Even though FromSoftware’s Elden Ring was a massive commercial success when it was launched earlier this year, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has recaptured the title of highest-rated open-world RPG in video games. However, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t sport the gown of the Tarnished. Elden Ring won a slew of accolades at The Game Awards 2022, including Best Art Direction, Game of the Year, and Best Role Playing Game, just beating out God of War Ragnarok. Now, though, the situation is reversed.
The Witcher was an excellent role-playing game, and its third installment is widely regarded as one of the best open-world games of all time. The blaze of interest in Geralt of Rivia’s adventures will be reignited in the AAA gaming community now that producer CD Projekt Red is hard at work on both a new iteration and an official recreation of the classic title from 2007. Meanwhile, Wild Hunt has recovered the top rank in critics’ evaluations.
As of this publishing, The Witcher 3 has a Metacritic rating of 97 on PS5, making it one of the most-rated open-world role-playing games available. Although it never fell completely from its pedestal, its new score of 97 on the PlayStation 5 puts it just above the FromSoftware game Elden Ring.
This is no small achievement, considering that the latter was widely recognized as one of the year’s best titles, winning many TGA Awards as proof of its prominence. This monopolization on PS5 is likely due to CD Projekt Red’s product being upgraded for the next generation. Elden Ring did, nevertheless, prevail against The Witcher 3 on Xbox Series platforms, with a rating of 96 to 95.
The Witcher 3’s return to the forefront after seven years is in large part due to the new PlayStation 5 and Xbox One Series releases, which provide a visual refresh that helped bring the game to the attention of gamers. Even though the first launch in 2015 was praised for its stunning visuals, this update brings the game up to date with ray tracing as well as other cutting-edge visual effects. Those who already possess the title on an old regime may update to the new version for free, which will likely help the game maintain its popularity.
Naturally, Elden Ring still has a chance to win back the championship. Because, you know, it’s still a fantastic and highly appreciated video game that would make a great Christmas present for any gamer. Both games have won critical acclaim, but how much longer The Witcher 3 will stay on top remains to be seen.
