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Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry SkiesEmbark on an epic fantasy adventure as a celestial guardian retrieving sacred tree fruits.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

In Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, players begin their adventure as a city guardian who is sent to retrieve a sacred tree's fruits, which have the power to grant wishes. Players travel the world, conquer fearsome monsters, and unravel an epic storyline throughout their journey. During their travels, players encounter mighty opponents in fast-paced turn-based battles and interact with a colorful cast of characters. The game offers robust multiplayer capabilities allowing friends to join forces in exploring the expansive fantasy world together.

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
Role-playing game fans and co-op gamers
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99
release date
2009-07-11
Specifications
developer
LEVEL-5, Square Enix Product Development Division 9
publisher
Nintendo, Square Enix
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
86/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging and epic storyline with memorable characters
  • Robust co-operative multiplayer functionality
  • Deep character customization and vocation systems
  • Expansive open world filled with secrets to discover
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Turn-based combat style may not appeal to action game fans
  • Multiplayer features require compatible hardware setup
  • Grinding levels can occasionally be required for tough bosses
  • 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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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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