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Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion vs The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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Release Date | |
Sep 5, 2025 | May 19, 2015 |
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Marvelous First Studio | CD Projekt Red |
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Marvelous (XSEED Games) | CD Projekt (Poland), Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (NA), Bandai Namco Entertainment (Europe & other regions) |
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Action, Mecha, Third-Person Shooter, Open World, RPG | Action RPG, Open World, Fantasy, Third-Person |
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Unreal Engine 5 | REDengine 3 (with SpeedTree, Umbra 3, PhysX, etc.) |
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Rating Pending (Expected T - Teen) | Mature 17+ |
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0.0 / 5.0 | 4.9 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
$59.99 | $39.99 |
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Skills & Progression | |
Character enhancement revolves around acquiring superior equipment and unlocking new 'moves' or 'skills' through progression. Players pilot and customize modular 'Arsenal' mechs, salvaging parts from defeated enemies to upgrade every component. Out-of-mech pilot customization is also expanded with new skills and augmentations. |
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World & Level Design | |
The game shifts from instanced missions to a single, enormous, and seamless open world called the Blue Planet. The world features diverse biomes like shattered cities, frozen wastelands, and desolate fields, with dynamic weather systems that directly impact gameplay. |
The game features several large, distinct open-world regions rather than one single contiguous map. These include: White Orchard (prologue area), Velen & Novigrad (a massive combined region of swamps, forests, battlefields, and the large city of Novigrad), Skellige Isles (an archipelago of mountainous, Viking-inspired islands), Kaer Morhen (a smaller mountainous region with the Witcher keep), and later through DLCs, Toussaint (a vibrant, fairy-tale duchy). The total landmass is estimated to be very large (e.g., Velen/Novigrad alone is often cited as over 100 sq km, with Skellige adding another significant portion). Each region is densely packed with quests, points of interest, monster nests, and hidden treasures. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
The entire main story is playable in up to three-player online co-op with a seamless drop-in/drop-out system. The game also features multiplayer raids against titanic bosses and asynchronous online features like placing outposts to help other players. |
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a purely single-player experience. There are no multiplayer modes. |
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Available Editions | |
Details on different game editions are yet to be announced. A playable demo covering the first nine chapters will be released, with save data transferring to the full game. |
Available in Standard Edition. A Collector's Edition included a Geralt vs. Griffin statue, SteelBook, artbook, medallion, map. Later, a Game of the Year Edition (or Complete Edition) was released, bundling the base game with both major expansions ('Hearts of Stone' and 'Blood and Wine') and all free DLCs. The Next-Gen Update (Patch 4.0) was a free upgrade for existing owners on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
Plans for post-launch content or DLC have not yet been announced. |
CD Projekt Red released 16 free DLCs (cosmetic items, small quests, New Game+). Two major paid expansions were released: 'Hearts of Stone' (a lengthy, dark, and story-focused adventure with new characters and a compelling narrative) and 'Blood and Wine' (a massive expansion set in the new region of Toussaint, with a new main storyline, numerous side quests, new monsters, gear, and a player home vineyard). Both expansions are critically acclaimed. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
N/A | Powered by REDengine 3, The Witcher 3 was renowned for its stunning visuals at launch, showcasing vast, detailed landscapes, realistic weather systems, and expressive character models. The Next-Gen Update (Patch 4.0) significantly enhanced visuals on PC and current-gen consoles, adding ray-traced global illumination and ambient occlusion, improved screen space reflections, higher resolution textures, and denser environments, making it visually competitive with modern titles. |
Audio & Soundtrack | |
N/A | Original score composed by Marcin Przybyłowicz and Mikołaj Stroiński, featuring a blend of orchestral arrangements, Slavic folk music influences, and haunting ambient tracks. The soundtrack, particularly tracks like 'The Wolven Storm (Priscilla's Song)' and various battle themes, is highly praised. Sound design is immersive, with distinct monster sounds, environmental ambiances reflecting different regions, and impactful combat effects. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
N/A | Features a customizable HUD displaying health, stamina, toxicity, equipped Signs, and a mini-map. A radial menu allows quick selection of Signs, potions, bombs, and pocket items. Inventory, character (skills, gear), alchemy, crafting, journal, and world map are accessed through a comprehensive menu system. The Bestiary provides information on monsters and their weaknesses. |
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N/A | The original release had limited accessibility options. The Next-Gen Update and subsequent patches improved this, adding features like customizable subtitles (size, background), options for font size, HUD scaling, control remapping (PC), options to reduce camera motion/head bob, and gameplay settings like auto-looting and alternative QTE inputs. |
