The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Review (2026): Is It Worth Playing?
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an RPG from CD Projekt RED, released in May 2015 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, later on Switch and new consoles. The third entry in The Witcher series, considered one of the greatest RPGs of all time. The protagonist is Geralt of Rivia, a witcher searching for his adopted daughter Ciri.
What is the game about
Geralt receives a contract from the Nilfgaardian emperor to find Ciri—a girl with Elder Blood who can manipulate space and time. The search takes the witcher through Velen, Novigrad, and Skellige. In parallel, the Wild Hunt invasion unfolds—spectral riders hunting Ciri. The game is full of moral choices and consequences.
Gameplay
- Quests with choices: your decisions affect the world and ending.
- Monster combat: use swords, signs, and potions against different enemies.
- Gwent card game: popular minigame with its own quests.
- Expansions Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine: new stories and locations.
Should you play it in 2026
Yes. The Witcher 3 is a mandatory RPG: deep story, difficult choices, and a stunning world. In 2022, a next-gen update with improved graphics was released. If you love Skyrim or Baldur's Gate 3—this is a must-play.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Deep story | Simple combat |
| Difficult choices | Many bugs at launch (fixed) |
| Great expansions | Uncomfortable inventory |
FAQ
Do I need to play previous games? Recommended, but not required.
How many hours? 50–70 hours main story, 100+ with expansions.
On new consoles? Yes, PS5 and Xbox Series version with 60 FPS.