It is quite difficult to find someone who hasn't heard of CD Projekt RED's critically acclaimed
The Witcher III: Wild Hunt, regardless if the person has or hasn't played the game. The series' popularity is well-deserved, though, since the game is regarded as one of the best games of this generation of consoles.
Those who haven't played any of the games in
The Witcher series now also have the chance to be exposed to the series via the recently released live-action adaptation produced by Netflix — which has also been positively received by fans of the series and general audiences.
Recently, CD Projekt RED's Global Community Lead Marcin Momot has revealed that the game's popularity has hit a new high, as
The Witcher III: Wild Hunt hits new player record on Steam; over four years after its original release.
According to the information shared by Momot, the game's all-time peak sets a record with an impressive 93,835 players as of the 29th of December; a new record that is likely set thanks to the exposure the series has had thanks to live-action adaptation recently becoming available on Netflix — without taking away from the superb quality of the game itself, of course.
Winner of over 250 Game of the Year awards, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a story-driven, open world adventure set in a dark fantasy universe. You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. At your disposal is every tool of the trade: razor-sharp swords, lethal mixtures, stealthy crossbows, and powerful combat magic. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.
The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is currently available for the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Steam.