 2016
    9
    Great game with a wonderful story line, well written characters and excellent soundtrack. It has a huge open world filled with a lot of immersive secondary quests, which are equal in quality if not better than the main ones. This is probably the best part of the game, because you can easily lose yourself in this amazingly designed witcher world. Dialogues are interesting and meaningful,Great game with a wonderful story line, well written characters and excellent soundtrack. It has a huge open world filled with a lot of immersive secondary quests, which are equal in quality if not better than the main ones. This is probably the best part of the game, because you can easily lose yourself in this amazingly designed witcher world. Dialogues are interesting and meaningful, the ending of the story will be shaped by your choices .The visuals are great too, one of the best so far.
    When playing on lower difficulties, the combat is average at best and alchemy system becomes pointless. However, it's not a problem if you play on higher difficulties, especially "Death March". It becomes much more interesting and challenging, potions actually starts to matter. Game controls are comfortable, except when riding a horse. It can be very annoying in small villages, you often get stuck or bump into something.
    You can't avoid bugs, just like in most RPG's. I personally encountered 2 game breaking bugs, which forced me to load the game, but it's not a big deal considering how much attention to detail was paid during the development of the game.
    I also have to give a lot of credit to CD Project for making this game playable on PS4. On early patches the frame-rate was terrible, I felt like I played on average ~24 fps, but now I hardly notice a dip below 30. Truly a remarkable job, something that can't be said about some other AAA developers.    … Expand
  49. Lord_V
    May 17, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is one of the games that forces you to make very difficult choices that will affect to the story and how everything really ends. There will be many stories going and how you handle things will direct events to certain directions. Time to time, these events fold after so long time, that there is no point to load previous save, you just have to live with your choices... and that is what makes the story, so good.

    Story in Witcher 3 is larger than the world where Geralt of Rivia travels. World is large and filled with activities. Main story is only one thing, there is so many contracts and side missions that you will be playing for a long time and probably more than once if you are anything like me.

    Story is not only thing that is great. Combat is very well made and there is many variables in it. Swordmanship is only one of them and player is free to chooce, whatkind of witcher Geralt will be. Combat is engaging and fun, it gives a challenge and feels very fluent.

    Characters are often fairly decent, but those characters that matter much more, and much better. Triss Merigold, Yennefer, Ciri, Emhyr and Eredin are each very well made. They look good and voiced as good. They are characters you grow to like or hate during the long story and many hard choices. Many choices can't please everyone and you can't have everything, but that is the name of the game, you have to choose.

    One thing that makes Witcher series much better than several other fantasy games, is the fact that this one is really an adult game. This world is filled with violence, sex, racism, blood and monsters. You can be good or bad or both, it is all up to you.
    Game censors some parts, but adult themes are there and that is what makes the difference. Some love scenes are artistically covered, but the fact is that if you want to go to brothel, no one is stopping you. Same goes to violence. If you want, you can solve all problems with fists rather than words.

    Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is best game of the series and it is masterfully made story game, RPG game, action game, fantasy game and well, game. Witcher 3 is with no doubt one the best (if not "the best") game of 2015.

    + Fantasy themed story and choices
    + Adult themes
    + Characters
    + Action
    + So much to do

    - That that should have been there, came with DLC
    - Minor details

    95/100

    Masterpiece    … Expand
  50. karanshekhar
    Sep 8, 2015
    9
    I absolutely loved the game!.. The choice system is sure punishing as hell!. I got the worst ending that completely spoiled my whole experience. But if I leave that aside I thoroughly enjoyed rest of the game. I think in a way it was good that I got the bad ending because TW3 was starting to ruin my life. I quit my job for it. I was staying up all night playing and all day sleeping. SoI absolutely loved the game!.. The choice system is sure punishing as hell!. I got the worst ending that completely spoiled my whole experience. But if I leave that aside I thoroughly enjoyed rest of the game. I think in a way it was good that I got the bad ending because TW3 was starting to ruin my life. I quit my job for it. I was staying up all night playing and all day sleeping. So that ending definitely drew me away. There are some other small complaints like some missions don't live up to their difficulty level and some exceed it by some margin. I did't use crafting much cos the game never really made it feel necessary. Also the inventory system is complete **** I played it on my ps4, so like everyone else i had some frame rate issues and few bugs, very few though nothing too bad. Overall one of the best games I've ever played and definitely the best rpg i played.… Expand
  51. Kargun
    Nov 29, 2018
    9
    Es un rpg de acción muy entretenido. Todas las misiones, aunque puedan tener un desarrollo similar, están rebozadas con una historia que te hace sentir que todas son diferentes. El juego de cartas también es muy divertido.
  52. I_am_4lpha
    Oct 12, 2015
    9
    This game is a masterpiece. a true example of how far gaming has come since it first started. From the Massive open world to the realistic beard growth. it has a great story line and a harsh unforgiving world full of wonderful lore. it has got to be one of the best games i have ever played. 9/10

    saving the 10/10 for something really special
  53. Dawso
    Mar 27, 2016
    9
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt marks a magnificant development point in open world rpg games. While the main quest has a deep if not memorable story line it is the presentation of side quests that truly astounds. Each side quests has its own story, choices and cast of memorable characters, fetch quests for the most part these aint. Now onto gameplay, there is a deep crafting system in place forThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt marks a magnificant development point in open world rpg games. While the main quest has a deep if not memorable story line it is the presentation of side quests that truly astounds. Each side quests has its own story, choices and cast of memorable characters, fetch quests for the most part these aint. Now onto gameplay, there is a deep crafting system in place for both weapons and armour with blue prints available throughout the world wether you stumble upon them exploring the world or are rewarded them upon quest completion. Whilst the combat lacks the depth of some rpgs it is still enjoyable, particularly fights against powerful beasts which demand that the player use appropriate strategies, spells and tonics to win the battle. The world of this rpg is well populated with npcs, animals and monsters and feels truly alive particularly as it changes because of the decisions you made. It short you are a witcher, a type of misfit, distrusted hero on a quest to find a missing girl, where you will draw on your skills as a swordsman and your knowledge of spells which all witchers know. This game is a must for any open world rpg fan.… Expand
  54. Don_kAtana
    Oct 28, 2015
    9
    The story is good and very interesting, the world is very big and everywhere is something to discover, there are so many quests, the music is very cool, the characters are very interesting and everybody have a short story, there only a few lags, but anywhere its a amazing game
  55. JaggerE
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences to grace modern video games.

    Pros: + Stunning World both in design and visual fidelity + Great characters and story that is greatly affected by choices you make. + Wonderful quests, Contracts and exploration + Underlying themes and issues relate to the real world just as much as this fantasy one +    The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences to grace modern video games.

    Pros:
    + Stunning World both in design and visual fidelity
    + Great characters and story that is greatly affected by choices you make.
    + Wonderful quests, Contracts and exploration
    + Underlying themes and issues relate to the real world just as much as this fantasy one
    + Beautiful Soundtrack

    Cons:
    - Occasional Bugs and Crashes
    - Some strange, sometimes even bad writing (never in the main quest, mostly in side quests and not frequent enough to detract too much)
    - Combat and skill trees can be repetitive and I went through this game with 120 hours logged and barely used potions or oils.
    - Inventory Management was how I spent too much of my time (uh oh accidentally picked up a frying pan again)

    9.3/10    … Expand
  56. InternetEnzyme
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    Fantastic open world RPG. It has an enthralling story that really pushes you to just play it. You have this intense drive to play the game, it's great. The game does have some technical issues, and the combat isn't that great, but if you can look past those faults I suggest picking this gem up.

