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GWENT is a well-regarded, free-to-play digital card game that many enjoy for its strategic depth and Witcher universe ties, but it suffers from significant technical issues like crashes and disconnections, as well as balance concerns and a departure from the original Witcher 3 Gwent experience.

⚠ Not updated in 31 months, this app may be abandoned
4.8★ lifetime (57,068) Free to download since 2019 by CD PROJEKT S.A. recent negative 18% 120 reviews across 3 regions
Technical Issues Witcher 3 Gwent Comparison Balance and Deck Issues Free-to-Play Model Matchmaking & Player Base
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recent reviews across 3 regions, vs the 4.8★ lifetime average

GWENT is a free-to-play digital collectible card game based on The Witcher universe, praised for its strategic gameplay and generous free-to-play model. However, recent reviews highlight frequent crashes, connectivity problems, and a perceived imbalance in card mechanics, leading to frustration for many players.

What users like

  • Strategic and deep gameplay offers a unique experience compared to other TCGs.R19R47R53R79
  • Very generous free-to-play model allows players to acquire cards and decks without spending real money.R13R38R51R98
  • Strong ties to The Witcher universe and lore appeal to fans.R27R37R43R100
  • Cross-platform play between PC and mobile is convenient.R86

What users complain about

  • Frequent crashes, disconnects, and loading issues severely hinder gameplay on mobile devices.R2R11R32R45
  • Many players prefer the original Gwent rules from The Witcher 3 and are disappointed by the changes in this standalone version.R21R28R71R132
  • Card balance issues, including overpowered decks and nerfs, negatively impact the competitive experience.R8R14R16R108
  • Matchmaking can be slow or result in no opponents, and some suspect AI bots in ranked play.R17R29R40R50
  • The game lacks accessibility features for visually impaired users.R5
  • Difficulty navigating menus and understanding various currencies and skill trees is a common complaint.R62R87

Latest update · v11.10.9

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

The brand new Update 11.10 brings changes tocards and implements the Balance Council, an in-game voting system. This means that moving onwards, you will have the control over all the changes made to the cards of GWENT.

Recurring themes

Technical Issues negative
Many recent reviews report constant crashes, disconnections, long loading times, and general instability, making the game unplayable for some. This directly contradicts the developer's notes which imply ongoing updates, as users still face these fundamental problems.R2R11R32R33
Witcher 3 Gwent Comparison mixed
A significant number of players express a preference for the original Gwent rules from The Witcher 3, finding the standalone version too different or less enjoyable. However, others appreciate the updated mechanics, considering it an improved 'Gwent 2.0'.R9R13R20R21
Balance and Deck Issues negative
Players frequently complain about card balance, citing 'pay to win' elements with broken decks, overpowered factions (like Monsters), and frustrating nerfs to existing decks. The developer's notes mention a 'Balance Council' for player control, but recent reviews still highlight these issues.R8R14R16R27
Free-to-Play Model positive
Many reviewers praise the game for being genuinely free-to-play, allowing players to earn all cards and progress without spending real money.R13R38R51R53
Matchmaking & Player Base negative
Some users report long wait times for matches, difficulty finding opponents outside of specific modes, and a suspicion of playing against AI bots in ranked play.R17R29R40R50

Who it's for

This game is for fans of The Witcher universe who enjoy strategic card games and are willing to learn a system different from the original Witcher 3 Gwent R37R43R47. It's also suitable for players looking for a generous free-to-play card battler where spending money isn't necessary for progression R51R98. Skip this game if you are easily frustrated by frequent app crashes, disconnections, or long loading times R32R45. It's also not recommended for those who strictly prefer the original Witcher 3 Gwent mechanics or require accessibility features like voiceover support R5R28.

Evidence note: The sample of recent reviews skews negative, with a significant focus on technical issues and changes from the original Gwent. While many positive reviews exist, they often praise the core gameplay and free-to-play model, but are less detailed about current issues. The confidence in technical issues is high due to their recurrence across multiple reviews.

