The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

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  1. 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
  2. ZomBrefke
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    This is the most engrossing game I have played in a long time. The environments are so rich with detail that it feels like a real world and the characters feel the exact same way. Each character you meet will feel real and fleshed out. It doesn't matter how small the character is. The side quests are just as good as the main quests. Generally I find myself bored with side quests in gamesThis is the most engrossing game I have played in a long time. The environments are so rich with detail that it feels like a real world and the characters feel the exact same way. Each character you meet will feel real and fleshed out. It doesn't matter how small the character is. The side quests are just as good as the main quests. Generally I find myself bored with side quests in games because they feel like mundane fetch quests or have weak stories. In the Witcher 3 each side quest will make you feel invested in the story and give you something fun to do on the way. My fiance wants me to play this game all day so she can watch the amazing story unfold. The writing is good and only sometimes you'll find yourself off put by the dialogue. The choices you can make in the game feel like they have weight to them. The soundtrack is beautiful, scary, and just downright chilling. The music is seriously too good. The physical copy came with the soundtrack on disc and I love it. There is just too much to say about this game. It is a game that takes you to a new world. It makes you want to be there. You feel like Geralt, a monster hunting, mutated, sexy, cunning, bad ass mother ******.

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

    This game is a must buy. I am really picky about giving perfect scores, but this is a near perfect game. A+    … Expand
  3. AugustoSisti
    Jun 3, 2015
    5
    its not a great game. People its freaking out just because they dont have any games, them some games gets out they say its incredible. The witcher iii its a good game but just that. With no incredible things, game play, music, controls or batle system. Its nothin them a generic game of midle era. The game is too easy and take you by hand and leave you in the point you need to be. Its aits not a great game. People its freaking out just because they dont have any games, them some games gets out they say its incredible. The witcher iii its a good game but just that. With no incredible things, game play, music, controls or batle system. Its nothin them a generic game of midle era. The game is too easy and take you by hand and leave you in the point you need to be. Its a good game, but just that, like the others the Witchers.… Expand
  4. Acekidder
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    This is truly the first next gen RPG not just in the graphics department but in the world cd project red have created and the deep characters and adult situations you get tangled up in. honestly i very rarely feel the need to write a review but this game truly impressed me and i am still playing now (so many side quests) i could gush about the terrific atmospheric music or the beautifulThis is truly the first next gen RPG not just in the graphics department but in the world cd project red have created and the deep characters and adult situations you get tangled up in. honestly i very rarely feel the need to write a review but this game truly impressed me and i am still playing now (so many side quests) i could gush about the terrific atmospheric music or the beautiful weather system and day to night cycle but in the end its all about the gameplay and story that cd project have nailed. I have to say never before have i felt my choices have had meaning and true consequence far more then say....mass effect series. the witcher has really grown up with this growing maturing studio i just hope it isnt as rumoured the last in the series.

    Despite all the excellent on offer a couple of things could stand to improve, the inventory system can be a little messy and quest items can sometime be lost in a sea of useless rubbish especially when it comes to the treasure and armour scavenger hunts.

    In summary the game is a true masterpiece and even the minor inventory niggles cannot detract from what is truly the bench mark for all rpg's to follow.    … Expand
  5. redblue87
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    Truly genius game, Leaves Skyrim behind and that's really big. Splendid graphics, solid story, attention to details, good control of character, and a huge world only for you to discover. Really must play. Love this game, love even playing Gwent, I really want this as a board game! Good work Warner Bros!!
  6. EscapetoGame
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    Arguably the finest role playing-game ever made.
    The story is amazing, even the sidequests are intriguing on their own. The gameplay is endlessly fun and rewarding, the combat deeply satisfying and responsive.
    The world you find yourself in is stunningly beautiful and vibrant with wildlife, weather and the daily struggles of humanoids. And just to add some icing sugar to the cake, the    Arguably the finest role playing-game ever made.
    The story is amazing, even the sidequests are intriguing on their own. The gameplay is endlessly fun and rewarding, the combat deeply satisfying and responsive.
    The world you find yourself in is stunningly beautiful and vibrant with wildlife, weather and the daily struggles of humanoids. And just to add some icing sugar to the cake, the sound score is brilliantly executed and sets the mood moment by moment.

    Just like a captivating novel that becomes harder and harder to put down, that is how I would describe the experience of this titan amongst giants...and for that it warrants a perfect score.    … Expand
  7. LittleHastur
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    I have known Gerald of Rivia when the first book of Andrzej Sapkowski appeared on the European market and since then I never stop reading the Witcher's adventures.
    Today I'm proud to say that Mr. Geralt is also became one of the best video games ever created: where the secondary quests are as beautiful as the main ones, where characters are credible and well written, where the story of    I have known Gerald of Rivia when the first book of Andrzej Sapkowski appeared on the European market and since then I never stop reading the Witcher's adventures.
    Today I'm proud to say that Mr. Geralt is also became one of the best video games ever created: where the secondary quests are as beautiful as the main ones, where characters are credible and well written, where the story of the books meet the narrative plot of the video game in a perfect way and where the story is fascinating and absolutely Epic.
    Bloodborne, Dragn Age: Inquisition and others recently acclaimed RPG titles don't stand a chance against this CD Projekt RED's masterpiece....    … Expand
  8. jdd72481
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Amazing. The world and exploration is a cross between Skyrim and Red Dead Redemption. The horse in this game is actually useful unlike other RPG's. The combat is a mixture between Bloodborne (defensively) and Batman (offensively - some button smashing). The witcher contracts are a blast. The combat is much more enjoyable than Bethesda games.

    The only thing I feel is missing is    Amazing. The world and exploration is a cross between Skyrim and Red Dead Redemption. The horse in this game is actually useful unlike other RPG's. The combat is a mixture between Bloodborne (defensively) and Batman (offensively - some button smashing). The witcher contracts are a blast. The combat is much more enjoyable than Bethesda games.

    The only thing I feel is missing is joining factions, groups, fighter's guildetc. However, The Witcher makes up for this and any other shortcomings (occasional frame rate issues, bugs) with its amazing story and smooth and fluid gameplay. Also, the Gwent card game is addicting.

    I absolutely love running through Novigrad. My main criticism, as partially described above, is that I do not feel as close to or a part of the NPC's. Don't get me wrong, the character design is astonishing and you grow to like the characters. I guess the fact that The Witcher is more of an independent protagonist trying to find lost loved ones rather than trying to save the world separates Geralt from the world surrounding him.

    Something else I love about this game are the boss fights and the enemy design. It goes right up there with Dragon's Dogma.

    This is one of the best RPG I've ever played. Definitely rivals Skyrim, FFVII, and Phantasy Star IV.    … Expand
  9. amuro
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    One of my games! witcher3 Amazing character creation. Nicely designed quests
    Very rich bestiary. World map is very big and full of content. Almost no loading screens!
  10. 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
  11. ravenheart42
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    This game is a true gem, there's a lot of good reasons we're all so happy with this fresh and in depth game, I have had no problems with it so far, and play at night till I can barely keep my eyes open, it's been a while since I've played a game that has me doing that, and the awesome gifts I got with my copy, a cool poster, the soundtrack, and wolf head stickers , plus some cool codes,This game is a true gem, there's a lot of good reasons we're all so happy with this fresh and in depth game, I have had no problems with it so far, and play at night till I can barely keep my eyes open, it's been a while since I've played a game that has me doing that, and the awesome gifts I got with my copy, a cool poster, the soundtrack, and wolf head stickers , plus some cool codes, and one thing really stood out as well, a thank you card with the game, that surprised me, plus a detailed map, the game is amazing, I have the PS4 version, and it is already one of my favorite games, if you own a PS4, you should get this very powerful title to add to your library… Expand
  12. Sarovak
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Best game ever, really. Never been this immersed in a game since...the Baldur's gate series when I was a kid. The graphics, the story, the gameplay...THE SIDEQUESTS! man... Seriously, stop reading, just buy it. If you haven't played the last two ones, no worries, you'll get the grasp of it after a few hours.

    I've played it for 70 hours so far, and I can't put it away. Help me...
  13. jmasquerade
    Jun 2, 2015
    2
    I have to say that a next-gen game is 1080p and 60 fps. This game has a choppy 20-30 fps that makes it completely unplayable to anyone wanting next-gen gaming. Yes, huge open worlds and fine details are great, with the amazing story-line and the depth to choose your own fate are all on par to an astounding game... but at what cost? If the game is not running smoothly, if the game is notI have to say that a next-gen game is 1080p and 60 fps. This game has a choppy 20-30 fps that makes it completely unplayable to anyone wanting next-gen gaming. Yes, huge open worlds and fine details are great, with the amazing story-line and the depth to choose your own fate are all on par to an astounding game... but at what cost? If the game is not running smoothly, if the game is not next-gen material, it doesn't deserve a good score. The game looks amazing if you're not moving and just admiring the scenery, but that's not how a game is played, and imo, it's unplayable at this frame rate and that's why it only has a 2. If you don't mind the frame rate and/or can't notice a difference then I'm sure any RPG fan would be in love with this game.… Expand
  14. JamesBond000
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    Truly amazing game... i think i have 7 days worth of gameplay now and i am only level 18 LOL truly a awesome game and as you can see aside from the weird reviews by the weirdos with no sound evidence to the claims they speak. This game is like near perfect hence its average of 92ish ^.^ Get it New get it used borrow it from a friend and never return it etc just play this game! You wontTruly amazing game... i think i have 7 days worth of gameplay now and i am only level 18 LOL truly a awesome game and as you can see aside from the weird reviews by the weirdos with no sound evidence to the claims they speak. This game is like near perfect hence its average of 92ish ^.^ Get it New get it used borrow it from a friend and never return it etc just play this game! You wont regret it! *unless your a weirdo who does not play Action RPGs lol… Expand
  15. Big_Bear
    Jun 2, 2015
    8
    A very, very good RPG that for me places better than DA Inquisition but is not a Skyrim beater.

    As usual there are a host of ludicrous reviews by people who are not gamers and are too stupid to understand a 0-10 scoring system; like do they realise a 0/10 would be a game that did not even load up? A particularly pathetic 'review' comes from hb1209, read if you want a laugh. Good -    A very, very good RPG that for me places better than DA Inquisition but is not a Skyrim beater.

    As usual there are a host of ludicrous reviews by people who are not gamers and are too stupid to understand a 0-10 scoring system; like do they realise a 0/10 would be a game that did not even load up? A particularly pathetic 'review' comes from hb1209, read if you want a laugh.

