The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

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  1. raccoondaddy
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    The Witcher 3 is a masterpiece, that sets you into a world of darkness, beauty and wonders that NO OTHER GAME HAS DONE.

    Geralt (the main character), is the most likeable stoic character to ever grace literary world. (Yeah, this started out as a fantasy novel series.) At first, he may seem like some bland badass, that everyone has done; but you'd find yourself being dead wrong!! TW3    The Witcher 3 is a masterpiece, that sets you into a world of darkness, beauty and wonders that NO OTHER GAME HAS DONE.

    Geralt (the main character), is the most likeable stoic character to ever grace literary world. (Yeah, this started out as a fantasy novel series.) At first, he may seem like some bland badass, that everyone has done; but you'd find yourself being dead wrong!! TW3 takes the main story and blends it well into the world and most of the side quests you partake in. Along with its main character, the supporting cast, weaves a tale that is full of majesty, suspense and horror. The best way to truly describe the world; think of the show, ONCE: Upon a Time, except a little bit like game of thrones, except with more monsters.

    Minor drawbacks like, visual glitches and a complex combat system can mar your experience.

    Aside from that, you are truly getting an EPIC story and is probably the only game where the DLC is worth EVERY PENNY and could've just been another game. Heart of Stone and Blood and Wine will run you around 30 dollars, but they are easily worth 50 together!!

    Easily the best RPG since Final Fantasy 6 and 7    … Expand
  2. ZicX
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Ohh witcher 3 , what need to be said about this game.
    a fantastic story , a fantastic character , a fantastic world , a fantastic sidequest , etc , etc.
    I really really hope CDP do not end this series , plz make another game in this universe with another protagonist , maybe something like a new witcher that we can customize and create that will be awesome
  3. zoob_m
    Dec 13, 2018
    6
    The problem I have with this game is that I just can't get into Garelt's head space. Every other game I have played, I could connect with the player character to some extent; Regardless of whether they were a blank slate or had little to no narrative choice. In this game, somehow, every single choice I make feels out of character, and I just can't rap my head around why.
  4. Sicarius089
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    This game is in a league of its own. Even on my second play through I'm discovering new things and side quests that I had missed the first time round. Side quests in this game should be the standard of side quests, one series of side quests is basically bare knuckle fighting, one of the first fighters I challenged asked for a favour that I would throw the fight because he had a family toThis game is in a league of its own. Even on my second play through I'm discovering new things and side quests that I had missed the first time round. Side quests in this game should be the standard of side quests, one series of side quests is basically bare knuckle fighting, one of the first fighters I challenged asked for a favour that I would throw the fight because he had a family to look after. Rejecting his request and beating him, I was able to approach him and talk to him where as the player I could give him money out of the "goodness" of Geralt's heart. This is the tip of the ice berg of how in-depth this game is with the plethora of choices you can make that affect the overall world, some choices can lead a village to damnation or it's salvation.

    In the tutorial area on my second play through I came across a father whose child had been killed by wolves, shortly after leaving his house I came upon the wolves and I too was killed, given how the save works in this game I spawned to just before I approached the house of the father who had lost his child, so wanting to bring justice I went to speak to the Dad again, only to find out that this time the Father had been killed and the child was left an orphan. Again this is the tip of the iceberg of what a player can come across.

    Exploration rewards the player with experience to level up, loot that can be traded for money (which you will need) gwent cards (which is an addictive game when you understand it), swords, bombs, crossbows, potions, decoctions, armour, as well as diagrams for each of these so you can create new gear; as well as finding bestiary info (to help give you knowledge in what's best to kill a particular enemy). Assigning mutagens is a great way for customising the player experience for how they want to play, if they want to focus on attack they can build up their strength with defence, if they want to be all rounded they can assign mutagens to increase attack, defence, signs (magic) as well as inventory weight capacity.

    Exploration also rewards the layer with useful items such as equipment for Roach (Geralt's horse) so that you can increase the weight capacity as well as Roach's effectiveness in galloping as well as resilience to fear.

    You thought that was it? No, there's ruins to explore where Gerald can lift the curse or if he makes a mistake this can lead to the downfall of someone much later in the game. There's monster nests that can be destroyed, the monsters range from water creatures, giant centipedes, nekkers, giant spiders, giant insects, etc some of which if cleared it will cause a return of the human populace to that area. There's underwater exploration as well as a potion to increase underwater breathing. The DLC's just open up the game a lot more and one dlc in particular depending on the outcome changes the circumstances of where Geralt is on the next play through i.e. originally starting off you're in Karen Morhen, whereas depending on the dlc outcome you will start elsewhere and have to find out how to reach your objective (not gonna mention spoilers).