Frequently asked

Is GWENT free to play?
Yes, GWENT is free to download and play, with many users confirming that you can unlock all cards and progress without spending real money R13R51R98.
Is this the same Gwent game as in The Witcher 3?
No, while based on the same universe, this standalone GWENT game has different rules and mechanics compared to the version found in The Witcher 3, which some players prefer and others find an improvement R21R28R47R71.
Does GWENT have technical issues on mobile?
Yes, many recent reviews report frequent crashes, constant disconnects, long loading times, and other bugs that hinder gameplay on mobile devices R32R45.
Is GWENT pay-to-win?
While some users feel that certain decks are 'broken' and imply a 'pay to win' aspect, many others state that the game is not pay-to-win and is very generous with rewards, allowing free players to build strong decks R8R51R98.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R19] 5/5 · US Here comes the Witcher: Expansive and diverse decks and strategy both innovative and unique, a must play ccg.
  2. [R47] 5/5 · US Is not Witcher 3 GWENT. It’s better!: I loved the game from the witcher 3. Before you say it’s bad because it is t the same, just know, this version has been updated and is vastly improved! Think of it as Gwent 2.0. The original was extremely simple and unbalanced. It’s still the same game at its core, and if you take the time to learn it, it’s probably the most fun you’ll have in a digital TCG.
  3. [R53] 5/5 · CA Great game!: Most free to play TCGs are just clones of MTG and bad clones at that but Gwent has unique play experience! It’s strategic game play tests your resource management and creates a fantastic competitive experience! But there’s more: though it has very new and refreshing gameplay the synergies are intuitive and fun and make you feel great when you piece them together! Lastly this game is m
  4. [R79] 5/5 · CA Fantastic strategy card game. So many different ways to build: Great!
  5. [R13] 5/5 · US CARE FOR A ROUND OF GWENT!?: Better than I expected it has the same feel of TW3 gwent and more in this game ,plus you can get everything in this game for free
  6. [R38] 5/5 · US It’s fun: I’m very casual I’m not spending money, and I’m still having fun!
  7. [R51] 5/5 · CA Great game. Not pay to win.: Fun game that’s complex enough to make you think but really easy to learn. Absolutely no need to spend a dime of real money, you can unlock every card (and much of the extra/aesthetic stuff) just by playing. And the cards look friggin good. Really well done. Would recommend.
  8. [R98] 5/5 · CA Extremely friendly for first time users: The game is extremely simple to start playing yet haha a very high skill cap so you’ll find it easy to play yet difficult to master. Also its extremely generous with its resources, so you never have to spend real money in order to create a viable deck. I’m running a free to play account and I’m almost at pro rank within the first month, with multiple strong
  9. [R27] 5/5 · US Preety Good, Great for Witcher fans: Stays consistent to the witcher universe, fun, very competitve, but can have some fundamental balance flaws, and cerain hands can be glitchy as in very OP or very UP, but It’s still good enough to play alot.
  10. [R37] 5/5 · US If you loved Gwent in Witcher game: If loved the card game Gwent in the console game then you will love this. It’s nerdy but so much fun.
  11. [R43] 5/5 · US Great game!: The game brings me back to the Witcher game that I love. Plenty to do and love the lore.
  12. [R100] 5/5 · CA Best card game: I love just because its from the witcher serirs
  13. [R86] 5/5 · CA Play on PC and Mobile at the same account: I can play it on PC at home, or at cafeteria on Mobile. How convenient !
  14. [R2] 5/5 · US good game: but it stop
  15. [R11] 1/5 · US Not Working: Not working 2026
  16. [R32] 1/5 · US Constant disconnects: Constant disconnects that lead to defeats. iPad has solid connection, so it’s the app, for sure. Want to open some card packs? Too bad, unknown error occurred. Want to create a new deck and play it? So sorry, unknown issue has occurred, and the deck disappears. Want to play more than match? Sucks to be you, it won’t match make with anyone until you force close the app an
