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Deal | This RPG inspired by The Witcher, loved by 88% of players, is 80% off on Steam

An image showing several characters in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.
ⓘ CD Projekt Red
An image showing several characters in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.
Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales is an RPG set in the world of The Witcher, in which you follow the story of Meve, Queen of Lyria and Rivia. But a war is coming, and you’ll need to raise an army, gather resources, and fight numerous enemies with cards.

Inspired by The Witcher, developed and published by CD Projekt Red, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales is a single-player RPG with a vast world, secrets, and card battles. And until May 3, 2026, it is 80% off on Steam. In other words, it’s available for $3.99 instead of $19.99, according to SteamDB.

In this game, you follow the story of Meve, Queen of Lyria and Rivia. But an invasion is imminent, and you will have to take up arms and prepare your army. Thus, you will need to build your own camp, recruit soldiers with resources, and find companions. Throughout your journey, you’ll traverse various landscapes, such as meadows, castles, and villages filled with monsters, and defeat enemies to liberate your kingdom.

During battles, you’ll need to make strategic decisions and build a balanced and powerful army. And don't forget to use skills and abilities to defeat your opponents. In addition, bonus items are also available, such as a digital version of Gwent: Art of The Witcher Card Game and the graphic novel The Witcher: Fox Children.

An image showing a environment in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.
ⓘ CD Projekt Red
An image showing a environment in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.
An image showing a battle in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.
ⓘ CD Projekt Red
An image showing a battle in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales.

Since November 9, 2018, more than 17,000 players have left reviews on the Steam page of Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, and 88% of them are positive. Reviews on Metacritic also show that the game is appreciated, with a Metascore of 85 and a user score of 8.3. As a result, players love the world of The Witcher and its artistic direction. The voice acting is enjoyed, as well as its story full of twists and turns. However, this gameplay isn't for everyone, and the puzzles have disappointed some players. Finally, similar discounts have appeared several times in recent months.

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Alexis Stegmann, 2026-04-26 (Update: 2026-04-26)