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Shadowrun Returns
Shadowrun ReturnsTurn‑based cyber‑punk RPG set in a magic‑infused Seattle, 2054
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of a down‑on‑their‑luck shadowrunner in a world where magic and megacorporations collide. Explore a gritty Seattle, hunt a serial killer, and shape your own story with deep tactical combat and rich narrative choices.

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
Tactical RPG fans and cyber‑punk enthusiasts
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99
release date
2013-07-25
Specifications
developer
Harebrained Schemes
publisher
Harebrained Schemes
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
73/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical combat with cyber‑magic options
  • Robust mission editor encourages community creativity
  • Rich lore and atmospheric setting
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Linear main campaign limits replayability
  • Steep learning curve for new RPG players
  • Occasional UI scaling issues on mobile devices
  • 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)
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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