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"The Witcher: Monster Slayer is a Role Playing game where you become a monster hunter and embark on an epic journey with a good plot, engaging gameplay, and stunning visuals. The game is full of grinding, ads, and bugs that may disturb the experience, but the compelling music and overall concept make it worthwhile for fans of the genre."

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Reviews

59%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,488 reviews
story151 positive mentions
monetization93 negative mentions
  • The game has great graphics and immersive sound design, capturing the essence of the Witcher universe.
  • Combat mechanics are engaging, requiring players to learn monster attack patterns and utilize potions and oils effectively.
  • The quest system is well-designed, offering interesting storylines and character interactions.
  • The game heavily relies on microtransactions, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.
  • Quest locations often spawn in inaccessible areas, leading to frustration when players cannot complete objectives.
  • The difficulty curve is steep, with many monsters being nearly impossible to defeat without using consumables, which are hard to obtain.
  • story939 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the engaging narrative and quest design that aligns with the Witcher universe. However, significant frustration arises from quest locations often being inaccessible, such as on private property or in dangerous areas, which hampers progression and enjoyment. Additionally, the reliance on real-world movement for quest completion, combined with a perceived pay-to-win model, has led to dissatisfaction among players seeking a more balanced and accessible gameplay experience.

    • “The quests are engaging and a nice feature.”
    • “The story is very detailed and plenty to it.”
    • “The quests feel very witcher and that's great.”
    • “The quests are consistently placed in unreachable or restricted areas, making it impossible to progress.”
    • “I can't complete the first quest because it is set somewhere I cannot go.”
    • “The first quest spawned in an inaccessible area, making it impossible to continue the game.”
  • gameplay308 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics and the immersive atmosphere reminiscent of "The Witcher" series. However, numerous criticisms highlight issues such as repetitive tasks, a lack of depth in combat mechanics, and frustrating pay-to-win elements that hinder progression. Overall, while the game shows potential with its unique concepts and graphics, it suffers from balancing problems and a need for more content to maintain player interest.

    • “The gameplay is great, and the shop is well balanced.”
    • “Gameplay is solid, monster combat is engaging and the pay-to-gold aspect doesn't feel like it's a complete knockout to those who choose to play for free.”
    • “Great game, incredible graphics, music, and gameplay.”
    • “Update has ruined the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive, incredibly grindy, and disappointingly unsatisfying.”
    • “The parry mechanic is useless and all quests spawn on private property.”
  • monetization176 mentions

    The monetization model of the game has been widely criticized as overly aggressive and exploitative, with many players feeling it prioritizes profit over gameplay quality. Numerous reviews describe it as a blatant cash grab, heavily reliant on microtransactions that hinder progression and enjoyment, making the game nearly unplayable without spending real money. While some players find the monetization manageable, the consensus leans towards disappointment, citing a lack of engaging content and excessive grinding as major drawbacks.

    • “I'm actually really enjoying this so far; the overall gameplay loop is fun, and after playing a week, the monetization doesn't seem predatory at all.”
    • “There are microtransactions, but it's not pay to win.”
    • “It's 100% free, and the microtransactions are purely aesthetic, just like this game's should be.”
    • “The game's been gutted of most of its RPG elements, and it's become mostly a soulless, monster of the week cash grab with extremely repetitive tasks and events.”
    • “As a die-hard fan of the Witcher universe, I wanted to love this game so bad... however, the shameless cash grab design makes the game absolutely unplayable.”
    • “The monetization is absolutely shameless, though.”
  • graphics151 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning quality and attention to detail, often compared favorably to console versions and the Witcher universe. Many users highlight the impressive visual design of characters and monsters, as well as the immersive atmosphere created by the graphics and sound. However, some reviews note inconsistencies and performance issues, suggesting that while the graphics are a strong point, they are not without flaws.

    • “The graphics are stunning but everything else leaves me wanting more.”
    • “Excellent visuals, sounds, authentic Witcher environment.”
    • “The graphics are phenomenal and combat is fluid.”
    • “Graphics get old very fast.”
    • “The pros: an engaging and fun story line strong replay-ability great exercise motivator the cons: graphics leaves much to be desired gameplay a bit weak.”
    • “Bad graphics, worse interface, very very monotonous, a legit shame to the witcher universe.”
  • grinding109 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players describing it as excessively tedious, repetitive, and often a pay-to-win experience. Many reviewers noted that leveling up and acquiring necessary equipment requires an unreasonable amount of time spent grinding weaker monsters, leading to a frustrating gameplay loop that detracts from overall enjoyment. While some players appreciate the game's potential and aesthetics, the overwhelming sentiment is that the grinding mechanics are poorly balanced and detract significantly from the experience.

