Skyrim vs The Witcher 3: Which Is Better on a Treadmill or Bike?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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| Overall | 2/3 | 2/3 |
| Treadmill and bike | 2/3 | 2/3 |
| Gameplay | 2/3 | 2/3 |
| Computer requirements | 2/3 | 2/3 |
| Pause friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Session length | Over 60 min | Over 60 min |
They tied at 2 out of 3. Skyrim is the better pick if you want to wander, and The Witcher 3 is the better pick if you want a story to follow.
Skyrim
Skyrim lets you pick a direction and go. A lot of the game is walking across the map, which is pretty much perfect for a treadmill. Fights can need a quick block or dodge, but you can usually take them at your own pace.
The Witcher 3
The Witcher 3 has a huge open world too, but more of your time goes to story and conversations. That helps a long ride go by, but it also means more watching and less playing. Combat wants good timing, so it can be tricky at a hard pace.
Which should you play?
Pick Skyrim for long, easy sessions where you just want to keep moving. Pick The Witcher 3 if the story is what will get you back on the machine tomorrow. Both are long games, so one of them could last you months.