    9.5/10
  57. RealLeather
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    It took me around three months to finally beat the last campaign mission and I still have a ton of side quests and the incoming expansions to look forward to. This game is a behemoth in scope, dangerously addictive and is packed with hundreds of hours of content easily.

    The voice acting and writing elevates W3 to another plane of existence and the side quests are bizarrely often much    It took me around three months to finally beat the last campaign mission and I still have a ton of side quests and the incoming expansions to look forward to. This game is a behemoth in scope, dangerously addictive and is packed with hundreds of hours of content easily.

    The voice acting and writing elevates W3 to another plane of existence and the side quests are bizarrely often much more interesting than the narrative events of the primary campaign and this is my biggest gripe with the game... The main campaign starts out great and gets better but then proceeds to lose steam around the halfway point where the story becomes more hit and miss. I was not a fan of Ciri as I felt that she was a two-dimensional character that was difficult to empathise with and often the line delivery would be quite melodramatic.

    The skill tree is very easy to understand and doesn't contain many (if any) junk skills/perks and the possibilities for different builds are plentiful. The world and its locations are engrossing and feel completely believable; there is little 'gameyness' to the world. The combat takes a bit of getting used to as it is fiddly at first, but it's a lot of fun and will test your reflexes a fair bit (depending on the difficulty.) Witcher 3 does so many things right but the best has to be the voice acting and writing. It constantly sets up intrigue and then rewards you both narratively and loot-wise, it's quite remarkable. I'm having a lot of fun now with Fallout 4 but unfortunately keep coveting Witcher 3 as it really made me stop and LISTEN to what characters were telling me.    … Expand
  58. ryanurg
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    It is an almost perfect game, brought down only by occasionally repetitive combat.

    The story in this game shines brightly. Quests like the Bloody Baron quest were such a wonder to behold it left me speechless. Running around to find different armor sets and each place I wander to feels like it belongs to a living breathing world is incredible. From most aspects this game is perfect;    It is an almost perfect game, brought down only by occasionally repetitive combat.

    The story in this game shines brightly. Quests like the Bloody Baron quest were such a wonder to behold it left me speechless. Running around to find different armor sets and each place I wander to feels like it belongs to a living breathing world is incredible.

    From most aspects this game is perfect; however, I found a slight shortcoming as I had played for a significant amount of time. I found the combat to become boring. I will say, this could be because I was playing it one specific way when most players change their play style so, it could have been in how I was playing the game. Nevertheless, I found the combat to get a bit repetitive at the middle of the game towards the end and that detracted from my experience.

    Its slight flaws in combat are the only thing stopping me from giving this game a 10/10.    … Expand
  59. Turulo
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    This is the best game of it's type I've played since Gothic I and II. The jump from Witcher 2 to 3 is like going from 2D to 3D, I cannot believe it came from the same company. The story makes you want to finish to see how it ends, just like when you read a great book.

    The gameplay is weird but action packed, it's better to play in the hardest modes otherwise it becomes too easy in mid    This is the best game of it's type I've played since Gothic I and II. The jump from Witcher 2 to 3 is like going from 2D to 3D, I cannot believe it came from the same company. The story makes you want to finish to see how it ends, just like when you read a great book.

    The gameplay is weird but action packed, it's better to play in the hardest modes otherwise it becomes too easy in mid game. Each enemy fights differently and forces you to use different tactics which is great.

    The crafting game could have been better, they have tons of stuff to craft but I found that making the standard equipment was enough, and consumables are crafted once and they refill when sleeping which was a let down.

    Great features compared with other games:

    - Forced male character without face customization and great voice acting (great, it's more immersive).
    - The character is not an emo, nor a chosen one, is not superman either.
    - The character may be a cheater depending on player choices.
    - The other characters all have different and clear personalities.
    - Best characters animations and modeling so far.
    - Best book adaptation I've ever seen.
    - Best horseback riding experience so far compared to Skyrim, DA-I, TERA.
    - Very large and open world and you can go anywhere at almost any level (some monsters cannot be killed at low level).
    - Very long and entertaining story.
    - Optional quests are not the typical "kill 8 boars" type. Instead they are of the detective type with clues you have to find.
    - Nice card subgame Gwent which is optional.

    Things that could have been better:

    - The talent system is somewhat limited, there are several talents that are not very useful.
    - Crafting could be improved.
    - The filler NPC characters faces tend to get repeated often.
    - Limited replay incentive.    … Expand
  60. Heavens_Fence
    Nov 29, 2015
    9
    What an amazing game!!!. So I don't usually write reviews but I finished playing this game about 2 weeks ago and thought it was really good. Then I picked up fallout 4 (what a mistake) and it truly helped me realize how amazing this game is. The graphics are superb I've never seen a game that made me be proud I have a nextgen system as much as this game did. The voice acting is pretty goodWhat an amazing game!!!. So I don't usually write reviews but I finished playing this game about 2 weeks ago and thought it was really good. Then I picked up fallout 4 (what a mistake) and it truly helped me realize how amazing this game is. The graphics are superb I've never seen a game that made me be proud I have a nextgen system as much as this game did. The voice acting is pretty good (it took me a bit to get over geralt sounding like batman though). The body languange and facial expressions are what make interacting with people so good though. Sometimes I felt like I was watching a movie instead of playing a game.
    This game has some serious glitches though an elusive gwent card glitch make it nearly impossible to get the "collect em all trophy" making a platinum sometimes completely impossible. There is quest where you get locked into a dungeon and seriously your only way out is using a different glitch. The horse mechanics are kinda clunky. Sometimes I sheathe my sword in the middle of battle which can get really frustrating. This happens a lot when I'm fighting humanoid creatures like dongs and monsters at the same time and have to switch between swords. Well sometimes I sheathe one and never pull out the other. I've had quests that don't complete the way they should too.
    That being said this game is freaking so fun. I absolutely loved the gwent side game what a blast. I wish fallout 4 were half as good as this game..... or if walmart had a better return policy on video games but thats for a different rant. If you haven't played this game you need to it's the most enjoyable single player experience I've had on a nextgen console. Lastly you can't go wrong when you put in a pair (or a hundred) of real ta tas lol. Honestly this title must have put the ESRB through the ringer. Anyway this game is freaking amazing play it they play it again they get the dlc and play that.    … Expand
  61. Nickykzt
    Dec 9, 2016
    9
    An incredible game, good graphics and textures. Charismatic characters and closely linked to the chronicles of previous books and games. I waited a long time to acquire it and the hours of play and entertainment are guaranteed. Game 100% recommended.
  62. Bayonetwork1989
    Jan 22, 2016
    9
    When I first brought The Witcher 3 on release I was worried I'd be overwhelmed by how big this game is and how much there is to do, but after a couple of hours I was fully immersed in the lore of The Witcher, wondering off to uncover the secrets of this world and then realsing I've just bought one of the best games I've played. The Witcher 3 has become an example of what open world RPG'sWhen I first brought The Witcher 3 on release I was worried I'd be overwhelmed by how big this game is and how much there is to do, but after a couple of hours I was fully immersed in the lore of The Witcher, wondering off to uncover the secrets of this world and then realsing I've just bought one of the best games I've played. The Witcher 3 has become an example of what open world RPG's should be like. There isn't one section of land in this game which feels like it's been copied and pasted from somewhere else, or rushed together. The buildings, towns and cities have been built into the landscape, but gives you the feel of being transported into another world, which strangley feels real (even though you're fighting Griffins and casting magical signs!). I loved every second of The Witcher 3 and even though I was sad to come to the end of the main story, I quickly realised I still had much more to do. The only small negative I have is that I felt like I was leveling too quickly towards the end of the game, which made me feel a bit over powed, even though I was at the recommended level for that particular quest and I also felt that the inventory screen could've been better thought out (even after the patch which changed this screen). Overall, I love The Witcher 3 and I'll be playing it for a long time.… Expand
  63. ArenaV3
    Jan 24, 2016
    9
    The pinnacle of AAA titles in 2015.

