This guide provides information on the minimum and recommended system requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt on PC, along with details on the console versions and our personal impressions of the game.
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Minimum PC System Requirements
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Recommended PC System Requirements
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: General PC Information
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Game Modes
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Console Versions
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Next Gen Patch – PS5 and Xbox Series X
- The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Our Impressions
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Minimum PC System Requirements
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2500 3.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 940
- RAM: 6 GB
- Graphics card: GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870 or better
- Disk space: 35 GB
- Operating system: Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 64-bits
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Recommended PC System Requirements
- Processor: Intel Core i7 3770 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz
- RAM: 8 GB
- Graphics card: GeForce GTX 770 / Radeon R9 290 or better
- Disk space: 35 GB
- Operating system: Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 64-bits
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: General PC Information
- OS: Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 – only 64-bit versions
- Windows XP: The game is not compatible with Windows XP and earlier versions
- Internet connection required: No
- Internet activation: Yes
- Controllers: Keyboard and mouse
- Achievements: Yes (Steam achievements on PC version)
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Game Modes
Singleplayer: Yes
Offline cooperation (split screen/hot seat): No
Internet cooperation: No
Multiplayer: No
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Console Versions
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is available on:
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 4 Pro
- PlayStation 5 (PS4 backwards compatibility mode)
- Xbox One
- Xbox One X
- Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X (XONE backwards compatibility mode)
Nintendo Switch is the only version that offers cross-save functionality between PC and console.
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Next Gen Patch – PS5 and Xbox Series X
In 2021, a next-gen patch for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt will be released for PS5 and Xbox Series X. The patch will be free for those who already own the PS4 or Xbox One version. Additionally, the PS5 and Xbox Series versions of the game will be sold separately, making it a good option for newcomers to the series.
The patch will include support for 4K resolution, ray-tracing, and faster loading times that take advantage of the console\’s SSD capabilities.
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Our Impressions
Note that our impressions are based on the 1.04 version of the PC game and 1.03 version of the PlayStation 4 edition. The game\’s performance may improve with future updates.
We have played both the PC and PS4 versions of the game. The PC version requires powerful hardware to run smoothly.
Glitches in the game are rare, with only one occurrence in Novigrad where some textures failed to load. Although it may result in comical situations, it is not a recurring bug and reloading the saved game resolves the issue. There were some issues with the horse, as it would occasionally appear in areas where it was unable to move. The game would also occasionally freeze when frequently minimized, particularly when the equipment window was open. However, we have not encountered any major bugs such as disappearing textures or objects.
Unfortunately, the PlayStation 4 version of the game is far from perfect, with regular frame rate drops. During large battles, when there is a lot of fire on the screen, when Geralt uses his witcher senses, and when traveling through large cities, the frame rate drops below thirty frames per second. However, we have not encountered any bugs that prevent quest completion or affect the game\’s appearance. The game may take longer to load textures after using quick travel.
Our Hardware
For the PC version, we used the following configuration:
- OS: Windows 8.1 64-bit
- Processor: Intel i5-3450S
- RAM: 8 GB
- GPU: Radeon HD7970
The game ran smoothly at medium settings with all post-processing effects and HBAO+ activated on this configuration. We achieved 30 FPS with no drops. It is recommended to use an SSD drive due to long loading times when using quick travel or loading saved games.
FAQ
What are the minimum system requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt?
The minimum system requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt are: Intel CPU Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz or AMD CPU Phenom II X4 940, 6 GB RAM, NVIDIA GPU GeForce GTX 660 or AMD GPU Radeon HD 7870, and 40 GB of free space on your hard drive. Your operating system should be at least Windows 7 or Windows 8 (64-bit).
What are the recommended system requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt?
The recommended system requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt are: Intel CPU Core i7 3770 3.4 GHz or AMD CPU AMD FX-8350 4 GHz, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GPU GeForce GTX 770 or AMD GPU Radeon R9 290, and 40 GB of free space on your hard drive. Your operating system should be at least Windows 7 or Windows 8 (64-bit).
Do I need a powerful gaming PC to play The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt?
You don\’t necessarily need a powerful gaming PC to play The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt, but you do need a computer that meets the minimum system requirements. If you want to enjoy the game with higher graphics settings and smoother performance, you may want to consider upgrading your PC to meet the recommended system requirements.
Can I play The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt on a laptop?
You can play The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt on a laptop as long as your laptop meets the minimum system requirements. However, keep in mind that playing games on a laptop can put a strain on the computer\’s components and can cause overheating, so you may want to consider using a cooling pad or other methods to prevent overheating.