Tag Archives: the witcher 2: assassins of kings

Tue, May 14, 2013 | 00:42 BST

Witcher 2 mod tools now available to all

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After quietly and temporarily escaping custody last week, CD Projekt’s REDkit, a modding suite for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, has finally made its official debut.

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Fri, May 10, 2013 | 00:59 BST

Witcher modtools slip out into the wilds

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CD Projekt had a bit of an accident this week and briefly released REDkit, its modding suite for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings. The friendly developer has advised that any of those lucky enough to snaffle the early release are welcome to go ahead and use them; the official release is almost upon us, thankfully. “Please give us just a little bit more time (it’s almost here!)” community manager Marcin Momot said.

Thanks, Edge.

Fri, Oct 26, 2012 | 11:10 BST

Witcher website countdown explained

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Witcher dev CD Projekt RED has started a countdown on its official site. The timer will count down to the 8th Birthday of The Witcher Forums, and will trigger a series of clebrations involving fans. Aww, what a lovely bunch. More details below.

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Fri, Aug 10, 2012 | 08:32 BST

CD Projekt RED rolling out mod tools for The Witcher 2

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CD Projekt RED has announced it will soon release the REDkit, a suite of tools that will set the modding community loose on the PC version of its acclaimed RPG, The Witcher 2: Assassin’s of Kings. REDkit will enable the creation of non-linear adventures, new locations and more, according to the CDPR blog post on the matter; expect some scamp to ensure that “more” equates to “mature content”.

The polish company will be providing behind-closed-doors media presentations of REDkit at next week’s gamescom in Germany.

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Tue, Jun 19, 2012 | 09:15 BST

Cyberpunk to apply lessons learned from The Witcher 2

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CD Projekt RED has said it will apply the valuable lessons learned from The Witcher series to its current RPG project, Cyberpunk. In particular, the developer is keen to better introduce the complex story elements to novice players to avoid them feeling left stranded.

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Mon, May 28, 2012 | 06:24 BST

Witcher 2 player choice effects demonstrated side-by-side

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If you didn’t have time to play The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings through more than once, check out this side-by-side comparison of how choices have profound effects on the story and environments.

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Wed, Apr 18, 2012 | 07:28 BST

CD Projekt Red: The Witcher 2 is for grown-ups

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The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings isn’t supposed to be family friendly, and coming to consoles doesn’t change that.

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Wed, Apr 11, 2012 | 16:18 BST

The Witcher 2 Enhanced now available for pre-load on PC

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CD Projekt RED has announced players can now pre-download the Enhanced Edition update for the PC version of The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings. The majority of the 10 GB update can be downloaded here, and come April 17 when it’s released for both PC and Xbox 360, the rest of the files can be applied.

Thu, Apr 05, 2012 | 18:17 BST

Witcher 2 Enhanced will be available at GAME, Gamestation, pre-orders honored

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GAME, Gamestation and Namco Bandai Partners UK have confirmed that The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings – Enhanced Edition for Xbox 360 will be available at all GAME and Gamestation stores across the UK on the April 17. Customers who have pre-ordered the Dark Edition and the standard edition will receive the game at launch. If you still have any questions on the matter, contact your local GAME or Gamestation store and confirm your pre-order online or in-store.

Tue, Apr 03, 2012 | 18:40 BST

Witcher 2 animation video catches you up on the story since Witcher 1

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CD Projekt RED has released a new animation video for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings – Enhanced Edition which summarizes the events which preceded it in The Witcher. If you haven’t played the first game, you may wish to avert your eyes if you plan on doing so in the future. The video contains some spoilers. Witcher 2 Enhanced is out April 17 for PC and Xbox 360.

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Thu, Mar 29, 2012 | 03:05 BST

Witcher 2 developer strives for “meaningful” player choice

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CD Projekt RED is committed to serving up “meaningful” choice and consequence to players – even if that means twice as much work.

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Fri, Mar 23, 2012 | 19:36 GMT

Witcher 2 Enhanced dev diary shows off cinematic elements

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Warner and CD Projekt RED have released a new developer diary for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition. The video goes in-depth with the team itself, discussing and showing the cinematic sequences and gameplay elements added in the enhanced version. The game launches April 17 on Xbox 360 and PC.

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Tue, Mar 20, 2012 | 00:15 GMT

Witcher 2 Enhanced Edition trailer delves into extra content

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The latest trailer for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition gives a sneak peek at new characters and quests.

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Mon, Mar 12, 2012 | 07:20 GMT

Cut above: Witcher 2 teaches PC-to-console master class

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CD Projekt RED looks set to provide a PC-to-console master class with the adaptation of The Witcher 2. Stace Harman goes hands-on and speaks to level designer Marek Ziemak.

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Thu, Mar 08, 2012 | 22:17 GMT

CD Projekt RED will “never use any DRM anymore”

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CD Projekt RED, which famously let DRM creep into the Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings before promptly patching it back out, has sworn off the anti-piracy measure for good.

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Mon, Mar 05, 2012 | 01:08 GMT

Witcher 2 Enhanced Edition to include explanatory content

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Xbox 360 fans will not be dropped into the world of The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings without a little handholding.

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Tue, Feb 28, 2012 | 05:13 GMT

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Kingslayer trailer slays kings

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The latest trailer for The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition includes a crowned, severed head – presumably one of the titular kings. Excited? Check it out through the break.

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Fri, Jan 27, 2012 | 01:23 GMT

CD Projekt RED: The “great majority” of Witcher 2 players will pay, not pirate

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The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings isn’t jumping to consoles to escape piracy; CD Projekt just trusts you all to fork over your cash in return for a fair deal.

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Thu, Jan 26, 2012 | 22:29 GMT

Watch the Xbox 360-exclusive Witcher 2 opening cinematic

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Head through the break to check out a brand new cinematic for the Xbox 360 version of The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings.

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Thu, Jan 26, 2012 | 22:23 GMT

CDP: The Witcher 2 to release on Xbox 360 on April 17

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CD Projekt has announced its console adaptation of The Witcher 2 will be released on Xbox 360 April 17.

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