This is a review of a game bought many years after it's release, that came with all DLC's and latest update to 1.9.6 version. From reading previews reviews, the game had its issues on release and were mitigated along the way and sadly that is the current developing arc on almost all new games. Nonetheless, initial reaction was to stop playing because of a few gameplay learning curve issues. I'm glad I've decided to work on my attitude and look for solutions for my issues with minor but quite important ones for my playing style and experience. First and foremost the game has an amazing world with awesome graphics (as long as you do have better GPU, though you can enjoy the game at lower settings as well), with sound that is incredibly immersive (almost fall asleep while trotting on my horse thru countryside during rains, that relaxing it is!) and the story line is deep and engaging. My gripes were related to a few issues with gameplay and were corrected by mods, though in time I've learned there was a console access as well. Specifically, there is an animation that breaks immersion when gathering, it becomes repetitive and intrusive and has no option to disable it in game. Mod available and took care of it as it almost made me quit playing. Next gripe is related to saving progress and it looks like it was a major issue when the game released, as one would lose a lot of gaming time when game error out with no current saving point. Mod available and issue solved. You still need to get used to combat mechanics and it's not mouse friendly, though in time you get used to it. Combat will get better as you get your character trained by the master at arms and by progressing thru the world. Do train, A LOT! All in all the game is amazing and I strongly encourage you to try it, especially with sales that were quite affordable for the bundle and read up on things that you have issues with or don't quite get a handle on, or dislike, as there are solutions for most of them.
