The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt : System Requirements
Genres
Action
RPG
Platforms
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series S/X
macOS
PlayStation 4
Nintendo Switch
PC
Xbox One
System Requirements
Windows
minimum Specs
- CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 940
- RAM: 6 GB RAM
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon HD 7870
- Storage: 50 GB available space
- OS: 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8 (8.1) or Windows 10
- DirectX: Version 11
recommended Specs
- CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4 GHz
- RAM: 8 GB RAM
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 / AMD Radeon R9 290
- Storage: 50 GB available space
- OS: 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8 (8.1) or Windows 10
- DirectX: Version 11
About This Game
The third game in a series, it holds nothing back from the player. Open world adventures of the renowned monster slayer Geralt of Rivia are now even on a larger scale. Following the source material more accurately, this time Geralt is trying to find the child of the prophecy, Ciri while making a quick coin from various contracts on the side. Great attention to the world building above all creates an immersive story, where your decisions will shape the world around you.
CD Project Red are infamous for the amount of work they put into their games, and it shows, because aside from classic third-person action RPG base game they provided 2 massive DLCs with unique questlines and 16 smaller DLCs, containing extra quests and items.
Players praise the game for its atmosphere and a wide open world that finds the balance between fantasy elements and realistic and believable mechanics, and the game deserved numerous awards for every aspect of the game, from music to direction.
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User Reviews (5)
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QuickSave
Aug 16, 2025
3.5
Controls can be a pain sometimes, and fetch quests get old. Still a good game.
QuestMaster
Oct 10, 2024
4.9
Still playing after years! The DLCs are fantastic too. Must-play for RPG fans.🎮
SwordDancer
Feb 27, 2023
4.5
Combat's a bit clunky sometimes, but the side quests are epic. So much to do!
LoreSeeker
Jul 28, 2020
5.0
The story is incredible, felt truly immersed! A masterpiece 💯
PixelPusher
Dec 18, 2015
4.8
Geralt's journey is unforgettable. Graphics, music, story - pure gaming bliss! 👍
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt an open-world game?
Yes, it features a vast and detailed open world comprised of several large regions like Velen, Novigrad, Skellige, and the White Orchard prologue area. You can explore freely, take on quests, and discover hidden locations.
Do my choices and decisions truly impact the story?
Absolutely. The Witcher 3 is renowned for its intricate narrative and meaningful player choices. Many quests have multiple outcomes, and your decisions can influence character fates, the political landscape, and even the game's ending.
What are the main DLCs for The Witcher 3, and are they worth playing?
The two major expansions are 'Hearts of Stone' and 'Blood and Wine.' Both are critically acclaimed, offering new storylines, characters, areas, and significant hours of gameplay. They are widely considered essential additions and provide excellent value.
How does the combat system work, and is it difficult to learn?
Combat in The Witcher 3 is a real-time, action-RPG system involving swords (silver for monsters, steel for humans), Witcher Signs (magic spells), dodging, parrying, and potions. While it has depth, it's generally intuitive to learn, with difficulty increasing on higher settings.
What is Gwent, and how important is it to the game?
Gwent is an in-game collectible card game that Geralt can play against various NPCs. It's an entirely optional but highly engaging side activity with its own quests and rewards. While not critical to the main story, it's a beloved feature for many players.