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The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt

Discussion in 'Games' started by Aryvandaar, Aug 11, 2014.

  1. Aryvandaar

    Aryvandaar Active Member

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    Am I the only one here who is really REALLY excited for TW3? There might be a native Linux version as well, but we haven't gotten a confirmation yet. However, there has been a tease or a leak on steam some time ago.

    http://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=MTcxMzc
    http://forums.cdprojektred.com/threads/30456-Interviews-and-Articles-Part-2

    Considering that CD Project Red decided to release The Witcher 2 for Linux, even though if it's in a wrapper, I think it points towards the possibility that TW3 might get a native Linux version. Adding the steam TW3 slip, and that they extended the development time, which I don't think is only for optimizing the Xbox One and Playstation 4 version, then I think there is hope.

    What do you think?

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    Daerandin Well-Known Member

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    I am VERY excited about this, to say the least. I do believe I read somewhere that CdProjekt RED had more or less confirmed they were going to do a SteamOs (in other words Linux) version. Besides, CdProjekt owns GOG, and with GOG's recent Linux support I would consider it only logical of them to do a Linux version.

    Of course, this my just be wishful thinking, but I'm optimistic.
  3. booman

    booman Grand High Exalted Mystic Emperor of Linux Gaming Staff Member

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    This could be yet another catalyst to push Linux gaming into the mainstream. Big games like The Witcher could insure a great future for Linux just like Valve's efforts.
    We'll see...
    GOG has been advertising it all summer
    Wish I had $55.00
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    Aryvandaar Active Member

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    I ordered the PC physical CE when the pre-order was available.
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    Daerandin Well-Known Member

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    Favoring digital editions, I ordered it from GOG the moment it was available for pre-order. GOG have most of the bonus stuff available in digital format as well. The only thing I am pondering is whether I should try to run it in wine as soon as it is released, or wait to see if a Linux version might arrive.
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    I will get a gog pre-order soon as well, but I wanted the collectibles from the physical CE.
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    Daerandin Well-Known Member

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    I was very tempted to order the physical CE myself as well. The goodies that come with it is pretty awesome.
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    booman Grand High Exalted Mystic Emperor of Linux Gaming Staff Member

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    I don't care much about collectors stuff, wallpapers, audio and avatars.
    I want the game its-self.
    Something I do like is commentary or "making-of" videos. Those can be very cool and interesting.
    I love the commentary in Half-Life 2: Episode 1
    You could click on in-game icons to hear commentary or see a video.
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    I just saw the video... oh my god it's beautiful :')
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    booman Grand High Exalted Mystic Emperor of Linux Gaming Staff Member

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    Yes it is!
    I can't wait for the day when video games actually have real character damage.
    You know, like a sword getting stuck in the minion's rib cage, or every cut removes pieces of flesh, damage to limbs makes them unusable....

    I've seen limbs get cut-off, I've seen battle damage, but I'm talking more realistic damage where you can literally knock their sword out of the way with physics. Open their defense with a slash to the right and their sword flings out of their hand.

    Make the fights a bit slower, but they way you swing your weapon really affects the way they are hit.

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