    I got this game back around whenever it was released and could never really get into it. I put it on the back burner for a few months, and tried again. Once again, couldn't get into it. I then got consumed into Fallout 4 for a bit but got quickly bored of it. This weekend, after being disgusted with the amount of critical acclaim the Witcher achieved    The pinnacle of AAA titles in 2015.

    I got this game back around whenever it was released and could never really get into it. I put it on the back burner for a few months, and tried again. Once again, couldn't get into it. I then got consumed into Fallout 4 for a bit but got quickly bored of it. This weekend, after being disgusted with the amount of critical acclaim the Witcher achieved over Fallout 4, I decided to do intense research and practice with the game and I will say it is incredible. Better than Fallout 4 in nearly every aspect.

    Writing: Honestly one of the best quests I have ever played. The writing is fantastic, the quests are fun, emotional, and somtimes, funny. The characters are also quite good. I love the personalities in particular of Geralt and the Baron.

    Graphical: The graphics are nice. Water is very well done. The lighting and environment is very nice. Nothing unique per se, just realistic medieval and wilderness graphics. The monsters and armors are very creative; some look cool as **** (Wild Hunt Armor), and some look downright disgusting (Rotfiends, Botchlings).

    Technical: The game runs at 1080p, 30 FPS on the PS4, typical with many console games. The combat is decent, the only really bad thing I have to say, but it is still quite good. It requires strategy rather than hacking the **** out of someone as say the Elder Scrolls. Movement can be a bit sticky too, I've accidentally fallen off of ledges quite a bit.

    Overall: So damn good. You will probably love it if you're patient and willing to learn in the game and outside of the game (YouTube, Reddit).    … Expand
  64. Filaton
    May 28, 2016
    9
    A magnificent game, with a lush fantasy world brimming with so much content that it puts quite a few other titles to shame. The game is easily over 150 hours if you want to do all the quests and locations on the map. The battle system is a polished version of Witcher 2's system, with a more intuitive skill system. The only thing I'd nitpick about are the menus, browsing a full inventoryA magnificent game, with a lush fantasy world brimming with so much content that it puts quite a few other titles to shame. The game is easily over 150 hours if you want to do all the quests and locations on the map. The battle system is a polished version of Witcher 2's system, with a more intuitive skill system. The only thing I'd nitpick about are the menus, browsing a full inventory tends to get a little overwhelming for me.

    Long story short: any fan of single player games should buy this.    … Expand
  65. acollin1
    Feb 18, 2016
    9
    My previous gaming experiences were a decade ago. But this is one of my favorite PS4 Purchases so far. New to the RPG genre but this has been pretty easy to get the hang of. The graphics are amazing,open world rewarding, and side quests easy to find to fill the space between main game.
  66. tbone_12
    Jul 9, 2016
    9
    Easily one of the best RPG's I've ever played with hundreds of hours of content and surprisingly an engaging story. The combat and controls is iffy at points, as is the AI (playing on the two harder difficulties helps) but both can be easily forgiven for most of what the game has to offer. Even the in game card game Gwent, which I would never have played if not for the trophies, was greatEasily one of the best RPG's I've ever played with hundreds of hours of content and surprisingly an engaging story. The combat and controls is iffy at points, as is the AI (playing on the two harder difficulties helps) but both can be easily forgiven for most of what the game has to offer. Even the in game card game Gwent, which I would never have played if not for the trophies, was great and well balanced. Do yourself a favor and play this game, you will not be disappointment (coming from a non RPG fan).… Expand
  67. ivancho_melo
    May 31, 2016
    9
    Es un juego completo, excelentes gráficos y mejor historia, recomendadísimo! Envolvente y sobretodo bien hecho, definitivamente merece cada uno de los premios que se ha llevado.
  68. JoyStikEnt
    Mar 11, 2016
    9
    Editor’s Opinions:

    The Witcher 3 was one of the most anticipated games of the year and it delivered well past expectations. After putting well over 60 hours into the game, I felt as if I had barely put a dent in it, and that is okay in anybody’s book when a game cost $60 a pop. Sound: Music in The Witcher 3 gets a bit repetitive but not to the point that it is annoying by any    Editor’s Opinions:

    The Witcher 3 was one of the most anticipated games of the year and it delivered well past expectations. After putting well over 60 hours into the game, I felt as if I had barely put a dent in it, and that is okay in anybody’s book when a game cost $60 a pop.

    Sound:

    Music in The Witcher 3 gets a bit repetitive but not to the point that it is annoying by any means. Interactions with other characters feel right, as the voice acting is perfect and believable. Combat sounds incredible as you deal or take damage.

    Graphics:

    The Witcher series has been beautiful since the first game released and 3 was no different. The open world looked and felt massive, but every piece of the game looked so detailed. Characters were laggy at times, but this did not take away from how pretty this game looked overall.

    Gameplay:

    The Witcher 3 is known for great combat, and great combat is what it gave players. No matter if it was an easy 3 hit kill, or a long drawn out battle during a hunt, it played perfect. Looting new gear and weapons keeps you busy and like all open world games, inventory is a pain to sort through. All over gameplay for The Witcher 3 will keep players happy throughout the entire game and more.

    Replay Value: Moderately High

    Story:

    The Witcher 3 tells an engaging story, full of emotions and attachments to characters. With hours and hours of side quest plus a relatively long story, The Witcher 3 prevails with story telling.    … Expand
  69. jsoileau14
    Mar 24, 2016
    9
    One of my favorite video games of all time. Geralt’s adventure was a BLAST. I never played the first two so i really did not know how it was going to be. I loved every second of it..getting lost is the best part this map is twice the size of GTA V and that is saying something. I would find myself exploring hours upon hours and always finding something new like Loot or cave or sunken ship.One of my favorite video games of all time. Geralt’s adventure was a BLAST. I never played the first two so i really did not know how it was going to be. I loved every second of it..getting lost is the best part this map is twice the size of GTA V and that is saying something. I would find myself exploring hours upon hours and always finding something new like Loot or cave or sunken ship. The game is So deep in its RPG mechanics and customization. Story is spectacular and keeps you going which is hard to do in a game of this size with all the side quests and what not. Game is absolutely GORGEOUS. the Graphics are over the top and the controls are super slick. If you liked RDR and dragon age and skyrim. MEET The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. MUST BUY!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  70. Jimi360
    Mar 24, 2016
    9
    A near-perfect experience on console, The Witcher 3 concludes Geralt's story in a way that makes you care about every response you give and every character that you meet. The story provided by a side-quest puts a game like Destiny to shame, as every part of this game has a meaning and a purpose.