    Good - Beautiful and huge game world, unlike games like Red Dead or GTAV there is plenty to do in it as well. The story is excellent and even without playing previous Witcher games will keep you hooked. The voice acting is also superb compared to most other games and is up there in quality with the likes of Mass Effect series. Finally, finally you are now able to customize Geralt a bit. Gameplay is good enough to facilitate your journey through the game.

    Bad - Levelled armor; in any game ever made, is just annoying, games should follow Skyrim and Souls and just let players wear anything, it just works better. Also, no RPG should have armor that is unobtainable; once again, much like FF games, the antagonists wear cooler armor than can ever be obtained by the player, a crazy design decision by the devs. The reason I lasted an hour on the Witcher 2 was because I couldn't customize the player character; now I can which is a huge plus but it would be better if players had the option of designing their own character from scratch.

    Verdict - If you enjoy the games I have mentioned, Skyrim and Dragon Age especially, you will enjoy this game also. The lack of character creation takes away from the RPG element but doesn't ruin the game. 8/10.    … Expand
  16. dante_mcry
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    Одна из лучших рпг в истории, но ужасно испоганенная польским подходом выпускать сырой продукт и лишь через год делать его играбельным. Ну, и за низкий фпс в пс4-версии так же чуть снизил оценку
  17. rodericrinehart
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    SCORE: 99/100

    The hype was worth it, and more. A morally grey world with the best quests ever made in a game. It is officially the best video game I have ever played in my life. It will stick with me forever. The best story I've ever seen in a game and it rivals even Lord of the Rings for books and movies. It has amazing graphics, and continues to impress as you crank it to 1600p and    SCORE: 99/100

    The hype was worth it, and more. A morally grey world with the best quests ever made in a game. It is officially the best video game I have ever played in my life. It will stick with me forever.

    The best story I've ever seen in a game and it rivals even Lord of the Rings for books and movies. It has amazing graphics, and continues to impress as you crank it to 1600p and ultra everything.

    The most innovative and intriguing thing about the game is that decisions you make matter (without a simple good/evil bar), and often you will not know the extent of your decisions for hours or even tens of hours (none of this "so and so will remember that" from Telltale games and none of the simple and obvious good/bad choices of almost every other game ever.

    It also has fantastic setting and lore, which pays lots of fan service to Witcher 2 fans (like me) but is absolutely accessible to people who never played either other game (like my wife). Finally, it is just plain ridiculously fun and never got old even after 135 hours.

    Yes, it is a bit clunky to control (but only out of combat), the swimming is atrociously bad, the inventory cannot be sorted, and some other minor issues as well. But when you absolutely nail every other part of your game, it just doesn't matter.    … Expand
  18. michaelwallace
    Jun 1, 2015
    8
    I've got to say, the game really grows on you. I'm now 20 hours in and enjoying it more and more. It's gone from a 7.5 to an 8.5. Possibly closing in on a 9 if it keeps going this way.
  19. SeanGamerDays
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    The game was looking alot more solid that the previous ones. Doing the story is less my concern, because the free-roaming scale looking area makes you wanna go anywhere you wanted to be...

    It's obvious that Wild Hunt will be delivering something that it's been expected, and it's impressed me alot...
  20. upol94
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    This game is the best thing happened in the gaming history of a gamer specially rpg gamer. You have choices, consequences and open world. Yes, the might have little bugs here and there, but given the size of the games with the same price as destiny or evolve, you would not get any better deal than Witcher 3.
  21. cip224
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    i have a lot of fun 14 day and i cant stop playing ....fight is good graphics is nice ...... if you have time to play this game is for you ... i love rpg the withcher is one of the best game i play ..... elo:)
  22. sufka28
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    I will definitely say that this game is by far more in depth than the Elder Scrolls. overall gameplay is pretty good, some of the games mechanics could use a little work, but overall I think it runs pretty smoothly. starting with the pros, the game is very in depth and the story grips you from the start,just the amount of things there is to do in the game compares to what you can do andI will definitely say that this game is by far more in depth than the Elder Scrolls. overall gameplay is pretty good, some of the games mechanics could use a little work, but overall I think it runs pretty smoothly. starting with the pros, the game is very in depth and the story grips you from the start,just the amount of things there is to do in the game compares to what you can do and games like the Elder Scrolls, and Dragon Age put together. each character in this game is very unique in their own way, combat system is very good. I will even go as far to say this is the best RPG I have ever played in quite a long time, cons about the game,some of the game mechanics could use a little work such is the way your character is able to move around, game mechanics could also use a little work in the way you are able to maneuver your horse. replay value on this game would definitely get a nine and a half because of how many times you can make the story end after you beat the game differently. so to sum up what I think of this game, if demons souls in fable had a baby, it would have been the Elder Scrolls, now if the Elder Scrolls and Dragon Age had a baby, it would definitely be the Witcher 3, that is how good this game ends, I highly recommend picking this game up, and enjoy.… Expand
  23. bugalugz
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    Okay were do i start hmm well 1st of all i loved skyrim and playing the witcher make the skyrim look small for sheer depth and veriety i never played a witcher before until it was released on ps4 but i really love it,it does have some small flaws nothing that gets in the way of this class game all i can is if u like western rpgs games u have to play this its that good .FANTASIC.
  24. SuperkenGaming
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt
    Beautiful, but broken.
    The Witcher 3 starts out perfect You’re introduced to a massive would where massive creatures roam and make their claims on territories. There’s a sense of fear and challenge in this aspect alone. As you travel the land of white orchard you hear people call out for help and you stop to speak with them and help them with their problems for    The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt
    Beautiful, but broken.
    The Witcher 3 starts out perfect
    You’re introduced to a massive would where massive creatures roam and make their claims on territories.
    There’s a sense of fear and challenge in this aspect alone.
    As you travel the land of white orchard you hear people call out for help and you stop to speak with them and help them with their problems for some coin.
    Even the tiniest thing such as helping an old woman get her frying pan back feels immersive and draws you into the world.
    This is where you’re introduced to the idea of oils and potions, finding enemies weaknesses, using your witcher senses to find clue about what youre about to face, and preparing for fights, something that comes in handy for harder difficulties.
    I feel like this was the vision.
    White Orchard would be what the witcher 3 was all about, and then the game kinda just falls apart and its vision fades.
    The witcher tells a beautiful story of urgency, and for that reason alone, the side quests and question marks that clutter the map in velen and other locations make no sense to exist in the context of the games story.
    Geralt needs to get to the bottom of what happened, why would he waste his time with the problems of randoms and destroying monster nests.
    There are some great side quests that actually tie in to the story, and they are beautiful and fun quests but the ones there just to attempt and make the world feel alive ultimately feel like pointless grinding.
    Many times I found myself just skipping through the cut scenes of these quests.
    This could have been fixed with incentive more than coin, such as weapons and armors like treasure hunts offer.
    The witcher contracts should have been mandatory obstacles in your way of story progression.
    These type of things make sense in a Skyrim type game where you write your own story, but in the witcher 3, the story is already established... you aren’t an adventurer.
    You’re a rescuer.
    But as a rescuer there is tons to do to level up so you can take on the challenges that await you.
    Again contracts and sidequests could have used this idea for benefit, making them feel like training instead of just a job.
    You can set out in the world to clear up abandoned sites to repopulate them, you can go out to take down beasts terrorizing territories or just go out and fight random creatures blocking your way to a new undiscovered location.
    And the combat is satisfying, so fighting enemies never feels like a drag.
    You can block, parry, roll, dodge, heavy attack, fast attack, shoot at them with arrows, use any of the magic signs to shoot fire from your fingers, use a protective spell, magic traps, knock enemies back, control their minds, so much opportunity and combos that can be played with.
    And while defeating creatures doesn’t grant much xp, they are still worth the fight as enemies drop items for upgrades, crafting, and alchemy.
    The crafting in this game really is some of the best I’ve seen.
    You can dismantle objects for items you need to craft base items for main items, it may feel overwhelming at first, but once you really dive in, it’s clever and worthwhile to figure out.
    You can purchase items from shops and alchemists or you can explore the beautiful world that The Witcher 3 offers.
    When you do level up, you can use the skill points in a vast skill tree and choose the perks you want to use, with up to 12 free slots for these perks. This skill tree can be wrapped around your personal play style or the style you need to take down a specific enemy as there are potions to reset your perks so you can respend them.
    I’m a very aggressive player so I for the most part focused on combat skills rather than alchemy or magic.
    There are also races you can do, but your horse annoyingly gets caught up on nothing and will randomly just stop which can lead to frustration.
    And now my favorite part of the game. Gwent.
    Gwent is a mini game within the game and im not ashamed to say that I liked gwent more than witcher 3 itself.
    Gwent is a very addictive game with massive marketing potential, so get to making the app CD Projekt red.
    Now for the bad,
    for starters leveling up in the witcher 3 is a complete drag, not only does it feel unsatisfying to slay hordes of creatures, the games design actually discourages it.
    If you dare level grind like you’re supposed to in an rpg rather than stick to the main story, you’re punished for it by earning 0xp if you’re 6 levels or more above the suggested level for that mission.
    Not only does it discourage you from going on your own wild hunt, but it makes you look at side quests and blow them off, why waste your time and effort?
    The game also has many stability issues
    I lost count of the game crashes at 10, this was only in my first few days of playing the game, with and without game patches.
    The Witcher 3 makes the mistake of not constantly saving when you stumble on new locations or accomplish something tiny like a gwent win, causing you to have to re-do 10-30 minutes if the game crashes, gwent cards being random for wins adds salt to the wounds, as if the game crashes after a win, you’ll more than likely not get that card again that you were so excited to win.
    I also ran into head floating glitches that really just destroyed the world and its immersion, and there was absolutely no polish or attention to detail put into cut scenes where it should be most.
    Sure I expect items to ghost through objects in game, but in cut scene, it’s unacceptable.
    Not only are there game crashing bugs in this massive open world, but there are missables which is complete bs.
    Making a 200 hour long game and putting content in there such as side quests and collectibles and making them missable if you don’t drop the world to do them now is massively disrespectful to players and their time.
    At the very least put asterisk around missable quests so we know to prioritize them, so we don’t get lost in your story, heaven forbid…and have to replay a 200 hour game again to see content we feel robbed of, or better yet don’t make them missable at all, which leads me to achievements and more bs.
    The witcher 3 is all about choices, that being said it’s shady as heck to put in achievements that force you to make certain decisions, really lessoning the games experience having to try to spin a web around a mid-game ding.
    I know you don’t have to trophy hunt, , but that isn’t an excuse to disrespect a players experience by forcing those that do trophy hunt to play by your rules… that contradicts the entire premise of the witcher 3 as a game.
    While I was massively impressed by my first 10 hours of the witcher 3, there are too many flaws in game design for me to overlook.
    But that doesn’t take away from the fact that this is a gorgeous and intensely immerse game with thought provoking story telling, over 30 different endings you can get and hundreds of hours of content.
    For what it is.
    Action RPG – 9/10 Overall 9/10    … Expand
  25. 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
  26. pablo2008jedi
    Jun 1, 2015
    8
    I was disappointed wit DA:I and needed a really good RPG to play on the PS4 and I have to say this is fantastic! The Deep story telling and the fact that the side quests are well voice acted and enjoyable to do is truly exceptional. Combat in the game is fluid and you need to employ different tactics to beat some bosses, it certainly isn't a button mashing game to get you through.

