So you want to buy The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt? There are a couple of things you need to know about the game before purchase — things like PC specs, what kind of DLC to expect, updates and maybe even what the internet is saying about the game.
Witcher 3 is set to release on the PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on May 19th.
In order to keep this post as concise as possible, we will sum up certain features and link to further details.
First and Foremost
Our review round-up made something very clear: everyone loves the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Of course look out for our review of the game closer to the game's launch.
Day One Patch + Resolution
CD Projekt RED (CDPR) revealed that there will be a day one patch for Witcher 3. The patch will optimize gameplay on the Xbox One by scaling the resolution from 900p to 1080p. The PlayStation 4 verison is 1080p and the PC supports up to 4000K. This patch will also hopefully fix some of the framerate issues found on the console versions.
DLC
We remember the time when add-on disks truly expanded games by delivering meaningful content. As gamers, we’d like to bring that back. – CDPR
Yes, there will be DLC and yes, developer CDPR announced their DLC plans ahead of launch. CDPR is taking a stand against the current trend of DLC and will be offering both free and paid content for Witcher 3 owners. With its paid DLC, CDPR hopes to add content that doesn't mirror current DLC for games, but rather expansions of old, meaning providing a sizeable chunk of gameplay.
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Expansion Pass
- ​The Expansion Pass will feature two expansions to Witcher 3: Hearts of Stone, and Blood and Wine. Both expansions will add a considerable amount of hours/content to the game and is priced at $24.99.
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Free DLC
- CDPR's CEO wrote a heartfelt open letter to fans about their approach to DLC, it shows that they really care about the people that will be supporting their game. Because they love their fans so much they will be giving 16 pieces of DLC for free.
PC System Requirements
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MINIMUM:
- OS: 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
- Processor: Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz / AMD CPU Phenom II X4 940
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660 / AMD GPU Radeon HD 7870
- Hard Drive: 35 GB available space
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RECOMMENDED:
- OS: 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
- Processor: Intel CPU Core i7 3770 3.4 GHz / AMD CPU AMD FX-8350 4 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 770 / AMD GPU Radeon R9 290
- Hard Drive: 35 GB available space
Various tidbits of information:
- The world in Witcher 3 is absolutely huge, it's bigger than GTA 5 and Far Cry 4's maps combined. It's even bigger than Skyrim's map (by far). Specific numbers on size here.
- Geralt's beard will grow over time, there's more gore, there are lots of cities and the best items in the game must be crafted. There are a lot more details where this came from.
- Saves/choices from Witcher 2 will transfer to Witcher 3, the CDPR representative did not offer more information on the subject (but he did drop tidbits of other information).
- There are particular spells or weapon combinations that can be used on monsters that will damage them more. CDPR released a video detailing it.
- Game of Throne's Twyin Lannister is a voice actor for the game. No toilets and cross bows please.
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