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  1. May 20, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3 is the best game on the market .Camera is fine if you used to playing on console.
    Game is hard but fair. If you want a mature story and hard moral choices this is game for you.
  2. May 20, 2015
    10
    This will go down as one of the best rpg's ever created. It's mind blowing in scope and quality and very refreshing. This is a harsh, realistic and brutal world. Perfection is this game.
  3. May 20, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best fantasy RPG games created till date, better than Dragon Age, better than Skyrim. Whereas I loved Skyrim (spent approx 100hrs in the game), Witcher 3 feels more "adult" and your decisions taken in the game have more impact on your surroundings. Love the universe, love the graphics. Whereas downgraded the game still looks stunning on PS4, especially considering theThis is one of the best fantasy RPG games created till date, better than Dragon Age, better than Skyrim. Whereas I loved Skyrim (spent approx 100hrs in the game), Witcher 3 feels more "adult" and your decisions taken in the game have more impact on your surroundings. Love the universe, love the graphics. Whereas downgraded the game still looks stunning on PS4, especially considering the huge scale and complexity of the world here. Many times during gameplay I just stop to admire the landscapes. Gameplay wise everything works smoothly, in fact Ive had some issues with too sensitive camera while starting the game but changed the custom controller camera set up here (fixed the sticks sensitivity to 0.80-0.85) and since then everything have been working perfect. I would recommend to do it for anyone having problems with "weird" camera in the game, should help a lot. This game never feels boring, the world is full of quests and places to discover, you will not find the dull side quests from Dragon Age. Overall this is a superb game which should keep you entertained for 100+ hrs. Great job CDP Red! 10/10 Expand
  4. May 20, 2015
    10
    The story, the world, the characters - all are well designed, well written. This alone should be enough for you to invest in this game. Everybody has been hyped for a good reason - it really is that great. There are some minor technical difficulties (sometimes less than perfect frame rate, some lesser than expected environment details, npc paths) - you could call that "rough around theThe story, the world, the characters - all are well designed, well written. This alone should be enough for you to invest in this game. Everybody has been hyped for a good reason - it really is that great. There are some minor technical difficulties (sometimes less than perfect frame rate, some lesser than expected environment details, npc paths) - you could call that "rough around the edges". But thats all. Nothing is perfect in this world, this game is no exception. Witcher 3 is one of the best games in recent years. Highly recommended - you won't be dissapointed. Expand
  5. May 20, 2015
    10
    Best PS4 game I have played. Fantastic storyline, great graphics, fun gameplay, HUGE environment. There are tons of things to do besides the main storyline like sidequests, contracts, each with their own interesting, fun stories. You certainly can feel that the world around you is alive.
  6. May 20, 2015
    10
    Yes there is some lag and yes it takes time to get use to the camera but it is a amazing experience and definitely worth the hype, i have put already 30 hours in and dont regret it. I also pre-ordered the collectors edition so i got a few bonuses but its worth your money and believe it deserves a game of the year. ( My opinion)
  7. May 20, 2015
    10
    For all pessimists: this is not Dragon Age or glitched, easy Skyrim. This is a mature game with a great story, based on a rich, wonderful prose of Andrzej Sapkowski (highly recommended). Huge world, artwork, dialogues is a masterpiece. The game is not easy but people forget such productions as Fallout 1, 2, Baldur's Gate, in Europe Gothic 1, 2. Great game. Good job CDP Red. (Sorry for my english)
  8. May 20, 2015
    10
    Great game! I wish it had Russian Voice over and text on Ps4 too as it does on PC. Huge Open world game. Haven't left starting area yet! wish they allowed some sort of material or items just to make cash most of junk I re-polish into materials. Kind of sad because I have to go to work tomorrow.. Can't stop playing the game:)
  9. May 20, 2015
    10
    CD PROJEKT RED you deep respect for all of the Witcher, but what you have done daungred graphics? Even in 2014, the game looked much better. Ah ... I'm very disappointed in you, and I would like to see you do better graphics at least a year? Because I'm not going to play this version. version for consoles ...

    Why are you so with the fans? That is with you since 2007? Or maybe even
    CD PROJEKT RED you deep respect for all of the Witcher, but what you have done daungred graphics? Even in 2014, the game looked much better. Ah ... I'm very disappointed in you, and I would like to see you do better graphics at least a year? Because I'm not going to play this version. version for consoles ...

    Why are you so with the fans? That is with you since 2007? Or maybe even earlier. It originally came out Witcher for PC. To hell with Rockstar, they need the money, but you do it? If the console can not draw such a picture , why do not you do this for the PC what was?

