Stories of Men
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

RPG (role-playing game), Action adventure

PC · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X/S · Nintendo Switch

Endless · ESRB Mature 17+ / PEGI 18

Caring Men in Media Test: Pass

Dominance Manhood

Some

Traits of dominance-based masculinity present in the media.

Questioning of Dominance

Many

Characters questioning or suffering from dominance norms.

Relational Manhood

Many

Traits of relational, connected masculinity.

Infamous ‘witch hunter’ Geralt searches for his surrogate daughter, Ciri, while navigating political conflicts, war, and supernatural threats. Although Geralt is physically formidable, the story consistently presents him as caring, thoughtful, and emotionally invested in the people around him. Much of the narrative centers on parenting, friendship, loyalty, and responsibility. His bond with Ciri is particularly significant as an example of caregiving masculinity. While Geralt is depicted as heterosexually promiscuous, the game also explores his numerous meaningful relationships with women based on mutual respect, trust and affection. Violence remains part of Geralt’s profession, but the story repeatedly emphasizes empathy, restraint, and personal connection.

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