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Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne
Shin Megami Tensei: NocturneA dark, post‑apocalyptic RPG where you command demons to reshape the world
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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

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne is an expanded version of the original SMT III, released in North America with added content such as the Labyrinth of Amala, Fiend boss fights, and the True Demon Ending. The game blends role‑playing, fantasy, science‑fiction, and horror elements, delivering a challenging single‑player experience on PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3.

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 challenging RPGs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
2004-01-29
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Specifications
developer
Atlus
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publisher
Atlus, Ghostlight Ltd.
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age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 12
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multiplayer
Single player
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critic score
85/100
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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
  • Deep demon fusion system
  • Multiple narrative outcomes
  • Atmospheric horror aesthetic
  • Challenging turn‑based combat
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Combat feels dated to some
  • Overwhelming amount of content
  • Slow start
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User rating
Not enough data
4.3 (4)

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4.3 (4)
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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.

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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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