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  1. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    been playing this for 5 years, I confirm that this game is a 10/10. The history, gameplay, world everything is perfect
  2. Jan 2, 2016
    10
    Combining the high fantasy from the first game and the breathtaking storytelling from the sequel, Witcher 3 is is the greatest payoff game ever created. What may seem like an overwhelming amount of content to most is really the greatest strength of the game, and shows what other developers lack. CDProjectRed has created a world that is so interesting, well-written, and graphically stunningCombining the high fantasy from the first game and the breathtaking storytelling from the sequel, Witcher 3 is is the greatest payoff game ever created. What may seem like an overwhelming amount of content to most is really the greatest strength of the game, and shows what other developers lack. CDProjectRed has created a world that is so interesting, well-written, and graphically stunning that one would blame them for NOT creating hours and hours of content for it. It's this content that gives the game life, of the likes which gaming has never seen before. NPC's aren't just there to take up space, each one has a purpose and many have something unique and interesting to say. And this isn't just walls of text as you run from one NPC to the next, this is living, breathing dialogue that is delivered convincingly, as if it were a film. One thing is for certain about Witcher 3, and that is that one never questions the authenticity of the world.

    The story continues to show CDProjectRed's growth as storytellers, improving on Witcher 2's already impressive writing. While the ending was a bit underwhelming, the journey to get there was emotional and riveting from even the smallest of side-quests.

    Witcher 3 is one of the grandest achievements in gaming, and is one of the few titles in existence that really makes me proud to be a gamer.
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  3. Sep 22, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3 is one the games that you will remember for years. Extremely addictive with lots of stuff to do that never feel repetitive. It makes you wanna come back for more. Essential for every action/ rpg gamer for an ultimate story, action, graphic experience.
  4. Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Despite the downgrade, Game of the Year contender without a doubt! The creators put amazing amount of details in every mission, I never had the feeling that the missions are repetitive. The leveling and crafting systems are great, the combat is more fluid, simple but hard to master at the same time. Every side mission is fun to do, unlike other open world games nowadays. And the Gwent miniDespite the downgrade, Game of the Year contender without a doubt! The creators put amazing amount of details in every mission, I never had the feeling that the missions are repetitive. The leveling and crafting systems are great, the combat is more fluid, simple but hard to master at the same time. Every side mission is fun to do, unlike other open world games nowadays. And the Gwent mini game... is Fantastic!
    If you do not have this game yet, go out and get it!
    PS: This game needs to be played on hard mode at least! It's too easy on easy and normal mode, only on hard mode you can really feel the meaning of sings, potions, oils, bombs.
    Now get out and hunt!
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  5. Mar 3, 2016
    10
    I'll be 30 years old in a week. Played a lot of games in my life, since when I was 5, and my love for games is something I imagine doing, for the rest of my life.

    When you get older and older, you start to see thing beyond just the game itself, you start paying attention to more things, just out of experience or maturity. You just start to see and appreciate things differently from when
    I'll be 30 years old in a week. Played a lot of games in my life, since when I was 5, and my love for games is something I imagine doing, for the rest of my life.

    When you get older and older, you start to see thing beyond just the game itself, you start paying attention to more things, just out of experience or maturity. You just start to see and appreciate things differently from when you were younger. Well, it applies for everything in life. But, as a gamer, I can say with all my heart, that the people behind CD Projekt RED, made something special, revolutionary, unique, and beyond everything most developers nowadays, "do".

    The game is amazing in ALL aspect that go much further the game itself. It is a example to be followed. The people that made it happen deserves all our respect and ADMIRATION.

