The Witcher - Just picked it up

I just got my copy of The Witcher. The game is frankly amazing. This is the first Action WRPG I have played. I don't know how it compares to the likes of Baulder's Gate, because unfortunatly, I never had the chance to play it. However, I think regardless of whether one has or hasn't played a game like this before -- this is a must buy.

The best advice I can give you is to check out the Developer Interview sessions on GameTrailers.com - it should give you some insite into this game.

Oh, btw... This is a truely Adult RPG. By adult RPG, I don't mean there is pointless nudity and swearing all over the place, but it is there, and it is in context. This is really the game that everyone over 18 should have been waiting for. I'll add more impressions tomorrow at work :P

Pros
+ Graphics are very good. Everything is highly detailed and textured.
+ Controls are amazing. The basic controls consist of hitting the Left mouse for melee, and having a timing system that allocates combos. The right mouse button is used for magic. Now, the combat has a little more to it then this, but its easy to start, hard to master -- very fluid
+ Story so far is AMAZING - not suprisingly since it is based on a hit series in Europe
+ Three story lines (according to the dev interview). From what I experianced, there are in fact decisive decisions you have to make in this game, which STRONGLY impact the story. This is probably the first game I will actually replay, since they have purposely made these key decision events obvious, so that it is easier to purposely choose a different path the next playthrough
+ The music is amazingly well done. In fact, there are many moments where the music transitions to deal with the situation, and it does it very well.
+ Adult themed / In context
+ Every conversation is voiced over. While the voice acting is top notch.

Cons
- Load times and Save times seem like they can be a little long
- Uhmm... it may cause you to skip ****s and not go to work?

Seriously, from what I have played so far... this is a 9.0 and going to be a cl@ssic

where did you.....how did........bah never mind.

would you have any idea how it will run on my system?

X-2 4800+ 2gb ram 256mb 7800gtx

i play 1280x1024

would you have any idea how it will run on my system?

X-2 4800+ 2gb ram 256mb 7800gtx

i play 1280x1024

theking52

Probably max. At the moment, I am running it at max everything... including 8x AA and 16xAF @ 1650x1050. I am getting like 40fps. Note, that SLI isn't working yet -- so ya... You should definitly be great!

It's out in Europe. I actually imported a copy since the US version is going to be censored. (Though from what I understand, only slightly censored).rimnet00

Imported you say? How much was it, from where, and do you need anything special on your PC to run it?

[QUOTE="rimnet00"]It's out in Europe. I actually imported a copy since the US version is going to be censored. (Though from what I understand, only slightly censored).Velric

Imported you say? How much was it, from where, and do you need anything special on your PC to run it?

I have a friend who owns a shop over there. I dunno how you would go about doing it. I'm sure there are websites online that let you buy it imported, ebay for example. You don't need anything special since its a PC game. Expect to pay like $70-80 though (shipping and conversion rate)... since the American dollar is getting pwned in the world market.

[QUOTE="rimnet00"]It's out in Europe. I actually imported a copy since the US version is going to be censored. (Though from what I understand, only slightly censored).Velric

Imported you say? How much was it, from where, and do you need anything special on your PC to run it?

nope, PC software isnt region controled like console games are....

Im not sure where you can import it from...but ask on their forums...Im sure a lot of people are gonna be importing it anyway.

It's out in Europe. I actually imported a copy since the US version is going to be censored. (Though from what I understand, only slightly censored).rimnet00

Ive heard different things regarding censorship....Ive heard from some that its the sex and nudity that has been restricted....however others have said that even certain quests with "adult themes" were removed.

[QUOTE="rimnet00"]It's out in Europe. I actually imported a copy since the US version is going to be censored. (Though from what I understand, only slightly censored).cobrax25

I don't think the dev's specified. I imagine it's so as to not hurt US sales. The best bet if you want the import, would be to search for a digital distribution type service... Direct2Drive.eu maybe?

Ive heard different things regarding censorship....Ive heard from some that its the sex and nudity that has been restricted....however others have said that even certain quests with "adult themes" were removed.

how's the battle? is it as intense as what the videos showed? also, is it a dice roll system, or real time action?

how's the battle? is it as intense as what the videos showed? also, is it a dice roll system, or real time action?

Jinroh_basic

I have heard that its a new system based entirely of timing atacks and block properly.

not exacly sure how strong it is, but the concept sounds pretty good to me.

how's the battle? is it as intense as what the videos showed? also, is it a dice roll system, or real time action?

Jinroh_basic

Real time, very intense.

I just got my copy of The Witcher. The game is frankly amazing. This is the first Action WRPG I have played. I don't know how it compares to the likes of Baulder's Gate, because unfortunatly, I never had the chance to play it. However, I think regardless of whether one has or hasn't played a game like this before -- this is a must buy.

