Work in Progress FAQ for The Witcher III: Wild Hunt
This is the beginning of a Frequently Asked Questions thread for The Wild Hunt. This was originally @jerf.674‘s idea, in response to lots of new threads popping up, just for single questions. I have taken the liberty of setting the wheels in motion. His suggested plan, and a few other comments on it, may be found here: http://forums.cdprojektred.com/threads/28531-New-Forum-Launch-opinions-suggestions/page31
This is the collection thread, open to input from our devoted forum community members, for the benefit of new members, and people just looking for information on the game. If you’ve seen a particular recurring question about the forthcoming title, please, feel free to post it here, and supply a clear, concise answer. We're trying to get as many common questions as possible answered in one place.
Please bear in mind, though, that this is a general FAQ for the game, intended to aid newcomers, and is not the place for detailed plot questions, debates, or extensive speculation on features or mechanics!
Once we’ve gathered these questions and answers, the thread will be proofed and edited, then it will be posted as a sticky in the main TW3 forum.
Thanks to our moderators, the community, and jerf.674.
To start off, here are a few common technical questions, to which I’ve supplied answers:
There are approximately 50 hours of main story gameplay, with an additional 50+ hours of side quests. For players who wish to explore and pursue everything, there can be over 200 hours; however, this depends very much on your playing style, and quests choices. An estimated average of 75 - 150 hours can be expected.
This is the beginning of a Frequently Asked Questions thread for The Wild Hunt. This was originally @jerf.674‘s idea, in response to lots of new threads popping up, just for single questions. I have taken the liberty of setting the wheels in motion. His suggested plan, and a few other comments on it, may be found here: http://forums.cdprojektred.com/threads/28531-New-Forum-Launch-opinions-suggestions/page31
This is the collection thread, open to input from our devoted forum community members, for the benefit of new members, and people just looking for information on the game. If you’ve seen a particular recurring question about the forthcoming title, please, feel free to post it here, and supply a clear, concise answer. We're trying to get as many common questions as possible answered in one place.
Please bear in mind, though, that this is a general FAQ for the game, intended to aid newcomers, and is not the place for detailed plot questions, debates, or extensive speculation on features or mechanics!
Once we’ve gathered these questions and answers, the thread will be proofed and edited, then it will be posted as a sticky in the main TW3 forum.
Thanks to our moderators, the community, and jerf.674.
To start off, here are a few common technical questions, to which I’ve supplied answers:
- On what platforms can I play The Witcher III?
PC (Windows only, at present), Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
- Can my PC run The Witcher III? What are the system requirements?
Minimum System Requirements
Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz
AMD CPU Phenom II X4 940
Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660
AMD GPU Radeon HD 7870
RAM 6GB
OS 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
DirectX 11
HDD Space 40 GB
Recommended System Requirements
Intel CPU Core i7 3770 3,4 GHz
AMD CPU AMD FX-8350 4 GHz
Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 770
AMD GPU Radeon R9 290
RAM 8GB
OS 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
DirectX 11
HDD Space 40 GB
Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz
AMD CPU Phenom II X4 940
Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660
AMD GPU Radeon HD 7870
RAM 6GB
OS 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
DirectX 11
HDD Space 40 GB
Recommended System Requirements
Intel CPU Core i7 3770 3,4 GHz
AMD CPU AMD FX-8350 4 GHz
Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 770
AMD GPU Radeon R9 290
RAM 8GB
OS 64-bit Windows 7 or 64-bit Windows 8 (8.1)
DirectX 11
HDD Space 40 GB
- Can I use a console controller on PC?
Yes, the Sony Dualshock 4 controller, and the X-box controller are both supported on PC.
Yes, the Sony Dualshock 4 controller, and the X-box controller are both supported on PC.
- If I want to play with a mouse and keyboard, can I remap the keys?
Yes, you can use mouse and keyboard, and map the keys you would like to use.
- What fps can we expect the game have on the three platforms?
The game will run in 1080p/30fps on PlayStation 4 and 900p/30fps on Xbox One. On PC, it is expected that, at the recommended system requirements, or better, a GeForce GTX 980, or near equivalent GPU, will be required for 60 fps.
- Do I need to play the previous games before starting Wild Hunt?
No, The Witcher III is a new, stand-alone RPG, meant to be enjoyed by both new and returning players alike. If you wish to play the previous titles, they may give you a deeper, and richer perspective on the world of The Witcher, but it is not necessary in order to play.
- What languages are supported in the game?
- How long is the game?
There are approximately 50 hours of main story gameplay, with an additional 50+ hours of side quests. For players who wish to explore and pursue everything, there can be over 200 hours; however, this depends very much on your playing style, and quests choices. An estimated average of 75 - 150 hours can be expected.
- So, The Witcher III is this huge open-world, right? Is it anything like Skyrim?
The Witcher III is a vast, multi-region game, comprising of two larger areas, and several smaller ones, which combine to create over 3-times the size of Skyrim's single-region open-world. But apart from size,there are also other very important differences. The Witcher series is inspired by the novels of Andrzej Sapkowski, and thus the game is driven by its story, rather than pure, freestyle adventures. In The Witcher, you do not have the same control to customise your character's appearance, gender, or race, as in The Elder Scrolls. You'll play as Geralt of Riva, the Monster Hunter, a man with his own complex personality, histories, and relationships. While you will be able to customise your skills, gear, and even your hair and beard, you must don the mantle of the protagonist Geralt for most of the game. But what kind of man Geralt will be is up to you. . . .
- Where can I order the Collector’s Edition?
The Collector’s Edition is generally no longer available in most countries, and more copies will not be released.
- What are the 16 Free DLCs? How do I get them?
- What about the Expansions, are they part of the DLCs?
No, the two expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, are independent of the 16 free DLCs. Purchase of The Witcher III will not grant you access to the Expansions. They must be purchased separately.
- Does the Collector's Edition include any addition game content, such as DLCs or the Expansion Packs?
No, the DLCs announced are free for everyone who buys the game, and the Expansion Packs must be bought separately.
- Do I need The Witcher III to play the Expansions? Are they stand-alone games?
The Witcher III is required to play the Expansions: they are not stand-alone games
- I’ve bought the PC retail copy of The Witcher III: what version of the Expansions do I buy?
The boxed PC version of the game is compatible only with the Expansion Pass sold on GOG.com.
- Does the retail version of the game use Steam or GOG Galaxy for installation? Do I need an internet connection to play?
No, the retail version is DRM-free and does not force you to use Steam or any other online platform. If you purchase a digital copy, once you've downloaded the game, you will not need to be connected to the internet to play it. The same applies for the physical retail copy.
- How do I transfer my savegames/plot-choices from the previous Witchers?
On PC, if you still have your saves, they'll be imported automatically. On PS4, X-box One, or if you no longer have your PC saves, an in-game conversation with a special NPC will allow you to recreate your story decisions from the previous titles.
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