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Star Wolves
Star WolvesLead a crew of bounty hunters in tactical 3D space RPG combat.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Set in the turbulent XXI-XXII century, Star Wolves puts you in the cockpit of a rundown fighter, chasing bounties across a galaxy plagued by pirates, rogue AIs, and imperial patrols. As you succeed, you upgrade your ship and recruit up to six uniquely skilled hunters, each with distinct personalities and abilities. The game blends deep role‑playing progression with strategic, turn‑based space battles, letting you employ ambushes, special ship powers, and coordinated party tactics to outwit foes. Experience a rich sci‑fi narrative while mastering ship customization and tactical combat in a single‑player adventure.

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 tactical space RPGs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99
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release date
2005-12-31
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Specifications
developer
X-bow Software
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publisher
Excalibur Publishing
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age rating
PEGI 12
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multiplayer
Single player
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critic score
65/100
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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 tactical combat system
  • Rich character customization
  • Engaging sci‑fi storyline
  • Varied ship upgrade paths
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited replayability after main campaign
  • Steep learning curve for tactics
  • 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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