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Action RPG · Dark fantasy

The Witcher

Monster hunting, hard choices — and you can start with the third game.

Games on Switch
2
Story complexity
Moderate
Consoles
Switch
Start with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete EditionSee the playing order

The story, simply explained

What is it?

Dark-fantasy RPGs based on the Polish book series.

What is the story about?

Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, gets caught up in wars and politics while protecting the people he loves.

Who are the main characters?

Geralt, Ciri and Yennefer.

Why play it?

Choices with real consequences and side quests as good as the main story.

Is the story connected?

Yes, but The Witcher 3 is made so newcomers can jump in. Thronebreaker stands alone.

How many games should I play?

One: The Witcher 3 Complete Edition.

Choose your playing order

Start with The Witcher 3.

  1. 1The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition
    Start here

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition

    2015

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    Geralt, a monster hunter for hire, searches a war-torn land for Ciri, the young woman he raised.

  2. 2Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
    Optional

    Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales

    2018

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    Queen Meve leads her army against an invading empire, in a story told through card battles.

Missing chapters

  • The Witcher (2007) and The Witcher 2 — Not on Switch. The Witcher 3 recaps what you need.

Gear for the journey

Storage, cases, controllers and headsets that suit long story games.

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