Genreless 705 The Witcher
Dec 1, 2024
Dive into the enchanting world of 'The Witcher' as Chris and Eddy discuss everything from Polish novels to shirtless Henry Cavill. Discover the cultural impact of the show with catchy musical covers and explore the quirky band Cybertronic Spree. They unpack the complexities of game adaptations, character representations, and intimate portrayals versus those in 'Game of Thrones.' Laugh along as they ponder Geralt's relationships and the deeper themes of destiny and friendship amid chaos. This exploration blends humor, nostalgia, and critical insights beautifully.
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Witcher 1 in Iraq
- Chris Spivey bought Witcher 1 before deploying to Iraq.
- It had downtime, and he was bored, so this was his introduction to PC games.
Witcher 3's Greatness
- Witcher 3 is one of the greatest open-world games ever, rivaled only by Red Dead Redemption 2.
- The mechanics and world-building are amazing, though its development was controversial.
Witcher 1 at CCP
- Eddie Webb's Witcher experience started at CCP due to rendering downtime.
- He found Witcher 1 janky, especially the combat, and quit after a tutorial bug.