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Phantasy Star Online 2
Phantasy Star Online 2A free-to-play sci‑fi fantasy MMO where you hunt, craft, and explore together.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Phantasy Star Online 2 drops players into a vibrant, futuristic universe filled with monsters, quests, and endless customization. Team up with friends or strangers in real‑time co‑op to tackle challenging raids and open‑world adventures. With regular live events, a deep skill‑tree system, and a sandbox approach to combat, the game offers endless replayability for both casual and hardcore players alike.

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
Free

Around $39.99, frequently discounted; expansions sold separately or in a Complete Edition.

Category
MMORPG
Action RPG
Best for
MMO RPG fans
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
Specifications
developer
Online Entertainment R&D
publisher
AsiaSoft, Sega
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
critic score
77/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
General
release date
2012-07-04
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Free-to-play with regular content updates
  • Deep customization and class flexibility
  • Cross‑platform multiplayer
  • Vibrant sci‑fi fantasy setting
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Microtransactions can affect gear balance
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Occasional server stability issues
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
10
User rating
Not enough data
4.3 (4)

What reviewers say

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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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