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The Temple of Elemental Evil
The Temple of Elemental EvilClassic D&D adventure reborn as a deep, tactical RPG.
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 troubled town of Hommlet, the game opens with a vignette shaped by your party’s alignment, plunging you into a world where rising evil forces threaten a once‑prosperous settlement. As you explore the iconic Temple of Elemental Evil, you must manage a diverse party, uncover hidden lore, and confront classic monsters in a richly detailed fantasy setting. Built on Troika Games’ engine, the title blends turn‑based strategy with role‑playing depth, offering extensive character customization, strategic combat, and a story that reacts to your moral choices. The PC and Mac release preserves the original 2003 experience while remaining fully compatible with modern systems via GOG.

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 enthusiasts
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99
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release date
2003-09-16
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Specifications
developer
Troika Games
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publisher
Atari, Inc.
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age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 16
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multiplayer
Single player
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critic score
78/100
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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 adherence to D&D 3.5 mechanics
  • Rich, atmospheric isometric graphics
  • Extensive character and party customization
  • Engaging alignment‑based story
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Single‑player only, no co‑op options
  • Interface feels dated by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers to D&D rules
  • 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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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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