    • “The gameplay is repetitive, incredibly grindy, and disappointingly unsatisfying.”
    • “It's a pay-to-play or grind for hours to do what someone else could do in minutes... a little too grindy for my taste.”
    • “Boring gameplay loop, thoroughly grindy, dull story.”
  • stability96 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during combat and questing. While some players find the game enjoyable and acknowledge improvements over time, the persistent bugs and performance issues detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Many hope for future updates to address these stability problems, as the game's potential remains overshadowed by its current technical shortcomings.

    • “It runs great.”
    • “The game has been amazing so far, no glitches at all.”
    • “Runs great on S21.”
    • “For now, the major problem, as many people have already mentioned, is buggy fight mechanics allowing monsters to hit you during critical hit and sign casting.”
    • “The game freezes anytime I open it now.”
    • “A persistently buggy game that would otherwise be good.”
  • music39 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and set the mood during gameplay. However, some users expressed frustration with interruptions in the music during combat and the need for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, the combination of music, sound effects, and voice acting contributes significantly to the game's immersive experience.

    • “The background music actually sets the mood now.”
    • “Incredible music.”
    • “Great so far, love the universe, the music and stylisation is on point.”
    • “The soundtrack is disappointing, synth sounds instead of live recordings.”
    • “The sound track is too quiet and not enough music overall; it reminds me very much of Wizards Unite when that first came out.”
    • “Buttons like turn off sound effects and music don't seem to work.”
  • optimization35 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues such as lag, stuttering, and crashes, particularly on older devices. While the graphics and gameplay are praised, concerns about battery drain and overheating persist, indicating a need for further optimization and bug fixes. Players express hope for future updates to improve the overall performance and accessibility of the game.

    • “Incredible performance.”
    • “Graphics, gameplay, and the overall performance of this app is absolutely amazing, and I hope to see future content!”
    • “Promising game but needs more bug fixes, optimization, and refinement.”
    • “The game still needs performance optimization.”
    • “3 major flaws for me: battery and optimization: the game drains battery like crazy and makes the phone hot, also there's constant crashes mostly opening the big map or zooming out.”
    • “Lag and stuttering is so bad it's actually unplayable.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, drawing strong comparisons to "The Witcher" series, particularly in its graphics, sound, and art design. Reviewers appreciate the immersive environment, voiced dialogue, and music, which collectively create a captivating experience that resonates with fans of the Witcher universe. However, some note a lack of community interaction features.

    • “The atmosphere and look is very much like the Witcher games.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and atmosphere are great though and very true to the Witcher universe.”
    • “The atmosphere and look are very much like The Witcher 3.”
    • “The atmosphere it provides satisfies the Witcher itch, but it lacks any type of community interaction other than sending gifts.”
    • “Love the atmosphere, voiced dialogue, and art design.”
  • character development4 mentions

    Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players feeling it lacks depth and significance, making it hard to distinguish between characters. While some appreciate the in-depth mechanics and crafting options, others criticize the recent updates for altering the game dynamics and introducing a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Really good game, great combat mechanics, in-depth character development and crafting mechanics, and the monsters are well done and feel unique.”
    • “Character development with both skills and gear doesn't feel significant and it doesn't feel like it sets you apart from other players.”
    • “The 1.2 update is not an update; it is a completely new game with a different set of rules, a new economy, character development, and pressure on microtransactions. Nothing was added, and all the fun was taken away.”
    • “Felt like a good game at first, but it really has little more to offer than the usual rinse and repeat, with no meaningful aspects like character development and achievable goals that aren't pay-to-win.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is well-received, featuring engaging dialogue and a dry wit reminiscent of the Witcher series, complemented by fully voice-acted quests and entertaining mini cutscenes. While the writing adds charm to the gameplay, some players noted that the game takes time to fully engage, with initial challenges in combat and certain features locked behind a paywall. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some frustrations with updates.

    • “The humor is nice, and it has an overall Witcher games feel to it.”
    • “Quests are fully voice acted, with cool mini cutscenes and funny dialogue.”
    • “The writing has that Witcher-style dry humor to it, making the story engaging without being intrusive.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players express strong emotional responses to setbacks in the game, particularly feeling a profound sense of loss and frustration when progress is erased. This has led to regret over recommending the game to others, highlighting the deep investment players have in their achievements.

    • “As a level 30-something player, losing my specs made me feel like I've lost all my progress that I've been slowly building up.”
    • “The update made me feel bad for ever recommending people to play this game.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players express frustration over the lack of replayability in quests and the absence of incentives for exploration, with many items feeling rendered useless. However, a recent update has improved the game's playability and enjoyment by expanding the play area and increasing monster spawns, suggesting potential for enhanced replay value.

    • “The September update, which expanded the play area and increased monster spawning, has made the game significantly more enjoyable and replayable.”
    • “Every playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes available, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
    • “The dynamic events and random encounters keep the gameplay exciting, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
    • “However, the latest update did not fix any of the longstanding problems: your critical hits will still get you killed, there is no replayability in quests, no incentives for traveling around, and the items that you spent time and money earning are likely now useless.”
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Play time

10hMedian play time
9hAverage play time
2-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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