Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales Reviews

Too repetitive and boring.

I didn't care much for the multiplayer aspect of the game and thus never touched it, so my review is solely based on the single-player story mode. The narration, voice-acting, the art-style, and music really make this a standout game. One that is very unique in that the quality (and man is there real quality here) isn't what you'd expect typically expect from a top-down clicker game. The card battle system was engaging enough to keep me invested in the game, which is longer than you'd think (my playthrough took about 40 hours, though I did every optional battle I could find). I've played many card games, both physical and digital (MTG, CFV, Hearthstone, LoR) and this one isn't my favorite by any means, but that doesn't mean it's bad. As I stated it was engaging and some of the battles were genuinely tough, but those were typically the optional battles. The main story battles can be a bit of a breeze at times, especially if you know what you're doing with your deckbuilding and use certain units (Black Rayla). I would highly recommend picking up this game if you're looking to be immersed in a rich world and are looking for a more casual experience (you can play this game entirely with just your mouse) that you can work on in small or long sessions. Is it worth the asking price ($20 as of writing this)? Absolutelyl even me disregarding the whole multiplayer card battler, the sheer quality of this game definitely merits that pricetag.

Love gwent from the witcher 3. Just found this one lately even though it's been released for nearly a decade but it's still fresh for me. Very satisfied.

I wish I could say this game is good all the way until the end, but the final bossfight on bonebreaker difficulty is a frustrating mess and a half. The worst thing is that you as the player don't get to have additional resources to try a different setup.

Absolutely fantastic game. Took a while for me to get into it but once i did it was hard to put down. The puzzles are very creative.

Great storytelling and a fun, but challenging PVE version of modern Gwent.

A queen’s strength is not measured by the size of her army, but by the loyalty of those who fight beside her. - Meve, Queen of Lyria and Rivia Steam Review for Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales: A hidden gem I discovered far too late. I never expected to enjoy a game with a top-down perspective and card-based combat as its core mechanic, but Thronebreaker completely won me over. Normally, this wouldn’t be my genre at all, but this game changed my mind and made me curious to try similar titles in the future. Story: The story is nothing short of outstanding. It is easily one of the best narratives I’ve ever experienced in a video game. With its deep characters, morally complex decisions, and expertly written dialogue, it’s hard not to become fully immersed. Queen Meve now ranks among the most memorable protagonists I’ve ever encountered, right up there with legends like Geralt of Rivia, Ezio Auditore, or Arthur Morgan. What makes the experience even more engaging is the frequency and weight of the decisions you must make. Many of them have long-term consequences, often unexpected and sometimes harsh. This is a world full of grey areas where what looks like a noble act at first can later lead to tragic outcomes. It fits perfectly into the grim and morally layered world we know from The Witcher series. Voice Acting: The voice acting is exceptional in both languages, but I want to especially highlight the German version, which is a true standout. The cast delivers their lines with passion, and there are even region-specific Easter eggs that only work in the German version, such as references to German pop culture. It’s details like these that show how much heart and dedication CD Projekt Red put into this project. Visuals: The game world is beautifully designed, with stunningly illustrated characters and environments. The artwork on the cards themselves deserves special mention. They are incredibly detailed and beautifully crafted, adding a unique charm and depth to the gameplay. Gameplay: The puzzle battles are clever, the pacing is perfect, and the overall length is just right — not too short, not too long. Side characters are written with care and depth, making the entire world feel alive and connected. Even if some decisions can feel frustrating in the moment, the overall experience more than makes up for it. The card-based combat system is surprisingly fun and offers plenty of tactical depth without becoming overwhelming. While the mechanics are not entirely open-ended, they still give you the freedom to approach each battle your way. I found the fights most enjoyable on the highest difficulty level. For those more focused on the story, there is an option to lower the difficulty or even skip certain encounters, which makes the game more accessible. Soundtrack: The soundtrack is absolutely stunning. Epic, atmospheric, sometimes dark, sometimes calm and emotional. It elevates the storytelling and keeps you emotionally engaged from start to finish. My conclusion: Thronebreaker feels like an interactive novel, a tactical adventure, and a cinematic audiobook all in one. It is a masterpiece that deserves far more recognition than it received. For Witcher fans, it is absolutely essential. And for anyone who values a strong story, it is an unforgettable experience. Hats off once again to CD Projekt Red. It is amazing to see that games of this quality are still being made with such passion. This is easily one of the best games I have played in recent years. I truly hope we will see more projects like this in the future, even if Thronebreaker remains a one-of-a-kind experience. Thanks for taking the time to read my review. Wishing you great adventures in the world of Thronebreaker and beyond! Until next time, may your decisions be wise and your battles victorious. Best regards, Saderhorn

Pretty shitty version of Gwent, with lots of running around gathering loot and solving idiotic puzzle fights no one asked for. What's up with "rewarding" the player with useless avatar borders and multiplayer cards, in the singleplayer story??

Gwent has trouble with balance. Everything somehow feels both overpowered and underpowered at the same time. Most "real" matches of Gwent feel like a coin flip for who can get lucky enough to draw their combo twice. The story is fine; there is just too much of it. Large portions of the game feel like filler. Littered with references to other games, it gives away the fact that Thronebreaker can't stand on its own merit. Similarly the difficulty curve feels very at odd with how the story plays out, with most of the game being very easy when Meve is supposed to be without much of an army, and suddenly difficult in the last battle when Meve is at her storywise strongest. One can go the whole game running the same deck, winning every battle, and never be forced to adapt to a different play style.

---{ Graphics }--- ☐ You forget what reality is ☑ Beautiful ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Very good ☑ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{ Audio }--- ☐ Eargasm ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{ Audience }--- ☐ Kids ☑ Teens ☑ Adults ☐ Grandma ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☐ Check if you can run paint ☐ Potato ☑ Decent ☐ Fast ☐ Rich boi ☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer ---{ Game Size }--- ☐ Floppy Disk ☐ Old Fashioned ☑ Workable ☐ Big ☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive ☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it ☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Just press 'W' ☐ Easy ☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☐ Significant brain usage ☐ Difficult ☐ Dark Souls ---{ Grind }--- ☐ Nothing to grind ☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks ☑ Isn't necessary to progress ☐ Average grind level ☐ Too much grind ☐ You'll need a second life for grinding ---{ Story }--- ☐ No Story ☐ Some lore ☐ Average ☐ Good ☑ Lovely ☐ It'll replace your life ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee ☑ Short ☐ Average ☐ Long ☐ To infinity and beyond ---{ Price }--- ☐ It's free! ☐ Worth the price ☑ If it's on sale ☐ If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ☐ You could also just burn your money ---{ Bugs }--- ☑ Never heard of ☐ Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs ---{ ? / 10 }--- ☐ 1 ☐ 2 ☐ 3 ☐ 4 ☐ 5 ☐ 6 ☐ 7 ☑ 8 ☐ 9 ☐ 10