Adrian Morales
Game RantThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next-Gen Update Review
Published 12/14/2022
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open-world action role-playing game developed by CD Projekt Red. Set in a dark fantasy world, the game follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter, Ciri, while navigating political conflicts and supernatural threats. Gameplay features exploration, combat, character progression, and branching narratives shaped by player choices. Widely acclaimed for its writing, world-building, and depth, it is considered one of the most influential RPGs of its generation.
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- CD Projekt RED
- Publisher
- WB Games, cdp.pl, Spike Chunsoft, Bandai Namco Entertainment
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Critic avg
91
77 scored reviews
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77
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The critic average is 91 across 77 scored reviews, with a 100-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 90–100 band.
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77 included scored reviews
90–10065 reviews · 84%
80–898 reviews · 10%
70–791 review · 1%
Below 703 reviews · 4%
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Mark Steighner
COGconnectedThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition Review – The Best Gets Better
Published 12/13/2022
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95
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Read originalLeonardo Faria
WayTooManyGamesReview - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition (Xbox Series S/X)
Published 12/13/2022
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95
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Read originalKieron Verbrugge
Press StartThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's PS5 And Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Is Massive And Transformative
Published 12/13/2022
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Read originalKevin VanOrd
GameSpotThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next-Gen Update Review - Wind's Howlin'
Published 12/13/2022
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100
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Read originalRobert Ramsey
Push SquareReview: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition (PS5) - The Perfect Excuse to Replay a Masterpiece
Published 12/12/2022
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Read originalJesse Norris
XboxEraReview | The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next Gen Edition for Series X|S
Published 12/12/2022
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Read originalThe Witcher 3 on PS5/XSX is the definitive version of one of the best RPGs ever
Published 12/12/2022
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Read originalRob Gordon
Screen RantThe Witcher 3 Complete Edition PS5 Review: A Brilliant Game Made Even Better
Published 12/12/2022
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Read originalGareth Chadwick
TheSixthAxisThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – PS5 & Xbox Series X|S Review | TheSixthAxis
Published 12/12/2022
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