    Ah ... CDPR what you've done , I'm very much cried when I realized that you did downgrade the graphics ... the whole atmosphere lost . Maybe I do not understand , but one thing I know ... Money talks , yes, talks in this age of **** money and connections . I am very disappointed , because I have never doubted and always has been for you. But from that moment , my faith in you shaken.

    CD PROJEKT RED I will still be with you, but just more do not do it , I'm sick and not me alone , have a lot of PC gamers.

    PCMASTERRACE!
    YOBAMUSTDIE!

    This is the best game , it would be better only CD PROJEKT RED.
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  10. May 20, 2015
    10
    So what can i say about Witcher 3? Just great game, must buy and must play. I fall in love in this universum, star reading books thanks do Witcher 1 7years ago(i think), then got great time in Witcher 2 and Witcher 3 is great ending for this trilogy :)
  11. May 20, 2015
    10
    all about the game has been told so far in countless reviews, so ill just point these subtle things that make it much better than dragon-age-inquisition-like games :
    -customizable hud - you want to fully sink into the world, why not disabling a map and instead start asking for directions around, same goes with inventory, hints etc - huge plus for that
    -no more dull 'get 10 shards' side
    all about the game has been told so far in countless reviews, so ill just point these subtle things that make it much better than dragon-age-inquisition-like games :
    -customizable hud - you want to fully sink into the world, why not disabling a map and instead start asking for directions around, same goes with inventory, hints etc - huge plus for that
    -no more dull 'get 10 shards' side quest - right now a side quest is a non-forced little story that makes this game even more 'real' and you will quickly find out that nothing is black or white :)
    -no more saving the world hurr durr - Geralt is a monster-hunter, not a prophet, world saver or some other nonsense - the main quest is personal, remember The last of us ?
    -reality - you cant jump off the cliff with a horse ;))), you jump off from ~7meters as Geralt = youre dead, doesnt matter how much health you have
    -fighting ! its somehow similiar to shadow of mordor, yet a little bit less responsive, but requires a skill and tactical approach (as every enemy fights in other manner)
    -medieval lenguage (at least in my lenguage version) - its A M A I Z I N G while it comes to building an atmosphere
    -truly dark fantasy vibe - if you find a thief, he'll get hanged on a tree - no merciful 2nd chance **** like in other rpgs
    -the world is huge and full of things to explore

    the only con i have found is that you cannot attack civilians/nonhostiles - and sometimes they are pretty disrespectful during the conversation - a punch in the face would be a great use here, and would fit the storytelling perfectly but you cannot do it :(
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  12. May 20, 2015
    10
    The best review for this game is that i started it last night, at 7pm and turned it off today at 6am, because i had to prepare for work. It's been years since any game hooked me like this one. Gorgeous world, fantastic dialogs, immersive story, huge improvement in voice acting area since W2, gameplay, the amount of content, places to explore, and ofc, effin Geralt of Rivia, one of the bestThe best review for this game is that i started it last night, at 7pm and turned it off today at 6am, because i had to prepare for work. It's been years since any game hooked me like this one. Gorgeous world, fantastic dialogs, immersive story, huge improvement in voice acting area since W2, gameplay, the amount of content, places to explore, and ofc, effin Geralt of Rivia, one of the best fantasy heroes of all time. I have to salute to Andrzej Sapkowski, because he crafted unforgettable world with amaizing characters.

    Don't listen to kids, that cries about "downgrade", game is still beautiful. PC gamers can tweak some settings and use stuff like Reshader or Sweet FX. It looks stunning and the storm, oh my god, the storm in this game is effin amizing, just can't describe it. Ofc we can argue about texture and lightning quality in some places, but with game of that scope it is impossible for it to be 100% perfect.

    I 100% recommend You this game. If You are a gamer and especially a RPG fan, You just CAN NOT MISS THAT TITLE.

