The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Hearts of Stone Analysis on Niklas Notes

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Hearts of Stone

DLC

(released 9 years ago)

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TL;DR

It is the first official expansion pack for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, featuring Geralt of Rivia on a quest against an immortal bandit. Players can expect over 10 hours of new adventures, characters, and choices that shape the story. This DLC introduces new weapons, contracts, and a unique romance not found in the base game.

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Genres:

Action RPG

Horror

Open World

Tags:

Horror

Action

RPG

Exploration

Open World

Adventure

Action RPG

Singleplayer

Choices Matter

Atmospheric

Story Rich

Third Person

Magic

Dark Fantasy

Gore

Great Soundtrack

Sexual Content

Nudity

Fantasy

Mature

Likely Inspirations:

Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn

Bloodborne

Dark Souls

Divinity: Original Sin

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Steam Review Analysis - Total (updated Jul 24, 2025, 4:27 AM)

Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Review Summary - 6,978

94%

Very Positive

6045

333

91%

Purchased on Steam

575

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

Overall, 'Hearts of Stone' is celebrated for its engaging story, value for money, and the introduction of new characters, while a few players noted technical issues, the lack of crafting schematics, and frustrations with ambiguous choices. The expansion is highly recommended for fans of the base game, offering a rich and immersive experience that exceeds expectations.

Strongly Positive

Engaging Story

Players consistently praise the captivating and intricate narrative that surpasses expectations.

~25%

Value for Money

Many reviews highlight the expansion's extensive content and quality relative to its low price.

~9%

New Characters

The introduction of memorable and well-developed characters enhances the overall experience.

~6%

Atmospheric Design

The DLC's environments and thematic elements contribute to a rich and immersive atmosphere.

~5%

Positive

Challenging Gameplay

Players appreciate the increased difficulty and engaging combat mechanics introduced in the expansion.

~5%

Character Development

The depth and backstories of characters are highlighted as a strong point of the DLC.

~4%

Soundtrack

The music in the DLC is noted for its quality and contribution to the overall experience.

~4%

Replayability

The expansion offers enough content and choices that encourage players to replay it.

~3%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Technical Issues

Some players report frustrations with bugs or save issues that detract from the experience.

~1%

Lack of Crafting Schematics

Players express disappointment over missing crafting schematics for certain items, impacting gameplay.

~1%

Ambiguous Choices

Players express frustration over choices that seem to lack clear consequences or meaningful outcomes.

~1%

Strongly Negative

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Updated on Aug 26, 2025, 11:00 PM