The best advice I can give you is to check out the Developer Interview sessions on GameTrailers.com - it should give you some insite into this game.

Oh, btw... This is a truely Adult RPG. By adult RPG, I don't mean there is pointless nudity and swearing all over the place, but it is there, and it is in context. This is really the game that everyone over 18 should have been waiting for. I'll add more impressions tomorrow at work :P

Pros
+ Graphics are very good. Everything is highly detailed and textured.
+ Controls are amazing. The basic controls consist of hitting the Left mouse for melee, and having a timing system that allocates combos. The right mouse button is used for magic. Now, the combat has a little more to it then this, but its easy to start, hard to master -- very fluid
+ Story so far is AMAZING - not suprisingly since it is based on a hit series in Europe
+ Three story lines (according to the dev interview). From what I experianced, there are in fact decisive decisions you have to make in this game, which STRONGLY impact the story. This is probably the first game I will actually replay, since they have purposely made these key decision events obvious, so that it is easier to purposely choose a different path the next playthrough
+ The music is amazingly well done. In fact, there are many moments where the music transitions to deal with the situation, and it does it very well.
+ Adult themed / In context
+ Every conversation is voiced over. While the voice acting is top notch.

Cons
- Load times and Save times seem like they can be a little long
- Uhmm... it may cause you to skip ****s and not go to work?

Seriously, from what I have played so far... this is a 9.0 and going to be a cl@ssic

rimnet00

it better be good man, otherwise im gonna cast a bit of the gypsy and any other nomadic curse on u :lol: :>

Assuming it's actually good, it'll be nice to have a game that gives 50+ hours the first time through. This 6-10 hour nonsense is getting old.

I'm so happy to hear the game is good, this is probably my most anticipated game of the year

I don't think you should compare it to Mass Effect, they are taking a different approach. They're aiming for an interactive movie whereas The Witcher seems to be more of a traditional RPG but with much more evolved actual RPG elements and interesting combat (for once).

Does your game say PLATIN edition somewhere on the box by any chance? =P

Anyway, I preordered my copy at gogamer.com the imported version. I hope its as good as everyone makes it out to be since I'm hearing lot of great things about it left and right. Might be a sleeper hit of the year.

Than again, its made by Polish people. And I'm Polish so its all good! =D

Impossible! It's released on the 26th in Europe! You bastard, give it to me now! I must have it!!!! :evil:

Sorry about that outbusrt.:oops: Where did you get it? Also could you post some pics and possibly a small video on youtube or something? Nothing that has spoilers in it but for exm. a video where you show us a town or city a bit and then a little bit of combat and a couple of screens about some different locales and what not. That would be nice. I need some new footage to ease the desire for this game till it's release tommorrow :P

Thanks in advance.

Thanks so much for this thread! I preordered the UK version from gogamer for 50 bucks a week ago, and it's being shipped to me on the 31st, probably because gogamer is getting them right now and then shipping to us. Over at the Witcher's official site, people are claiming that there copies are shipping to them right now in Europe, and I've also heard awesome things about this game. Dare I say, this is shaping up to be RPG of the year. Forget about Mass Effect, for the month of November, I'm playing the Witcher. The fact that this is an mature game in the sense that it's for actual adults is something we very rarely see, and it's refreshing. I hope it does well commercially, as it's just starting to garner hype. Over in Europe, it's getting scores in the 9's across the board.mismajor99

So Witcher is better than ME based on..? Strong words from someone who have not played any of those games. Hype much?

I look forward to playing both games.

[QUOTE="mismajor99"]Thanks so much for this thread! I preordered the UK version from gogamer for 50 bucks a week ago, and it's being shipped to me on the 31st, probably because gogamer is getting them right now and then shipping to us. Over at the Witcher's official site, people are claiming that there copies are shipping to them right now in Europe, and I've also heard awesome things about this game. Dare I say, this is shaping up to be RPG of the year. Forget about Mass Effect, for the month of November, I'm playing the Witcher. The fact that this is an mature game in the sense that it's for actual adults is something we very rarely see, and it's refreshing. I hope it does well commercially, as it's just starting to garner hype. Over in Europe, it's getting scores in the 9's across the board.artur79

So Witcher is better than ME based on..? Strong words from someone who have not played any of those games. Hype much?

I look forward to playing both games.

give me a break. It's what I'M more excited about, which was Mass Effect, now the Witcher. Don't like opinions much?

