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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open-world action role-playing game developed by CD Projekt Red.
Overview
Description

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an action-adventure game that takes place in the kingdom of Hyrule. The game follows the story of Link, who awakens from a deep sleep with no memory of his past. He must explore the vast open world, complete quests, and battle enemies to uncover the truth about his past and save Hyrule from destruction. The game features a dynamic weather system, a day-night cycle, and a vast open world to explore, complete with puzzles, secrets, and hidden areas.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open-world action role-playing game developed by CD Projekt Red. Set in a dark fantasy world, the game follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter, Ciri, while navigating political conflicts and supernatural threats. Gameplay features exploration, combat, character progression, and branching narratives shaped by player choices. Widely acclaimed for its writing, world-building, and depth, it is considered one of the most influential RPGs of its generation. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt concludes the story of the witcher Geralt of Rivia, the series' protagonist, whose story to date has been covered in the previous installments. Geralt's new mission comes in dark times as the mysterious and otherworldly army known as the Wild Hunt invades the Northern Kingdoms, leaving only blood soaked earth and fiery ruin in its wake; and it seems the Witcher is the key to stopping their cataclysmic rampage.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
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Category
First-Person Shooters
Action RPG
Best for
Gamers and adventure seekers
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Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
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release date
2017-03-03
2015-05-19
Specifications
developer
Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 3
CD Projekt RED
publisher
Nintendo
WB Games, cdp.pl, Spike Chunsoft, Bandai Namco Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
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multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
98/100+7%
92/100
platforms
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Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Immersive open-world environment
  • Engaging storyline with memorable characters
  • Innovative gameplay mechanics
  • High replay value
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Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Some players may find the game too challenging
  • Limited character customization options
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

The Witcher 3 offers broader platform support and likely stronger graphics, while Breath of the Wild delivers higher critical acclaim, known pricing, and high replay value.

Key differences

  • โ€ขPlatform coverage: Witcher 3 runs on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch; Breath of the Wild limited to Nintendo platforms.
  • โ€ขCritic scores: 92/100 for Witcher 3 vs 98/100 for Breath of the Wild.
  • โ€ขPricing info: Witcher 3 price not specified; Breath of the Wild costs $59.99 one-time.
  • โ€ขReplay value: Breath of the Wild explicitly noted as high; Witcher 3 replay details not provided.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Breath of the Wild has a 98 critic score indicating stronger overall gameplay reception.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Platform availability

Witcher 3 supports Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Switch, far more than Breath of the Wild.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Price & value

Witcher 3 price unknown; Breath of the Wild is $59.99, making direct comparison impossible.

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Multiplayer / co-op

Both titles are single-player only.

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Content & replayability

Breath of the Wild lists high replay value; Witcher 3 replay aspects not specified.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Difficulty & accessibility

Breath of the Wild noted steep learning curve; Witcher 3 difficulty not provided.

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Graphics & performance

Witcher 3 runs on nextโ€‘gen consoles and PC, likely offering superior graphics versus Switchโ€‘limited Breath of the Wild.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Choose The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild ifโ€ฆ

Players who want top reviews, clear pricing, and high replay value on Nintendo hardware.

Choose The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt ifโ€ฆ

Players who need multiโ€‘platform support and prioritize graphics over known price.

Common questions

What is the price difference between the two games?

Witcher 3 price is not specified; Breath of the Wild costs $59.99 one-time.

Which game can I play on my console?

Witcher 3 runs on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Switch; Breath of the Wild is only on Nintendo platforms.

Which title is considered more critically acclaimed?

Breath of the Wild has a higher critic score (98/100) compared to Witcher 3 (92/100).