The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Digital Premium Edition is having a major update which is being released on the 29th September. You can get it for 19% off at only £20.99. Which is a big saving on how much I paid back in May, plus you get all of the DLC (9 in all apparently) for free. If you purchase the game now you will get the update for free. Whether thosewho already purchased the game when it was released will gret it for free isn’t clear. (I hope so). The following is Steams take on the upgrade.
The Witcher 2 New & Improved PC Version 2.0:
Buy now The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings and update to new & improved PC version 2.0 for free on the 29th of September 2011!
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings version 2.0 is an update to The Witcher 2 even bigger than The Witcher: Enhanced Edition was to the original game. Version 2.0 is featuring a completely new Tutorial System perfect for all newcomers, a new difficulty setting called Dark crafted to appeal to hardcore fans, and an entirely new arcade-style game mode called Arena. Aside from this new content, version 2.0 includes all of the previously-released DLC – nine packs in all – as well as more than 100 technical improvements made to date, and an additional 40+ new technical and gameplay enhancements. All this makes The Witcher 2 version 2.0 the most polished and definitive edition of the game since the original release.
The Game:
The second installment in the RPG saga about the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, features a thoroughly engrossing, mature storyline defining new standards for thought-provoking, non-linear game narration. In addition to an epic story, the game features an original, brutal combat system that uniquely combines tactical elements with dynamic action. A new, modern game engine, responsible both for beautiful visuals and sophisticated game mechanics puts players in the most lively and believable world ever created in an RPG game. A captivating story, dynamic combat system, beautiful graphics, and everything else that made the original Witcher such a great game are now executed in a much more advanced and sophisticated way.
Main Features:
• Completely New, Extensive Tutorial System - The new tutorial helps players fully enjoy the game from the very beginning and systematically explains the depth of The Witcher 2’s combat and gameplay mechanics. It allows gamers to be gradually and smoothly immersed in the game world and Geralt’s adventures.
• Special Dark Difficulty Setting - A new, intensely challenging difficulty setting that provides the ultimate challenge for players. On the Dark setting, The Witcher 2 is nearly as difficult as Insane, but allowing players to save the game. It also provides a completely new set of dark-themed gear with very high stats such as:
- 18 new equip-able items including3 new sets of dark armor (light, medium, and heavy)
3 new sets of dark swords (3 silver, 3 steel)
Other Dark themes/elements in the game
• Completely New Arena Mode - Infinitely re-playable and progressively more challenging, Arena lets you hone your combat style and techniques against all the different monster types from the game. Dispatch wave upon wave of progressively more difficult enemies, earning awards that you can use to upgrade abilities, weapons and armor, and to test alchemy. Hirelings can also assist you in battle for a price. Combat waves will continue infinitely until your character is defeated, when you’ll see a statistical summary of results. Players can share their results with their friends by uploading this summary to the forums or to Facebook. Arena Mode includes:
• New location, with a dynamic, responsive audience reacting to the events:
- A new monster type, Werewolf
Waves of different opponents, looped with increasing levels of difficulty
3 different prizes to choose from in each wave
3 new characters (mage, knight, and dwarven fighter) that can serve as allies during clashes
A shopkeeper offering gear and enhancements
3 new GUI panels designed specifically for the mode
New dialogue
New background music
New Witcher Forum and Facebook integration
• Technical Bliss - Version 2.0 includes all previous and new technical and gameplay enhancements such as:
- 40+ new technical and gameplay enhancements
100+ previous technical and gameplay fixes
All 9 previous DLC packs - Troll Trouble, Roche Commando Jacket, Ultimate Alchemy Suit, Ultimate Magical Suit, Ultimate Swordsman Suit, Finisher Pack, Mysterious Merchant, Barbers and Coiffeuses, A Sackfull of Fluff
The Witcher 2, in its most definitive version 2.0, will be available on the 29th of the September through automatic update for free, for all existing and new users (all new installations will update to version 2.0 automatically during game installation process).
Digital Premium Edition Features:
• Making-of: All the cinematic materials related to game - trailers, developer diaries, gameplay footage, interviews and making-of exclusive video.
• Soundtrack: Audio files with in-game music.
• World Map: A map of the game's world.
• Game Guide: The Witcher 2 strategy guide for both novice and experienced role-playing fans.
• Game Manual: A rulebook and interface explanation to help you get started.
• Pamphlet: A representation of one of the in-game items.
• Papercrafts: Two papercraft dolls - Geralt and one random character for collectors.
• Digital Premium Edition content is only available via download.
System Requirements:
Minimum:
OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
Processor: Intel 2.2 GHz Dual-Core or AMD 2.5 GHz Dual-Core
Memory: 1.5 GB (Win XP), 2GB (Win Vista/Win 7)
Graphics: GeForce 8800 (512 MB) or Radeon HD3850 (512 MB)
DirectX®:
Hard Drive: 16GB
Sound:
Recommended:
OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