    They didn't create just a "game". They gave us a experience, and, a memory to be carried for the rest of our lives.
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  6. Sep 28, 2015
    10
    Awesome game. Lots of stuff to do. Side missions are interesting and not boring.
    Spent more than 100hrs on this game.This is truly a must own game! GOTY
  7. Sep 30, 2015
    10
    dame, the only game on ps4 I got platinum trophy, awesome game. Well, few bugs and lags to be honest, but it does not affect the quality of the game. love it so much
  8. Aug 9, 2016
    10
    Удивительная игра! Глубокая, тонкая. С вниманием к деталям. Погружение и атмосферность зашкаливает. Шедевр!
  9. Mar 19, 2017
    10
    This is not one of those hollow 10/10 scores. The Witcher 3 truly deserves it. This game is the apotheosis of everything the game industry has to give.
  10. Oct 3, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is HANDS DOWN THE BEST GAME I HAVE EVER PLAYED!. I had never even heard of Witcher 1&2 before this game, I thought it would be some crap series in which the developers just milk and milk. WELL! No this game has the BEST voice acting, MUSIC SOUNDTRACK, characters are too intriguing you can't help but too find out more about them. Now wait a second... Skyrim isThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is HANDS DOWN THE BEST GAME I HAVE EVER PLAYED!. I had never even heard of Witcher 1&2 before this game, I thought it would be some crap series in which the developers just milk and milk. WELL! No this game has the BEST voice acting, MUSIC SOUNDTRACK, characters are too intriguing you can't help but too find out more about them. Now wait a second... Skyrim is going to be the game I'm comparing it too... Yes it's old now however that game has in my eyes beaten all recent games in the genre... Witcher 3 has Raised the bar and taken the crown from Bethesda's Skyrim. The locations, Landscape designs, WEATHER EFFECTS ARE PERFECTLY ON POINT that the trees just almost rip out of the ground at such windy rainy stormy weather, Movigraad is one of the most beautiful cities created in any video game Architectually wise, and interactive wise ( hair cuts, Baths, Bars, Halls, Markets, Love house, city square which includes a band playing very nice music in a very social area where merchants/Black smiths are selling their goods. The combat is crazy insane, having to use magic, potions, swords, dodge and roll in such quick times. You Role Play as A legend Geralt Of Rivia who is such an honour to play as, now there are novels from before GAME OF THRONES was even created which SHUT DOWN THE HATERS OF THIS GAME FOR SAYING ITS A COMPLETE COPY! (I love game of thrones) The Lore this Witcher has throughout characters, paintings, locations especially real life myths and legends which enables you too wanting to research. The in game bestiary was my best friend containing a long in depth info about each different any and what effects mostly. Crafting is something too addictive just like in skyrim I'd call it a tie in crafting wise aswell as the master crafting upgrading. The Witcher 3 is hands down my game of the year, hopefully The game of the year, considering I 100% complete nearly all my games on Consoles and this game just stands out the most. FALLOUT 4, UNTIL DAWN, BLOODBORNE, METAL GEAR SOLID which is a fantastic all rounding game, Are my picks for runner ups of game of the year, homstely Witcher 3 is just the best. The feels I had with skyrim 5 years ago is how I feel with Witcher 3 and I'm sure in another 5+ years there will be better. For now, Wicther 3 game of the year 2015 Expand
  11. Nov 9, 2015
    10
    1. Gorgeous graphics despite having been trimmed(goddamit consoles)
    2. In-depth character illustration and development, this can be said not only to the main characters but also minor characters. (even those least important side quest givers have their own backgrounds, which most other RPGs dont really care about nowadays)
    3. Perfect, flawless cinematography and directing, in every
    1. Gorgeous graphics despite having been trimmed(goddamit consoles)
    2. In-depth character illustration and development, this can be said not only to the main characters but also minor characters. (even those least important side quest givers have their own backgrounds, which most other RPGs dont really care about nowadays)
    3. Perfect, flawless cinematography and directing, in every single quest you can get, including side quests, making every encounter and event unique, thus further amplifies the sense of feedback and reward to the players. (of course, apart from the smuggler's treasures loot hunt map fillers)
    4. challenging but fair combat, even on Death March difficulty. Sometimes I even felt like playing darksouls, which centers on learning every moves of different enemies and designing your counter-measures base on the items you have and the skills and signs you gained.
    5. Engaging music, not your mundane heroic symphony which you can hear in almost every other big RPG titles these days. Witcher 3's score is more pagan and wild,also very blood-boiling, just the extra buff you need when facing an ancient leshen or fiend in a foggy, murky slavic forest.
    6. Humorously written. Let's face it, we've had enough of the blank face standard hero templates in RPGs. Witcher 3's dialogue is not only masterfully written but also can be extremely hilarious when it needs to be.

    with Fallout 4 already out now, and having played both games, it's safe to say that Witcher 3: Wild Hunt doesn't fall behind at all, and even surpasses Fallout 4 in certain ways.

