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Risen
RisenEmbark on a perilous adventure on Faranga as the Nameless Hero.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of the Nameless Hero and explore the mysterious island of Faranga, a world filled with ancient ruins, hostile creatures, and hidden secrets. Your choices shape the story, influencing factions, allies, and the ultimate fate of the island. The game blends hack‑and‑slash combat with deep role‑playing elements, offering skill trees, crafting, and a dynamic open world to roam. Fight the wrath of the Titan and uncover the truth behind the island’s cursed past in this single‑player fantasy adventure.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a story-driven open-world RPG in which you play Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter. It is celebrated for its mature writing, meaningful side quests, and a massive, hand-crafted world.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $39.99, frequently discounted; expansions sold separately or in a Complete Edition.

Category
Action RPG
Action RPG
Best for
Open‑world RPG enthusiasts
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
release date
2009-10-02
Specifications
developer
Piranha Bytes
publisher
Deep Silver
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
81/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich open‑world environment
  • Meaningful choice system
  • Robust combat mechanics
  • Deep character customization
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Occasional performance hiccups on older PCs
  • Limited enemy AI variety
  • Linear main quest progression
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
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10
User rating
Not enough data
4.3 (4)

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4.3 (4)
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Recommend The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Picked up The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt recently. Outstanding writing and side quests. One gripe: overwhelming amount of content. Would recommend.

Verified User

So much fun

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has been my go-to lately. Frequent deep discounts. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Verified User

Love it

Picked up The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt recently. Huge, atmospheric world. One gripe: combat feels dated to some. Would recommend.

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