Yes, The Witcher 1 is considered essential for fans of the series.
Yes, The Witcher 1 is considered essential for fans of the series.
Consider playing Witcher 2 first, then 1, and only after 3 if you want to dive deeper. It’s not strictly necessary, but it can help you get the most out of each game.
The story is strong but the gameplay is poor, so I suggest checking out Lets Play. 2 is excellent and you can save your progress from 1, which means all your decisions will be saved and available in 3.