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The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings
By CD Projekt RED, released 1 Jan 2011
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- macOS
- fantasy video game
What it is
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is a fantasy role-playing game from CD Projekt RED, with a mature, non-linear story about Geralt of Rivia amid a struggle for power in the Northern Kingdoms. Decisions can have consequences, and the story has four beginnings and 16 endings. Combat combines action with RPG mechanics; players can use melee and ranged weapons, prepare potions, set traps, cast magic or sneak. The game also describes varied locations, including trading posts, mining towns, castles and fortresses. It released in 2011; the Steam release is dated April 16, 2012. Listed platforms are Windows, Linux and macOS, and Steam lists all three. Steam features include adjustable difficulty, save-anytime support, achievements, trading cards and accessibility options such as playable without timed input and color alternatives. The Steam age rating is 17.
What players like, and what they don't
- Four beginnings and 16 endings are listed
- Combat offers melee, ranged and magical options
- Adjustable difficulty and save anytime
- Playable without timed input
- Steam age rating is 17
- Story choices can lead to dire consequences
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a fantasy RPG with consequential choices and tactical combat options. Its adjustable difficulty and playable-without-timed-input feature may also matter to players choosing how to approach play.
The Witcher 2 combines a branching story with combat that allows several approaches. Its Steam listing includes adjustable difficulty and save-anytime support alongside the mature age rating.
