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Chrono Cross
Chrono CrossAn ambitious PlayStation role-playing game spanning two dimensions and parallel worlds.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

CHRONO CROSS is the celebrated sequel to the SNES favorite CHRONO TRIGGER, taking players on an unforgettable journey across parallel dimensions. After young Serge accidentally slips into a world where he has been dead for ten years, he must uncover the truth behind inter-dimensional travel and his own existence. Featuring stunning pre-rendered backgrounds, polygonal character models, and a legendary musical score by Yasunori Mitsuda, the game offers a rich turn-based battle system utilizing magical Elements and summons. With over 40 recruitable characters each boasting unique abilities, it remains one of the most expansive role-playing experiences on the PlayStation.

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
JRPG
Action RPG
Best for
Fans of classic JRPGs and deep storytelling
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Square Product Development Division 3
publisher
Square Enix, Sony Computer Entertainment, Square Electronic Arts, Square
age rating
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
94/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
General
release date
1999-11-18
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Incredible musical score by Yasunori Mitsuda
  • Massive roster of over 40 unique characters
  • Fascinating parallel dimension narrative framework
  • Stunning pre-rendered background art and visuals
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Complex plot can be difficult to follow at times
  • Turn-based Element system has a steep learning curve
  • Large character roster leaves some party members underdeveloped
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
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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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