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ArcheAge
ArcheAgeExplore a vast fantasy sandbox MMORPG with 120 classes and deep life content.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

ArcheAge is a free-to-play MMORPG set in the expansive world of Auroria, where players begin their journey from Haranya or Nuia and can travel to the lost shores of Auroria. The game offers a rich narrative rooted in ancient gods and heroes, with ongoing conflicts that shape the player’s adventure. Players can choose from 120 unique classes, engage in 20 crafting vocations, and enjoy extensive life content such as farming, trading, housing, and large-scale alliance warfare, all within a sandbox open world.

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
Free

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

Category
MMORPG
Action RPG
Best for
Fans of sandbox MMOs and deep crafting systems
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
XL Games
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publisher
Mail.Ru, Tencent Games, Kakao Games, Trion Worlds, XLGAMES
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age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB M
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multiplayer
Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
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critic score
94/100
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platforms
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PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
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Game
open source
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No
api available
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No
General
release date
2013-01-15
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Extremely deep class customization
  • Robust crafting and economy systems
  • Large, seamless open world
  • Strong PvP and alliance content
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Grind-heavy progression in some areas
  • Occasional server stability issues
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
10
User rating
Not enough data
4.3 (4)

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Reviews

4.3 (4)
Verified User

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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