    There    I was disappointed wit DA:I and needed a really good RPG to play on the PS4 and I have to say this is fantastic! The Deep story telling and the fact that the side quests are well voice acted and enjoyable to do is truly exceptional. Combat in the game is fluid and you need to employ different tactics to beat some bosses, it certainly isn't a button mashing game to get you through.

    There are some performance issues, frames do drop below 30fps. There is some pop-in on textures but it hasn't spoilt my experience. Hopefully in a few patches these will get ironed out.

    I recommend this game to any RPG fan out there, I've never played the Witcher series before and you don't need to know how the previous 2 games went, but IGNs 5 min preview video was a good base.    … Expand
  27. StrongHarm
    May 31, 2015
    10
    Anyone who says that W3 doesn't run well on their system is high. I'm using a 2600CPU and a 570VidCard and I get 60+FPS on Ultra settings (minus hair). The story line is superb, the graphics are cinema quality, and the combat system and immersion are top notch. This game really sets a new standard. I'm having a blast with it and I don't have a single complaint.
  28. 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.
  29. worldcitizen19
    May 31, 2015
    1
    I bought this for myself as a birthday present. Thought I couldn't go wrong with all the hype. Turns out I'm severely disappointed. Firs,t controls are a sham. Next graphics are average nothing near the hype. DA Inquisition graphics/gameplay were far superior. Characters seem unnatural as if jerky. Fighting is terrible. A complete waste of good money. The hype that this is better thanI bought this for myself as a birthday present. Thought I couldn't go wrong with all the hype. Turns out I'm severely disappointed. Firs,t controls are a sham. Next graphics are average nothing near the hype. DA Inquisition graphics/gameplay were far superior. Characters seem unnatural as if jerky. Fighting is terrible. A complete waste of good money. The hype that this is better than Skyrim is rubbish & utter nonsense. Skyrim kills this game easily. Too linear and scripted. I thought this was next generation goodness. Again wrong. Very sorry I bought it. Don't listen to the hype. Menus ugh!!! Can't read the fonts on my 50" TV. Terrible programming.… Expand
  30. 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
  31. BetterCallSaul8
    May 31, 2015
    10
    This game so far has blown me away with excellent storytelling and characters. The only game that I have played where the sidequests have really meaning and weave in and out of the main story. The whole world feels alive as well, my only gripes are some of the technical foibles, including framerate drops and occasional glitches. Either 9.75 or 10 from me.
  32. Moki
    May 31, 2015
    6
    It was a good game, good concept with which they made a lot of interesting choices. Some of those choices were good and some not so. I had the PC version and while my PC is not high end it is pretty decent, certainly more than what was required to run. Unfortunately I had to run the game on very low settings with virtually every feature turned off and still had frame rates that oftenIt was a good game, good concept with which they made a lot of interesting choices. Some of those choices were good and some not so. I had the PC version and while my PC is not high end it is pretty decent, certainly more than what was required to run. Unfortunately I had to run the game on very low settings with virtually every feature turned off and still had frame rates that often dipped below 10. Is this the fault of the developers to make something so demanding or me for not having the latest high end computer; errr no, just choices they made. Still some optimization would have been nice.

    I was not a fan of constant cut scenes, but that was a concept choice. I did not like that there were virtually no quests/contracts that were straight forward. Every single quest could not be completed because to do this quest you needed "A", but the person who had "A" would only give it to if you did something for them. To do that for that person you needed to do something else for someone else. Every single time, again and again and again and again and again and again. I am quite certain there is not a single npc that can use the toilet unassisted. How are they even alive when I suspect they need help breathing. There are a significant number of issues with quests which make them impossible to finish; which increases frustration with the quest issues. Ever had to give up your weapons and all of your abilities just to enter some area where you know you will have to fight enemies, well in this game you will. Trivial quests can take hours. Sometimes getting a lot of bread is just that, it is not an epic quest that takes days to complete, there has to some events that are not epic.

    This game is epic but it is rather like building the Sistine chapel and forgetting to put doors on it. Just because you build something that is so great you still need to get little things right. After playing this game for over 110 hours there are still many quests I did not start, partly because I was simply tired of the endless Brobdingnagian quests. It was a relief to finally finish this game. Furthermore, I find I have absolutely no desire to replay this game. The choices you make in the development of Geralt have little to no effect on how the game plays out, so why would I start over, it will just be the same.

    I found the class, Witcher, was trivial. Anyone who used any weapon could have done as well, possibly better since it's often impossible to use anything but weapons in combat as witcher abilities are easily disrupted. Mages have significantly more power and the witcher comes across as a fighter/flunky. This game is optimized for consoles. As such, I found the controls for the PC clunky at best, menus are a labyrinth to navigate. There are choices of what you will say in conversations but often not what you intended in terms of results.

    This game is huge in scope, very detailed in design. The story has interesting moments but they are often overshadowed by trivial quests.There are however issues with many quests. There is little to no optimization so expect brutal frame rates that make the game choppy and unpleasant. Menus are frustrating and overly complex. Watching Geralt do some ridiculous spinning pirouette again and again makes you realize this is a really slow attack, shouldn't sword attacks be fast and precise. "Can't you just stick him with the damn sword". It's like a 6 year old's idea of what sword fighting is. I realize that there are fan boys who will love this game unconditionally regardless of its issues. This game is superficially pretty but the underlying game mechanics are flawed, clunky and frustrating. Yes after 4 hours I can imagine many people think this is a perfect game, play for 100 hours then write a review, your opinion will likely change.    … Expand
  33. Beire1983
    May 31, 2015
    10
    No time for an in depth review...... Got to keep playing this game. If you don't own this game yet, stop reading and go buy it. You will not regret it. There is no better game in ti's genre atm.
  34. zetapanic
    May 30, 2015
    10
    Played game for 120+ hours and yet so much more to explore. Graphics are great, art is greater, storytelling second to none.

    Also, action is so challenging too. I've never seen this great action in any other storytelling-based RPG. Some people compare the Witcher 3's action with other action RPGs like Dark Souls, but they should be aware of the fact that the Witcher 3 is a story-driven    Played game for 120+ hours and yet so much more to explore. Graphics are great, art is greater, storytelling second to none.

    Also, action is so challenging too. I've never seen this great action in any other storytelling-based RPG. Some people compare the Witcher 3's action with other action RPGs like Dark Souls, but they should be aware of the fact that the Witcher 3 is a story-driven RPG.

    Just play it for yourself, and learn why this game is a masterpiece.    … Expand
  35. liaoshoubin
    May 30, 2015
    10
    It's a very good game!It's very funny.
    Never have I come across an action RPG that tells a better story than the one CDPR has brought before us. The lore, the world and the characters are just incredible. The details are astounding and you can tell the developers have poured their very souls into this adventure.
  36. MossyPoncho
    May 30, 2015
    10
    This game is truly one for the ages. It's story it done very well with only a few boring missions. All the characters are great and you never want to leave this world. Must Buy!!!!!!!!!
  37. Vynewind
    May 30, 2015
    10
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
    Best. Game. Ever. Made
  38. teler
    May 30, 2015
    10
    This is a rare game, one that seamlessly blends an amazing story with incredible gameplay. Probably the closest thing to a perfect game I have ever played.
  39. Rivaldo84
    May 30, 2015
    10
    What a beautiful game,massive open world to explore with different creatures,gorgeous graphics,sound,gameplay,story, has everything,took me over 180 hours(i've searched all the map),one of the best rpg from all time
  40. sc12
    May 30, 2015
    10
    First of all. This is not only best RGP game but BEST GAME EVER. I am not a big fan of games. I play time to time in big titles and fifa every year. But this Witcher game completely took my breath away. The world is amazing, the plot and stories are amazing and you want to play each one of them, even smaller side quests. When i played other games like Assasin for example i was mostlyFirst of all. This is not only best RGP game but BEST GAME EVER. I am not a big fan of games. I play time to time in big titles and fifa every year. But this Witcher game completely took my breath away. The world is amazing, the plot and stories are amazing and you want to play each one of them, even smaller side quests. When i played other games like Assasin for example i was mostly playing main plot without trying to do every single side quest. Here its diffrent. I dont want to play main plot to extend the game as much as possible and get my witcher better weapons Because without it you also stand no chance with better creatures. All of the creatures are diffrent, wich makes to fight with each one of them other way and you have to use your special signs or alchemy to gain boost in your weapons. I would never believe a game would get me so much into it. The best opinion on it is that my fiancee who in her life played only candy crash on her iphone wants to play it too ar ot least watch main stories, thats how she is into it after watching just the beginning of the gameplay. 10/10 is not enough, this game is so big that if you play with side quests etc(wich yuo really want to do) i will take quite long time to finish. And then you will have also expansion packs wich doesnt cost a lot and adds as much into the game as other companies pull out a new game on market with 2.5x bigger price. CD Projekt is amazing company and i am sure they will bring much more also with Cyberpunk game in 2016. Honesty i can rate it way above GTA V or any other game in the history of gaming.… Expand
  41. pt122781
    May 30, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. Graphics are incredible especially on a 4k TV, unreal soundtrack, some of the best music in a game I've heard since Arkham City or Red Dead. The combat keeps it carried along with your magic skills and how the upgrading can work towards those skills was well thought out. The only issue I have is inventory control and how it's hard to find ingredients neededThis game is absolutely amazing. Graphics are incredible especially on a 4k TV, unreal soundtrack, some of the best music in a game I've heard since Arkham City or Red Dead. The combat keeps it carried along with your magic skills and how the upgrading can work towards those skills was well thought out. The only issue I have is inventory control and how it's hard to find ingredients needed for making certain potions, along with armor upgrading and crafting, those systems I'm still scratching my head at. But otherwise every mission and side mission is engaging and never repetitive. CD Project Red is now up there with my top 10 favorite developers. Well done guys!… Expand
  42. GrandScale
    May 30, 2015
    7
    Yes, the world is huge. Yes, the writing is excellent. But its shortcomings are too significant for me to thoroughly enjoy this game. First, there's the controls. It's too unresponsive making combat a clunky, unsatisfying experience. Then, there are the dialog options, which most of the time are too vague turning a lot of the decision makings a guessing game. And then, there's the loadingYes, the world is huge. Yes, the writing is excellent. But its shortcomings are too significant for me to thoroughly enjoy this game. First, there's the controls. It's too unresponsive making combat a clunky, unsatisfying experience. Then, there are the dialog options, which most of the time are too vague turning a lot of the decision makings a guessing game. And then, there's the loading time. It take 1:30 minutes to load the game after a game over. Unexceptable.