Adult RPG > RPG for the masses

Impossible! It's released on the 26th in Europe! You bastard, give it to me now! I must have it!!!! :evil:

Sorry about that outbusrt.:oops: Where did you get it? Also could you post some pics and possibly a small video on youtube or something? Nothing that has spoilers in it but for exm. a video where you show us a town or city a bit and then a little bit of combat and a couple of screens about some different locales and what not. That would be nice. I need some new footage to ease the desire for this game till it's release tommorrow :P

Thanks in advance.

turaaggeli

I'll post some pics tonight, but videos would probably be a bit excessive. We'll see though :P

why isn't gamespot giving more info though? IGN actually started up a countdown to the Witcher, it seems IGN like pc games more than gamespot does. _Pedro_

Pedro, sadly I think you're right. It started going steadily downhill after Greg K left. Just take a look at the video reviews. The 360/PS3/Wii are almost guaranteed to get a video review on all titles from A to AAA. Wth PC, unless it's multiplatform, it doesn't get the attention it deserves, harldy ever and I'm afraid this is what's going to happen with The Witcher. For another example, just look at the PC news, it's always a day late and a dollar (or a euro) short. You cannot get your PC news here, otherwise you're left out most of the time. You're better off going to voodoo 3d, shacknews, and IGN just to name a few.

It's just up to us PC Gamers to promote our own stuff, especially here. IGN has an entire dedicated PC staff, here at GS, we have Jason Ocampo, all by himself it seems...

Sounds excellent, deffinetly will pick this one up. Although I have absolutely no idea how I am going to fit this game into my already full gaming schedule. Between the orange box, HG:L, Mythos, and now this I won't barely have enough game time. I almost missed the days were there were only one or two games worth playing at any given time. The wife is going to be pissed :P

And thanks for the info mismajor, deffinetly will order from gogamer.com.

[QUOTE="_Pedro_"]why isn't gamespot giving more info though? IGN actually started up a countdown to the Witcher, it seems IGN like pc games more than gamespot does. mismajor99

Pedro, sadly I think you're right. It started going steadily downhill after Greg K left. Just take a look at the video reviews. The 360/PS3/Wii are almost guaranteed to get a video review on all titles from A to AAA. Wth PC, unless it's multiplatform, it doesn't get the attention it deserves, harldy ever and I'm afraid this is what's going to happen with The Witcher. For another example, just look at the PC news, it's always a day late and a dollar (or a euro) short. You cannot get your PC news here, otherwise you're left out most of the time. You're better off going to voodoo 3d, shacknews, and IGN just to name a few.

It's just up to us PC Gamers to promote our own stuff, especially here. IGN has an entire dedicated PC staff, here at GS, we have Jason Ocampo, all by himself it seems...

Jason Ocampo review most PC games now, and he is also going to review Crysis, hope he reviews the Withcer too

[QUOTE="artur79"]

[QUOTE="mismajor99"]Thanks so much for this thread! I preordered the UK version from gogamer for 50 bucks a week ago, and it's being shipped to me on the 31st, probably because gogamer is getting them right now and then shipping to us. Over at the Witcher's official site, people are claiming that there copies are shipping to them right now in Europe, and I've also heard awesome things about this game. Dare I say, this is shaping up to be RPG of the year. Forget about Mass Effect, for the month of November, I'm playing the Witcher. The fact that this is an mature game in the sense that it's for actual adults is something we very rarely see, and it's refreshing. I hope it does well commercially, as it's just starting to garner hype. Over in Europe, it's getting scores in the 9's across the board.mismajor99

So Witcher is better than ME based on..? Strong words from someone who have not played any of those games. Hype much?

I look forward to playing both games.

give me a break. It's what I'M more excited about, which was Mass Effect, now the Witcher. Don't like opinions much?

Adult RPG > RPG for the masses

Yeah, opinions like "Dare I say, this is shaping up to be RPG of the year." without even an install of the game on your PC. I'm pretty excited too, I just do not like hype based on nothing. Especially comparison between two games only devs have played.

[QUOTE="_Pedro_"]why isn't gamespot giving more info though? IGN actually started up a countdown to the Witcher, it seems IGN like pc games more than gamespot does. mismajor99

Pedro, sadly I think you're right. It started going steadily downhill after Greg K left. Just take a look at the video reviews. The 360/PS3/Wii are almost guaranteed to get a video review on all titles from A to AAA. Wth PC, unless it's multiplatform, it doesn't get the attention it deserves, harldy ever and I'm afraid this is what's going to happen with The Witcher. For another example, just look at the PC news, it's always a day late and a dollar (or a euro) short. You cannot get your PC news here, otherwise you're left out most of the time. You're better off going to voodoo 3d, shacknews, and IGN just to name a few.

It's just up to us PC Gamers to promote our own stuff, especially here. IGN has an entire dedicated PC staff, here at GS, we have Jason Ocampo, all by himself it seems...

yeah, a shame really. Oh well atleast the forums offer some nice information once in a while :)