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[PC/Mac] The Witcher: Enhanced Edition FREE @ GOG (Courtesy of Ars Technica)

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[PC/Mac] The Witcher: Enhanced Edition FREE @ GOG (Courtesy of Ars Technica)
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rob01 on 25/04/2017 - 22:31 arstechnica.com (4221 clicks)
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For 48 hours only. From the Ars Technica website: Ars Technica has teamed up with GOG.com to give away free copies of The Witcher Enhanced Edition. These codes are only available for a limited time so grab yours today! We're giving away a few hundred thousand copies of The Witcher: Enhanced Edition—all you have to do is click in the sidebar over there (on the Ars Website) to claim a code. You'll be redirected to GOG.com to redeem the code and download the game. It'll work on Windows or MacOS.

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  • Tuftsdude on 25/04/2017 - 22:39
    +3

    I loved The Witcher 2 & am going through TW3 atm (amazing game) but couldn't get into TW1. Thanks for posting though!

    • decr on 25/04/2017 - 23:07
      +2

      Heh I'm the opposite, I thought W1 was way better as they revamped the combat/skill system in W2. Both are great though and were released DRM free which is a huge bonus.

      • Tuftsdude on 25/04/2017 - 23:10

        I might give it another shot in the future. Witcher 3 though, now that's amazing, once you get used to the controls, combat system, etc, absolutely amazing.

        • decr on 25/04/2017 - 23:33
          +1

          Yeah I bet… just wish I had something to play it on. Anyway, happy gaming!

        • Tuftsdude on 25/04/2017 - 23:35

          @decr: Pick up a cheap XB1 & then a $20 copy off Gumtree. Godspeed!

        • decr on 25/04/2017 - 23:56
          +1

          @Tuftsdude: Don't tempt me, I'm still working on the backlog of games from 8 years ago…

        • Windows7forever on 26/04/2017 - 02:48

          @decr: Haha me too. I'm a generation behind :P

      • tebbybabes on 26/04/2017 - 13:30

        I've recently installed it for the first time inspite of the fact that it's been in library for years…

        I've only played the first 2 hours or so, but something's bothering me. Does it really feel like you're dropped into the deep end at first go? Plus the way the quests and story jumps around really feels confusing to me. Will it get better?

        • decr on 26/04/2017 - 17:44

          Ah yes I remember that. Once you learn to use the skill system it gets a lot easier. I remember having a hard time as well but then realised I had made poor upgrades. This was years ago so memory is a bit hazy… I think after grinding for a bit or the swamp place it got a lot more enjoyable. Stick with it, it's a great game.

        • tebbybabes on 26/04/2017 - 21:52

          @decr:

          Thanks for that. I thought I just didn't "get it" Everyone is claiming that it's a terrific experience but I thought I was the only one going, "what the heck is going on?"

  • superforever on 25/04/2017 - 22:40

    Thanks claimed.

  • jace88 on 25/04/2017 - 22:40
    +1

    Thanks… but everytime I try to redeem/generate it says code already used on gog.com? :S

    EDIT: Tried again using Edge and it worked. Previously was trying Chrome.

  • qwerty on 25/04/2017 - 22:45
    +3

    If anyone misses out on the offer they give witcher 1 on gog out free if you get into the gwent beta - www.playgwent.com/‎ , Took like 2 weeks after signing up and got in no issues .

  • Ventak on 25/04/2017 - 22:48

    Cheers for this, it worked.

  • DarthAntz on 25/04/2017 - 22:51

    thank you! good post and opportunity

  • Vool on 25/04/2017 - 22:52

    Thanks. The Witcher 3 is one of my favorite games ever, but never played the first two.

  • PLANT on 25/04/2017 - 22:59

    I got a code but not letting me enter it in chrome(no place) says $9.90?

    • harkoliar on 25/04/2017 - 23:00

      Try using ie. Worked on my ie mobile no issues

      • PLANT on 25/04/2017 - 23:13

        Can't remember password and it is auto saved in chrome….in account on chrome but can't get into IE as cannot reset password grrrrrr
        Any ideas?