    10/10
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  12. Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Melhor jogo de 2015, quiçá o melhor da geração até o momento. Estória envolvente, excelentes gráficos e um boa jogabilidade fazem deste jogo compra obrigatória!
  13. Oct 7, 2015
    10
    The Witcher 3 is a excellent game that has both great characters and story. Not all of it is perfect though, for example the world isn't the best to explore to say Skyrim. There just isn't that much to gain from exploring as the items you get aren't that interesting. Mostly its just to get upgrades for your gear, potions and etc. The quests however are easily the best thing I loved aboutThe Witcher 3 is a excellent game that has both great characters and story. Not all of it is perfect though, for example the world isn't the best to explore to say Skyrim. There just isn't that much to gain from exploring as the items you get aren't that interesting. Mostly its just to get upgrades for your gear, potions and etc. The quests however are easily the best thing I loved about this game. The main quests are pretty good and interesting enough to make you want to keep going. The side quests are great there's just a lot of variety in them despite most of them being focused on hunting monsters. The monsters you hunt will rarely be the same kind that you hunt from a different contract. The stories are way more interesting in these side quests than other open world RPGs as I actually did care what was happening. The pros far outweigh the cons and is easily a GOTY contender Expand
  14. Nov 12, 2015
    10
    I have played over 100 hours of Witcher 3 and still have so much to explore, so many witcher contracts, so many secondary quests to fulfil and all of this is a.... MARVELLOUS THING :-)

    I have been a gamer since the days of Pong and can assure you that if you give this game the chance to court you with its dazzling charm, incredible world, fun missions and engrossing characters then you
    I have played over 100 hours of Witcher 3 and still have so much to explore, so many witcher contracts, so many secondary quests to fulfil and all of this is a.... MARVELLOUS THING :-)

    I have been a gamer since the days of Pong and can assure you that if you give this game the chance to court you with its dazzling charm, incredible world, fun missions and engrossing characters then you will be treated to one of the greatest video games ever made. I almost feel sorry for anyone who misses out on this. CD Projeckt Red have shown how to make a next gen open world RPG along with the commitment to regular patches and quality DLC.

    The combat is great once you get the hang of it and I found the upgrading system to work just fine driving you to want to get to that next ability point to spend. The game allows you to play it as you want. You can move seamlessly from main mission to mission progressing the story at a good pace where the excellent mapping system makes it easy for you to know where to go without getting lost and frustrated. At the same time the secondary quests are some of the best leading to interesting character development and handsome rewards. I found myself playing a few missions then following the urge to get on my horse and just explore the incredibly beautiful open world where you always run into interesting discoveries.
    Overall I would rate this game as 9.8 out of 10 and say that it is the best game out on PS4 and yes that includes fallout 4 and MGSV go get some Witcher!!!
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  15. Oct 30, 2016
    10
    You know a game is pretty good when it's dlc (Blood and Wine) is literally better than most full games out there right now just on its own.

    One of the best games I think I've ever played, and that's not praise that I give out lightly
  16. Oct 20, 2015
    10
    Initially, I read many reviews on Witcher 3: Wild Hunt before making a decision to purchase it. Metacritic is one of the first place I read up on games as I find user reviews a more honest assessment. After reading both negative and positive reviews, I took the plunge and bought this game. All I can say is I am so glad I did, as it is one of the richest and rewarding games I haveInitially, I read many reviews on Witcher 3: Wild Hunt before making a decision to purchase it. Metacritic is one of the first place I read up on games as I find user reviews a more honest assessment. After reading both negative and positive reviews, I took the plunge and bought this game. All I can say is I am so glad I did, as it is one of the richest and rewarding games I have experienced since I started playing video games back in the 80's.

    I will start by writing off many of the negative opinions I read on this site. One common gripe was the control mechanics. I won't lie, the Witcher 3 feels slightly different to other games, some would say clunky and irritating. I couldn't quite put my finger on why this was so, until I played a remake of Resident Evil1 and then went back to the Witcher. It feels clunky to some people because of one thing - physics. In real life, if you run or sprint, realistically you cannot just stop dead in your tracks, like in most games. There is something called momentum which will take you a bit further in the direction you were running. The Witcher 3 is realistic in this way as if you are running and then stop running, Geralt will take another step or two to stop. Also, the left analog stick independently controls the pace of your movement. So if you want to walk, you slant the analog stick slightly in the preferred direction. To run, you tilt it the full way. Many games have a button to toggle walk and run, (which in my opinion is outdated) and I think this where the frustration comes in. The only other mechanic/button used to toggle movement speed is to sprint, which is x (Cannot be used indefinitely as sprint is determined by the amount of stamina you have). Ultimately, there is nothing wrong with the controls, you just have to adjust to it. The mistake people make is that in a very populated environment, like in a thick forest or even in a building with lots of walls, people tend to start running immediately which will end them up face first into a wall or tree, then they still moan and say the control mechanics are to blame.

