Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
Released Nov 2018
Discover a brand new RPG from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Facing an imminent invasion, Meve — war-veteran and Queen of Lyria and Rivia — is forced to once again enter the warpath and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.
88% positive · 17K reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Steam $19.99
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Evaluation
Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales launched on November 9, 2018 as a self-contained single-player RPG. CD PROJEKT RED positioned it as a complete, standalone story experience — a 30-hour narrative with 20 possible world end-states. There is no indication that post-launch story content or expansions were ever planned.
After launch, the developer shipped two bug-fix/polish patches: Patch 1.01 on December 4, 2018, and Update 1.1 on February 18, 2019. Both focused on stability, performance, and minor quality-of-life improvements, with no new gameplay content. The last developer communication of any kind was on February 18, 2019.
The DLC list contains only two items: a bonus content pack (extras such as wallpapers and similar materials, no release date) and the official soundtrack, released on February 10, 2020. Neither represents story or gameplay content, and both have been released. No unreleased DLC is listed on the store.
The store description presents the game as a finished product with no mention of future updates, seasons, or additional content. CD PROJEKT RED has made no announcements regarding further development of this title. The game shipped as a complete experience and has remained so since launch.
Evidence
Game is presented as a complete, self-contained 30-hour single-player RPG with no mention of post-launch content, seasons, or expansions
Update 1.1 released with stability, performance, and localization improvements. Last official developer communication on record.
Content
2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
CD PROJEKT RED
Achievements
39
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
The Witcher World is Back!
"A spectacularly crafted RPG" - 5/5 - GamesRadar+
"One of the best-written RPGs in years" - 9.4/10 - IGN
"Superb" - 9/10 - GameSpot
Thronebreaker is a single player role-playing game set in the world of The Witcher that combines narrative-driven exploration with unique puzzles and card battle mechanics.
Crafted by the developers responsible for some of the most iconic moments in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the game spins a truly regal tale of Meve, a war-veteran and queen of two Northern Realms — Lyria and Rivia. Facing an imminent Nilfgaardian invasion, Meve is forced to once again enter the warpath and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.
KEY FEATURES
AN ALL NEW EPIC TALE
- Experience an all-new 30-hour Witcher world tale with 20 possible world end-states.
- Embark on a grand adventure full of thought-provoking quests.
- Influence the state of the world around you by making difficult choices and face their consequences.
- Meet a cast of rich, multidimensional characters — some of them will join you on your quest, others you’ll have to face on the battlefield.
TRAVEL TO NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN KINGDOMS
- Explore new and mysterious regions of the monster-infested world of The Witcher.
- Traverse vast lands and unique locations, all with their distinct theme — from vibrant countrysides and war-torn landscapes, to grand castles and snow-capped mountains.
- Save villages from hordes of monsters, look for treasures hidden among ancient ruins, scour the land for resources, and more — the world of Thronebreaker is teeming with things to do.
PREPARE FOR WAR
- Develop and customize your very own battle camp.
- Train and recruit units, unlock new skills and work on your tactics.
- Manage resources you find and trade them with local merchants.
- Learn more about your companions and increase their strength in battle.
LEAD YOUR ARMY IN EPIC BATTLES
- Build an army from characters you meet and interact with during your journey.
- Fight in epic story battles and solve unique puzzles and challenges.
- Use unique skills and abilities of your army and lead it to victory.
Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales comes with these bonus items:
- Official Thronebreaker Soundtrack
- Digital version of GWENT: Art of The Witcher Card Game artbook from Dark Horse
- Concept art, including the map of Lyria
- The Witcher graphic novel "Fox Children" by Dark Horse
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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