Summary of New Facts
Technical (Not in Game) Facts:
Editions:
=> "Standard" Edition with (not-ingame) premium content the same across all platforms (Game Manual, Witcher Universe Compendium, Map, Soundtrack)
=> Special Collectors Edition (with Geralt-Griffin Statue, Artbook, Wolf-Medallion, Steelbook, Soundtrack, Map, etc. (also no ingame content (thank you CDPR)))
=> Digital Edition (Digital Artbook, Bonus Videos, Detailed Map)
=> Digital GoG Edition (Extended Game Soundtrack, First Part of Witcher Comic Book, Concept Artworks, Custom Wallpapers + Neverwinter Nights (+ 3 Expansions) + Loyalty Discount)
=> Digital Editions for Console Platforms later this year
=> Introduction of GoG Galaxy DRM-Free Platform
=> No "always online"
=> No "forced" Accounts for Singleplayer
=> Optional Platform
=> Cross-Play (GoG to Steam, etc).
Now to the exciting stuff (though I 100% support the above and welcome it in the Industry):
Gameplay Trailer Footage
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Hidden Message
"We missed you!
Today we got a look at the third trailer for the witcher 3 wild hunt. We hope you liked it!
There's much more to the game that it's just impossible to show everything within two and a half minutes.
Most importantly, we showed you a preview of our main characters:
Geralt's close friends and some of the last witchers remaining in the world. Vesemir, Eskel, and Lambert will play a big part in the game, as well as their famous fortress, Kaer Morhen.
You also got a glimpse of the renowned bard Dandelion and the sorceress, Triss Merigold.
Emhyr Var Emhyreis, Emperor of Nilfgaard, the most powerful man in the world of the Witcher also made an appearance. Recognise his voice?
And then there was Ciri!
And Yennefer!
By the way, if you're new to the series, don't worry, the game will provide you all the information you need to know, and you'll start loving (and battling) characters in no time!
Also you've been asking many questions about gameplay features and we're finally ready to answer some of them:
Yes, you will be able to fight on horseback.
The crossbow. Yup, Geralt has a ranged weapon. Because monsters fly and you can't stab them.
Remember swimming and sailing? You'll be able to dive and search for a lot of hidden stuff too. There's a whole underwater world to discover.
Horse racing anyone?
You also got to hear more music from the game. This particular track was composed by Marcin Przybyłowicz and Percival. We'd love to hear your feedback on our forums, facebook, or twitter etc.
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt Team
CD Projekt RED
P.S. Have you seen the Witcher 3:Wild Hunt Collector's Edition video? What do you think of the figure?
P.S. If you still waiting for more, please be patient, we're just warming up!"
=> The following characters from the Books and/or the previous games have been confirmed:
=> Ciri ( 0:54 )
=> Yennefer (obviously) ( 1:39 (right))
=> Vesemir ( 0:22 )
=> Triss (obviously) ( 1:45 )
=> Dandelion (I think) ( 1:42 )
=> Eskel and Lambert (not 100% sure about the latter) ( 0:27 )
=> We will meet Emhyr ( 1:12 )
=> Confirmed Creatures:
=> Giant Crab (endrega? => Clear Identification needed) ( 0:28 )
=> Leshen ( 0:27 )
=> Bruxa (the one with the tentacle ) ( 0:24)
=> Cockatrice? / Wyvern? (Clear Identification Needed) ( 1:51 )
=> Griffin ( 2:05 )
=> Wood Witch (one of the 3 Baba Yagas) ( 2:00 )
=> Noonwraith ( 1:55 )
=> Werewolf ( 2:02 )
=> Nekkers ( 0:23 )
=> Drowners ( 1:53 )
=> Wraiths ( 0:25 )
=> Bear ( 1:48 )
=> Rotfiend ( 1:50 )
Other Confirmed Features and Elements:
=> Crossbow
=> Can not stab flying monsters (reason for CB )
=> Underwater Gameplay
=> Horse Races
=> Extended Sign Effects/Abilities shown
=> Jumping
=> (personal opinion) The areas are HUGE (or they look huge)
A few remarks based on the scenes, sorted by time:
~ 0:13 => Will we see Battles / Armies Battling?
~ 0:18=> Kaer Morhen?
~ 0:22=> Vesemir (+Neckers)
~0:24 => 360° Igni
~ 0:27 => Lambert
~ 0:31 => right side => Letho?
0:44 => Vizima?
0:52 => Uknown Location (Oxenfurt?)
~ 0:54 => Ciri
~ 1:12=> Emhyr
1:15 => Beautiful !! (and that's only an Island (I think))
1:21 => Snowy Region (Island? Kind of has an Himalaya/Tibet Vibe)
1:23 => Torches !!
1:24 => Huge Cave
1:33 => Geralt vs Wraith of the Wild Hunt
1:39 => Triss (left),Geralt (middle), Yennefer (right) (she looks a little arrogant, anyone noticed that?)
1:42 => Is THAT really Dandelion?
1:45 => Okay, after re-regarding it, Triss is really hot
1:49 => Bear and Crossbow (confirmed)
1:50 => Underwater Sections? (Monster on the right side)
1:51 => Wyvern? Cockatrice? (Identification needed)
1:52 => Horse Races (probably part of the "political" side of quests around Novigrad (my guess))
1:55 = Noonwraith
1:56 => Griffin (+Jumping seems to have a combat purpose as well)
2:00 => Forest Witch
2:01 => Werewolf in action
2:04 => Igni Flamethrower
Feel free to discuss, add pictures and create theories
