Atmosphere

Yes, this game actually has a certain atmosphere that sets it apart from other RPGs. For those of you unfamiliar with the previous games, you will be surprised at how daring CD Projekt is in their tone for this title. Those of you who have played the first two games, you'll be happy to know that this one retains the expected level of maturity.

Pretty much sums up the mature factor of Witcher 3

I can think of no better relevant comparison than Game of Thrones. It is a show well known for not pulling any punches and being very realistic in its portrayal of that era. Likewise, the Witcher series does the same and is also based on a series of novels, coincidently. The level of violence is extreme, bloodshed is common, there's nudity, swearing, drinking, gambling, lots of racism... You get the idea, right? Oh, and it's all very graphic and in your face. It is a serious game, not a kiddy ride.

You'll become aware of this quite fast, as the very beginning of the game already has a few surprises in store. Some eye-candy Yennefer and a child meeting a very gruesome death. If any of this upsets you, then you'd best stop here and go back to My Little Pony adventures.

Don't worry, she turns around...eventually...

It only gets more intense from that point on. Trust me, even I cringed a bit during the first main quest, at the screams of a man being whipped. The voice-acting is nothing to laugh at, for sure. Speaking of which...