    Though the camera system and controls can sometimes be unresponsive and make for some    A near-perfect experience on console, The Witcher 3 concludes Geralt's story in a way that makes you care about every response you give and every character that you meet. The story provided by a side-quest puts a game like Destiny to shame, as every part of this game has a meaning and a purpose.

    Though the camera system and controls can sometimes be unresponsive and make for some hilarious glitches, once you enter this world (that is 4x bigger than Skyrim) you will not be able to put your controller down once you begin that quest to find Ciri, meeting memorable and loveable characters along the way. A true must-play.    … Expand
  71. jamalt
    Nov 11, 2017
    9
    The best thing about Witcher 3 is right away, you can tell the developers really cared about the product they were putting out. It's such an enjoyable game, that almost a year later I still haven't quite finished it yet. Because its not about getting to the end, but the journey there. I love Geralt's dry wit and in general every developed characters personality. Yeah, of course some of theThe best thing about Witcher 3 is right away, you can tell the developers really cared about the product they were putting out. It's such an enjoyable game, that almost a year later I still haven't quite finished it yet. Because its not about getting to the end, but the journey there. I love Geralt's dry wit and in general every developed characters personality. Yeah, of course some of the side quests are generic but with a world this huge they can't develop every little story line. The Witcher series doesn't need another positive review, but I wrote one anyway because the people that created this game and the author Sapkowski deserve that praise.… Expand
  72. Nnabeal14
    Mar 27, 2016
    9
    I usually don't feel the need to review games, but his one deserves it. When I got my first RPG game (Skyrim), my reaction was "Woah, no game is EVER gonna top this!"

    Boy was i frikin wrong. The Witcher 3 managed ti surpass every expectation I ever had. The graphics are amazing, the story is amazing, the sidequests feel like a whole other game entirely. Just get this game! Now, the    I usually don't feel the need to review games, but his one deserves it. When I got my first RPG game (Skyrim), my reaction was "Woah, no game is EVER gonna top this!"

    Boy was i frikin wrong. The Witcher 3 managed ti surpass every expectation I ever had. The graphics are amazing, the story is amazing, the sidequests feel like a whole other game entirely. Just get this game!

    Now, the only reason I have waited on buying this game for so long was that I thought I could not understand the story, and I was wrong again! The story is wonderfully explained and pulls you in (and you have the sudden desire to become a witcher and even start trying out the Signs [or spells] in private to see if they can work!)

    The only reason I gave it a 9 and not a 10 was because I am not a big fan of the weapon degradation system, and I feel that adding the option to disable it would be brilliant. (This is not that annoying though, and doesn't take away from the game too much)

    VERDICT: Get this game right now and get immersed in the story, graphics, and the bewbs!    … Expand
  73. yoyo321
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    Buenas, poco o nada nuevo se puede decir, pero quería aportar mi opinión.

    Es un gran juego, con muchas cosas que hacer y una gran historia con elección de decisiones. Un sistema de combate profundo y muchos elementos roleros como la subida de nivel, fabricación de armaduras, etc. Gráficamente esta muy bien pero nada que te deje sin aliento. Un juego imprescindible. Le doy un    Buenas, poco o nada nuevo se puede decir, pero quería aportar mi opinión.

    Es un gran juego, con muchas cosas que hacer y una gran historia con elección de decisiones. Un sistema de combate profundo y muchos elementos roleros como la subida de nivel, fabricación de armaduras, etc.

    Gráficamente esta muy bien pero nada que te deje sin aliento.

    Un juego imprescindible.

    Le doy un 9.7 por no estar doblado al español, que igual que tiene varios idiomas como el alemán ya podian haberle puesto el nuestro.    … Expand
  74. Vallinaalex
    May 13, 2017
    9
    The witcher 3 es un gran juego pero con fallos de diseño, por ejemplo, que combatir te da muy poca experiencia y la subida de niveles no te hace variar lo necesario el personaje. La historia es excelente y las secundarias son las mejores de un RPG. El combates es regular y todas las armas tienen la misma animación. Pero en definitiva es una obra maestra y para mi viola a todos los RPGsThe witcher 3 es un gran juego pero con fallos de diseño, por ejemplo, que combatir te da muy poca experiencia y la subida de niveles no te hace variar lo necesario el personaje. La historia es excelente y las secundarias son las mejores de un RPG. El combates es regular y todas las armas tienen la misma animación. Pero en definitiva es una obra maestra y para mi viola a todos los RPGs occidentales.… Expand
  75. thereaperusa
    Apr 16, 2016
    9
    this game is one of the best games i played in a long time.its a very good game but its not the right game for every one if you like a challenge and a long game witcher is for you
  76. MrCuddles
    May 8, 2016
    9
    The witcher 3 is an amazing game. Never have I spent so much time just exploring the open world, not even in a game like GTA 5. The story is pretty interesting even though this was my first time playing any of the witcher games. The side quests were even better than the main story, the monster contracts being my favorite. Even if you have never played one of the witcher games, this is aThe witcher 3 is an amazing game. Never have I spent so much time just exploring the open world, not even in a game like GTA 5. The story is pretty interesting even though this was my first time playing any of the witcher games. The side quests were even better than the main story, the monster contracts being my favorite. Even if you have never played one of the witcher games, this is a must have. Only thing that I don't like is the sometimes awkward controls, but after a little bit you'll get used to it.… Expand
  77. Internet_Enzyme
    May 9, 2016
    9
    This game doesn't run well. It's combat isn't anything to write home about. But that's it. Those are my only grievances. Everything else about this game is amazing. Even though I had never played any of the previous games, the story sucked me in. There is just a feel of adventure and fun that emanates throughout the entire 25+ hour experience. It feels like you're living inside of aThis game doesn't run well. It's combat isn't anything to write home about. But that's it. Those are my only grievances. Everything else about this game is amazing. Even though I had never played any of the previous games, the story sucked me in. There is just a feel of adventure and fun that emanates throughout the entire 25+ hour experience. It feels like you're living inside of a living, breathing Tolkien novel. Usually I say gameplay is king. And, for the most part it is. And while I would prefer a lightly less "spammy" and janky experience during combat, it is far from being bad. It's just a part of the game that's weaker than the rest; and considering that the rest is so amazing, my recommendation does not falter. Go out there and buy it. It was worth $60 when it first came out, so it's definitely worth whatever you can pay for it now.… Expand
  78. Empyrea
    Jul 8, 2019
    9
    I've just beaten this game so here goes my impressions: everything is great, graphics are stunning, just like in RDR 2 and this game is from 2015! Soundtrack and voices are also excellent, and the plot is good (although too slow). You can choose the dialogues like in Mass Effect or you can go straight to the main dialogues if you want. Sometimes you feel like a detective, like in L.A.I've just beaten this game so here goes my impressions: everything is great, graphics are stunning, just like in RDR 2 and this game is from 2015! Soundtrack and voices are also excellent, and the plot is good (although too slow). You can choose the dialogues like in Mass Effect or you can go straight to the main dialogues if you want. Sometimes you feel like a detective, like in L.A. Noire. The first thing I did was to low the joysticks sensitivity from 1 to 0'8. My complaints are: the tiny letters (lucky me I've a huge tv and I don't have much problem), another thing is that when you jump or fall from not so high places you lose health, the last thing to mention would be that sometimes you feel that the story advance too slow. If you like rpgs you're gonna love it. If you like games with only action and more action maybe this is not you're kind of game. To sum up, I think this game has taken all the good things from other games and have made it a must have. Advices: stick to the main missions unless you want to raise your level or you feel to do this or that sidequest. The only sidequests that I'd recommend you to do would be the ones related with main characters. About magic, I normally used the Quen sign, but you can use whatever you want. I'd recommend to improve the Axia sign if you want to save some money, and do horse races to improve your horse and have more room for your things. It probalby took me 60 hours or so. About sidequets, there are some of them that will be cancel at some point if you don't complete them and you only go for the main missions, still, you don't know which ones are so, I wouldn't worry too much. Now that I've finished this game I'll probably do a couple of high level sidequests or hunts and that's all.… Expand
  79. JoshBtB
    May 18, 2016
    9
    My oh my. The negative reviews have their points: some slightly clunky mechanics at times. That being, you might find yourself wondering in to a wall here and there, struggle to have the smoothest of horse rides from time to time - the horse riding is the most clunky... you can jump 'roach' over obstacles but there's times when your going full gallop an a little broken brick wall might beMy oh my. The negative reviews have their points: some slightly clunky mechanics at times. That being, you might find yourself wondering in to a wall here and there, struggle to have the smoothest of horse rides from time to time - the horse riding is the most clunky... you can jump 'roach' over obstacles but there's times when your going full gallop an a little broken brick wall might be somewhat in your way and where you might hope 'Roach' has the initiative to leap over the little wall instead you come to an abrupt hault before you've seen it... you have to be a horse jump master, basically. But it's hardly a worry because they've ingeniously input a mechanic where if one is riding along a path, if you let go of the analogue controls, you can ride said path without steering, just canter, gallop and glue - makes for nice scenery watching as you ride, though be sure to steer when you get to a cross-road or hair pin or you'll soon be riding in the wrong direction. But other than a minor bit of clunk here and there (trying to angle your screen just right to select one of several bags that you haven't looted yet) this is an otherwise fluid and tasty little game.