    Ultimately, I'm having fun with this game, despite several flaws. It's just not a perfect experience SO MANY POEPLE claim it is.    … Expand
  43. lion8797
    May 29, 2015
    10
    I absolutely love how this Game develops, wow never had so much fun since Skyrim. Great Story and the tactical combat with signs is extremely fun and exciting. LISTEN: THIS GAME IS GREAT. some people give negative ridiculously low scores to keep the cumulative score low. Like a zero because they did not feel it was Awesome like the rest of us. Developers and Programmers from otherI absolutely love how this Game develops, wow never had so much fun since Skyrim. Great Story and the tactical combat with signs is extremely fun and exciting. LISTEN: THIS GAME IS GREAT. some people give negative ridiculously low scores to keep the cumulative score low. Like a zero because they did not feel it was Awesome like the rest of us. Developers and Programmers from other companies don't hate. They did it Better!… Expand
  44. Jambobbyb
    May 29, 2015
    10
    I very rarely change my mind on a game, I wrote a review complaining about it earlier and then played if for another few hours and I have to say i was wrong this title is awesome! 10-10!
  45. AbominationV
    May 29, 2015
    10
    Simply put, this game is amazing from the voice acting, amazing characters, beautiful sites down to the combat system it's extremely hard to spot things this game has done wrong, as a matter of fact the only gripe I have with it is the frame drops that happen very rarely but can be an annoyance, non the less this is easily my Game of The Year so far and is a definite must buy in my honestSimply put, this game is amazing from the voice acting, amazing characters, beautiful sites down to the combat system it's extremely hard to spot things this game has done wrong, as a matter of fact the only gripe I have with it is the frame drops that happen very rarely but can be an annoyance, non the less this is easily my Game of The Year so far and is a definite must buy in my honest opinion.

    10/10    … Expand
  46. Ostrypwns
    May 29, 2015
    10
    Having completed this game earlier today I must admit it's one of the best games i've ever played. If the two previous Witcher games had a child with TESV: Skyrim's open world it would be their perfect child. The world is beautiful and overflowing with things to do, character writing and voice acting are both really high level, combat feels slightly more coarse than that in Witcher 2Having completed this game earlier today I must admit it's one of the best games i've ever played. If the two previous Witcher games had a child with TESV: Skyrim's open world it would be their perfect child. The world is beautiful and overflowing with things to do, character writing and voice acting are both really high level, combat feels slightly more coarse than that in Witcher 2 (which was ultra fluent and imo the best among the rpgs) but only slightly, which still puts it among top combat systems in rpgs. The only thing that could use some work is definitely the UI - although it gets the job done it doesn't deserve a standing ovation. Took me nearly 100 hours to get through most of the world and most of the side quests on normal difficulty. A must have for those who crave the ultimate rpg experience on PS4.

    I'm getting out of here to start a new game and explore alternative choices and hunt those trophies;)    … Expand
  47. Nutrition_Facts
    May 29, 2015
    6
    TW3 is only an OKAY game. It is a big world with your basic side-quests, main quests, collectibles, lore, glossary of the world, and population of beings. Still, a game that I enjoy playing, only if I'm in the mood. Graphics are beautiful, except some drops in frame-rate, but it isn't that bad. Cut-scenes are a bit choppy but still enjoyable. Dialogue is poor in my opinion. They sound andTW3 is only an OKAY game. It is a big world with your basic side-quests, main quests, collectibles, lore, glossary of the world, and population of beings. Still, a game that I enjoy playing, only if I'm in the mood. Graphics are beautiful, except some drops in frame-rate, but it isn't that bad. Cut-scenes are a bit choppy but still enjoyable. Dialogue is poor in my opinion. They sound and act like robots! Combat reminds me of Shadow Of Mordor, but not as enjoyable. Gameplay is OKAY, with clunky yet still playable controls. Story is okay so far, I'm not bored of it, with at least 5 hours in. An okay game, but could be better.… Expand
  48. 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
  49. Nataraja
    May 29, 2015
    9
    TL:DNR: In short, CD Projekt Red has crafted one of the finest RPGs ever made. This is a classic and surpasses its predecessors in almost every way. Incredible graphics, fantastic sound, remarkable soundtrack and great story telling. The AI, however, can be easily exploited in sections and some side quests and even main quest have some real issues. Looting is frustrating until you getTL:DNR: In short, CD Projekt Red has crafted one of the finest RPGs ever made. This is a classic and surpasses its predecessors in almost every way. Incredible graphics, fantastic sound, remarkable soundtrack and great story telling. The AI, however, can be easily exploited in sections and some side quests and even main quest have some real issues. Looting is frustrating until you get used to the incredibly narrow loot range and direction - was done to allow for looting in combat but it also makes looting a chore when not in combat. There are some glaring clipping issues and sound overlay problems but that is to be expected in a game that provides well over 100 hours of game play. Combat difficulty is extremely varied and its easy to out level the main quest content if you do a significant number of side quests so be cautious if you enjoy a challenge.

    I recommend this game highly to anyone that enjoys RPGs, despite some of the nagging minor issues. This is a game that will stay with you for a long time and is a fitting closure to Geralt of Rivia's tale.

    GRAPHICS: The graphics are spectacular but demanding on the PC. You do need to have a substantial rig to fully enjoy the graphical fidelity. On console the graphics are well executed and meet the "next gen" standard.

    SOUND: Really well done ambient, combat and location sound effects that create a very compelling atmosphere. However there are some sound bugs where certain effects will linger and over power dialogue which is annoying and immersion breaking.

    SOUNDTRACK: The soundtrack is phenomenal and very fitting to the setting, well implemented and strikes a chord at the right moments with excellent fading and transition some exceptions where, like the ambient sound effects, the music is overly loud and will interfere with dialogue delivery.

    VOICE ACTING: Superb voice acting, with good dialogue and consistently well delivered lines. The NPC dialogues in areas could use a bit more variety perhaps as it can become monotonous and even irritating to hear certain dialogues over and over.

    STORY: Excellent stories and very compelling, rich character development using multiple story telling devices including cut scenes, descriptions, items and game play. One of the best stories in gaming.

    GAME PLAY: The combat is varied, from easy to difficult and is usually dependent on preparation and build but the AI can have issues at times. Otherwise the combat is fun and is adjustable to play style ranging from light armored dodging, fast attacks and signs to heavy armored tanking and the middle path of a little of both. The limitation on healing allows for tension and precision and can be challenging. Crafting is well implemented and can play a vital part in the game. Gwent, the mini card game is really quite fun but can be completely ignored if you don't enjoy it.

    GAME DESIGN: Great level design and a vast open world to explore. Secret passages, caches, and unusual ruins compel the player to explore. The exploration is also well rewarded with great story telling and really well developed characters outside of the main quest. The quest design is some of the best since the Secret World and many developers should take note of the quest design in this game as it sets the bar very high for the genre and for games in general. Even after completing the main story the remaining quests, even the ones that are low level, are enticing just for the stories that they tell.

    RECOMMENDATION: If you enjoy RPGs and well told stories this game is a must purchase.    … Expand
  50. Obijones
    May 29, 2015
    7
    At the time of writing I have only played for a few hours, but in these few hours my longstanding fears for this game have been realised. It's as buggy as hell. I know that this type of game is well known for being buggy at launch (I'm thinking of you Bethesda). But I'm getting pretty sick of being continually asked to become a games tester and also being asked to hand over 50 notes forAt the time of writing I have only played for a few hours, but in these few hours my longstanding fears for this game have been realised. It's as buggy as hell. I know that this type of game is well known for being buggy at launch (I'm thinking of you Bethesda). But I'm getting pretty sick of being continually asked to become a games tester and also being asked to hand over 50 notes for the privilege. If you can't finish the game, don't start making it. The design of the game is brilliant, it's just a shame that the skill levels of the team that made it is not (not on a PS4 anyway). Unfortunately this is a common theme within gaming these days. Ultra polished turds or bug ridden gems seem to be the only two production values available. Hope they fix it so that I can experience this game as it was meant to be. I'm giving it a break for a while though.… Expand
  51. Darthas
    May 29, 2015
    10
    The game is a masterpiece. Shockingly beautiful and deep story filled with all kinds of human emotions. Massive world with breathtaking attention to details. Extremely dense and most importantly varied atmosphere in different parts of the world. Great gameplay mechanics, deep RPG combat. Phenomenal soundtrack. Everything in game feels hand-crafted. New benchmark for every game.

    I play    The game is a masterpiece. Shockingly beautiful and deep story filled with all kinds of human emotions. Massive world with breathtaking attention to details. Extremely dense and most importantly varied atmosphere in different parts of the world. Great gameplay mechanics, deep RPG combat. Phenomenal soundtrack. Everything in game feels hand-crafted. New benchmark for every game.

    I play games for 15 years now, and this is the best game I have ever played in my life. Thank you CD Projekt RED for this experience!    … Expand
  52. Tom360
    May 28, 2015
    9
    I do not like RPG's. I want to start by saying that. I've tried Skyrim and dragon age, playing maybe a couple hours each before losing interest. Traditionally the gameplay elements in RPG's just don't interest me. I find them tedious and boring (Mass effect excluded).

    Enter the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. It melds the perfect combination of quests, gear management, and action into a game that    I do not like RPG's. I want to start by saying that. I've tried Skyrim and dragon age, playing maybe a couple hours each before losing interest. Traditionally the gameplay elements in RPG's just don't interest me. I find them tedious and boring (Mass effect excluded).

    Enter the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. It melds the perfect combination of quests, gear management, and action into a game that is hard to put down. While other RPG's feel overly stuffed with level trees and item crafting, the witcher has streamlined them so that they are necessary yet not overly involved.

    The ACTION! Oh, the action. It does combat better than games that are built around combat (mordor), and that is saying a lot! I find myself wandering the wilds just looking to take down the next creature.

