This is one of those shows where you need to pay attention instead of playing with your mobile phone at the same time.

Firstly, it is a fantasy world based on Eastern European mythology which many are probably unfamiliar with. You can see this based on some of the silly things written by so called "professional critics" making fun of names and terms that are not anglicised. This is not just ignorant but it's also rude to other cultures as well.

Next, we have 3 separate storylines happening across 3 different timelines. This requires the viewer to pay attention to the details in each scene to piece the story together. It doesn't seem necessary to the plot at first but when everything comes together, the payoff for the viewer is extremely satisfying.

Geralt, the titular character is flat and emotionally plain with a dry sense of humor but extremely cool with a sword, or two, and a bit of magic. That's pretty much how Witchers are like and may put off some viewers.

My main criticisms of the show would be the monster designs and armor. The monsters look terrible and not in a good way. Geralt's armor just doesn't seem to fit Henry Cavill quite right and the Nilfgaardian armour with the wrinkled design seems a little comical. All these are subjective though and your opinion may differ.