    Combat is really satisfying when you get used to it, which doesn't take too long, especially when you start increasing the signs. Story was also pretty solid, one aspect I really love was how CDPR blended a fantasy game with basically a detective mode (Witcher senses) as this creates a whole other layer of depth and tests the intuition of the player. There's just way to much to say about this game, with the PS5 version of this with more added content, it's definitely a Masterpiece, unfortunately that word is overused in fandoms but here it's completely justified.    … Expand
  5. rendallio
    Mar 31, 2017
    10
    One of very few games I can comfortably say is 10/10. Detailed side quests, beautiful open worlds, fantastic story, great combat. Sets the bar not just for open world RPG's but every game. Hated fantasy RPG's before this and still have tried many since that I didn't like but this game is utterly amazing.
  6. jpacor
    Feb 12, 2018
    7
    Unpopular opinion, but I found The Witcher 3 to be incredibly average. Disclaimer: I tried playing Witcher 2 a few years back, but it was too difficult and complex for me.

    First off, Witcher 3 is much better and more accessible than 2, where the creation of potions, crafting, and use of traps is only required on higher difficulties. Now, the combat to me is still pretty boring: mostly    Unpopular opinion, but I found The Witcher 3 to be incredibly average. Disclaimer: I tried playing Witcher 2 a few years back, but it was too difficult and complex for me.

    First off, Witcher 3 is much better and more accessible than 2, where the creation of potions, crafting, and use of traps is only required on higher difficulties. Now, the combat to me is still pretty boring: mostly hack n slash, roll, and use some spells, but it is slow paced and clunky compared to other current action-RPGs. There are many exciting boss battles and combat sequences, but most of the combat is clunky and repetitive.

    That being said, the amount of content, open world, graphics and story of Witcher 3 are outstanding. There is so, so much to do, the story is engrossing with many choices that actually matter and impact the story, and I had the most fun exploring the open world. The side quests are also all meaningful, with unique scenarios and actually fleshed out characters (instead of fetch quests with carbon copy NPCs like almost every other action RPG). The story and exploration of the beautiful open world kept me going through the game, even if the combat was mostly boring for me.

