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Challenge of the Five Realms
Challenge of the Five RealmsSave Nhagardia from Grimnoth's darkness in 100 days of epic adventure
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 Prince of Alonia and embark on a quest across the multi‑dimensional world of Nhagardia. With a looming 100‑day deadline, you must battle the evil lord Grimnoth and his plague of darkness before the realm falls into eternal despair. This classic 1992 role‑playing adventure blends strategic combat, puzzle solving, and rich fantasy storytelling. Play solo on Linux, PC, or Mac and experience a nostalgic journey that still challenges modern gamers.

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
CRPG
Action RPG
Best for
Fans of classic fantasy RPGs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
MicroProse Software, Inc.
publisher
Nightdive Studios, Retroism, MicroProse Software, Inc.
multiplayer
Single player
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
General
release date
1992-01-02
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep, story‑driven gameplay
  • Strategic time‑limit adds tension
  • Rich fantasy world with diverse realms
  • Available on multiple operating systems
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Dated graphics by modern standards
  • Limited save system can be unforgiving
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
Community & Metrics
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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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