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Categories: BUSINESS · CULTURE · TECHNOLOGY
CD Projekt Red branding, Witcher, AI & Cyberpunk updates
Entities: CD Projekt RED · Doug Cockle · Geralt of Rivia · Songs of the Past · Gamescom Opening Night Live
Overview
Since late May 2026 CD Projekt Red has rolled out a coordinated set of announcements. The studio confirmed a third Witcher 3 expansion, Songs of the Past, and later postponed its launch to 2027 to avoid competing with GTA 6. A demo is planned for late summer 2026, and the extra development window will be used to polish gameplay and optimise for modern platforms. On 25 August 2026 the expansion was unveiled at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, with Geoff Keighley hosting a first‑look showcase that highlighted 15‑20 hours of new story content while still using REDengine, before the planned shift to Unreal Engine 5 for Witcher 4. The studio later clarified that the public showcase of Songs of the Past will occur at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live on 25 August 2027, confirming continued development momentum. Voice actor Doug Cockle posted a recording‑session photo on 30 July 2026, confirming that voice work for the DLC is underway. The expansion is being co‑developed with Fool’s Theory and is described as a full‑scale expansion rather than a simple DLC. CD Projekt Red also reaffirmed that Witcher 4 (codenamed Polaris) remains scheduled for Q4 2027, with analysts projecting first‑year sales of 18‑25 million copies. The shift to Unreal Engine 5 is expected to accelerate production. Investors noted short‑term share‑price volatility after the DLC announcement but the overall roadmap stays unchanged. The studio raised PC specs for Cyberpunk 2077 and positioned Witcher 4 as a trust‑rebuilding test, promising no large DLC will accompany the main title. Co‑CEO Michał Nowakowski warned that AI‑generated low‑quality games could harm the industry, while CD Projekt Red uses AI only for internal productivity.
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The DLC 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3 is slated for release in 2027. (All four articles reference the 2027 release plan.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Witcher 4 is scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2027. (Analyst surveys cited in articles db1f64f5..., 2619af6c..., 5475113e...)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] CD Projekt Red will adopt Unreal Engine 5 for future development. (Article 2619af6c-c0e3-4e06-9bc4-d8495adfba1f explains the engine shift.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Songs of the Past is being used as a technical testbed for CD Projekt Red. (Article 2619af6c-c0e3-4e06-9bc4-d8495adfba1f describes it as an internal test field.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] CD Projekt Red's internal development team grew from 499 to 513 developers over the past year. (Article 5475113e-ba40-4cbf-8fae-6389ab3316e5 provides the figures.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Analysts expect Witcher 4 to sell 18–25 million copies in its first year. (Article db1f64f5-d002-438a-a6b2-87e24614ee9c cites analyst forecasts.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Noble Securities reported that the DLC announcement caused a volatile reaction in CD Projekt’s share price but did not threaten Witcher 4’s schedule. (Article 5475113e-ba40-4cbf-8fae-6389ab3316e5 references the Noble Securities report.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Voice actor Doug Cockle posted a studio photo indicating he is recording lines for the upcoming DLC. (Article b7390ecb-9009-4a64-a4a6-577c09079334 describes Cockle’s X post.)
Timeline
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2 days ago
[BUSINESS] 10 sourcesCD Projekt Red sets Witcher 4 release for 2027 amid Songs of the Past DLCCD Projekt Red will release the Witcher 3 DLC Songs of the Past in 2027 and expects Witcher 4 in Q4 2027, using Unreal Engine 5; analysts project 18‑25 million sales and note a volatile stock reaction.
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3 days ago
[CULTURE] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red shows progress on Witcher 3 2027 DLC with voice actor Doug CockleDoug Cockle posted a voice‑recording photo confirming work on Witcher 3's 2027 expansion “Songs of the Past,” to be unveiled at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
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12 days ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 21 sourcesCD Projekt Red to unveil Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC at Gamescom 2026CD Projekt Red will reveal the Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC at Gamescom Opening Night Live on 25 Aug 2026; the expansion launches 2027 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, co‑developed with Fool’s Theory and set
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16 days ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red's Witcher remake hits open‑world development hurdlesCD Projekt Red's remake of the first The Witcher, rebuilt with Fool’s Theory on Unreal Engine 5, faces delays as former designer Artur Ganszyniec warns the shift to an open world adds massive content work and可能
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18 days ago
[CULTURE] 3 sourcesCyberpunk 2077 Board Game Announced for 2027 ReleaseGo On Board announced a 2027 cooperative Cyberpunk 2077 board game with miniatures, mission cards and expansions, targeting 1‑4 players aged 16+, with playtime of 1‑1.5 hours.
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20 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red delays Witcher 3 DLC “Songs of the Past” to 2027CD Projekt Red pushes the Witcher 3 “Songs of the Past” DLC to 2027 to avoid GTA 6 competition, while a lead designer revisits the series’ early controversial romance‑card system.
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23 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesCyberpunk 2077 hits 40 million sales as mods revitalize gameplayCyberpunk 2077 has sold over 40 million copies worldwide, and a thriving mod community continues to enhance the game with quality‑of‑life and gameplay upgrades.
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesCyberpunk 2077 sees Steam bestseller surge and 70% discount in PolandCD Projekt RED cut Cyberpunk 2077’s Steam price by 70% in Poland, sparking a surge to over 101,000 concurrent players and a return to bestseller status, boosted by an upcoming anime season and sales promotions.