    Anyone **** about loss of combat mechanics is talking rubbish - okay there's not the pedantic math of the huge MMO RPGs but if I'm honest that to me is a bonus; no game should be bestable based on one's ability to sum up the digits... it should be bestable on one's unique talents - I get so down when the only way to be king of the crop is to "HAVE THIS INCREDIBLY SPECIFIC LOADOUT AND SKILLSET AND ARMOUR" - The Witcher delivers this but otherwise relies on a player's collection of potions and bombs, the diagrams they've found and all manner of skill combinations - when it comes down to it, if you can't kill the monster up ahead, it's because you haven't read your beastiary like a real Witcher, you haven't found the right tools for the specific job and you just aint got the stones to take the creature down. No one collection of items does it all - this: me likey very much!

    Graphically of course it's stunning - overly orange dazzling sunrises over forested peaks and where folks and saying: same old westernised fantasy realm (unoriginal) I beg to differ! The USA is typical for it's glossy caricature of fantasy, Project Red delivers, instead, a far more (in spite of a nice hue at sundown) wind-beaten landscape, craggy, haunting. I've wondered enough fantasy game forests without so much as a whisper of fear only to find myself feeling slightly spooked when first caught in the middle of the mist-veiled trees of Velen. The monsters don't feel like alien lifeforms either, they look like monsters that could very well exist in our human world - pit me against a any of the beasts of ESO or Warcraft any day over the horrible flesh-sloughing, skeletal and fang-ridden horrors of the world of the Witcher. Even the bears have a lumbering, hulking majesty over the roly poly figures I've seen across all manner of other available digital landscapes.

    There are plenty of fantasy cliches but where I've seen other realms fail to capture the sincerity of their story vs. the humour in their in jokes, the Witcher just seems to breeze both, every cliche is obviously and intentionally hilarious whilst the genuine nature of its more serious undertones feel far more alive, more pressing and genuinely harrowing. I thought I'd hate Geralt's typical American hero, husky, sarcastic and blunt demeanour: instead I genuinely LOVE it - it's relentlessly funny because it's so awfully jarring - some smooth, stereotypical badass trying to reason with confused Welsh peasants; really funny. And there's another win, in spite of the American cast of heroes, everyone else is deliciously Euro/UK regional in accent, the Mancunians, the Yorkshireman, the Glaswegians, the Cockneys, the Spaniards and the Poles... all done with enough racial stereotype but genuinely accurate dialect and mannerisms to make this game feel so much more real and alive than the static; "Hey! You there, please help me with this quest! My sheep are lost and I have a reward for anyone who can find them" NPCs of too many fantasy gaming realms.

    Sore that you can't kill any old random NPC? Well then you're missing the most integral part of the Witcher universe: several novels and short stories combined emanating from as early on as the 1980s, 2 other games of rich (apparently non-canon but so well-done that many consider them to be) history and storyline and characters not of your own design - they have their own morals or lack of and for me, immersing myself in that story and character mindset appeals to my inner love for fantasy and story over my desire to just run around like a headless Trevor Phillips murdering everything in my path: not that kind of game at all.

    This game is for the gamers looking for something to last them a few evenings of every week for the next year to come. Get buried in it. I know I am.    … Expand
  80. mwil236
    Aug 27, 2016
    9
    A truly tremendous game; you already know the deal. Amazing characters, thrilling combat, a huge world, robust crafting, countless items and many surprises. The only perceivable flaws with the game are that the story is so long and complex that it is possible to forget exactly what's going on, mainly because you'll get sidetracked with so many other quests. There are a handful ofA truly tremendous game; you already know the deal. Amazing characters, thrilling combat, a huge world, robust crafting, countless items and many surprises. The only perceivable flaws with the game are that the story is so long and complex that it is possible to forget exactly what's going on, mainly because you'll get sidetracked with so many other quests. There are a handful of technical flaws, but given how large and ambitious the game world is it's acceptable to see a few graphical tics. Skill trees aren't as good as they could be; you can only level up your signs which aren't hugely important in the long run anyway and you'll never level up enough times to get to where you want to be with them either. Otherwise, everything from exploring the vast landscapes to playing the damn card game will keep you interested when you aren't do other witcher things. Definitely not perfect based on the complex story and so-long-it-can't-help-but-be-repetitive gameplay but also one of the greatest of all time.… Expand
  81. JyroJyro
    Dec 22, 2017
    9
    The Witcher 3 is a masterpiece that seriously rivals any RPG I have ever played. A fascinatingly detailed world means exploration is actually interesting, and the story is well written and features some excellent voice acting. The controls take a little while to get used to, but it is well worth the grind. Undoubtedly the best game of 2015.
  82. troysion
    Aug 16, 2016
    9
    What an amazing game this is. The story keeps you at the edge of your seat and wanting more. The graphics are very well done. The only reason I did not give this game a 10 is because at times the controls can be a bit clunky. This is a must own for any RPG fan!
  83. XxJoseManuelxX
    Dec 17, 2016
    9
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open world action role-playing video game developed by CD Projekt RED.