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1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1080p resolution, aiming for a consistent 60 FPS or higher.) CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a solid high-framerate experience. CPU (Laptop): A strong mobile CPU is needed to maintain high framerates during intense combat. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for a high-quality 1080p experience. GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for a solid 1080p high-refresh-rate experience. The RTX 4060 Laptop with DLSS 3 would be an excellent choice. RAM: 32GB RAM is the official recommended amount, a very high requirement for 1080p gaming. Storage: An SSD is strongly recommended for this tier to ensure fast loading. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Laptop) layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Original - 1080p ~30 FPS, Low/Medium Preset) (Low to Medium Preset (Original Game)) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for original release. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Modern i3/Ryzen 3 sufficient for original. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for original release. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for original release. RAM: Minimum RAM for original release. Storage: HDD minimum for original. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz or AMD CPU Phenom II X4 940 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7870 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-4200M / AMD A10-5750M equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 765M / AMD Radeon R9 M270X or better. **Modern integrated graphics could handle original low settings. An RTX 3050 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile would easily max out original settings and run Next-Gen medium/high.** layersRAM: 6 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB HDD |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low/Medium settings, ~60 FPS) (Low to Medium Preset, 1080p resolution. This tier aims for a baseline playable framerate.) CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU requirement. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for minimum playability. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. This is a very accessible entry point. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum settings. An RTX 3050 or better is recommended for a much smoother experience and access to DLSS. RAM: 16GB RAM is the official minimum requirement, which is high for a minimum spec. Storage: Minimum storage requirement. An SSD is highly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-10400 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5050 Laptop) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Original - 1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset (Original Game)) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for original release 1080p High. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for original. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for original 1080p High. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance laptop GPUs for original. RAM: Recommended RAM for original release. Storage: SSD recommended for original. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel CPU Core i7-3770 3.4GHz or AMD CPU FX-8350 4GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or AMD Radeon R9 290 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-4700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (Laptop equivalent) or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M / GTX 1050 Ti Mobile or AMD Radeon RX 470 Mobile. **An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile will run original maxed out at high FPS and handle Next-Gen High settings well.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB SSD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1440p resolution, aiming for high refresh rate gameplay. Upscaling (DLSS/FSR Quality) is recommended.) CPU: A powerful modern CPU is crucial to avoid bottlenecks and maintain high framerates at 1440p. CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPUs are essential for a consistent high-refresh-rate 1440p experience. GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of a strong 1440p/60FPS experience, especially with upscaling. A future RTX 5060 Ti would likely be very well-suited for this tier. GPU (Laptop): A high-TGP RTX 4070 or RTX 3080 Laptop is the ideal target for 1440p. A future RTX 5070 Laptop would offer an even better experience. RAM: 32GB RAM is recommended for smooth 1440p gaming. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best loading times and performance at 1440p. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Ti) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-13650HX / AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX or newer. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5070 Laptop) layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB NVMe SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - 4K Ultra Settings (Targets 2160p/4K, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 2160p (4K) resolution, aiming for 60 FPS or higher. Upscaling (DLSS/FSR Performance) is highly recommended.) CPU: A top-tier desktop CPU with the best possible gaming performance is recommended to minimize CPU bottlenecks at 4K. CPU (Laptop): The highest-end laptop CPUs are needed to pair with flagship GPUs for the most stable 4K experience possible. GPU: High-end 40-series desktop GPUs are needed for a chance at a stable 4K/60FPS experience, especially when using DLSS. A future RTX 5080 would be a much better target. GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs are required for a playable 4K experience, but users should still expect to rely on upscaling for a consistent 60 FPS. RAM: 32GB of fast RAM is highly recommended to provide sufficient headroom and minimize stuttering at 4K. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is essential for the best possible experience at 4K. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-13900K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13980HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX or newer. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop (16GB), RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080 Laptop) layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 50 GB NVMe SSD | — |
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Spec: 50 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: The game requires 50 GB of storage space. An SSD is strongly recommended for faster loading times and to prevent asset streaming stutter while traversing the open world. Type: SSD | Spec: Approx. 50 GB available space (SSD Recommended). Size may increase with DLCs and HD Texture mods. Note: An SSD is highly recommended for faster loading times and smoother world traversal. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit Required) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 is the minimum requirement. Windows 11 is fully supported. | Spec: Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10 (64-bit) Explanation: 64-bit OS required. Windows 10/11 64-bit recommended for Next-Gen Update features like ray tracing (DX12). |
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Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: The official requirement is DirectX 12. The game is built on Unreal Engine and relies on the DX12 API for its rendering features. | Spec: DirectX 11 (Original), DirectX 12 (for Ray Tracing in Next-Gen Update) Explanation: DX11 for base game, DX12 required for ray tracing features. |
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