        Why is there no are in chrome to enter code?????

        Edit: I changed password and went via IE and still no area to enter code….wants $9.90 via credit card or paypal??????????

        REFER TO BELOW LINK IN NEXT POST!!!!!!!!!!!!!

        • 0FoxGiven on 26/04/2017 - 09:02
          +2

          Quick hack for finding what your auto saved password is:

          1. Visit the webpage where your password is saved at
          2. Make sure the masked password is already auto filled in the password field
          3. Right click on the password section and select "inspect element"
          4. Change the type "password" to "" (basically remove the password type)
          5. Enter and dismiss the inspection console
          6. Tadaas.. you can now view the saved password
        • PLANT on 26/04/2017 - 09:51

          @edrenalin: <span ng-click="login.changePassword()" class="btn btn—gray">Change</span>

          Thats what I see when I do above?

        • 0FoxGiven on 26/04/2017 - 20:37

          @PLANT:

          You are probably doing something wrong…

          the console should look like this if you are in the right place http://imgur.com/a/v6eAt

    • scupper on 25/04/2017 - 23:28
      +1

      https://www.gog.com/redeem

      • PLANT on 25/04/2017 - 23:31

        Thankyou so much the above worked!!!!

  • [Deactivated] on 25/04/2017 - 23:03

    9PNS8645DE353A7014

    • NGPriest on 26/04/2017 - 12:55
      -6

      This code has already been used

      • [Deactivated] on 26/04/2017 - 20:22

        Not by me, genius.

        • NGPriest on 27/04/2017 - 14:52

          I know… Just posting it there in case anyone else wants to attempt it…

  • scrimshaw on 25/04/2017 - 23:07
    +2

    Pam pa ram. Pam Pam pa ram.

    • Zachary on 28/04/2017 - 02:11

      I don't get the reference….

      • scrimshaw on 28/04/2017 - 02:49

        In Witcher 3, you hear the guards singing Pam Param almost as much as you hear the guards say "I used to be an adventurer like you… then I took an arrow in the knee" in Skyrim.

        • Zachary on 28/04/2017 - 03:11

          Ohhhhhh…….well I've never played the game yet so would have had not known that….thanks…

  • AustriaBargain on 25/04/2017 - 23:48
    -1

    Doesn't look like it comes with a Steam key.

  • mr fox on 26/04/2017 - 00:03

    Success!

  • Tekuza on 26/04/2017 - 00:06

    Thanks claimed. Omg have gotten so many free games coz of Ozbargain and don't have time to play any as so busy but can't stop hoarding the free games whenever they are available here lol

  • davicta on 26/04/2017 - 00:12

    9PNSEFA08BC8D9CF3C

    • NGPriest on 26/04/2017 - 12:56
      -5

      This code has already been used

  • Cheapsize on 26/04/2017 - 00:13

    Awesome deal :)

  • [Deactivated] on 26/04/2017 - 00:19
    -5

    10 year old game…

    • airal3rt on 26/04/2017 - 00:30
      +2

      It's free and still a good game…

    • scrimshaw on 26/04/2017 - 00:59

      SC BroodWar is from 1998, 18 years ago, people still play it competitively.

      • kahn on 26/04/2017 - 06:52

        Doesn't compare to chess, checkers, backgammon, etc.

  • abm77 on 26/04/2017 - 00:44

    Our servers have encountered a problem while delivering the page you requested. We apologize for the inconvenience.

    If this is a really long outage, check out a cool site like reddit or TV Tropes to pass the time.

    • soupiejr on 26/04/2017 - 00:55

      Go back to the login page and try and login to your account. Then click on Resend Activation email and once you've confirmed your account through the email, you'll be able to login.

      • abm77 on 26/04/2017 - 00:56

        Managed to login. Can't see the code. Just a post that they paused the giveaway for 20 mins to generate more codes.
        "Check back at around 11:15 EDT"
        edit
        Got one! tnx op!

