How to Level Up Fast in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Focus on Quests Near Your Level

The fastest way to level up in The Witcher 3 is to complete quests that are close to your current level. Main quests, side quests, and Witcher contracts give much better XP than randomly killing monsters.

Try not to leave quests sitting for too long. If you become too overlevelled, some quests will give much less XP. Check your quest log often and do the lower-level quests before they turn grey.

Do Witcher Contracts

Witcher contracts are one of the best ways to gain XP while also earning crowns and monster materials. You can find them on notice boards in villages and towns.

Before starting a contract, check the recommended level. If it is close to your level, it is usually worth doing. Contracts also help you practice using oils, bombs, potions, and signs against different monster types.

Clear Notice Boards

Whenever you reach a new town or village, check the notice board. This can unlock new side quests, contracts, and points of interest on the map.

Notice boards are useful because they quickly show you more activities in the area. If you want to level up without wasting time, grab the quests from boards and focus on the ones closest to your level.

Do Main Story Quests When You Get Stuck

If side quests are too high level or not giving much XP, continue the main story for a while. Main quests usually give strong XP and naturally move you into new areas with better rewards.

You do not need to rush the story, but it is often the best way to keep Geralt’s level moving at a steady pace.

Explore Points of Interest

Question marks on the map can lead to monster nests, guarded treasures, abandoned sites, and hidden loot. These do not always give huge XP, but they are useful for gear, crafting materials, money, and combat practice.

Abandoned sites are especially useful because clearing them can bring people back to the area and unlock merchants or other rewards.

Avoid Farming Random Enemies

Killing random enemies is usually not the best way to level up fast. The XP is much lower than quest rewards, and it can take a long time.

Only fight random monsters if they are in your way, guarding loot, or tied to a quest. Your time is usually better spent completing quests, contracts, and map objectives.

Use Better Gear to Clear Faster

Levelling is faster when fights do not take forever. Keep your swords repaired, upgrade your gear when possible, and use oils, potions, and bombs against tougher enemies.

Witcher gear is especially useful because it gives strong bonuses and can carry you through large parts of the game. Better gear helps you complete quests faster, which means faster XP overall.