the witcher III wild hunt
developers: cd projekt red
publishers: cd projekt red
release date: 18 may 2015
platforms: ps4 | xbox one| switch|mac os|pc
metacritic: 92
esrb: m - mature
RECOMMENDED:
Operating System: 64-bit Windows 10/11
Processor: Intel Core i5-7400 / Ryzen 5 1600
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics card: Nvidia GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 480
DirectX: Version 12
Disk space: 50 GB free space required
System requirements: MINIMUMS:
Operating System: 64-bit Windows 7, 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
Processor: Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz / AMD A10-5800K APU (3.8GHz)
Memory: 6 GB RAM
Graphics card: Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660 / AMD GPU Radeon HD 7870
DirectX: Version 11
Disk space: 50 GB free space required
pegi: 18
"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" is an action role-playing game developed and published by CD Projekt. Released on May 19, 2015, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, and later for the Nintendo Switch, it is the third installment in "The Witcher" series, following "The Witcher" and "The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings." The game is based on the book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski and follows the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter known as a Witcher.
Development:
Development of "The Witcher 3" began in 2011, and it marked a significant shift in scale and ambition for CD Projekt.
The REDengine 3 was developed to create a vast open-world experience, emphasizing player choice and a dynamic narrative.
The game was delayed multiple times to ensure quality, and CD Projekt aimed to create a game that would set a new standard for RPGs.
Gameplay:
"The Witcher 3" features an open-world environment, with players controlling Geralt in a third-person perspective.
Combat involves a combination of swordplay, magic signs, and alchemical potions. Players can also engage in horseback combat.
The game introduces a day-night cycle, weather changes, and a dynamic ecosystem that affects gameplay.
Player choices have significant consequences on the game's narrative, affecting relationships with characters and shaping the ending.
Story:
The narrative follows Geralt of Rivia as he searches for his adopted daughter, Ciri, who is being pursued by the Wild Hunt, a group of spectral riders.
The story is deeply rooted in political intrigue, war, and the consequences of Geralt's past choices.
Players encounter a vast array of characters, each with their own stories and quests, contributing to the richness of the game's world.
Expansions:
CD Projekt released two major expansions for the game: "Hearts of Stone" in October 2015 and "Blood and Wine" in May 2016.
Both expansions received critical acclaim, expanding the game's world and introducing new characters, quests, and environments.
Critical Reception:
"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" received universal acclaim from critics and players alike.
It won numerous Game of the Year awards and is often cited as one of the greatest video games of all time.
Legacy:
The success of "The Witcher 3" contributed to CD Projekt's rise to international prominence.
The game's popularity led to the creation of "Gwent," a standalone card game set in the Witcher universe.
A highly anticipated Netflix television series, "The Witcher," is also based on Andrzej Sapkowski's books.
"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" is celebrated for its expansive world, deep storytelling, complex characters, and the impact of player choices on the narrative. It is considered a landmark title in the action RPG genre.
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