    The second biggest gripe I read about was the 'flat' landscape and environment. I don't think these people have ever been outside because most of our planet is generally flat. If you have ever played Red Dead Redemption, the landscape is very similar, especially the first huge area you get to explore. Later in the game where you reach the Skellige Isles, the landscape becomes noticeably a lot more mountainous and dangerous, which high peaks, canyons and generally a more hostile environment. Ultimately, the world they have created in Witcher 3 is extremely realistic. We also need to realize that to travel faster to unknown areas, you go on horseback. It would not make sense to have this extremely jagged landscape as it would be impossible to even use horseback as a means of transport. If anything, the landscape is one of the pros in this game.

    The only problem I have had with this game so far, (and they have probably fixed it with a patch by now as I have noticed a few other minor things being fixed) is the very beginning of the game after you leave White Orchard, there is an area in Novigrad, where the music seems intermittent, almost like a skipping disc. I remember reading someone complaining about this. For me, it only lasted a few minutes, but never again since then and I am at the end of the game. I think people got the idea that the whole game had this issue, where it does not. Annoying at the time, but like I say an issue they have probably fixed.

    On to the positives. I could literally write an essay on how incredible this game is in every aspect, but I will touch on each briefly. The graphics are mind blowing. You can see it was a labor of love, every single thing in this game looks handcrafted, the detail is simply amazing. The environments are full of life, and from an cosmetic point of view, the characters and objects in the world are believable which creates an immersion I have not experienced in a long time. It is a rich world, teeming with life, just wanting to be explored.

    The story and dialogue is probably the best I have experienced in an RPG, and I have played and finished many RPGs including games like Baldurs Gate, Final Fantasy, Elder Scrolls series and many more. This simply is top of the bunch in that respect, I'd say Skyrim is a close second.

    The quest system is diverse and the actual quests themselves are interesting and backed with the aforementioned well driven dialogue and stories, none of them have been a tedious task to complete. In some games, all the 'impressive stuff' is at the beginning , but as the game progresses the lack of content and diversification seems to show through. Not with this game, in fact it is the opposite. The more you play this game, the more interesting the quests become and the more you get sucked in.

    This game is an absolute gem, if you haven't got it, I suggest getting it ASAP.
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  17. Oct 29, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played in my life, and I have played a lot of games.

    Beautiful jaw dropping graphics, amazing story, great dialogue, solid characters, and fun combat.

    Another nice thing, challenge is optional, you can make the game hard or easy, your call.
  18. Dec 30, 2015
    10
    Pros:

    Just about everything about this game is incredible. Even with the unfortunate graphical downgrade it still looks amazing. The story, characters, and setting are just incredible and lifelike, this game really pulled me into its world. A single playthrough will take you about 70-80 hours if you rush, and can easily break 100 hours if you explore everything. CD Projekt Red are my
    Pros:

    Just about everything about this game is incredible. Even with the unfortunate graphical downgrade it still looks amazing. The story, characters, and setting are just incredible and lifelike, this game really pulled me into its world. A single playthrough will take you about 70-80 hours if you rush, and can easily break 100 hours if you explore everything.

    CD Projekt Red are my favorite developer right now, for good reason. Not just for the quality work they've done with the Witcher series but also because of their business practices. They continued to support the game by releasing free DLC which included new armor sets, hair/facial hair options, outfits for other NPCs, weaponry, AND new quests. All that for free, in this day and age? It's wonderful. In addition, they are releasing 2 expansion packs. Actual expansion packs with new locations, characters, storylines, and so many more hours of content. They really lift my spirits when seemingly almost every other developer/publisher wants to just defecate out a game, and support it for a limited time with paid DLC.

    Cons:

    The only downside to this game that I see most people complain about is the combat. I can understand why, it is sort of basic. You're essentially limited to swords (although there are axes, their stats are almost always outclassed by Witcher swords) and the crossbows are more of a tool to stumble enemies/bring down flying enemies. But there are some other ways to make combat more interesting. Witcher signs (spells) that you can cast, and potions to collect and craft. All in all it was good enough for me.
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  19. Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Technically, the Witcher 3 is the best game so far.
    Every aspect of it works great and im not surprised that the game is currently the most popular game to become GOTY. I played this game the hardest level through, but still the game experience wasn't matched up to Bloodborne.
  20. Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Witcher 3 is amazing. It is the best game for me this year. Nothing can come eve close to it.
    Developers took everything to next level. I just finished Heart of Stone. What an amazing story and side quests.
    It took me over 200 hours to complete main storyline and 28 hours to finish heart of stone. It is a truly amazing experience. I can say how much I love this game. I purchased it both
    Witcher 3 is amazing. It is the best game for me this year. Nothing can come eve close to it.
    Developers took everything to next level. I just finished Heart of Stone. What an amazing story and side quests.
    It took me over 200 hours to complete main storyline and 28 hours to finish heart of stone. It is a truly amazing experience.
    I can say how much I love this game. I purchased it both versions PS4 and PC. I played most of the time on PC.
    You get 16 DLC’s for free it’s amazing in nowadays. Creative Assembly watch and learn.