  17. [R45] 1/5 · US Fed up: I’ve been playing Gwent for years but not sure if I can continue. The game crashes and drops connection constantly on iOS. CDPR needs to fix whatever is causing this cause for now the app is going to the trash.
  18. [R21] 3/5 · US Fun but cards aren’t as good: Games okay but was expecting Witcher 3 Gwent and got somthing else entirely so I uninstalled rather play Gwent on Witcher 3 it’s okay if you want Gwent but haven’t seen a card over 10
  19. [R28] 1/5 · US Why: Why would you ruin Gwent like this? It’s not anything like Gwent in the Witcher 3 game... like not even remotely. And the card game originated in the Witcher 3. You ruined the card game with this.
  20. [R71] 3/5 · CA WITCHER 3 GWENT?: You guys should add Witcher 3 Gwent how it played on there I prefer!
  21. [R132] 3/5 · AU Can’t beat the original: It’s complicated and takes forever to load but it’s fun and worth it. I just wish they made the origin version that everyone fell in love with.
  22. [R8] 2/5 · US Pay to win, play to lose: It would be super cool to get 1 match in against someone who hasn’t spent $600+ on completely broken decks
  23. [R14] 1/5 · US Rigged deck: The fact that you keep doing updates and changing the numbers of the cards and how long this game‘s been out, shows your incompetence and now that you’re learning players do the same thing in your updates shows how players can rig decks and you don’t even realize it do not play this game. You’ll find out fast. I’m uninstalling this game.
  24. [R16] 1/5 · US I was a fan: Played this game on and off for a while Lost of glitch’s but it was fun They nerfed monster so now I can’t use my deck because of provisions cost I’ve been using the deck for years I bought the season pass and got 63 keys because of rewards and went to use them they glitched and I got no rewards but my keys were spent anyway Game is not fun anymore sadly
  25. [R108] 3/5 · AU Needs balancing 🥺: I thought the trick I found out with my skellige deck was pretty OP using Blueboy Lugos as a punching bag to damage the enemy. But CDPR, that was nothing compared to the absolute BS that some monster decks can whip up. Thrive and the death wish are so easily abused it makes the experience for the other player a joke. The monster deck doesn’t care what you’re up to they’re too bu
  26. [R17] 4/5 · US Gwentfinity: A great game! I just wish there were more players! It’s really hard to find a match that’s not draft or training. Otherwise, it’s fun, excellent animations and of course….GWENT!
  27. [R29] 2/5 · US Ai bots ruined the rankings: Too many players are now ai bots ruining the game 1ms playing cards and moves obviously cheating no way they make decisions that fast
  28. [R40] 3/5 · US Dr. Strange: Could have more support. Sometimes there’s no matches or you wait a long time before match starts.
  29. [R50] 1/5 · US Endless loading in search: Does not find an opponent when matchmaking. · translated
  30. [R5] 1/5 · US Not Accessible: Based on the type of game, there's absolutely no reason that it shouldn't be accessible for people who are visually impaired using voiceover
  31. [R62] 4/5 · CA Good game, steep learning curve: If you liked Gwent in the Witcher game or you like card games (Magic, etc.) you’ll like this one. Only downside is that it doesn’t explain all the menus, currencies, skilltrees, etc. It teaches you the in-game mechanics but nothing else.
  32. [R87] 3/5 · CA Good game but kinda ugly: Great card game but I feel it’s just very confusing to navigate through all the features and match making is a little slow.
  33. [R33] 1/5 · US Game no longer works: Don’t install. The game is no longer playable with most recent iOS update.
  34. [R9] 5/5 · US Feelings: I loved the original Gwent in The Witcher, so I decided to download this. It's a bit changed, but that might even be for the better. · translated
  35. [R20] 4/5 · US Is really good: I liked the wither 3 format better but this version is still really good!

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store