In Wolf's Clothing

Melee Combat: Geralt uses Silver Swords for monsters and Steel Swords for humanoids. Basic attacks are fast/heavy, with advanced skills like Whirl (AoE spin) and Rend (armor-piercing slash) unlockable.

Ranged Combat: A crossbow is available, with time slowing slightly when aiming. Different bolts offer varied effects. Marksmanship skills can enhance aiming and critical hits.

Finisher Attacks: Triggered by a button prompt when an enemy is weakened, these stylish executions can grant invincibility on lower difficulties. Automatic finishers can be toggled on/off.

Blocking: Nullifies most melee attacks but is less effective against magical damage.

Staggering: Timed block before an attack deflects and stuns the enemy for a counterattack (melee only).

Dodging: Quick side/back step to evade attacks while maintaining close range, ideal for unblockable attacks.

Rolling: A larger evasive maneuver, useful for creating distance, especially against large bosses with area attacks.

Deflect Arrows: Timed block to deflect incoming arrows/bolts.

Magical Signs: Consume Stamina. All five are available early, with upgrades in the Sign Skill Tree.

AARD: Force push to knock down or stagger enemies; can destroy weak walls.

AXII: Temporarily stuns single targets; used in dialogue and to calm animals.

IGNI: Fire wave that damages and can ignite enemies for damage over time; used to light torches.

QUEN: Creates a defensive barrier that drains Stamina.

YRDEN: Creates a trap that slows enemies and makes spectral creatures vulnerable.

Alchemy: Geralt can craft potions, oils, and bombs using reagents. Recipes are found or bought. Once crafted, they auto-replenish upon meditation if alcohol is available.

Bombs: Various effects for combat.