The Witcher Review

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Written by BuckGB on January 8th, 2008

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While labelled as an RPG, The Witcher bears only a fleeting resemblance to what fans of the genre might expect. You play Geralt, a silver-haired growly-voiced nutcase, whose girly long hair and effeminate walk detract from his skills as a warrior. It's non-negotionable, Geralt is the only playable character in the game and is uncustomisable. Put bluntly, if you're not into a hero that looks decidedly unheroic, you're out of luck. Geralt's weapons, namely a sword and a bit of alchemy, are pretty much a mainstay throughout the lengthy game experience. Your sword can be modified, the armour only slightly, leaving custom-heavy enthusiasts perplexed. Geralt isn't that likable either. He often does the wrong thing and you're left to deal with the consequences of his actions, however it's refreshing to play a character so unsavoury.

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