    One last note, it took the guys at CD Projekt Red three years to make this game. That is absolutely astonishing considering how big, how dense, and how gorgeous a world created here. (The thank you note in the game was a nice touch as well). I'm a huge fan of this game and now these developers. Looking forward to Cyberpunk.    … Expand
  53. Beornwahl
    May 28, 2015
    10
    Deep stories. Yes stories, cause every damn story, from main to side is memorable interesting, I played on a PC that could take the recommended spec and had next to no problems - amazing graphics - and the detail to the world is insane!
    The best RPG storydriven game I have ever played, and I've played a lot...
    It's worth every penny on PC if you can run it.
  54. killab1984
    May 28, 2015
    10
    Almost done with it and lets just say that this is gonna go down as one of the best games ever. takes about 2 hrs to find its stride. Def a must play slightly better then Skyrim.
  55. Fibsi
    May 28, 2015
    10
    I must say The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt is one of the best games I have ever played. The World is very fascinate and there are so many thinks to see and to explore. 10 out of 10
  56. Pendragon197779
    May 28, 2015
    9
    Game is amazing. Don't listen to people whining about the combat, and don't try to compare it to a Souls game. The combat is more about strategy rather than quick reflexes like in Bloodborne. Only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because the falling damage is ridiculous. If you like amazing story lines and lots of well designed side quests and strategic fighting using bombs, potions, swordGame is amazing. Don't listen to people whining about the combat, and don't try to compare it to a Souls game. The combat is more about strategy rather than quick reflexes like in Bloodborne. Only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because the falling damage is ridiculous. If you like amazing story lines and lots of well designed side quests and strategic fighting using bombs, potions, sword play, and magic; then you will love this game.… Expand
  57. DannyDPS4
    May 28, 2015
    10
    I'm literally blown away by this game and would put it high up as one of the most immersive games I've ever played. Some of my favourite games in the past include the Final Fantasy series, Skyrim/Oblivion and GTA series. I'm about 30 hours in, level 13 and only just reached Novigrad, the story has me gripped, the side quests have me gripped and I already feel attached to the characters andI'm literally blown away by this game and would put it high up as one of the most immersive games I've ever played. Some of my favourite games in the past include the Final Fantasy series, Skyrim/Oblivion and GTA series. I'm about 30 hours in, level 13 and only just reached Novigrad, the story has me gripped, the side quests have me gripped and I already feel attached to the characters and world.

    I'm not usually a fan of "Mini game" type things in RPG's but even the card game Gwent has me hooked trying to acquire the unique cards and beating the best players.

    The choices you make throughout the game can have dramatic consequences either immediately or further down the line which often makes you think about your choices and responses to people.

    Anyone who is a fan of huge open world games should buy this, you won't be disappointed. 10/10.    … Expand
  58. itkovian1128
    May 27, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game for my is next step in crpg. Huge word where horse run make sense. If DAI story line and dialogues is for children Wither 3 story line is for adults.Dynamic and fun combats. Very good graphics. Few week things example diving does not matter for my this game i best game ever.… Expand
  59. Temujin1206
    May 27, 2015
    10
    A true masterpiece. Phenomenal game that improved on the already great Witcher 1 &2. A landmark of the new generation. It sits in my top 5 of all time with The Last of Us, Read Dead Redemption and Planescape Torment.

    A true, gritty, rpg where choices and consequences matter. This is the type of games we need - rather than the vanilla mmos single player rpg (yes, I'm looking at you    A true masterpiece. Phenomenal game that improved on the already great Witcher 1 &2. A landmark of the new generation. It sits in my top 5 of all time with The Last of Us, Read Dead Redemption and Planescape Torment.

    A true, gritty, rpg where choices and consequences matter. This is the type of games we need - rather than the vanilla mmos single player rpg (yes, I'm looking at you Dragon Age Inquisition). A game no adult should miss: long live the Witcher!    … Expand
  60. JuliusSmith
    May 27, 2015
    10
    1 word: Amazing, best rpg since skyrim, full of detail, interesting characters, great combat and a huge open world. I must make special mention to the amazing voice acting and facial movements during speech.
  61. JamesHarnold
    May 27, 2015
    10
    This game is so good. The stories are fantastic, the graphics are good, the combat is interesting and the crafting and leveling systems are much better than Dragon Age. The only issues i have are that there is a low framerate on ps4 , which makes me wish i hadna superpowered pc.
  62. Paulo-Lameiras
    May 27, 2015
    10
    I have been gaming since mid 80s, and this is my 5th 10/10 game. It's not perfect, no game is, but it's above it's competition in basically everything. It wouldn't be fair to give it any less than the max score.
    I'm playing on hard (not the hardest) on PS4 version (about 30 hours in, so far), so these are my impressions:
    + scale (probably not the biggest game on the market, but i would    I have been gaming since mid 80s, and this is my 5th 10/10 game. It's not perfect, no game is, but it's above it's competition in basically everything. It wouldn't be fair to give it any less than the max score.
    I'm playing on hard (not the hardest) on PS4 version (about 30 hours in, so far), so these are my impressions:

    + scale (probably not the biggest game on the market, but i would say it's the most complex and dense)
    + visuals (easily the best looking open world game i have ever played)
    + seamless world (love the lack of loadings and the ability to see interiors and exteriors through windows and doors.
    + story, lore and characters (believable world with many mundane stories, brilliant pacing and intriguing characters)
    + no invisible walls (due to the open nature of the world, the ability to swim and the addiction of a jump button, you can basically explore any place)
    + unpredictability (as opposed to the schematic nature of Ubisoft games ['you picked 3 treasures out of 30', 'you climbed 1 tower out of 10', etc], in The witcher 3 everything seems random and natural.
    + exploration (again, due to it's unpredictability, exploration in TW3 couldn't have been more misterious and rewarding)
    + Sound (amazing OST, sound effects and voice acting)
    + content (insane amount of content)
    + gwent (for the first time in my life, i see myself investing hours on a game's minigame)

    - combat (while it's still good, it wasn't greatly improved compared to the previous game)
    - loading times (they are too long, gladly there are few of them)
    - Portuguese subtittles in Brazil but not in Portugal??? This is not acceptable...    … Expand
  63. piekatoski
    May 27, 2015
    10
    That is simply the best game ever. Even there is a few bugs, it do not make the experience less incredible. The world is huge, the graphics are just amazing, it will blow your mind. All the hype was confirmed with this game. Worth all the money you spend, cause it will bring to you so much hours of fun.
  64. hardkotian
    May 27, 2015
    10
    The best RPG game in my life! After 400 hours spent in Witcher 2, I would probably miss the summer this year and might omit my wedding scheduled on September.
  65. neilon209a
    May 27, 2015
    10
    Never have I come across an action RPG that tells a better story than the one CDPR has brought before us. The lore, the world and the characters are just incredible. The details are astounding and you can tell the developers have poured their very souls into this adventure.

    However, this isn't the game for those who are looking for a quick fix instead you should take as much time as    Never have I come across an action RPG that tells a better story than the one CDPR has brought before us. The lore, the world and the characters are just incredible. The details are astounding and you can tell the developers have poured their very souls into this adventure.

    However, this isn't the game for those who are looking for a quick fix instead you should take as much time as possible trying to uncover as much as you can and trust me it's going to be a LONG adventure.

    Note: Please don't buy this game for kids. Contains mature themes and gruesome scenes.

    Review Roundup:
    Graphics - 10
    Story - 9
    Combat - 9.5
    Value for money - 11
    Side quests - 11
    Controls - 9 (Swimming sucks CDPR please improve it!)    … Expand
  66. nachanok
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Best RPG game ever!!!! say good buy to social life for a while!!! :)
    If you like DA, you will love this game more!!! Huge and beautiful world to explore.
    Let's the hunt begin.
  67. WiltedAngelWing
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Seeing some of the people on here give this game low scores physically angered me I spend most of my life playing games and I can say without a doubt absolutely perfect and has earned its place among the greats the only thing people have been saying bad about it is like a clumsy control or a bug here and there and I have a feeling 90% of the people complaining about the camera are thoseSeeing some of the people on here give this game low scores physically angered me I spend most of my life playing games and I can say without a doubt absolutely perfect and has earned its place among the greats the only thing people have been saying bad about it is like a clumsy control or a bug here and there and I have a feeling 90% of the people complaining about the camera are those that have a hard time walking and moving the camera at the same time so lol I have over 40 hours into the game and I've loved every second and I know without a doubt that it will only continue to impress for the rest of the time I play it!… Expand
  68. Scottface
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Love this game, it's like Red Dead Redemption meets Skyrim with a dash of Mass Effect and maybe a mild whiff of Assassin's Creed all rolled into one, magnificent gaming package! Didn't play either of the previous 2 Witcher games but this is probably my favorite game so far of this generation, probably just inching out Bloodborne due to how much time I've already spent on it. Looks lovelyLove this game, it's like Red Dead Redemption meets Skyrim with a dash of Mass Effect and maybe a mild whiff of Assassin's Creed all rolled into one, magnificent gaming package! Didn't play either of the previous 2 Witcher games but this is probably my favorite game so far of this generation, probably just inching out Bloodborne due to how much time I've already spent on it. Looks lovely on PS4 but the framerate is noticeably shonky at times. Great combat, lots of depth, lots of great stories, a beautiful world and an almost endless amount of things to see and do. I've noticed the odd bug here and there but that's because i've played it for over 7 days and six hours at this point. I could point out the few small flaws that there are but I'd be nitpicking. Buy this game, buy it now and clear your calendar for a few weeks...… Expand
  69. thepacman333
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Best game this year? YES
    Better than Skyrim? YES

    Stop goofing around reading reviews like I did and just buy this game, its genuinely one of the best I have ever played and graphics / environment are stunning.
  70. hoppypoppy1
    May 26, 2015
    8
    A truly amazing game! Hours I have spent roaming the vast world, completing the various side quests and leveling up my character, Geralt. Game play is solid, yet fluid. Finishers add even more satisfaction to your kills. I've gotten so lost in a side mission story line that I forgot that I wasn't do the main campaign. Perfect game! Easily recommended to anyone that loves a good story driven RPG.
  71. Odovacar
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Almost perfect in its presentation, being both a beautiful game and a horrifying game. Each character is well written and every quest has an interesting back story. The gropes that I have with this game is that the frame rate on the ps4 sometimes drops (not to unacceptable rates, but enough to draw you out of the experience), the menu system can sometimes lag, and that the loading screensAlmost perfect in its presentation, being both a beautiful game and a horrifying game. Each character is well written and every quest has an interesting back story. The gropes that I have with this game is that the frame rate on the ps4 sometimes drops (not to unacceptable rates, but enough to draw you out of the experience), the menu system can sometimes lag, and that the loading screens when you die are upwards of two minutes (thus discouraging me to seek a more challenging experience).… Expand
  72. PixelPew
    May 26, 2015
    10
    What would happen if Game of Thrones had a baby with Red Dead Redemption? The Witcher: The Wild Hunt!

