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Final Fantasy VII
Final Fantasy VIIA timeless RPG adventure that reshapes the genre
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Final Fantasy VII follows Cloud Strife, a mercenary with a mysterious past, as he joins an eco‑terrorist group to stop the megacorporation Shinra from draining the planet’s life force. The story weaves personal drama, epic battles, and a richly detailed world that blends fantasy and sci‑fi elements.

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
RPG enthusiasts
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
release date
1997-09-07
Specifications
developer
Square Product Development Division 1
publisher
Square Enix, Sony Computer Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
85/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich, unforgettable story
  • Innovative Materia customization
  • Iconic music and visuals
  • Extensive replay value
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Occasional pacing issues in early chapters
  • Limited save slots in original version
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
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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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