The Witcher 3 is ninth game ever to get a GameSpot 10/10 - Polidicks

[t]http://imgkk.com/i/feu9.jpg[/t] [url]http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-review/1900-6416135/[/url] [quote]These distractions stand out in part because The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is otherwise incredible and sumptuous; the little quirks are pronounced when they are surrounded by stellar details. And make no mistake: this is one of the best role-playing games ever crafted, a titan among giants and the standard-setter for all such games going forward. Where the Witcher 2 sputtered to a halt, The Witcher 3 is always in a crescendo, crafting battle scenarios that constantly one-up the last, until you reach the explosive finale and recover in the glow of the game's quiet denouement. But while the grand clashes are captivating, it is the moments between conflicts, when you drink with the local clans and bask in a trobairitz's song, that are truly inspiring.[/quote] [url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/gamespots-complete-list-of-10-10-reviews-and-how-t/1100-6422955/]List of GameSpot 10/10s[/url] [quote]- The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (1998) - SoulCalibur (1999) - Chrono Cross (1999) - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 (2001) - Grand Theft Auto IV (2008) - Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (2008) - Super Mario Galaxy 2 (2010) - Bayonetta 2 (2014) - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (2015)[/quote]

Surprised that GTA 4 is one of them and not GTA 5. Most verdicts I've seen of GTA 4 weren't very positive with it being more serious. That said, Witcher looks like it completely deserves it, so good on you CDPR.

Technically its the 8th because GTA IV has no place on that list lol

That is an impressively small amount of games to get a full 10, from GameSpot of all places. I guess trying to go from 9 to 10 is a hell of a stretch.

[QUOTE=TheAdmiester;47710975]Surprised that GTA 4 is one of them and not GTA 5. Most verdicts I've seen of GTA 4 weren't very positive with it being more serious. That said, Witcher looks like it completely deserves it, so good on you CDPR.[/QUOTE] GTA4 was a technological wonder when it first came out, I remember seeing a gif of a car crash in GTA4 and shitting myself

[quote]- Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 (2001)[/quote] Oooooh, the memories.

[QUOTE=smurfy;47710983]GTA4 was a technological feat when it first came out, I remember seeing a gif of a car crash in GTA4 and shitting myself[/QUOTE] True, I suppose I was mainly thinking of the story and vibe of the game. The tech was indeed absolutely amazing for 2008.

[QUOTE=Banned?;47710982]That is an impressively small amount of games to get a full 10, from GameSpot of all places. I guess trying to go from 9 to 10 is a hell of a stretch.[/QUOTE] GameSpot usually gives lower scores than what's expected

Still a little unimpressed by the graphical changes. Although with them I may now be able to run the game at High with no problems.

its okay

When Bayonetta 2 came out they did a video explaining every 10/10 they've given so far [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LktZRuzsyQc[/media]

[QUOTE=Raizo;47711001]its okay[/QUOTE] Please don't post their full review, its against the rules

the reference to red dead redemption is pretty refreshing to hear in the eurogamer preview; I'm just really loving all the world building there is apparently [quote=eurogamer]On the surface, Wild Hunt is pretty standard fare, as far as the genre of free-roaming role-playing games goes. Like, say, Bethesda's Elder Scrolls series before it, the Witcher 3 coughs up an expansive, explorable fantasy kingdom, stuffs it full of stories and then sends you crisscrossing the continent, gathering quests that mix ample chat with magic-imbued hack-and-slash combat, all topped off with extensive character customisation. However, while Skyrim (for all its majesty) often sent you on quests hewn from glum fantasy cliché at the behest of a series of plastic-faced nobodies, CD Projekt's work feels richer and more humane. If anything, Wild Hunt recalls Rockstar's cowboy epic Red Dead Redemption - and not just because both games let you trot about on horseback. [B]What it comes down to, I think, is that, like Red Dead, Wild Hunt offers an open world with a real sense of place. This is a game packed full of life and character that manages to remain focused and cohesive, despite its imposing scale. [/B] From a purely aesthetic perspective, the Witcher 3 is gorgeous, of course, offering a wild world rich in detail and carefully primed ambiance. I've lost count of the number of I've stopped to gawp as the setting sun bathed the world in golden hues, or paused, captivated, as an incoming storm whipped through exposed boughs. Temeria might be a grab-bag of fantasy tradition - as the titular, roguish Witcher, Geralt, you'll pass through misty swamps, ominous woods, sleepy hamlets and enormous cities on your travels - but everything feels like it has been placed with purpose and care. Regions flow organically into one another and crisscrossing quest lines do a masterly job of foreshadowing future events, guiding you past crucial landmarks - the looming battlements of a distant city, or a towering hillside rising awkwardly through swampy mist, adorned with a single gnarled tree - and offering tantalising glimpses of things to come.[/quote] [url]http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-05-12-the-witcher-3-is-a-masterpiece-of-world-building[/url]

[QUOTE=TheAdmiester;47710987]True, I suppose I was mainly thinking of the story and vibe of the game. The tech was indeed absolutely amazing for 2008.[/QUOTE] Only thing that annoyed me about GTA4 was the hit&miss quality of the PC port and Roman. But the former doesn't count if they reviewed the console version.

