A morally gray, political action RPG where Geralt is framed for regicide and must navigate rival factions, conspiracies, and hard choices with far‑reaching consequences.
- Developer: CD Projekt RED
- Release: 2011 • Platforms: PC (Enhanced Edition 2012; Xbox 360 2012)
- Genre: Action RPG
- Notable mechanics: Branching narrative with major Act II divergence, tactical combat with signs/bombs/traps, robust alchemy and crafting, impactful dialogue choices
- Reception: Critically acclaimed for narrative ambition and worldbuilding; praised as a major leap from the first game despite a steep combat learning curve