    Games just stunning (story, gameplay, mechanics)

    Look at the pictures I attached you get so much stuff with your standard 59.95 edition:
    Map
    Wolf School Stickers
    Sound Track
    Manual
    Thank you Letter CD Project Red
    Witcher World Compendium

    Everything is 10/10
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  21. Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Love the Witcher series from 1st one until this current game environment simply amazing mission top notch With beautiful setting cut scene simply brilliant Great story-line game u can simply loss ur self into with lots of mission to get into. map world Witcher 3 is huge bigger then Gta 5

    i suggest you go out buy this game i would buy another copy for xbox one is that how much i
    Love the Witcher series from 1st one until this current game environment simply amazing mission top notch With beautiful setting cut scene simply brilliant Great story-line game u can simply loss ur self into with lots of mission to get into. map world Witcher 3 is huge bigger then Gta 5

    i suggest you go out buy this game i would buy another copy for xbox one is that how much i would replay it on different console
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  22. Mar 24, 2017
    10
    Pretty much one of gaming's greatest games. The worst thing I can say about The Witcher 3 is that the combat system, while good, has gotten a bit stale over the years and could stand to be more interesting. This is me reaching for bad things to say.
  23. Nov 9, 2015
    10
    The epitome of the series. Never before have we seen such a believable world and such marvelous plot development in a triple A rpg production before. The choice and consequence is also staggering. There are some minor annoyances with the balance such as level gating towards highlevel enemies but thats not enough to drag the score down from a perfect 10. There is just no better story basedThe epitome of the series. Never before have we seen such a believable world and such marvelous plot development in a triple A rpg production before. The choice and consequence is also staggering. There are some minor annoyances with the balance such as level gating towards highlevel enemies but thats not enough to drag the score down from a perfect 10. There is just no better story based arpg on the ps4, Fallout4 is alread beaten before its release if you ask me. Expand
  24. Nov 7, 2015
    10
    This game is unpredictable nice in all fields. A masterpiece made from Polish artists. Well story, huge world, full of side quests & attractive natural scenes. Very high quality characters & too many written sentences.
    Rich of details.
    The Only problems were the large size patches (17GB). But this is good because the CD Projekt team are working on faults 24 hr/d. I report bugs, they
    This game is unpredictable nice in all fields. A masterpiece made from Polish artists. Well story, huge world, full of side quests & attractive natural scenes. Very high quality characters & too many written sentences.
    Rich of details.
    The Only problems were the large size patches (17GB). But this is good because the CD Projekt team are working on faults 24 hr/d. I report bugs, they answer & follow up very fast. They really solved the bugs in next patch.
    I really congratulate to the team!. Good Job!
    final word : "don't kill your time watching reviews, go play "The Witcher" right now.
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  25. Nov 7, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece, everybody should play it. This game is the final part of a great saga which started with the Sapkowski´s literary saga. If you have not read the books or even played the 2 previous games you would enjoyed, but if u have the satisfaction will be incredibly higher.

    Characters like Yennefer, Vesemir, Ciri, Eskel, Lambert or Dijkstra, with an important rol in The Witcher´s universe and in Geralt´s story will appear in this third game.

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is one of the candidates of the GOTY whit no doubt 10/10
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  26. Nov 9, 2015
    10
    The Witcher combines everything I love in a fantasy world. Interesting characters, dark story nodding to real world problems, magic, blades, bloods and hookers. Maybe the second best RPG, I've ever played (the first one is Witcher 1).
  27. Mar 8, 2018
    10
    When you finish this game you might realize you saw new level of RPG entertainment.
    Once you reach him.
    Other games looks like a ridiculous try of money stealing.
    Yes I'm a fanboy of good games.
    You can be too, lol.
  28. Oct 6, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest RPGs of all time, and the game of the generation. This game is like three seasons of Game of Thrones (when it was good). The game’s two expansions are also by far the greatest expansions ever made for a game.
  29. Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Hands down the best game out there, like ever. I don't even know where to begin: the amazing graphics, details, atmosphere, character building and awesome polish music
  30. Nov 11, 2015
    10
    I bought a PS4 to be able to play this game (this was one of the many reasons though, but I was really hyped), and boy, it was such a good decision! The Witcher 3 is not simply the best in the series, not simply the best in its genre but overall the best singleplayer game experience I've ever had! Thank you, CD Project RED, thank you for this game, you really made my days happy with this piece.
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.