I just can't get enough of this game. It is indeed a lot more linear compared to the previous entries but there's something really enticing about it. My only gripe with it are the prices. Still quite expensive 5 years later, specially the DLC, Ashes of Ariandel, which, despite having good content, is too small for it's price. If you can only get one DLC, go for The Ringed City. It has Gael in it. Although the season pass, which was also a steal mind you, usually goes on sale for a fair price so you might wanna wait for that.