    To CD Projekt RED, You have done outstanding job, this is a worthy conclusion of Geralt story, salute. I bought today Your season pass, because I know, You will not fail me.
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  13. May 19, 2015
    9
    They take the Witcher 2 (which I would give a 9/10) and improve on everything. The quests are even better than its predecessors and the open world makes it feel more like the novels.
  14. May 19, 2015
    10
    After 14hours of gameplay i give 10/10. Game is HUGE!!! better then skirym GTAV. Best game of Playstation 4 so far. Best rpg i was ever played. very good game.
  15. May 19, 2015
    10
    This is the example of gameplay > graphics. Yes, CD Projekt downgraded the graphics, but the gameplay is simply perfect and make up for it. The size of map is monstrous, is not one gigantic map, but a lot of big map, no man's land feels like the size of skyrim. The OST is right on the money, every moment feels like an epic adventure. You've got a lot of mini-games and side-quests and theThis is the example of gameplay > graphics. Yes, CD Projekt downgraded the graphics, but the gameplay is simply perfect and make up for it. The size of map is monstrous, is not one gigantic map, but a lot of big map, no man's land feels like the size of skyrim. The OST is right on the money, every moment feels like an epic adventure. You've got a lot of mini-games and side-quests and the thing that made it perfect for me was for such an incredible world the loading screens are quite small. Expand
  16. May 19, 2015
    10
    What separates Witcher series from rest of the so-called "Dark Fantasy for Adults" is that there is almost no censorship. From adult dialogues filled with swear words and dark themes to full nudity, CD Projekt Red always has shown what dark fantasy truly. And Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is no exception. Unlike the semi-open world of previous game, W3 is features fully open world with beautifulWhat separates Witcher series from rest of the so-called "Dark Fantasy for Adults" is that there is almost no censorship. From adult dialogues filled with swear words and dark themes to full nudity, CD Projekt Red always has shown what dark fantasy truly. And Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is no exception. Unlike the semi-open world of previous game, W3 is features fully open world with beautiful sceneries, day and night cycle featuring amazing sunset/rise, and interesting people to meet. You will travel various locations, including forest, mountains, underwater, across the seas, caves, and catacombs.

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

    If you weren't satisfied with Dragon Age: Inquisition, this is the game I highly recommend. 16 free DLCs aren't common these days, you know?
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  17. May 19, 2015
    9
    Game is very good. The developer is the best, giving out 16 DLCs for free, as every developer should do. The only problem are the controls and camera, which they should improve asap. If this is fixed then the score should be a round 10! Thanks cd projekt red!
  18. May 19, 2015
    10
    Com on !!! Users Giving rate below 5 to this game , because there are many buttons ? or features ?
    Yea I know there are many things at First to learn , but each and every thing has its own unique to get used in Game Play !!!!
    I owned Dark Souls 2 , Dragon Age , Lords of Fallen & they were all Crap ! Game play were terrible , Story mode horrible ! But This Witcher is something Else
    Com on !!! Users Giving rate below 5 to this game , because there are many buttons ? or features ?
    Yea I know there are many things at First to learn , but each and every thing has its own unique to get used in Game Play !!!!

    I owned Dark Souls 2 , Dragon Age , Lords of Fallen & they were all Crap ! Game play were terrible , Story mode horrible ! But This Witcher is something Else Believe me .....
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  19. May 19, 2015
    5
    This game is like every other game out right now -- it's a bigger, better version of Shadow of Mordor, GTA 5, Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Arkham City (open world, questing, simple enemies even on hardest difficulty, et al.) If you don't see the similarities in those types of games yet, or you're not bored by them, then you might still like this. For everyone else, don't believe the hypeThis game is like every other game out right now -- it's a bigger, better version of Shadow of Mordor, GTA 5, Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Arkham City (open world, questing, simple enemies even on hardest difficulty, et al.) If you don't see the similarities in those types of games yet, or you're not bored by them, then you might still like this. For everyone else, don't believe the hype and save your money. Expand
  20. May 19, 2015
    9
    This game will make my wife a gaming widow. Like Skyrim and the Dragon Age series, I'm looking forward to spending a great deal of time enjoying my stay in Geralt's world and seeing where it takes me. The PC version looks breathe-taking and plays really nice on my Alienware. It will probably be the one game that I will play all summer......just hope that the ending is more satisfying thanThis game will make my wife a gaming widow. Like Skyrim and the Dragon Age series, I'm looking forward to spending a great deal of time enjoying my stay in Geralt's world and seeing where it takes me. The PC version looks breathe-taking and plays really nice on my Alienware. It will probably be the one game that I will play all summer......just hope that the ending is more satisfying than Mass Effect 3. Expand
  21. May 19, 2015
    10
    Created an account just to review this game. Killed a griffin on first attempt, nearly drowned to death trying to get out of the cave at the bottom of the well. 10/10.

    But seriously, the controls can be an issue at times but it doesn't detract from the game overall. It doesn't hinder the combat in any way. 10 or so hours in, haven't left White Orchard. This game is already the best game
    Created an account just to review this game. Killed a griffin on first attempt, nearly drowned to death trying to get out of the cave at the bottom of the well. 10/10.

