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Grandia
GrandiaEmbark on a timeless RPG adventure across a world of magic and mystery.
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
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Overview
Description

Originally released for the Sega Saturn in 1997 and later ported to PlayStation, Grandia has been re‑released on modern platforms, bringing its acclaimed turn‑based combat and rich storytelling to new audiences. The game’s memorable music, crafted by Noriyuki Iwadare, and its innovative battle system have cemented its status as a classic RPG.

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 turn‑based RPGs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99
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release date
1997-12-18
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Specifications
developer
Game Arts
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publisher
Ubi Soft Entertainment, Game Arts, Sony Computer Entertainment, Entertainment Software Publishing
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age rating
ESRB T
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multiplayer
Single player
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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
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative combat system with timed attacks
  • Rich, character‑driven story
  • Beautiful retro graphics and music
  • Available on multiple modern platforms
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Dated graphics compared to modern titles
  • Limited save points can be unforgiving
  • Original localization may feel dated
  • 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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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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