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The 4th Coming
The 4th ComingA classic MMORPG set in the fantasy world of Althea where players choose their destiny.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

The 4th Coming is a real-time multiplayer role-playing game set in the dark, expansive fantasy world of Althea. Players begin their journey on the island of Arakas, battling monsters, completing quests, and uncovering a deep lore tied to the prophecy of the Harbinger and the corrupt elven lich Makrsh P'Tangh. Featuring a flexible stat-building system and a choice between good and evil alignments, the game offers two distinct pathways through its storyline. Adventurers can explore huge areas, master a wide variety of weapons and spells, trade with other players, and forge alliances to survive the perils of Raven's Dust and Stoneheim.

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
Classic MMORPG fans and retro fantasy gamers
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
Free
release date
1998-09-28
Specifications
developer
Vircom Interactive
publisher
Vircom Interactive
multiplayer
Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Immersive and expansive fantasy game world across three distinct islands
  • Flexible character stat system allowing for personalized builds
  • Dichotomous alignment system offering good and evil narrative paths
  • Rich lore tied to a classic MMORPG heritage
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Dated graphics by modern standards reflecting its 1998 release
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers unfamiliar with classic MMORPG mechanics
  • Reliance on an active community for the best multiplayer experience
  • 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)
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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