Overall, the entire season is a big success in my eyes. I have a little previous knowledge of the realm, only had just begun playing the game and read details online. However, I do not think prior knowledge is needed. The sword-play is top-notch, best I've seen in a show.

My only gripe is the linear story telling. While it all comes together in the end of the season and makes sense, it could state the time period for each character. Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer all share different timelines in the beginning and it can be difficult to recognize what is in the past versus the present. Make the timelines clearer and the first season is a 10.