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Arcanum: of Steamworks and Magick Obscura
Arcanum: of Steamworks and Magick ObscuraSteampunk RPG where magic meets machinery in an open‑world adventure.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Arcanum is a deep role‑playing game set in a sprawling steampunk world where technology and sorcery clash. Players can shape their destiny through choices, faction alliances, and a massive skill system. The game offers a blend of turn‑based combat, extensive character customization, and a living world that reacts to your actions, delivering countless hours of exploration and storytelling.

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
RPG fans, steampunk enthusiasts
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$49.99
release date
2001-08-21
Specifications
developer
Troika Games
publisher
Sierra Entertainment, Activision
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
85/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Extensive character customization
  • Rich, branching storyline
  • Deep world‑building and lore
  • High replayability through varied builds
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Occasional UI clunkiness
  • 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)
Anonymous

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.

Anonymous

So much fun

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has been my go-to lately. Frequent deep discounts. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

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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