    Overall, I would say the Witcher 3 is worth playing for fans of action-RPGs, and those looking for a good story in a game. However, if you are not a fan of the genre, this game won't sway you.    … Expand
  7. RandomWhorie
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    ¿Mejor juego de la historia o un ñordo sobrevalorado? yo digo lo primero pues lo segundo está reservado para la mayoría de juegos de Nintendo con sus MARIOnetas que ni es fontanero ni es na, pues juega a tenis/fútbol/baloncesto/golf/atletismo además es un complinche del otro salvaprincesas, LINKER a quien le pregunta dónde está Zelda y él responde: "¿quien cojones es Zelda?".
    El    ¿Mejor juego de la historia o un ñordo sobrevalorado? yo digo lo primero pues lo segundo está reservado para la mayoría de juegos de Nintendo con sus MARIOnetas que ni es fontanero ni es na, pues juega a tenis/fútbol/baloncesto/golf/atletismo además es un complinche del otro salvaprincesas, LINKER a quien le pregunta dónde está Zelda y él responde: "¿quien cojones es Zelda?".
    El videojuego del cual estoy puntuando aquí y ahora es espectacular se mire por donde se mire, desde los páramos desérticos sin nada hasta los bosques imponiendo yuyu repletos de monstruos, pasando por unos diálogos reforzados con letras diminutas pa que no se vea na de na, ¿para qué si la mayor parte del tiempo estás hablando con gente desconocida?
    A esto ya que saco el tema decir que hace falta sacarse algún novel de lectura o ser de letras o algo para entender la historia. Ya sé que está basado en un libro pero no es excusa para que no te lo cuenten bien, faltan una barbaridad de cosas y eso con su duración es imperdonable, muchas misiones mata-monstruos y cien-mil horas de diálogo para nada.
    Lo mejor es quizás su ambientación en éste aspecto recalcar que la versión Wild Hunt es más melancólica y funciona mejor con la historia comparadolo con su expansión Blood and Wine, pero igual está bien siendo una trama alternativa.
    En fin que me enrollo mas que las persianas de un burdel novigradense (toma gentilicio).    … Expand
  8. mixotic
    Oct 27, 2020
    6
    Don't spoil the party! This game has everything! Adventure! Excitement! More adventure and excitement! It's simply INCREDIBLE!!!
  9. il_fenomeno
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    Finished GOTY edition after 2 months and will just say Witcher 3 is an Absolute Masterpiece... Ignore those negative comments... Anyone 4 a round of Gwent? :)
  10. Rondinelli
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Ótimo game, foi meu cartão de entrada para os consoles em 2016, um ano após seu lançamento, um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempo.
  11. strawman_army
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    Currently on my third play through of this. It's quite simply the greatest RPG of the modern era, probably the greatest RPG since KOTOR (and I'm old enough to have played that when it came out). It's as close to flawless as a game can get, and I can't wait for Cyberpunk. Thank god for CD Project Red.
  12. hifumitogo
    Nov 22, 2017
    5
    Posted the review at the wrong game page and I was unable to delete the review, so I will just make a review on metacritic website instead. This website is pretty buggy as I can't delete my review and the confirmation email takes quite a long time to reach my email.
  13. bugratunay55
    Mar 6, 2018
    10
    No game can pass this game .I could say I fell in love with the game. My wish is for the new series.
  14. Dustwood
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    If you gave it below a 10 your simply dumb and if below a nine then stop playing video games because your retarded, best game ever made if you dont agree idc your stupid, simple as that.
  15. mat-k
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    i have no words, this game is amazing, the best RPG i have ever played in my live.
  16. mboscht
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt .
  17. BlackLotus
    Feb 20, 2020
    9
    You already know it's good. Massive world, lots of customization to character. The lore is very interesting as well. Highly recommend this game.
  18. alexslork
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Awsome game with a lot of nice features. Its a must have all of you who love RPGs. Graphics, fighting, exploring, mature storyline, a lot of quests, monsters. Its a must have.
  19. EptaEpt
    Sep 13, 2022
    0
    Sorry, but positive feedback is not available in your region. At least until your leadership changes the two-faced policy in their actions and statements.
  20. superpyro296
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    The witcher 3, compared to other RPG's, is in another category or level. Here, you have an open-world game that is filled with interesting and varied side quests. The main story is engaging and we have a good plot with interesting twists. The graphics are top notch also. So, that's why I find it fair to give a 10/10 to this game. I just completed the main story today (completed most of theThe witcher 3, compared to other RPG's, is in another category or level. Here, you have an open-world game that is filled with interesting and varied side quests. The main story is engaging and we have a good plot with interesting twists. The graphics are top notch also. So, that's why I find it fair to give a 10/10 to this game. I just completed the main story today (completed most of the side quests and contracts but left a lot of ? marks on the map unexplored). It took me around 96-100 hours.

    I really liked how each main area in this game had his unique charm (Velen, Novigrad and Skellige). In general, the game has a nice soundtrack too. However, even though I give a 10, this game is not perfect. There are a few minor glitches in the animations, contracts to kill monsters can get repetitive, the leveling system can be a bit odd and the fact that the game has different endings (which can be seen as an advantage) had some flaws here (won't put details here as I don't want to spoil anything).

    I rate this game as a 2015 game, so this is clearly a 10. In 2019, I can understand that the standards would be a little bit higher. However, honestly, I think it is tough to find a recent game who has the same quality as Witcher 3.    … Expand
  21. Faxthtax
    Jan 13, 2022
    4
    Game is Epic enough. Story is good enough for me.
    What is not so great and REALLY drags the score down is the gameplay and controls. I can not remember the last time i played a game with such poor controls and combat as this one.
    Walking, running, riding horse is a pain. Geralt seem to go his own way at times when you dont walk in a straight line. idle controls are too sharp. No lag    Game is Epic enough. Story is good enough for me.
    What is not so great and REALLY drags the score down is the gameplay and controls. I can not remember the last time i played a game with such poor controls and combat as this one.
    Walking, running, riding horse is a pain. Geralt seem to go his own way at times when you dont walk in a straight line. idle controls are too sharp. No lag (which it should have had) and completely back to 1990´s style. Ugh.
    Riding your horse (named Roach, short for cockroach in real life) in the wild is painful in places where there is small obstacles. Roach is pretty dumb, instead of just do a small jump over it, he decides instead to come to a complete halt or run and go nowhere because of an invisible wall. And you bump into those, small obstacles or a tiny ledge keeps you walking without passing it.