    But seriously, the controls can be an issue at times but it doesn't detract from the game overall. It doesn't hinder the combat in any way. 10 or so hours in, haven't left White Orchard. This game is already the best game of this generation. Buy it. As soon as you can.
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  22. May 19, 2015
    10
    There's really nothing bad to report with The Witcher 3. The graphics are simply stupendous and a cut above what you're used to with open world RPGs, running at full 1080p. As for the open world, it's absolutely massive, with so much to see and do. You have the main quest, which is told with superbly production values thanks to excellent voice acting, nicely detailed faces, and goodThere's really nothing bad to report with The Witcher 3. The graphics are simply stupendous and a cut above what you're used to with open world RPGs, running at full 1080p. As for the open world, it's absolutely massive, with so much to see and do. You have the main quest, which is told with superbly production values thanks to excellent voice acting, nicely detailed faces, and good animations for the most part. Then you also have the side quests, which unlike many other RPGs where the side quests merely feel like filler, there's a lot more to them here - many of the side quests feel like self-contained stories with satisfying payoffs. In terms of the gameplay, you'll be exploring this massive world, collecting loot, leveling up, unlocking new abilities, and doing everything one would expect from a modern day RPG. Then there's the combat, which may seem different than you're used to at first, and may seem more challenging than some other RPGs since the combat seems to be a lot more animated than most RPGs, but once you master it - and you will - you will love it. I especially love how you can either roll away from enemy attack, block them, parry them, or my favorite, sidestep them stylishly. All in all, The Witcher 3 is a game that every PS4 owner should own. Expand
  23. May 19, 2015
    10
    Enthralled, one of my most anticipated games of 2015 and lived up to my expectations. The game is captivating visual and music which creates a true atmosphere thus creates a level of immersion and depth to the plot which acorrding to me most of open world games lacks.
    Although the game technical issues but seeing it's gigantic size and detail. And not to forget the strong support of one
    Enthralled, one of my most anticipated games of 2015 and lived up to my expectations. The game is captivating visual and music which creates a true atmosphere thus creates a level of immersion and depth to the plot which acorrding to me most of open world games lacks.
    Although the game technical issues but seeing it's gigantic size and detail. And not to forget the strong support of one of the honest developers of my time CD Projekt Red
    All the themes shown are clear and uncut, the decision making set a new standard in non linear storyline but maintain its cohesiveness.
    As a whole Witcher 3 is one of the best games of 2015 which never forces you anything but allows you to savour it at your own pace.
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  24. May 19, 2015
    9
    Excellent game in storytelling and amazing combat, but the camera is incredibly jerky/laggy with just simply walking around. Fast travel is also pointlessly difficult, idk why you wouldn't just be able to fast travel from anywhere outside, which is a pretty general rule for RPG's. Still, the horse riding is a blast, which makes up for it, its essentially straight out of Red Dead, even aExcellent game in storytelling and amazing combat, but the camera is incredibly jerky/laggy with just simply walking around. Fast travel is also pointlessly difficult, idk why you wouldn't just be able to fast travel from anywhere outside, which is a pretty general rule for RPG's. Still, the horse riding is a blast, which makes up for it, its essentially straight out of Red Dead, even a horse whistle. All in all, this game is incredible, however, a few issues along the way prevent it from being perfect. Expand
  25. May 19, 2015
    9
    I have to say, I am pretty impressed with this game so far. The voice acting is superb and it has great story telling that really moves the game forward. The graphics are really nice and the world is HUGE. Just massive. I like that you start off with some decent abilities as well as a mount needed to traverse the world. So far, the only thing I don't like about it is that its much easierI have to say, I am pretty impressed with this game so far. The voice acting is superb and it has great story telling that really moves the game forward. The graphics are really nice and the world is HUGE. Just massive. I like that you start off with some decent abilities as well as a mount needed to traverse the world. So far, the only thing I don't like about it is that its much easier to find the quest area than it is to find the people responsible for it . Example: I got a quest from a bulletin board (how original, right?) and went to the quest area. Once I was there, I forgot something that I needed and had to go back to the village and find the person who I spoke to about said quest. It was really difficult to find this person as there is no marker that labels who it was. The marker only shows you the objective on the world map. But this is such a minute complaint. The Witcher 3 surpassed my expectations and is a definite must play for anyone who enjoys a challenging rpg that is rich in story as well as game play. 9/10 Expand
  26. May 19, 2015
    7
    The game is good but its not as good as skyrim.or fallout 3 not even close it is a must play though especially on this current gen, pick it up you'll be glad you did
  27. May 19, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is so huge!!.The game is really fun the combat fun as well Best RPG ever made.the graphics on ps4 are wonderful.side quests fun no bugs at all!! Expand
  28. May 19, 2015
    10
    I am enjoying this Wtcher as much as the previous installments of the Series. I like the open word the horse back riding while decapitating enemies. I like the Witcher Contracts aspect, it feels now you are doing what his profession is.
  29. May 19, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. Good optimization (stable 30 fps on GTX760), beautiful stunning graphics, realistic and brutal, deep rpg and customization system, some old school elements.
    I'm in love.
  30. May 19, 2015
    10
    amazing game. The best RPG game i have ever plated. You can do so much in this amazing world with good story telling and characters. This is the best game o problemy have ever played.
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 79
  2. 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. 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.