Is The Witcher 3 really THAT good of a game? I didn't think I would like it at first, but if it's that great, I might try it anyways.....

[QUOTE=Silence I Kill You;47711104]Is The Witcher 3 really THAT good of a game? I didn't think I would like it at first, but if it's that great, I might try it anyways.....[/QUOTE] Clearly you haven't played The Witcher 2. That was a fucking incredible game and this looks better in every regard. Where most worlds just feel like set pieces for games, the Witcher takes it to another level of storytelling

[QUOTE=Silence I Kill You;47711104]Is The Witcher 3 really THAT good of a game? I didn't think I would like it at first, but if it's that great, I might try it anyways.....[/QUOTE] Well, to me The Witcher 2 was one of the best RPG's I've ever played. CDPR really knows how to deliver, besides the Witcher, I can't think of another gritty, dark-ish fantasy game with that much attention to detail and interesting plot. I was kinda' surprised they went with open world when it was first announced, but it seems like they really made it work. I'm still pre-loading as we speak. D:

[QUOTE=redBadger;47710980]Technically its the 8th because GTA IV has no place on that list lol[/QUOTE] What the hell are you on about. GTA IV was mindblowingly amazing for it's time.

[QUOTE=Silence I Kill You;47711104]Is The Witcher 3 really THAT good of a game? I didn't think I would like it at first, but if it's that great, I might try it anyways.....[/QUOTE] You should definitely try it. I'd start with the 2nd before the 3rd comes to see if it's your thing. The 1st has a bit too many errand boy quests for my taste but still very good.

Let me guess, it's the new citizen kane of videogames?

[QUOTE=Mitsudigi;47711155]You should definitely try it. I'd start with the 2nd before the 3rd comes to see if it's your thing. The 1st has a bit too many errand boy quests for my taste but still very good.[/QUOTE] Is the first one really not necessary? Been trying to get into the series but just the tutorial section and the first few quests alone are a bit too much for me. Just want to know if I'd be missing out on anything critical plot elements and shit if I just skip to the second.

To me The Witcher 2 is one of the pinnacles of story telling in video games. The choices actually matter and the game feels exicting all the way through. I truly felt there was choice in the game and that is what made me want to continue playing it. The characters were really well done as well, better than what Bioware could come up with.

[QUOTE=ehheh;47711177]Is the first one really not necessary? Been trying to get into the series but just the tutorial section and the first few quests alone are a bit too much for me. Just want to know if I'd be missing out on anything critical plot elements and shit if I just skip to the second.[/QUOTE] The second ones tutorial is worse. I still have never got past the first quest. I guess I just suck really bad.

Damn, I want this. Fuck being poor and unemployed :v:

Fuck it. Got the trilogy on steam instead of the games individually.

[QUOTE=Chi_DE;47711141]Well, to me The Witcher 2 was one of the best RPG's I've ever played. CDPR really knows how to deliver, besides the Witcher, I can't think of another gritty, dark-ish fantasy game with that much attention to detail and interesting plot. I was kinda' surprised they went with open world when it was first announced, but it seems like they really made it work. I'm still pre-loading as we speak. D:[/QUOTE] One of the biggest let downs for the witcher 2 was that it wasn't open world. Im glad they changed that

I'm flying out to visit my boyfriend the same day the game comes out. I'll be gone for three weeks without being able to play. That's not so fun.

[QUOTE=Te Great Skeeve;47711203]The second ones tutorial is worse. I still have never got past the first quest. I guess I just suck really bad.[/QUOTE] I wanted to really like The Witcher 2, but something about the combat really put me off. For me at least, in RPGs you should either go full blown focus on great combat (Dark Souls) in sacrifice on the RPG-ish traditional standards. Or you go full blown unapologetic DnD based dice roll type gameplay, and then fill er up with tons of stats and detail etc etc. Games like the Witcher that kind of go half and half on both kind of bother me, I haven't played a single "traditional" style RPG with more action based combat that ever felt good. It's just trying to win over two types of audiences at the same time.

[QUOTE=BenJammin';47711248]I wanted to really like The Witcher 2, but something about the combat really put me off. For me at least, in RPGs you should either go full blown focus on great combat (Dark Souls) in sacrifice on the RPG-ish traditional standards. Or you go full blown unapologetic DnD based dice roll type gameplay, and then fill er up with tons of stats and detail etc etc. Games like the Witcher that kind of go half and half on both kind of bother me, I haven't played a single "traditional" style RPG with more action based combat that ever felt good. It's just trying to win over two types of audiences at the same time.[/QUOTE] I think the combat suffers because of how janky the game can be at some times. Someone posted a video in the Witcher thread the other day, that sums this up: [vid]http://a.pomf.se/ypgxoy.webm[/vid] It's a game I want to sink myself in and enjoy the immersion, but it's difficult when stuff like this happens all the time in the game. Witcher 3 looks to have resolved this though, so I can't wait.

[QUOTE=smurfy;47710952][url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/gamespots-complete-list-of-10-10-reviews-and-how-t/1100-6422955/]List of GameSpot 10/10s[/url] [B]- Chrono Cross (1999) - Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (2008)[/B][/QUOTE] Fucking seriously?