    Mix the style of the best game from last decade with the backstabbing politics of the best tv show from this decade, add a lot of dark themes and a fantasy setting and you have one of the best games your going to see in 2015 let alone in this generation of console.
  73. shark742
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Quite simply, this is the best game I have ever played in over 30 years of gaming...If you enjoyed Skyrim, or just enjoy a great story I'm sure you will enjoy this. Don't read to much into all this stuff about downgraded graphics on the PS4 as this game looks amazing! Really, just run to the shops now and buy it....go on!! :)
  74. DonMega
    May 26, 2015
    10
    The sheer size of the word is just outstanding. I have been playing for about 30 hours and I am still in the starting areas. I still have a whole area to start. What I love about this game is the side quests, there is literally hundreds and they all matter. They are not place there to am up game time for the developer but actually all have good dialog and are fun to do.

    This is a mix of    The sheer size of the word is just outstanding. I have been playing for about 30 hours and I am still in the starting areas. I still have a whole area to start. What I love about this game is the side quests, there is literally hundreds and they all matter. They are not place there to am up game time for the developer but actually all have good dialog and are fun to do.

    This is a mix of gta v / skyrim/ bloodborne and even a little of batman arkham series.

    I found I started the game on easy because I constantly died but now I raised the level to the hardest one available and monster as extremely fun to handle, sometimes a fight will take me 20+ min to complete because you actually feel like the real witcher from the books. Constantly changing and messing around with oils, different monsters have different weaknesses.

    There are tons of different potions, and decoctions, bombs and weapons and all make the game so much fun trying to figure out what to use next for your next fight. This is the first time I ever spent $80 on a game (with premium pass) and I actually don't feel ripped off.

    CD Projekt Red will also be releasing 30 hours of dlc story which at first I thought they exaggerated, but after playing the witcher 3 I fully believe that they will deliver.

    Get this game now. My life has been gone since the day this game came out, can't stop playing.    … Expand
  75. Tylaris
    May 26, 2015
    10
    I've been playing rpg's for more than 20 years and, until now, I've never been one to put any above others as a "king" of it's genre. But the sheer scope, atention to detail and how well it combines exploration, storytelling and it's own style of gameplay, warrants Witcher 3 that title.
    It's Story, characters, dialogue, quest/world/creature design are second to none of this genre. The    I've been playing rpg's for more than 20 years and, until now, I've never been one to put any above others as a "king" of it's genre. But the sheer scope, atention to detail and how well it combines exploration, storytelling and it's own style of gameplay, warrants Witcher 3 that title.
    It's Story, characters, dialogue, quest/world/creature design are second to none of this genre. The world design can only be described as the most immersive, belieavable ecosystem ever crafted in any video game with an art style and atmosphere that perfectly captures architecture of mid european cities/village communities of it's historical time. Graphics,voice acting and music are of the highest quality. Gameplay is vastly improved from previous title...it is still not as responsive as Bloodborne or has the same quality of animations such Arkham series, however it more than makes up for it with an amazing variety of creatures and different types of AI, preparation through alchemy, learning your foes' weaknesses through extensive bestiary, use of magic signs that you can also use on your environment to give you advantage, as well as other tools at your disposal such as bombs, crossbow etc.
    It is not without rough spots though...such as UI( Inventory system), AI ( horse riding), controls and camera as well as suffering from no small number of bugs/glitches. Honestly, until CDPR takes care of these things, I would give it a 9...however I'm rating it a bit higher to negate childish stupidity of those who downvote this game because they feel threatened by any game that surpasses their favorite title.
    This is not merely another great game...it's place lies next to titles such as Chronotrigger, Half Life, Morrowind and others...games that mark a generation and leave higher standards for others to follow.    … Expand
  76. gino291
    May 26, 2015
    10
    well damn , this game made me feel like im the witch er started to using my senses in real life staring and investigating everything like a freak made me role play lol:( after 7 days total of 40 hours i did 30% of the game soo much content for 50 euros so its worth it (sorry for my broken english) bought it at launch am still not in the half already cant wait to start over f--king epicwell damn , this game made me feel like im the witch er started to using my senses in real life staring and investigating everything like a freak made me role play lol:( after 7 days total of 40 hours i did 30% of the game soo much content for 50 euros so its worth it (sorry for my broken english) bought it at launch am still not in the half already cant wait to start over f--king epic game so far made me cry laugh& angry im in love with story so many choices so many ways to f--k it up the world state, game has little bugs frame rate drops on the consoles but they will all get fixed well hell if they dont fix em im still gonna love playing this game. a must buy if you love deep story rpg hack and slash if you like the fighting style like dragon age 2 , inquisition 100%that you will find witcher '3 combat better
    Combat is good Story is epic slow start to a Epic finish buy it :p alt ought the little bugs still giving it a 10/10    … Expand
  77. jimmyp3
    May 26, 2015
    10
    Excellent Game, Graphics don't really bother me to much, they seem pretty good, the game-play and amount of content is truly epic, and that is what makes the difference.
  78. rammsteks
    May 26, 2015
    10
    There is alot of stuff to do, the characters are interesting and great roleplaying dialogues.
    Beautiful world and amazing graphics
    Best game ever!!! 11 of 10
  79. Slevin310
    May 26, 2015
    9
    This game is the perfect example I'd use to describe why open world RPG's are my favorite games. As a fan of the Witcher graphic novel comics I was eager to see an amazing story be told in an open world RPG. At the same time I was a little worried, the Witcher short stories written by Andrzej Sapkowski are truly a work of literary art. The lore is rich enough to envision the entire worldThis game is the perfect example I'd use to describe why open world RPG's are my favorite games. As a fan of the Witcher graphic novel comics I was eager to see an amazing story be told in an open world RPG. At the same time I was a little worried, the Witcher short stories written by Andrzej Sapkowski are truly a work of literary art. The lore is rich enough to envision the entire world of the Witcher. Andrzei was able to paint an entire world so detailed you wouldn't have any transition going into the games after reading the stories. I doubted whether or not the game would truly capture what makes the stories so amazing, yet I was not only proven wrong but completely amazed.

    The Witcher is unlike any RPG, where your choices do not have a clear "Good guy choice" or "Bad guy choice" instead you will be faced with choices that warrant deep thought be put into it before deciding. Just like real life, you'll make decisions that you thought were the right choice but only for them to end up having severe consequences. Just like real life you'll have to learn those mistakes as you progress through. Usually RPGs will have choices but their outcomes rarely change the story, they'll have cosmetic changes and maybe certain characters will react differently to you but there are no branching paths.

    Witcher 3 Wild Hunt improves so much upon previous titles. Witcher 2 had open sections of a story that you'd progress and move on to the next area. It gave the illusion of an open world but without the freedom. Witcher 3 has a vast world with many small minute details that most of which will go unnoticed. But for those few dedicated fans who love to scour the land to find all the nooks and crannies will be rewarded by doing so.

    Crafting, character builds, abilities, the in-depth inventory and easy access to potions & spells makes the game feel comfortable to play. It takes only a few minutes to get used to the game and understand combat, however being skilled in combat will take some time and strategic planning. The game is difficult, as it should be. Reading the books and immersing yourself into the game will actually help you with combat. Books and knowledge provide insight on the lore as well as learning enemy weaknesses.

    The story is still by far the best part of this game. To get the most amazing RPG experience playing this game, I highly recommend you make choices as you would if you were in Geralt's shoes. This adds immersion and really makes you think about your choices. Do not look up walkthroughs, exploration is one of the best aspects of this game. And I also recommend reading up on Witcher lore, it's incredible. From the Witcher's, the drunken hilarious Dwarfs that you'd be crazy to challenge to an arm wrestling match, the lore behind The Black Ones, the circle of Mages and the war of the crowns are all amazing tales to be heard.

    I don't just recommend this game, I'm telling you this game deserves your purchase. This game will give you an experience that's more than worth the $60 price. Open world RPG's are not always given the spotlight in the mainstream gaming media but Witcher is definitely worth that spotlight. Open world RPGs and Action Adventure games are meant to give you a grand sense of adventure, exploration, immersion and an experience you won't find in other genres. Witcher 3 is an experience you won't forget.    … Expand
  80. kgmop
    May 26, 2015
    10
    This is the the best RPG game ever made. A masterpiece. Beautiful huge world with great "living" and complex characters. Great, mature main plot and fantastic original side quest. it has some technical issues but it is not important when You realize that this game is extraordinary and this is the best RPG experience ever. Don't care about negative opinions. When You play the game You willThis is the the best RPG game ever made. A masterpiece. Beautiful huge world with great "living" and complex characters. Great, mature main plot and fantastic original side quest. it has some technical issues but it is not important when You realize that this game is extraordinary and this is the best RPG experience ever. Don't care about negative opinions. When You play the game You will see they are just not important :) Everyone should play it but be careful this game is very very long like 3 or 4 others and You wil be lost within it for very long time. Totally worth every penny and i hope EA and other publishers will learn how to make real RPG from CD PROJECT RED. This game is a new standard for mature AAA RPG games and all genres at all.… Expand
  81. xhaosis
    May 25, 2015
    8
    I gave the game, a 8. I have played it off and on now for about a week. The graphics, are good, the rpg, element, when the cinematic comes on is good. The story, is decent. What is not...

    The controls and the sound the music score got quick fast.. The controls, ahem, controlling my guy, is like trying to steer a Mack truck.. I am assuming this will get patched, and these small    I gave the game, a 8. I have played it off and on now for about a week. The graphics, are good, the rpg, element, when the cinematic comes on is good. The story, is decent. What is not...

    The controls and the sound the music score got quick fast..

    The controls, ahem, controlling my guy, is like trying to steer a Mack truck..

    I am assuming this will get patched, and these small frustrating details at times are preventing a 10.

    As far as open world, oh my gosh, you can literally go in any direction and stumble upon stuff..

    It is a good buy, and will waste allot of your time, the controls will piss you off at times, but it is a good effort, and one hell of a developed game..

    these small little complaints will get fixed...    … Expand
  82. JackKasket
    May 25, 2015
    9
    Many many hours in to the game, and I felt compelled to edit my original sceptics review.

    My god, the main story in this game is likely the best written in any game, period. I was hooked at the early steps of the game, but the Baron storyline sucked me in like a promiscuous black hole. This is the first time, I'd like to say ever, when I wished I had made different choices in a video    Many many hours in to the game, and I felt compelled to edit my original sceptics review.

