CD Projekt RED releases stability patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PS5

CD Projekt RED has released hotfix 5.01b for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, specifically targeting PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro users. The update, also identified as version 5.000.500 on Sony consoles, aims to provide stability improvements and a more reliable gameplay experience.

While the developer has not provided a comprehensive changelog, the patch follows a broader series of updates intended to optimize the remaster for ninth-generation hardware. Previous improvements included addressing interface bugs, memory management, and physics issues, such as boat handling and oil application mechanics. Some players have noted that the latest update may have addressed lighting inconsistencies on the base PS5, though reports of crashes and performance stutters persist for some users.

Regarding other platforms, CD Projekt RED confirmed they are working on a patch for Nintendo Switch 2 to improve image sharpness and definition. An official release date for the Switch 2 update has not yet been announced.