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Fallout 2
Fallout 2A post‑apocalyptic RPG where every choice shapes the wasteland
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntA vast open-world action RPG with a acclaimed story and monster hunting.
Overview
Description

Fallout 2 expands the classic turn‑based, open‑world experience of its predecessor, letting players explore a devastated America filled with quirky characters, dark humor, and deadly mutants. With deep character customization, branching quests, and a reputation system, every decision can alter the fate of settlements and the story itself. The game blends puzzle solving, stealth, survival mechanics, and sci‑fi comedy into a richly detailed world, offering countless hours of replayability for fans of role‑playing and strategic gameplay.

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 enthusiasts and retro gamers
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
1998-10-29
Specifications
developer
Black Isle Studios
publisher
Interplay Entertainment, MacPlay, Bethesda Softworks
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
85/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep, branching storyline with high replay value
  • Robust character customization and skill system
  • Rich, satirical writing and world‑building
  • Extensive open world with many side quests
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Outdated graphics may deter newer players
  • Occasional bugs and UI clunkiness
  • Steep learning curve for complex systems
  • 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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