    + Massive and Beautiful World
    + Great Characters
    - Bugs
    - Clunky Combat
  84. kietnam
    Aug 24, 2016
    9
    I'll start of by saying that this is one of my favourite games of 2016. When this game launched I didn't buy it due to it not seeming interesting to me. This is probably due to not playing any of the other games in the series. Eventually this game went on sale and because of the extremely positive reception I decided to give it a try. I didn't regret buying this game and would've boughtI'll start of by saying that this is one of my favourite games of 2016. When this game launched I didn't buy it due to it not seeming interesting to me. This is probably due to not playing any of the other games in the series. Eventually this game went on sale and because of the extremely positive reception I decided to give it a try. I didn't regret buying this game and would've bought it at launch for the full price. I'll start off by explaining the gameplay. This game is easily one of the best RPGs I have ever played, and for me, it's easily better than Skyrim. The voice acting is superb. The animation is amazing. The story is intriguing. The characters have personality. The maps are well designed. The quests all feel different. The game is amazing but as much as I praise the game I do have problems with it. My biggest gripe with the game, which made me not play it after a while, is the loading screens. The loading screens in the game are massive. I was doing a quest in the game which involved hunting down a werewolf, seems easy enough. Well werewolfs happen to be extremely hard enemies to face, but that was not my problem. My problem was that every time I died I ended up going through one of the game's loading screens. Due to me being extremely determined to finish this quest I ended up dying a lot, which in turn, meant more loading screens. There was some annoying narrative at the beginning of the loading screens, which got annoying really quickly. This ended up with me getting sick of this and quitting the game all together. I haven't found the motivation to open the game again and end up playing till the end, but from what I saw of the game, I can confidently say that, if you are a fan of RPGs and games like Skyrim, this game is for you. This game would've been my game of the year if I wasn't such a Soulsborne fanboy. 9/10 too many loading screens 4 me.… Expand
  85. Lewis-Angelo
    Sep 14, 2019
    9
    el inicio se hace pesado porque no puedes hacer gran cosa, los ? en el mapa sirven de poco y nada, la jugabilidad no es ni mucho menos la de un Batman Arkham y el centenar de copias que ha tenido, bugs a cascoporro, nivelado del mapa mal usado, parece un sandbox de Ubisoft de hace 10 años, sistema de misiones copia de Borderlands mal implementado, los iconos del mapa que desaparecen aunqueel inicio se hace pesado porque no puedes hacer gran cosa, los ? en el mapa sirven de poco y nada, la jugabilidad no es ni mucho menos la de un Batman Arkham y el centenar de copias que ha tenido, bugs a cascoporro, nivelado del mapa mal usado, parece un sandbox de Ubisoft de hace 10 años, sistema de misiones copia de Borderlands mal implementado, los iconos del mapa que desaparecen aunque estén ahí y hay que sudar para encontrar algo cuando aún no te lo conoces, Sardinilla que se engancha en cualquier cosa y luego no salta un mísero puente cayéndose al agua y desapareciendo, el GPS que se pierde y marca la ruta mal, los tiempos de carga y los menús van a pedales, cuando Geralt entra en combate cuesta huir porque se olvida de saber correr y saltar, y mil cosas más que se le pueden criticar como a cualquier juego

    pero, todo eso con un buen mundo, unos grandes personajes, una trama cuidada, los mejores que diálogos que he visto en juego alguno, la época, la mitología, y todos esos detalles que lo hacen uno de los mejores juegos de la generación

    Blood and Wine es de lo mejor que he jugado nunca

    220 horas que van a mejor cada minuto que pasa    … Expand
  86. Looser
    Mar 28, 2017
    9
    Its a incredibly well made game and it does some amazing things like its open world. The quests are the most entertaining I've ever played in an open world game. I really love Geralt as a character. The music fits the game. I love how alive the world feels, especially Novigrad, but its got its share of problems. Small text, average combat, level up system lacking satisfying progressiont. 9/10
  87. OvercastGamer
    Sep 24, 2016
    9
    It’s a safe assessment that eighty per cent of the characters in The Witcher 3 do not want you there. They hate you offering your services, and detest you even more when they part with their hard-earned coin. Your mere appearance, it seems, is but to weigh heavy on their soul. With such a depressing outlook, it’s a wonder CD Projekt’s pièce de résistance isn’t one big sad slog, but quiteIt’s a safe assessment that eighty per cent of the characters in The Witcher 3 do not want you there. They hate you offering your services, and detest you even more when they part with their hard-earned coin. Your mere appearance, it seems, is but to weigh heavy on their soul. With such a depressing outlook, it’s a wonder CD Projekt’s pièce de résistance isn’t one big sad slog, but quite the opposite. The Witcher hosts a vibrant world brimming with opportunity, you need only stagger your way around to see it all.

    As someone long weary of fetch quests and open-world nonsense, to be as enamored as I am with this game is somewhat of a miracle. Wrapped in mystique, I’m eager to explore every arcane cranny. An ominous hole? Better believe I’m going down there for what could be as little reward as a loaf of bread. Appropriately, ‘wild’ is the word I’d use to best describe the massive world of Temeria. The harsh, windswept landscape feels anything but safe, bringing with it treasure, beasts and happenstance which could see you stashing a new bit of steel, or assertively pirouetting over a cliff.

    Among its many creatures, hazardous fish-men ‘Drowners’ roam both land and sea, scratching at your heels as you pop down to explore that one last chest, wreck, or – as it turns out – three-storied Temerian Atlantis. It’s a land lived-in and a seamless melding of scene, weather and soundscape that brings forth a magnificent and detailed melancholy, the mood and intimacy of The Last of Us mixed with the beauty and breadth of Red Dead Redemption.

    A simple stroll shows just how beautiful Temeria must have been before the war. Sweeping hills, plunging valleys and more than one glorious sunset still lighten the landscape, but the earth is now stained with blood from battles not long fought; overturned carriages litter the back roads, and lynched corpses sway quietly in the breeze – a warning – the shoes-on-the-power-line of this world.

    It’s strange then that a team could build to such heights yet erect the foundations in a bog. Plagued by clunkiness, movement in The Witcher 3 feels like parkour through molasses – weighty and frustrating in equal measure. Never have I been more aware of gravity than prancing the coastline to only seconds later be met with an untimely demise, courtesy of what must’ve been a slippery ledge or perhaps an overly oily pair of boots? Keen to check that chest on the bluff? Get ready to amble tentatively and god help you if you overcompensate in acceleration – you’ll be eating more dirt than a Rock Troll. To afford a humanoid the weight and steering of a dual-skid catamaran is both bold and baffling, and it’s unfortunate that the plethora of boats littering the numerous lakes, seas and Temeria’s main river the Pontar, already pushes The Witcher well over its quota of maritime vessels. Sadly, there’s just no room for the S.S. Geralt.

    To further **** this sandwich, The Witcher comes with one of the most ruthless fall damage systems I’ve seen. Anything more than a small drop and you’re a crumpled husk. It’s as if CD Projekt Red had a delayed reaction to the Crouching Tiger-like jumping of Bethesda’s Oblivion and set out to create the most grounded RPG imaginable, literally.

    Fortunately, this kind of weight translates well to combat. Everything from a quick slash to a flashy upward arc feels both powerful and hefty. Enemies come with a reasonable head on their shoulders, and bandits, pirates or any of the numerous creatures will rally, mob and use their numbers to cut you down before you can get your own in. If respected, the combat system can give way to some excitingly grim finishers: an above waist vivisection, a kneeling decapitation or a grand height reduction by way of a sweeping kick… with a sword. Keep a quick dodge at the ready, and you’ll be lopping off legs in no time.