  • Windows7forever on 26/04/2017 - 02:53
    +1

    Damn. Registrations on new accounts temporarily closed due to bots screwing up there servers.

  • g12345567 on 26/04/2017 - 06:46

    Got this yesterday when this deal was first posted. Didn't need an Ars Technica account to claim game. Just clicked the link. Got the code and redeemed via GOG.com.

    Must be popular as its now says you'll need a free Ars account in order to claim a Witcher code.

  • lollyball on 26/04/2017 - 08:53

    woo hoo thanks op

  • chiesel21 on 26/04/2017 - 09:44

    Hi Guys, just joined OZBargain, I am unable to use the code it always said that "This code has already been used. If you believe this is incorrect, please let us know."
    I am using Mac, tried opening on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari, but doesnt work. Help?

    • henrikoez on 26/04/2017 - 10:20

      try different email address. I got the same notification on my first email address and managed to redeem the next one on different address.

      • NGPriest on 26/04/2017 - 13:02

        Different emails = same code…

  • kaizilla on 26/04/2017 - 10:04

    Great, Thanks!

  • DertySouth on 26/04/2017 - 11:06

    9gb download. my super slow internet is struggling.

  • chameleonsaint on 26/04/2017 - 12:03

    Thank-you it worked with no issues.
    I really do like GOG and the games being DRM free.

  • Unseatingcargo1 on 26/04/2017 - 12:44

    My code had been used…

    • NGPriest on 26/04/2017 - 13:02

      Same…

      • Unseatingcargo1 on 26/04/2017 - 22:04
        -1

        I just redid the process and they sent me another key that worked.

    • pull the lever on 26/04/2017 - 19:45

      Same! :(

      • Unseatingcargo1 on 26/04/2017 - 22:04

        I just redid the process and they sent me another key that worked.

  • [Deactivated] on 26/04/2017 - 14:37
    -1

    First the website was down for a few hours
    Then it was under maintenance for another few hours
    Then account was not activated
    When the activation link was not sent for several hours
    Then the code was not sent
    Then the code had already been claimed!
    Then 48 hours "promotion" is up
    Terrible!

    • NGPriest on 26/04/2017 - 15:11

      It hasn't ended yet…?

  • muwu on 26/04/2017 - 16:06
    +1

    I'm bamboozled by how to download this. Anyone else having trouble or had trouble but worked it out.

    Under the list of downloads there are seven separate parts. I think I got the setup working for the first part but then it says it can't proceed without part six. I get the setup downloaded for part 6 but then that setup won't open.

    If this problem isn't shared, then it must be a specific issue with my PC.

    • Scab on 26/04/2017 - 16:10
      +2

      You need to download all 7 parts, then simply run the first file which is the setup executable "setup_the_witcher_enhanced_edition_2.0.0.12.exe".

      This will then extract the required files from the other 6 parts.

      • muwu on 26/04/2017 - 20:19

        Thanks.

        I ended up (reluctantly) downloading the (Steam equivalent) GOG Galaxy and it had a one-button download.

  • petitejam on 26/04/2017 - 18:11

    Never played any but the starts a good place right? Thanks for this!

    • pull the lever on 26/04/2017 - 19:54
      +1

      Yeah, another game to add to my pile of shame.

  • NGPriest on 27/04/2017 - 14:54

    9PapaNovemberSierraFoxtrot407CharlieCharlie1BravoBravo2121Delta

  • NGPriest on 27/04/2017 - 14:55

    9PapaNovemberSieera1928741Echo849Charlie89

  • Perthguy on 27/04/2017 - 15:15
    +1

    Thanks rob01. Claimed.

  • siresteelhell on 27/04/2017 - 20:03
    +1

    9PNS3519D581D2F5DD

  • siresteelhell on 27/04/2017 - 20:03

    double post removed sry

  • chyawala on 29/04/2017 - 16:47
    +1

    Free key expire may 3, post when claimed.
    key is: 9PNS5923C6C3BAD37F

  • DN38416 on 01/05/2017 - 14:44

    Also have a spare key if anyone needs it: 9PNS17E95C37A09588

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