Players choose one of three fighting styles. The combat system in The Witcher represents a departure from most RPGs. To aid the player there is also an option to track the selected quest, which puts a marker on the in-game map and provides a directional arrow to the next objective in the mini-map.įor the main article, see Witcher fighting styles.įor the main article, see The Witcher weapons.įor the main article, see The Witcher armor. Quests can be broken into subsections based on which Chapter they occur in, whether they are active or not, and the current phase of multi-part quests can be selected as well. The quest portion of the journal tracks Geralt's progress as he takes on and progresses through the many quests in game. Some of these entries contain clues to help devise an effective strategy, for example detailing a monster's strengths and weaknesses. As Geralt learns about formulae, monsters, characters, places and so on, new journal entries are added for future reference. The in-game journal tracks information from a variety of sources. Geralt's body, where weapons, armor, jewellery, and up three quickslots to are kept or worn.įor the main article, see The Witcher journal.The trophy slot, where Geralt can keep one trophy head at a time.It also has a sort button and a set of very handy basic substance filter buttons. The alchemy sack has another three compartments the same size as the satchel, making for a further 42 slots.This may seem like a lot, but it fills up fast! Note the item sort button.

This section is divided into three sub-sections, each has 14 slots, for a total of 42 slots. The satchel, where everyday items are kept.

This seemingly small section is actually contains an unlimited number of slots.

The quest items pocket, where quest items are kept.

The inventory is divided up in general sections each consisting of small compartments, or slots in which a single item can be stored. and also just a limited number of these items, though that limit is reasonably large. Instead, it revolves around the fact that you carry a satchel in which you can merely place smaller odds and ends like potion ingredients, food, drinks, books, scrolls, etc. Because it does not allow you to store any weapons, armor or other overly large random items. This inventory is quite different from most RPG orientated games. For the main article, see The Witcher inventory.

Witcher 3 gameplay options