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Master of Magic
Master of MagicClassic top‑down dungeon adventure for retro computers
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Master of Magic is a top‑down dungeon crawler originally released in 1985 for the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum. Players explore labyrinthine levels, battle fantasy foes, and collect treasure in a richly detailed 8‑bit world. The game blends role‑playing, strategy and adventure elements, offering a deep single‑player experience that rewards careful planning and exploration. Its retro graphics and sound capture the spirit of early fantasy gaming, making it a nostalgic gem for fans of classic titles.

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 retro RPGs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1985-12-31
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Specifications
developer
M.A.D.
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publisher
M.A.D.
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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
  • Authentic 1980s aesthetic
  • Deep tactical combat
  • Replayable random dungeons
  • Simple yet engaging magic system
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Limited graphics by modern standards
  • No multiplayer options
  • Sparse documentation
  • 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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