    My god, the main story in this game is likely the best written in any game, period. I was hooked at the early steps of the game, but the Baron storyline sucked me in like a promiscuous black hole. This is the first time, I'd like to say ever, when I wished I had made different choices in a video game, and actually felt feelings. Not ashamed to say, but there were tears…

    Gwent, best mini game ever embedded in any game, period. When someone says it's the small things that count, they mean including Gwent as part of Witcher 3. I've spent countless of hours slapping cards with people ranging from inn keepers to royalty, and I'm not going to stop until I'm done. What I'm now hoping for that down the line there will be a DLC that expands Gwent to some new unimaginable dimensions. What was I going to say…. Right! Gwent is pretty good.

    Well, there are still some glaring issues touched in my original review. To this date, the game has crashed on PS4 upwards to 10 times. In bigger cities, the loading times are so bad that a dialogue option doesn't pop up in time, and that merchant you're so willing to save is beaten to death before your eyes. Controls work the best if you just spam X, and run around like a headless chicken while looting. Swimming is equal to water torture. And so forth… It's not a finished game, in my opinion.

    I also do not really like the battle system that much. At the beginning, it was challenging, but once your gear and skill improves, battles become quite trivial. One reason for this is the skill tree. There is a very obvious "best solution" to enhance your combat abilities. It really is a no-brainer later in the game, and The One strategy for upgrading skills takes much of the challenge out from fights.

    Second thing about the battle system is that there is at times very little control over the character and camera movements. Particularly in tighter spaces. I've somehow managed to kill griffins without ever actually seeing the monster, if that gives you any idea…

    Side quests, yes, there are a TON with capital all letters. However, going through all the locations and side quests becomes quite repetitive after a while. Fair enough, there are only so many things anyone can do, and only so many ways of how to make them interesting, but riding through a bog for the 50th time to search for a body and blood tracks is not my cup of tea. I'd rather play Gwent at an inn.

    (Second) Final verdict: As an RPG, this game is a master piece. Despite the annoying bugs and plagues of all RPGs of massive scale, no self-respecting gamer can miss this title. This is the first game since vanilla WoW that has sucked me in so badly that I just have to play to the wee hours, and do just "one more quest". Fantastic work.

    ******Original Review********

    Close, but no cigar. A few hours in, what can I say about this game? I had high hopes based on all the hype surrounding this edition in the Witcher saga, but let's be honest here for a second: It's not a finished game.

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    Final verdict: If you're willing to put up with the bugs, controls and out-dated graphics, buy it. The story is compelling and the world is big. But, I would wait a few months for patches to start rolling up so the obvious problems don't spoil the experience.    … Expand
  83. Jaka
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Cdpr Gongrats a bunch im literally inside this game never felt like that on any game! One thing I'd love for use to do if Yous read piss EA off in battlefield there nothing but money hungry **** frostbite have told them to sail off to Kingdom cum that game is ruined and frostbite know that!! Yous guys are legends why! Because yous are in for us and there in for money the witcher 3 omg mateCdpr Gongrats a bunch im literally inside this game never felt like that on any game! One thing I'd love for use to do if Yous read piss EA off in battlefield there nothing but money hungry **** frostbite have told them to sail off to Kingdom cum that game is ruined and frostbite know that!! Yous guys are legends why! Because yous are in for us and there in for money the witcher 3 omg mate yous nailed it in every aspect! Your out in the middle of bum gee nowhere nek minute there's bandits around a fire it's unreal everything about it this game has nothing to with skyrim why do pple think that totally different.… Expand
  84. Shiftian_Be
    May 25, 2015
    7
    Really intresting, beautiful game but SERIOUS issues with controls, camera.. Dull combat system and as of now really buggy.. Audio cuts in and out, autosave not working, being hit and being able to hit while not even near target.. The soundtrack when roaming is fit for a funeral..
    Lots and lots of pop-up.. Serious framerate problems.. And longer loading screens than Bloodborne.. Which is    Really intresting, beautiful game but SERIOUS issues with controls, camera.. Dull combat system and as of now really buggy.. Audio cuts in and out, autosave not working, being hit and being able to hit while not even near target.. The soundtrack when roaming is fit for a funeral..
    Lots and lots of pop-up.. Serious framerate problems.. And longer loading screens than Bloodborne.. Which is saying something.
    Hope, by patching this game, a lot of these issues will be a thing of the past soon.
    Don't they test this **** before releasing anymore?
    Still .. As a lover of Skyrim and general RPG's, you'll love this.    … Expand
  85. alejandro09
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Oh my god. This game is so amazing. True RPG fans will love it. Witcher is the game of year guys just buy it.
    Graphics are top notch. Sound effects are awesome. You can't get enough of this masterpiece.
  86. Bladerunner_NZ
    May 25, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutly phenomenal, BUT, contains a few bugs here and there that sort of breaks flow of gameplay, but not break the game to a point where I will put the controller down and refuse to play it until CD Projekt RED patches these minor issues. This game deserves to go down in history as one of the best games of the decade, if not THE best. It is absolute BLASPHEMY to give thisThis game is absolutly phenomenal, BUT, contains a few bugs here and there that sort of breaks flow of gameplay, but not break the game to a point where I will put the controller down and refuse to play it until CD Projekt RED patches these minor issues. This game deserves to go down in history as one of the best games of the decade, if not THE best. It is absolute BLASPHEMY to give this game trash scores when it clearly deserves to be GOTY… Expand
  87. willmoy38
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Honestly, I have been very impressed. Only real complaint I have are the long loading screens. It has really been an engaging experience for me. It's what Skyrim could have been.
  88. Captiosus
    May 25, 2015
    7
    I WANT to LOVE Witcher 3. The story is great, graphics are great, the combat (although mildly repetitive after a while) is enjoyable, and the world is amazing. But all of these things come at a very real cost: Performance. The performance of this game is downright atrocious. There are many times where the game will drop sub-25 fps and stay there for prolonged periods. It makes the gameI WANT to LOVE Witcher 3. The story is great, graphics are great, the combat (although mildly repetitive after a while) is enjoyable, and the world is amazing. But all of these things come at a very real cost: Performance. The performance of this game is downright atrocious. There are many times where the game will drop sub-25 fps and stay there for prolonged periods. It makes the game look extremely choppy and can negatively affect combat sequences with multiple enemies on screen. Texture pop-in is also a very real issue.

    Yes, we knew this console generation was underpowered when we went into it but there is simply no excuse for this kind of performance. Any game that regularly drops into the low 20 fps range and stays there for more than a second or two deserves scrutiny for poor optimization. The game is beautiful, yes, but this is a clear example of graphics being considered over stable gameplay.

    I would LOVE nothing more than to sit behind this game for hours on end but the performance problems make this a game I can only play in short sessions. I find that most of the widespread high reviews tend to gloss over these issues. If you want to see them in action before buying the game yourself, look up the Digital Foundry side by side performance evaluations of the post-patch PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game. Then compare that to Digital Foundry's side by side evaluation of the game's performance on their budget PCs, downgrade not withstanding.

    I'm hoping CDPR can further patch the performance issues. Until then I have to knock the game down significantly for having periods of time where the frame rate and pop in renders the game utterly unenjoyable. Story, design, graphics, sound and music: All 9's; Gameplay: 7 for repetition and bad inventory UI design, but performance gets a 2.    … Expand
  89. kendrickdk
    May 25, 2015
    8
    There is so much to love about this game but it's not perfect.
    The Good: The graphics are astounding... it's like watching a movie. The voice overs and sound are excellent. The story is very immersive and interesting.
    The Bad: Not the best port over from console to PC. They got really lazy in not building a complete key remapping system... it's like they figured everyone used W,S,A,D.    There is so much to love about this game but it's not perfect.
    The Good: The graphics are astounding... it's like watching a movie. The voice overs and sound are excellent. The story is very immersive and interesting.
    The Bad: Not the best port over from console to PC. They got really lazy in not building a complete key remapping system... it's like they figured everyone used W,S,A,D. I'm half tempted to write a separate program to give people this option. The movement seems weird... it's fine for a console but PC users like precise movement. The combat systems needs work... it seems to have a slight delay.

    All this is forgivable I guess. I picked up a copy on ebay for $36 so not a big investment. I find the game is easier and more fun if I use my xbox controller to play it. Looking forward to playing this over the next few months.    … Expand
  90. McBro-Awesome
    May 25, 2015
    10
    It's not gonna be a game of the year, It's gonna be a game of a freaking DECADE. The quests are interesting, graphics are amazing (and everyone who says that it's not, you can go and jerk off on Crysis at any time), loot is awesome (and everytime you get it, you feel unbelievable pleasure, especially the Witcher gear).
    But there is one very difficult choice in the game. Who to be with?    It's not gonna be a game of the year, It's gonna be a game of a freaking DECADE. The quests are interesting, graphics are amazing (and everyone who says that it's not, you can go and jerk off on Crysis at any time), loot is awesome (and everytime you get it, you feel unbelievable pleasure, especially the Witcher gear).
    But there is one very difficult choice in the game. Who to be with? Triss or Yennifer? They both are amazing, and you can't be with both of them (well, with healthy relationship at least).
    My verdict is 10 out of motherf*cking 10    … Expand
  91. mokamig
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Muchos años esperando este juego hasta que por fin pude tener en mis manos la Edición Coleccionista -un regalo de mi novia- y solo puedo decir que me ha fascinado en todos sus aspectos. La verdad no tengo muchas palabras para definir lo que me causo este juego, solo sentimientos con grandes recuerdos de los libros, de mis favoritos para siempre.

    Empezamos por la parte grafica que para    Muchos años esperando este juego hasta que por fin pude tener en mis manos la Edición Coleccionista -un regalo de mi novia- y solo puedo decir que me ha fascinado en todos sus aspectos. La verdad no tengo muchas palabras para definir lo que me causo este juego, solo sentimientos con grandes recuerdos de los libros, de mis favoritos para siempre.

    Empezamos por la parte grafica que para mí es excelente, tiene muchos lugares diversos y llenos de vida, en los cuales me perdí por muchas horas por ejemplo Novigrado es una ciudad muy bellamente diseñada me quede mucho tiempo en ella, también el modelado de personajes para ser un sandbox está muy bien conseguido. Puestas de sol increíbles, anochecer hermoso y sistema climático muy bueno.

    En el apartado de sonido es increíble, los encargados del audio junto con Percival hicieron un gran trabajo, música que acompaña cada momento y en ocasiones que solo me quedaba escuchando la melodía, una banda sonora épica.
    La historia es grandiosa y ese montón de guiños a los libros y personajes de juegos anteriores me dan una gran alegría. Ver a Yen y Ciri -que es de mis personajes literarios favoritos, la vi crecer y evolucionar durante los libros- simplemente me causó una emoción indescriptible. La toma de decisiones es demasiado genial, muchas que tomar durante la aventura y personas que a veces crees que ayudas pero no lo es así, este mundo creado por Andrzej Sapkowski es muy gris, no todo es lo que parece, no hay un bien o mal a veces bien definido, es algo que me encanto en los libros y aquí se plasma muy bien.