    For the most part, The Witcher is astonishingly beautiful and without doubt, one of the best looking games on the PS4. So good are the visuals that it feels a disservice to any more than lightly jog the streets of its largest city, Novigrad, for all the things you may miss. Unfortunately, such a detailed palette has it slightly outreach its technical grasp. Load times are lengthy (prepare to pop the jug on should you die) and frames do take a dive in the more detailed and intensive areas such as Crookback Bog. The game also suffers from a team adjusting to mucking about on consoles. The UI is cumbersome, and the inventory: a grid-based system with egregiously small type. It may work on PC, but all that squinting and rummaging can quickly become tiresome without a mouse.

    But, it’s an easy trade and The Witcher’s achievements far outweigh its missteps. The cast of characters is massive and always interesting. Individuals come pre-packaged with their own fears, loves, motivations and hatreds (you, mainly) and this affords a decent whack of nuance to side quests whilst aiding in the helix questing system – strands of adventures    … Expand
  88. Archulysses
    Jan 8, 2017
    9
    Story - As prologue, the game continues 6 months after the events of witcher 2 where the older and grizzlier Geralt got his memory back and is now on his path to track and locate his wife Yennefer. The story of this game is awesome and like the Dragon Age and Mass Effect series, follows the very awesome decision making that makes different branching points and consequences. You can makeStory - As prologue, the game continues 6 months after the events of witcher 2 where the older and grizzlier Geralt got his memory back and is now on his path to track and locate his wife Yennefer. The story of this game is awesome and like the Dragon Age and Mass Effect series, follows the very awesome decision making that makes different branching points and consequences. You can make decisions that might like kill another while it will save another, decisions that could make an impact later on in the game and many more. But what is the best thing in this game is that how sidequests are not that generic errand missions, almost every and each sidequests are relevant and affects the main story later on in the game. My favorite in the game are its contract missions, all are long, great boss battles and the various, unique and different ways our protagonist witcher will do to get the upper hand to defeat them. A great ending to a great series. A perfect 10/10 for me.

    Gameplay - As to this aspect, this game didnt really do that great, it did do good though, first is with regards tor the exploration...Its bad. The roads are usually narrow for your horse roach that usuaaly you get stuck at trees, rocks, etc and added the fact that when you whistle for Roach, he always comes out to the WORST places its so dumb, another thing is the quest line guide to missions are bad i dont recommend following them. As to the fighting, its decent in sword fight but I would have liked more customization since you are just stuck on swords. I understand why though. The cons regarding mainly the brawling or when you are fistfighting multiple enemies, the controls or options are bad and annoying when you cant use healing items and you are fighting in a small spaces. Swimming mechanics are subpar too, My biggest problem though is its bugs, there are instances when you cant dive in the water or when you are riding Roach and suddenly an invisible wall occurs which you cant pass but can pass when on foot and many more, However, this game though did showed the BEST Minigame in a game for me ever, GWENT...no need to explain why, i encourage you all to try this minigame asap. Overall, a good score of 8/10 will do.

    Graphics - First of all, i can really say that this is one of the prettiest environment i have seen in the RPG genre (Bloodborne and Dragon Age Inquisition are the only ones who can match it) it is detailed and i like how the weather changes from time to time. As to the characters though, the game has the most number of gorgeous and sexiest female characters ever. Everyone is pretty, had nice ass and **** whatsoever (esp the sorceresses) the guys are another story though since most are either too grizzled, old or generic except the main characters. Regarless, still a good game to look at and deserves a score of 9/10.

    Music - music wise, damn this is one of the best soundtracks and themes i have ever listened to. Battle theme is good, but my favorite in the in game piece is a song sung by Priscilla in game. Really soothing, I liked the theme also that plays while im just in my boat exploring the Skellige waters. Voice acting is also superb, though i didnt like how the voices of generic characters are reused so much in game. However with regards to the main characters and npcs are good overall, Geralts low voice, Yen's proud voice, ciri's feisty voice and so on. Though i didnt like the voice acting of Triss (she made her look like a good girl archetype which honestly if you played the previous games and read the books, it doesnt fit her character whatsoever) and the change with Dandelion's voice actor which is good but i would have preffered his former voice. Still a decent performance though. A score of 9/10.

    Total Average = 9

    My principle in reviewing games is nothing is perfect and nothing pure **** game and that there are no exceptions. Now, everyone keeps saying its a masterpiece or whatnot and i dont mind it. However, it is not a perfect game like what others keeps saying. It has a lot of bugs and issues that gets overlooked because of its strengths. Regardless though, I could say that it is one the best game i have played in the RPG genre which are in the levels of Dragon Age, Dark Souls/Bloodborne and the old and classic Final Fantasy games. A great epilogue to one of the best character of the witcher books and games. Kudos to the developers in putting real effort and time to make this great game.    … Expand
  89. silverXXwolf
    Apr 11, 2017
    9
    The Witcher 3 is an exceptionally well-crafted game, and a sure bet for any RPG fan. Projekt Red masterfully blends exciting quests and game-play with a vast, open-world that is ripe for exploration and saturated with content-rich experiences. The main quest is an ambitious adventure involving numerous characters through-out various regions, and the side-quests are equally engaging.The Witcher 3 is an exceptionally well-crafted game, and a sure bet for any RPG fan. Projekt Red masterfully blends exciting quests and game-play with a vast, open-world that is ripe for exploration and saturated with content-rich experiences. The main quest is an ambitious adventure involving numerous characters through-out various regions, and the side-quests are equally engaging.

    With that said, I've docked 1 point for the following reasons:

    - The swimming mechanics and close-quarters combat are clumsy and glitchy at times.
    - The main character has no personality, and speaks every word of dialogue in a painfully monotone voice.
    - You may be disappointed if you're looking for the endless thrills of a GTA-style sandbox. Once the story and various side-quests are completed, its replay value diminishes much quicker than higher-octane sandbox titles.

    Aside from that, I've had an absolute blast with this game. The Witcher 3 is a must-own powerhouse in the RPG realm.    … Expand
  90. likevin96
    Dec 28, 2016
    9
    True Score: 9.3

    Pros:
    - Incredible Story
    - Some of the best sidequests ever
    - Gwent is extremely fun
    - Meaningful choices

    Cons:
    - Equipment system is a bit silly since you will only end up using the Witcher Equipment
    - The way through which your ending is determined is obtuse
    - Combat is broken and one dimensional
  91. Caerleon
    Dec 18, 2018
    9
    I want to thank the development team. You gave unforgettable more than 150 hours of play. The first time I sat down to play in the evening, and when I came to my senses it was morning.

    Each character is real and spelled out perfectly. An honest open world where something happens all the time. Most excellent, what are the consequences of the second part affect the plot of the third. In    I want to thank the development team. You gave unforgettable more than 150 hours of play. The first time I sat down to play in the evening, and when I came to my senses it was morning.

    Each character is real and spelled out perfectly. An honest open world where something happens all the time. Most excellent, what are the consequences of the second part affect the plot of the third. In the game of "real" communication. No one says " Oh, great hero! We need your help." Geralt presses his charisma and communicates as he sees fit. A swear words only adorn the atmosphere of the game world.

