The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - NEW GAME + Analysis on Niklas Notes

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - NEW GAME +

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(released 10 years ago)

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TL;DR

It is an RPG where players can start a new game with all their previous skills and items. It allows players to experience the epic fantasy adventure of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt again, but with tougher challenges. Players can expect to slay more ferocious beasts and collect better loot.

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Genres:

RPG

Tags:

RPG

Likely Inspirations:

Dark Souls

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Final Fantasy XV

Shadow of the Colossus

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Steam Review Analysis - Total (updated Jul 29, 2025, 8:08 PM)

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

Review Summary - 563

91%

Very Positive

194

39%

Purchased on Steam

323

61%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

Overall, players have a highly positive sentiment towards the New Game Plus feature and the gameplay experience of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. However, concerns about limitations on NG+ attempts, technical issues, and the need for better difficulty scaling indicate areas for improvement.

Strongly Positive

New Game Plus Feature

Players appreciate the addition of the New Game Plus feature, allowing them to replay the game with their previous progress.

~11%

Gameplay Experience

The gameplay is often described as fluid and engaging, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.

~5%

High Replay Value

Players find the game offers significant replay value, with new experiences and choices available in subsequent playthroughs.

~4%

Quality of Content

The quality of the game's content, including story and mechanics, is highly praised, often seen as a benchmark for other games.

~4%

Positive

Free DLC

The fact that the New Game Plus feature is offered as a free DLC is appreciated by players, enhancing their overall satisfaction.

~3%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Difficulty Scaling

Players express a desire for more challenging gameplay options in New Game Plus, indicating a need for better difficulty scaling.

~3%

Technical Issues

A few players report technical issues with starting New Game Plus, which detracts from their experience.

~2%

Confusion with NG+ Mechanics

Players express confusion regarding how to properly initiate New Game Plus, suggesting a need for clearer instructions.

~2%

Game Length

While many enjoy the game's length, some feel it could be longer, indicating a desire for even more content.

~1%

Strongly Negative

Limited NG+ Attempts

Some players are frustrated by the limitation of being able to start New Game Plus only once, which restricts replayability.

~3%

This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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Updated on Aug 26, 2025, 10:50 PM