    Combat was already outdated when the game was released. A very bareboned system. Hack, slash, dodge and hope for the best. Fighting groups is hopeless, they all come at you and you keep dodging until you find an opening. Devoid of choices and tactics, the combat is completely one-dimensional and dull / frustrating.

    Story wise its okay. Geralt is your usual tough guy. But overall a boring guy.
    Best and most interesting character is Ciri.
    During your playtrough there is too many characters you bump into, but neither has any develpment or are someone you care for.
    Inventory, menu are too large, clunky and messy with so much you do not need to care for.

    CPR did better story wise with Cyberpunk, but the game was a mess, and this is not unique either when you favour in the bugs. They are there. plenty-full.

    The TV-Show is a much better view. Much better character development and story. And you are much better off watching that than playing this mediocre game.

    CD Project Red along side Sucker Punch is one of the most overrated game developers out there. They have yet to impress me with a good title that gives a complete compelling package.    … Expand
  22. mikeg218
    Oct 20, 2018
    4
    Great gameplay, giant maps, lots of different **** to do, hours of gameplay - but at the cost of your sanity. Apart from the inevitable glitching the f out - as with most games this size - the story-lines are annoyingly long and leave you no freedom to leave or load a previous save. There are a lot of points in which if you proceed, you will probably fail a secondary quest you have yet toGreat gameplay, giant maps, lots of different **** to do, hours of gameplay - but at the cost of your sanity. Apart from the inevitable glitching the f out - as with most games this size - the story-lines are annoyingly long and leave you no freedom to leave or load a previous save. There are a lot of points in which if you proceed, you will probably fail a secondary quest you have yet to complete. You'll be pressing the skip button for upwards of 5 minutes just to get through the excruciatingly long dialogue just so you can load back to a previous save point and complete the quests you missed. Then you have to sit through the tedious story line that plays between loads and when you switch to different maps in the game - probably in place because the load times take for-fecking-ever. Then there are times where you can't follow a quest line how you would prefer because the game makes it impossible to finish a story with a character once youve gone too far. Essentially, it forces you to take your sweet time going through the story lines in the game or else risk failing quests, which to my mind is incredibly frustrating.

    Overall, great game, but holy hell it is a very frustrating game. You need the patience of a saint in order to fully enjoy playing the game.
    Overall, yes the game is    … Expand
  23. Pipe_9696
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    El mejor videojuego de la historia... geralt, yeniffer, triss, todo es perfecto, narrativa, dirección, jugabilidad, ARTE. Incluso sus gráficos es como mirar una pintura clásica para deleitarse por minutos.
  24. Ringooo_boys
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    Конечно у игры есть проблемы в геймплейном и техническом плане, но их можно простить, так как подобных игр, сделанных с душой, очень мало.
  25. Thekiller76
    May 5, 2019
    10
    738 IDIOT FORNITE/PUBG FANS DISLIKED THIS MASTERPIECE!!!! PEOPLE IS SO FREAKING DUMB FOR REAL
  26. Bbplayer
    Nov 4, 2019
    9
    Amazing story and so much to do. They really out did themselves with this title. The only thing that kept this from a 10 was the fact that I personally had a side quest break and become un-completable. This game is a must play.
  27. kaancag
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    This review is done in 2020, after 3 replays over 4 years. Witcher 3 still stands out in narrative, storyline, atmosphere. The game is immense with low repetition compared to other open world games. Gameplay becomes outdated each year however playing on Death March difficulty gives a great satisfaction. Imagine spending 30 minutes on a contract, preparing the correct potions, bombs,This review is done in 2020, after 3 replays over 4 years. Witcher 3 still stands out in narrative, storyline, atmosphere. The game is immense with low repetition compared to other open world games. Gameplay becomes outdated each year however playing on Death March difficulty gives a great satisfaction. Imagine spending 30 minutes on a contract, preparing the correct potions, bombs, decotations and oils, the proceeding with the kill. Feels like becoming a witcher for real!… Expand
  28. Zorjeik
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    Игра просто топ, всем советую! Особенно дополнение кровь и вино, если нужна долгая и интересная игра, то ведьмак 3 это определённо ваш выбор!
  29. lloydzx211
    Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Had a great time playing time with interesting stryline and side quests. -2 for many lags and too long loadings. (I have PS4 pro)
  30. Przemun1304
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    I am proud that my compatriots made so unbelievable beautiful game !
    The best open world game I have ever played in my life.
    Story is amazing, graphics, atmosphere. Polish masterpiece !
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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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