The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
CD PROJEKT RED
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is CD PROJEKT RED's 2015 open-world RPG, based on the fantasy novels by Andrzej Sapkowski. You play as Geralt of Rivia, a witcher, a monster hunter for hire, who is searching for Ciri, his adopted daughter, while the ghostly Wild Hunt pursues her across a war-torn world.
Cafe guide
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It is regularly listed among the greatest games ever made.
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Its quests are full of strong writing, moral choices and surprising twists. Even small side quests often turn into memorable stories. The world, from the swamps of Velen to the city of Novigrad and the islands of Skellige, is vast.
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Combat mixes swordplay with signs, simple spells like a fire blast or a shield.
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Preparation matters: crafting oils, potions and bombs to deal with specific monsters. There is also Gwent, a card game you can play throughout the world, which became so popular it got its own standalone game.
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The two expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, are considered among the best expansions in gaming.
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In 2022, a next-gen update brought improved visuals to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
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The cafe angle
The Witcher 3 is single-player and very long, so a cafe session is a way to try it or play through a few quests on a good setup.
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Recommended setup
PS5 or PC with the next-gen update.
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A big screen shows off the world. Rated M.
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Tips for beginners
Read the bestiary to learn monster weaknesses.
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Use the Quen sign for protection. Do side quests; they are often the best part. Meditate to pass time and restore health. Play Gwent with innkeepers.
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Time
The main story takes 50 hours, and more than 100 hours with expansions.
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A two-hour session covers the opening and the first region.
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Who will enjoy it
RPG fans, fantasy fans, and anyone who loves storytelling.
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