The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

By Semtex
in Gamers' Hangout

 Share

Recommended Posts

Grand Master

+Random Stranger Subscriber¹

Posted
  • Subscriber¹
Posted

I'm considering getting this game soon. Sorry for being a little ignorant, but what's GOG (I know the website) and is there a better version of this game to get? I'm used to Steam for my usual purchases.

 

 

gog is "good old games"

 

a site that collects completely DRM free unprotected versions of games.   it is also owned by the same people who made witcher.   

 

it does not really matter where you buy the game. if you like steam, you can get it there.  gog version is completely unprotected, in the sense that your copy will always work, without connecting to verify anything.

 

 

 

gameplay wise, there is no difference!

Grand Master

trag3dy

Posted
Posted

Thanks. I think I'll default to my Steam method.  :D

 

I've heard the GoG version is a smaller download too, compared to steams. But I haven't actually verified if that's true or not.

 

If bandwidth usage and download speeds aren't a problem then it doesn't matter, of course.

 

And new dlc this week..

 

 

I'm kind of glad I haven't had time to play this game the last month or so. 

Veteran

Luc2k

Posted
Posted

I've heard the GoG version is a smaller download too, compared to steams. But I haven't actually verified if that's true or not.

 

If bandwidth usage and download speeds aren't a problem then it doesn't matter, of course.

 

And new dlc this week..

 

 

I'm kind of glad I haven't had time to play this game the last month or so. 

Hmm, the model change when he cuts people in half is very jarring.

  • +Random Stranger
  • Like 1
Grand Master

trag3dy

Posted
Posted

Just got to play some and the first thing I noticed is that they've changed the level requirements for the Witcher crafted armor. Specifically Enhanced Ursine armor. It went from 22/23 to 25/26.

 

That wasn't in any version of the patch notes that I could track down and I'm curious why they changed it.

 

Apparently it can cause a lot of problems when you get to parts of the game that unequip your weapons such as fist fights and other quests. It'll leave you naked and without weapons to use.

 

Of course if you've already made it further into the game or aren't that far into it not much changes.

 

My Geralt is only level 23 so this could potentially cause me some problems.

Grand Master

+Random Stranger Subscriber¹

Posted
  • Subscriber¹
Posted (edited)

What exactly is the New Game DLC?

 

Earlier this week, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt developer CD Projekt Red revealed that the final piece of free downloadable content coming to the open-world game was a New Game+ mode. Today, the developer explains what that means for players returning for a replay of The Witcher 3.

First on the list? "Enemies will be stronger, obviously," CD Projekt Red community lead Marcin Momot said.

In a post on the game's official forums, Momot explained that player experience, money and alchemy recipes will carry over when starting a New Game+ playthrough. So will items, with a few exceptions: Gwent cards, quest items, books, letters, usable items and trophies.

If a player finishes the game below level 30, they'll be bumped up to level 30 when they start New Game+, Momot explained. Otherwise, they'll start New Game+ playthroughs with their current level.

"You also get a free Clearing Potion at the start so you can reset your skills and try a different build," Momot said.

Players will be able to select any difficulty level they want when starting New Game+.

 

 

 

i am still staying away from alchemy :p       but i'll consider a less sword and more signs build.  though i will wait to play it again until closer to expansion packs time i guess. memory is still too fresh...

  • Victor Rambo
  • Like 1
Grand Master

trag3dy

Posted
Posted
i am still staying away from alchemy :p       but i'll consider a less sword and more signs build.  though i will wait to play it again until closer to expansion packs time i guess. memory is still too fresh...

Whats wrong with alchemy? Having a lightning potion that lasts 2+ minutes is quite useful on death march difficulty.

I wouldn't put a lot of points into alchemy but there are some useful things in there.

Grand Master

+Red King Subscriber²

Posted
  • Subscriber²
Posted

Whats wrong with alchemy? Having a lightning potion that lasts 2+ minutes is quite useful on death march difficulty.

I wouldn't put a lot of points into alchemy but there are some useful things in there.

poisoning from oils

This topic is now closed to further replies.
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Posts

    • Samsung is shutting down yet another app used by millions

      By David Uzondu · Posted

      Uhm, that's every business ever, though. It doesn't matter if a bajillion users are using it. As long as it's not making bank, it's probably headed for the graveyard.
    • what other retro software do yall use

      By Steven P. · Posted

      Yeah Patchou was an active member here, good ol' times indeed.
    • Samsung is shutting down yet another app used by millions

      By macoman · Posted

      Samsung is the new Google... they don't care if millions of people are using it.
    • Steam Next Fest returns with thousands of new demos to try out

      By Zeromus2003 · Posted

      Still no word on Tides of Annihilation...... so weird that it wasn't shown at the big Game Fest. Guess I'll put it in the bin like Judas and Squadron 42.
    • Samsung is shutting down yet another app used by millions

      By David Uzondu · Posted

      Samsung is shutting down yet another app used by millions by David Uzondu Samsung has announced that it is shutting down Samsung Max, its VPN service used by more than 50 million people, effective today. Samsung Max VPN, if you don't know, was an Android app born on February 23, 2018, out of the ashes of Opera Max, a very popular data-saving VPN that Opera had discontinued the previous year. Samsung bought the discontinued service, rebranded it, and added a native Samsung UI to fit the Galaxy ecosystem. The app could do things like compress images, help you manage background data on a per-app basis, reduce video data consumption, shrink music files, optimize webpages, block advertisement trackers in incognito mode, and encrypt your internet traffic on public Wi-Fi networks. Image via SammyGuru If you open the app now, you'd be greeted by a shutdown banner warning that all VPN, data saving, and privacy services stopped functioning on June 15, 2026. The creators failed to provide a reason for the shutdown, instead publishing a farewell note that read: "Thank you for being with us over the years. Your support and activity truly meant a lot to us and helped shape this app into what it became." This same message appears on the Google Play Store listing for the app as well. Max VPN is the latest service from Samsung to join the list of discontinued applications from the company. Just two months ago, the Korean tech giant announced that it is completely shutting down Samsung Messages, forcing millions of users to migrate to Google Messages by next month. The only devices that the shutdown won't affect are older smartphones running Android 11 or lower. Some of the features of Google Messages that Samsung hopes will entice users include AI-powered scam detection to block suspicious links, integrated Gemini AI tools to generate quick replies, custom chat bubbles, and universal RCS compatibility for sharing high-quality media with iOS users. The platform also offers seamless syncing across tablets and smartwatches. In addition to that, users gain access to message scheduling, smart classification, and automated category sorting. Via: SammyGuru

  • Recent Achievements

    • One Year In
      ThatGuyOnline earned a badge
      One Year In
    • Week One Done
      Jeroen Wilms earned a badge
      Week One Done
    • Week One Done
      rolfus earned a badge
      Week One Done
    • One Month Later
      Leroy Jethro Gibbs earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • Conversation Starter
      flexorcist earned a badge
      Conversation Starter

  • Popular Contributors

    1. 1
      +primortal
      500
    2. 2
      +Edouard
      195
    3. 3
      PsYcHoKiLLa
      125
    4. 4
      Steven P.
      85
    5. 5
      neufuse
      73
    Show More

  • Tell a friend

    Love Neowin? Tell a friend!