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Neverwinter Nights 2
Neverwinter Nights 2Epic fantasy RPG with deep storytelling and robust mod tools
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Neverwinter Nights 2 delivers a classic Dungeons & Dragons experience on PC and Mac, letting players explore a richly detailed world filled with quests, intrigue, and tactical combat. The game builds on its predecessor with improved graphics, a more flexible Aurora engine, and extensive multiplayer options. Beyond the single‑player campaign, the title offers a powerful toolset for creating custom adventures, making it a favorite among modders and tabletop enthusiasts alike. Its blend of role‑playing, adventure, and stealth mechanics provides countless hours of immersive gameplay.

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
RPG fans and modders
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
release date
2006-10-31
Specifications
developer
Obsidian Entertainment, Aspyr Media
publisher
Infogrames Entertainment, Aspyr Media, Atari, Inc.
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
85/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep D&D‑style character customization
  • Powerful modding tools foster community content
  • Robust multiplayer with co‑op and LAN support
  • Rich fantasy world with dynamic lighting
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern RPGs
  • Stealth mechanics can feel inconsistent
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be clunky
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
10
User rating
Not enough data
4.3 (4)

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Reviews

4.3 (4)
Anonymous

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.

Anonymous

So much fun

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has been my go-to lately. Frequent deep discounts. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

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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