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The Elder Scrolls Online
The Elder Scrolls OnlineExplore Tamriel together in a living, breathing MMO 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

The Elder Scrolls Online is a massively multiplayer online role‑playing game set in the rich fantasy world of Tamriel. Players can quest, craft, and battle across a vast open world, either solo or with friends. With regular content updates, expansive DLCs, and a blend of PvE and PvP experiences, ESO offers endless adventures for both newcomers and veteran Elder Scrolls fans.

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
MMORPG
Action RPG
Best for
Fans of fantasy MMOs
RPG fans and story-driven single-player gamers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$39.99
release date
2014-04-04
Specifications
developer
ZeniMax Online Studios
publisher
Bethesda Softworks
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
critic score
70/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich, detailed world with deep lore
  • Cross‑platform play across PC and consoles
  • Frequent content updates keep the game fresh
  • Strong community and guild support
  • Outstanding writing and side quests
  • Huge, atmospheric world
  • Great value with expansions
  • Frequent deep discounts
Cons
  • Initial purchase required plus optional subscription
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Grind can feel repetitive in endgame content
  • 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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