    Interesting combat system together with a school of witchers will allow you to create a unique fighter.    … Expand
  92. DrDjango
    Sep 14, 2019
    9
    Amazing open world and fantastic characters and storys. The side quests are amazing. Great game with an fighting system which doesnt satisfy the rest of the game.
  93. darkfox12
    Apr 26, 2017
    9
    One of the best RPG games ever, the story is pretty interesting, and the gameplay is pretty fun, and the graphics are good, a lot of interesting places to see and monsters to kill, feels relaxing overall with that music. Well done cd projekt
  94. LZephaniah
    Dec 4, 2018
    9
    This is a great game. The depth and variety in the world and all the many side quests is extraordinary. It deserves the reputation it has.
    BUT... it's not 10/10. This is a flawed game. Obviously all games have flaws, but to my mind if you barely notice the flaws first time (because you're immersed, engaged or having too much fun) then such flaws are negligible; sadly that isn't true    This is a great game. The depth and variety in the world and all the many side quests is extraordinary. It deserves the reputation it has.
    BUT... it's not 10/10. This is a flawed game. Obviously all games have flaws, but to my mind if you barely notice the flaws first time (because you're immersed, engaged or having too much fun) then such flaws are negligible; sadly that isn't true of The Witcher.
    Some of the flaws are minor but frequent. Glitches are common. The inventory system is terrible. The UI for many game mechanics is counter-intuitive and never explained in-game. The combat is detailed but not that satisfying (for a game about being a master swordsman/fighter there really isn't enough impact to the combat).
    The biggest flaw here, however, is that this game really needs an editor. I love how much content there is, but often it feels padded. A lot of missions involve a cut scene, walking 50m, another cut scene, another brief bit of walking... There are times where it is effective and immersive to make the player do everything (like early on when preparing to meet [an important figure]), but often this stuttering approach to storytelling happens even at dramatic moments of the plot and it kills the pacing. (It doesn't help that cut scenes are often exposition heavy and delivered at length between 2 characters with a couple of fixed camera angles.) Side quests based around a single gag or interesting idea may turn out to take far longer than is interesting due to additional fetch quests, tracking missions and some generic fights. It all just needed a ruthless editor to keep pacing alive and side quests free from bloat.
    Compounding this editing problem is a subtle failing of game design: most games give thought to play sessions but the disrupted pacing means the end of a plot section can always be anywhere from 2 minutes to an hour away with no way to tell. And good open world games attempt to signal to the player whether a side quest is a brief diversion or a whole extra chapter. The Witcher doesn't: there's no way to tell from the beginning whether a side quest will be a 5 minute diversion or a 2 hour sequence of events. As I say: I love the amount of content and the variety on offer. But a bit of editing and game design could've stopped that content from becoming a deluge of tasks I've missed, forgotten about or am now overlevelled for.

    TL:DR great game, worth playing, pacing and game design problems slightly spoil the greatness of the open world and storytelling.    … Expand
  95. madscientist4
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    RPG lover here. I enjoy getting lost in fantasy worlds highlighted by good writing.

    A couple quick random things: If the atmosphere of a land at war containing all that comes from a brutal war bothers you then give this game some time before you drop it. I didn't like this at first but then after I gave it 5 or 6 hours I got used to it. Humor does show up now and then to give some    RPG lover here. I enjoy getting lost in fantasy worlds highlighted by good writing.

    A couple quick random things: If the atmosphere of a land at war containing all that comes from a brutal war bothers you then give this game some time before you drop it. I didn't like this at first but then after I gave it 5 or 6 hours I got used to it. Humor does show up now and then to give some relief. So hang in there and give this game a chance. Also if you are like me and don't care to get stressed out while gaming, you can set the difficulty level at any time. If normal becomes too hard you can change it to easy at any point in the game. I loved this for when I wanted to just chill and lose myself in the story.

    This game was amazing all the way from character presentation and design to the writing. The only reason it doesn't get a 10 is that some of the side quests get repetitive(go to X...follow trail using witcher senses to Y...etc). Also dialog options with key NPCs were limited. Games like Dragon Age Inquisition had a lot of dialog options with key NPCs and it helped to connect the players with the characters more. The Witcher 3 does not necessarily suffer from this, especially if you've played the previous games or read the books but for someone new to the series it may have helped to have some more dialog options to connect them more to the characters. In the game they portrayed Geralt, Ciri, Yennefer, and Triss very much like the books do. I recommend reading the books before or while playing this game as there are some story lines that you'll get that you wouldn't get if you hadn't read the books.

    Combat: honestly, I don't care. It's not my personal interest although some people are really into to it so from what I could tell on easy and normal settings it was fun. There are other reviews that'll go deeper into this for those interested.

    Crafting and inventory management were not as tedious as some games but complex enough to satisfy the CRPG fan in me.

    DLCs for the most part are free so make sure to download them. The Expansions such as Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine are not free but reasonably priced. I played through both and didn't find them as fun as the main story. If you are a huge Witcher fan you'll want to play them, if not I'd recommend doing a second play through the main game.

    This is one of the best RPGs I have ever played. It was fun to be Geralt of Rivia for the 60+ hours it took to finish the game. I recommend it to any RPG fan or anyone wanting to step into the genre(although it will give you unreasonably high expectations for every other game).    … Expand
  96. estradas
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    Like reading a novel. Complex game.

    8/10 gameplay
    8/10 graphics
    10/10 story
    10/10 environments
  97. elreydelmambo04
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Icreible game! One of the best games of the history. 20$ for tge witcher 3 and the expansions.amazing
  98. alex_gnatuyk
    Aug 30, 2017
    9
    Zaebis, сюжет просто бомба, ,но местами кривоватое управление. Анимированные фаталити и необязательное использование магии несомненно радуют. В целом 9,8/10
  99. Gotrek74
    Mar 29, 2020
    9
    Even 5 years after it's launch, The Witcher 3 stands high alongside other RPG's. The graphics give a great atmosphere to the world as do the characters via the voice acting and writing.

    Missions have quality too even if they do have the usual fetch/carry/kill/defend objective. They are given choices which never seem to be black or white in morality but shades of grey leaning to good or    Even 5 years after it's launch, The Witcher 3 stands high alongside other RPG's. The graphics give a great atmosphere to the world as do the characters via the voice acting and writing.

    Missions have quality too even if they do have the usual fetch/carry/kill/defend objective. They are given choices which never seem to be black or white in morality but shades of grey leaning to good or bad instead. There doesn't seem to be a right or wrong and even when it does seem that way, it rarely works out as you envision in the end.

    Combat is not unique but can be as simplistic as you like with just swords and dodging like a dog in a bath or complex with oils to assist your damage, potions to buff you or debuff enemies and spells to complement your meleé abilities.

    If you want to do and see everything you are looking at 100+ hours in the base game alone. A classic, not just RPG, but game which will be remembered for a long time to come.    … Expand
  100. brightfuture
    Oct 9, 2020
    9
    Great game! Why 9. Basically there are two things
    1. As an RPG, Witcher 2 is a better game, and I am not talking about mechanics or the graphic, but rather the story progression and choices.
    2. In the end, there were nothing mentioned about side characters like Roche, other witchers etc. What happened to them after? This one was a big disappointment for me. So 9, not 10.
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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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