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I spent years forcing myself to finish The Witcher 3—don't repeat my mistake
Consensus and genre labels aren’t reliable predictors of what you’ll enjoy.
TL;DR
- The author did not enjoy The Witcher 3, despite its widespread critical acclaim and popularity.
- A key reason for dislike is the preference for games where players create their own characters and define their roles, contrasting with The Witcher 3's predefined protagonist, Geralt of Rivia.
- The author also prefers games that focus on the player's journey from novice to master, rather than games that emphasize a pre-existing 'power fantasy' of a highly capable character.
- The article argues that genre labels and community consensus are not reliable indicators of personal enjoyment.
- It encourages gamers to understand and value their own unique tastes, rather than feeling pressured to like games that are popularly acclaimed.
- The author notes that GOG.com is offering The Witcher 3 at a discount and that the game is well-maintained, even after several years.