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27 days ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCyberpunk 2077 reaches 100,000 concurrent Steam players, 40 million copies soldCyberpunk 2077 logged over 100,000 concurrent Steam players and surpassed 40 million copies sold worldwide, boosted by the Edgerunners anime, a Wuthering Waves tie‑in and the Phantom Liberty expansion.
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29 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesCD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 reaches 40 million copies soldCD Projekt Red confirms Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 40 million copies worldwide, a comeback milestone driven by updates, new platforms and the Phantom Liberty expansion.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sourcesFormer Dragon Age writer David Gaider says generative AI isn’t ready for game developmentDavid Gaider, former Dragon Age lead writer, warns that generative AI is being rushed into game development, citing poor iteration, legal risks, and loss of training for junior developers.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesArtificial intelligence boosts efficiency and creativity across tech and gaming sectorsTech leaders Christel Jaekel and EA’s Laura Miele say AI improves efficiency, automates routine work and accelerates creative development, while raising verification and workforce challenges.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sourcesCD Projekt Red says full redemption after Cyberpunk 2077 remains uncertainCD Projekt Red admits it hasn't fully regained player trust after Cyberpunk 2077's buggy launch, hoping future titles like The Witcher 4 will restore confidence.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sourcesCD Projekt Red bets on The Witcher 4 and Unreal Engine 5CD Projekt Red is developing The Witcher 4 on Unreal Engine 5 for a 2027‑plus release, while pursuing a long‑term plan to add titles without sacrificing quality.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red still grappling with fallout from Cyberpunk 2077 launchCD Projekt Red's co‑CEO says the problematic 2020 launch of Cyberpunk 2077 still hurts the studio’s reputation and fan trust, casting doubt on full redemption as it prepares Witcher 4.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sourcesElectronic Arts' Laura Miele touts AI creativity as CD Projekt cautions against AI-driven game productionEA executive Laura Miele praises AI‑boosted creativity and faster prototyping, while CD Projekt co‑CEO Michał Nowakowski warns AI‑driven mass production could harm game quality.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red questions the future of fully AI‑generated video gamesCD Projekt Red’s Michał Nowakowski says AI can speed prototype creation but doubts fully AI‑built games are a sustainable or quality path, as the studio leans on human talent for upcoming titles.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sourcesCD Projekt Red seeks redemption after Cyberpunk 2077, unveils new comic and prepares Witcher 4CD Projekt Red, still rebuilding trust after Cyberpunk 2077’s troubled launch, announced a new comic series and is progressing on Witcher 4 slated for 2027.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 11 sourcesCD Projekt Red Targets Player Trust Recovery with The Witcher 4CD Projekt Red’s co‑CEO says Cyberpunk 2077’s troubled launch still haunts the studio, but hopes The Witcher 4 will restore player trust while avoiding market‑flooding and AI‑only games.
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2 months ago
[CULTURE] 2 sourcesPolish Comic Tytus, Romek & A'Tomk Gets AI‑Driven Revival; Local Studio Co‑Develops New Witcher 3 ExpansionPolish comic heroes Tytus, Romek & A'Tomk return with an AI‑themed story and upcoming animation, while Bielsko‑Biała studio Fool’s Theory joins CD Projekt RED to develop a new Witcher 3 expansion for 2027.
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2 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red: No major DLC planned for Witcher 4, but Witcher 3 expansion announced for 2027CD Projekt Red says Witcher 4 will not get major DLC, while a Witcher 3 expansion called “Songs of the Past” is set for 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X/S and PS5.
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2 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 16 sourcesCD Projekt Red Announces Witcher 3 'Songs of the Past' DLC for 2027CD Projekt Red unveiled the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion 'Songs of the Past', due in 2027 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, with details to be revealed at Gamescom.
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2 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red Makes Windows 11 Minimum for Cyberpunk 2077CD Projekt Red now requires Windows 11 for Cyberpunk 2077 (and The Witcher 3), ending Windows 10 support and enforcing TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
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2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 107 sourcesCD Projekt Red announces Witcher 3 expansion “Songs of the Past” for 2027CD Projekt Red announced the 2027 release of Witcher 3’s third expansion, Songs of the Past, co‑developed with Fool’s Theory, with new PC hardware requirements and a slight share dip.
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2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesCD Projekt marks Witcher 3’s 11th anniversary amid third‑DLC speculationCD Projekt celebrated Witcher 3’s 11th birthday but stays silent on the rumored third story DLC expected later this year.
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2 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red revamps documentation process for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2CD Projekt Red adds mandatory documentation gates to improve knowledge sharing for Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
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3 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesCD Projekt Red commemorates Witcher 2 and Witcher 3 anniversaries with muted messagesCD Projekt Red quietly marked Witcher 2's 15th and Witcher 3's 11th anniversaries, sparking fan speculation on future DLC and engine changes.
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3 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesWitcher 3 mod enables DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi‑Frame Generation on RTX 50 GPUsPureDark’s mod adds DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi‑Frame Generation to The Witcher 3, delivering up to 6× frame boost on RTX 50 GPUs, best at 3×.
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3 months ago
[CULTURE] 3 sourcesCD Projekt Red's Witcher franchise sparks new DLC rumors and 2026 game rankingsWitcher games are ranked for 2026 as CD Projekt Red eyes a possible third Witcher 3 DLC.
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