    En el apartado de misiones todas las principales están geniales y las secundarias igual, aunque algunas más simples que otras pero la mayoría muy bien hechas y con sus propias mini historias, que a veces involucran menciones a los mismos libros o personas de los otros juegos. La caza se monstruos es el punto fuerte, hay que averiguar sus debilidades y estudiarlos muy bien para poderles hacer frente, en niveles de dificultad altos hay que planificar todo muy bien, me sentí como un verdadero brujo.

    En el apartado jugable también me encanta muchísimo, es una evolución de lo que vimos en The Witcher 2 pero mucho más ágil y en el nivel mas alto hay que ser muy cauteloso y saber utilizar muy bien las señales de brujo. Las diferentes armaduras y armas nos dan ventajas pero también desventajas ante ciertos rivales. El uso de pociones y aceites esta genial y hay que saber bien como y cuales aplicar para hacer una pelea bastante equilibrada con algún rival fuerte o monstruo. CD Projekt ha querido calcar mucho ese baile que hacen los brujos al pelear según lo descrito en los libros y lo hace muy bien.

    Obviamente no hay juego perfecto, tiene algunos pequeños errores gráficos y otros en el combate, uno que otro bug menor pero en sí nada que haya afectado mi experiencia de juego pero es parte de hacer este mundo tan grande pero tan bien detallado, no hay juego perfecto pero si juegos hechos excelentemente bien y con amor.

    Los minijuegos muy bien implementados, Sardinilla a veces se controla un poco extraño pero en términos generales cumple, las cartas me pareció un juego muy divertido y los puños algo parecido a lo que era en The Witcher 2. El sistema de navegación está bastante bien y para mi es bastante entretenido navegar por ratos.

    En definitiva es una saga que amo muchísimo me ha dado grandes momentos desde que tuve la oportunidad de leerme todos los libros y empezar a jugar The Witcher 1 fue una experiencia sublime, ver como muchos de los personas que leí cobraban vida en un medio como este es magistral. The Witcher 2 también me encanto en todo y este que analizamos, obviamente desde una perspectiva totalmente subjetiva es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado y de los mejores juegos de rol en mi top.
    Nada mejor que un estudio lleve una de tus obras favoritas de la literatura a un videojuego y mas que sea épicamente en tu genero favorito que es el rol. Vamos a esperar con muchas ganas la expansiones, ojala traigan mucho contenido.

    Muchas Gracias Andrzej Sapkowski por crear tan hermoso pero real mundo literario, con personajes carismáticos y temas de muchas importancia en el ámbito social, económico, filosófico y Muchas Gracias CD Projekt por llevarlo y ampliarlo de una manera tan magistral a los videojuegos. Te has retirado de la mejor manera mi gran amigo Geralt de Rivia. Hasta Siempre.    … Expand
  92. XsanderCage
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Best RPG ever made. Dot. .
  93. Assassin67
    May 25, 2015
    7
    The open world is unbelievable. There's so many things to do in the game that you may feel overwhelmed. The game looks fantastic even with the frame rate issues that occur from time to time. The biggest problem I have with the game is the combat. It does feel a bit dated and at times unresponsive. Definitely a game worth checking out. You will no doubt get your money's worth.
  94. idemetriss
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Excellent game.
    It has:
    - good cinematic scenes, - interesting plot, - subtle leveling system which does not push you toward min-maxing - and open world. Many main story quests have very intense action sequences which remind me Uncharted series pace. You can also chose your difficulty in game by selecting different level-based sub-quests. There are also small and big morality    Excellent game.
    It has:
    - good cinematic scenes,
    - interesting plot,
    - subtle leveling system which does not push you toward min-maxing
    - and open world.

    Many main story quests have very intense action sequences which remind me Uncharted series pace.
    You can also chose your difficulty in game by selecting different level-based sub-quests.
    There are also small and big morality choices, without summing up scenes like it was in Witcher 1, but still you see consequences.
    There are a lot of places to explore, they are non-linear and often are huge enough to spend an hour.

    Graphics are good. Downside is that the game is very demanding, pushing you either to buy high end gaming pc, or considerably lower graphic settings. On high/ultrahigh settings game highlights way too simplified lightning techniques which are used in all current games. It deserves really something different here. Maybe ray-tracing which would bring down all current hardware to its knees.

    Interaction with objects is also not so very smooth - you can sometimes stand in air, jump 6 meters high or dive with your horse which then disappears. Close quarters can also cause you some trouble with camera and objects activation.    … Expand
  95. piotres
    May 25, 2015
    10
    One of the best RPGs that I have ever play! Deep story, great design and tons of gameplay. If you are searching for game that you can explore for 200+ hours - this should be your choice!
  96. beerweed
    May 25, 2015
    6
    pros: good story and cinematics, nice variety of enemies and good environemental uniqueness and diversity

    cons: no first person view, very videogamy combat, no character costumazation/specialization.

    Play the game for the story not for the gameplay
  97. L_Coops
    May 24, 2015
    10
    It's not perfect, however the strengths of this game far make up for the few flaws it has. The Witcher 3 receives a score of 10 because it sets the standard for open world RPG's. There are no better titles in the genre. If you have any interest in role playing games you must give The Witcher 3 a try.
  98. JJthis
    May 24, 2015
    10
    The world is NOT big yet boring. It's big, it's grand and it's realistic.
    The combat controls are NOT terrible, as some say. Neither are the movement controls. It's just different to other types of RPGs.
    The graphics are good, but not the best (does it really have to be the best to be good?) There are no framerate issues if you're running it on minimum specs (if there is, it's a problem    The world is NOT big yet boring. It's big, it's grand and it's realistic.
    The combat controls are NOT terrible, as some say. Neither are the movement controls. It's just different to other types of RPGs.
    The graphics are good, but not the best (does it really have to be the best to be good?)
    There are no framerate issues if you're running it on minimum specs (if there is, it's a problem on your system).
    The story is NOT bland. If you read the books, read the comics and get to know the lore there is a lot to love about the story.
    This game is great.
    If you expected a perfect game then you're living in a fantasy world. If you think it's overhyped, you overhyped it for yourself.
    The Witcher 3 is as good as it gets when it comes to combining all the elements that make RPGs great. It's a masterpiece.    … Expand
  99. Agarwel
    May 24, 2015
    8
    I have mixed feelings from this game. It excels in some areas, but have huge weaknessess in others. So it is not a game for everybody. Based on your priorities, you may love it, but also you can end up really dissapointed.

    The good: Story, world, atmospere... Developers really build big, beatifull, believable, living world. The Novigrad is biggest RPG city I have even seen. NPC have    I have mixed feelings from this game. It excels in some areas, but have huge weaknessess in others. So it is not a game for everybody. Based on your priorities, you may love it, but also you can end up really dissapointed.

    The good:
    Story, world, atmospere... Developers really build big, beatifull, believable, living world. The Novigrad is biggest RPG city I have even seen. NPC have lots of different scripts (behaviours and dialogues). Wnen you are riding through the countriside, it feels really real and not static as other games. The story telling is great. The quests are long, interesting, full of twists. Quests are full of cutscenes and scripts, so playing them feels little like the Mass Effect and you are drag into the story. So if you are like me and you like to play the games for story, you will love this game. It will hook you and will have problems to shut it down.

    The bad:
    Basically gamedesign. For some reason, the developers choose some really weird decisions about controls, menus and gamedesign. The game is contra-intuitive and many basic tasks has to be done in unnecessary complicated ways. It is not making the game harder, but slower. Some common tasks becames chores and you will hate them. Some examples: when you ancounter pile of bags and boxes you have to loot them individually (15 of them). Each containing one alchemy ingredient. Why it can not be grouped? When you encounter book, you can not read it immediatelly. You need to take it and then go look for it in your full inventory. Why? When you purchase new equipment, you can not choose buy&equip to be able immediatelly sell the old stuff. You have to end the dialogue, go into inventory, change your stuff, and start new dialogue and choose you want to sell again. Why? The crafting is actually multilevel process. You need to craft even your crafting components. So it is not obvious if you have enough raw materials. And building new armor becomes long process of searchign and bulding four another components. Why? When new character description is added to you glossary, it is marked by yellow star. But this dissapears immediatelly once you select it. So if it is the item you need to scroll too, these markers dissapers as soon as it appears on your screen. Making them useless and you can easily miss updated descriptions this way.

    Basically none of these compains are real problem individually. But there is some many of these small unpolished details, that I fell like Im spending half of my gametime in menus managing the game instead of playing it. And we know from other games, it can be done in much easier and intuitive ways. So if you are looking for smooth gameplay and interesting action and you dont care about the story, you may and up really dissapointed.
    Personnaly Im somewhere in the middle. Im really hooked to the story. But most of the Im crunching my teeth and cursing the game for these unnecessary mistakes.    … Expand
  100. Furys_Shot
    May 24, 2015
    10
    Plain and simple this game is stunning, there is just no other way to put it. Never in my life have a played an RPG that gives you such an alive and immersive feeling as Wild Hunt gives you. From the main story quests, secondary quests, contracts and treasure hunt, the developers have crafted each quest to make you care, to make you eagerly complete the quest to see the exciting outcome.Plain and simple this game is stunning, there is just no other way to put it. Never in my life have a played an RPG that gives you such an alive and immersive feeling as Wild Hunt gives you. From the main story quests, secondary quests, contracts and treasure hunt, the developers have crafted each quest to make you care, to make you eagerly complete the quest to see the exciting outcome. From hunting down monsters across the vast open world, to simply helping an old lady get her frying pan pack, you care. That for me is what makes this game a 10. The lore is so fascinating, the combat is exhilarating, leveling crafting and alchemy have so much depth, and I can't even begin to tell you how much time I have put into the (mini)game gwent; all of what I listed adds to experience, but again it is how the game makes you care and in turn makes you cautious with your decision making. Every choice has a consequence and a lot of choices come down to choosing the lesser of two evils, however it is this choice that makes the game feel so grounded in reality. Your actions have consequences, Every time you have a choice (at least for myself) you take time to consider what is the best options for Geralt and for the world he lives in. In conclusion, the game is just so good, and if any developer has ever earned your $60 dollars it's without a doubt CDPR.

    ps, sorry for any grammar or spelling mistakes, or if things are worried funny. I quickly wrote this in 5 mins and didn't take any time to revise mistakes.    … Expand
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#2 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#8 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 79 Critic Reviews

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