The Witcher 3 or Cyberpunk 2077: which is better?
Both are among the best RPGs of their generations, made by CD Projekt Red, so the choice is mostly about taste. The Witcher 3 is the safer pick for most players: a huge fantasy world, outstanding side quests and two excellent expansions. Cyberpunk 2077 is better if you want a first-person action RPG with build variety, a dense futuristic city and a tighter main story, especially since the 2.0 update and the Phantom Liberty expansion fixed most of its launch problems.
How they compare
| The Witcher 3 (2015) | Cyberpunk 2077 (2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Setting | dark fantasy | cyberpunk future city |
| View | third person | first person |
| Hero | Geralt, a fixed character | V, customizable |
| Combat | swordplay and signs | guns, cyberware, hacking, melee |
| Length | very long, 100+ hours with expansions | shorter main story, 25–60+ hours with side content |
| Expansions | Hearts of Stone, Blood and Wine | Phantom Liberty |
Choose The Witcher 3 if
- You like long, story-driven fantasy adventures.
- You enjoy side quests that feel like full stories.
- You prefer third-person melee combat.
Choose Cyberpunk 2077 if
- You want first-person shooting and build experimentation.
- You enjoy a single dense city over wide wilderness.
- You liked games such as Deus Ex.
FAQ
Is The Witcher 3 connected to Cyberpunk 2077?
No. They are separate worlds; Cyberpunk only has small Easter eggs referencing The Witcher.
Is Ciri in Cyberpunk 2077?
No, though there are a few nods to The Witcher in the game.
Does V's lifepath matter?
It changes the prologue and adds unique dialogue options, but the main story is the same.
Can you keep playing Cyberpunk after the ending?
Yes. The game returns you to the point before the final mission so you can finish side content.