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CD Projekt Red: Witcher 3 Remaster, DLC & Witcher 4 updates

Overview

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered launched on 29 September 2026, providing a technical and gameplay overhaul for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The update, a free upgrade for existing owners, includes the ‘Hearts of Stone’ and ‘Blood and Wine’ expansions. Key improvements feature enhanced textures, vegetation, and path tracing on PC, alongside a redesigned skill tree and cross-platform mod support. Following the launch, the title saw a massive surge in popularity, with Steam concurrent players reaching a peak of 137,724 by October 5. While critics and players praised the visual presentation, the release faced technical criticism regarding a “lifeless” or “washed out” lighting system and performance stutters on PlayStation 5. In response, CD Projekt Red released Hotfix 5.00c and the major version 5.01 update to address gameplay, UI, and performance issues. To address visual criticisms regarding an intense bloom effect, a hotfix was released on October 1 targeting bloom, vegetation lighting, saturation, and path-tracing in the Velen region. On October 13, the developer released hotfix 5.01b (version 5.000.500) specifically for PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro users to improve stability. While some players reported that this patch addressed lighting inconsistencies on the base PS5, other technical issues persist, including frame rate drops, flickering shadows, texture glitches, and unresolved crashing. Newer technical challenges have emerged on PC, where the resource-intensive implementation of path tracing has caused frame rate drops in dense environments like Novigrad or Velen. Users with AMD Radeon GPUs have also reported specific issues, including black textures and visual artifacts. Additionally, some players have expressed frustration regarding the game's difficulty, specifically regarding challenging bosses and enemies. On the Nintendo Switch 2, the remaster has launched successfully, though players have been advised to utilize defensive combat mechanics to manage difficulty.

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CD Projekt RED · The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt · Geralt of Rivia · Nintendo Switch 2 · The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered

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Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    CD Projekt Red releases updates for The Witcher 3 Remastered

    CD Projekt Red has issued a PC hotfix for The Witcher 3 Remastered to fix equipment loss bugs and restore Xbox Play Anywhere functionality.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    CD Projekt Red updates The Witcher 3 with Remastered version

    CD Projekt Red has launched a major remaster of The Witcher 3, featuring enhanced graphics on PS5 Pro, technical patches for Nintendo Switch 2, and a new transmog system.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered launches on Switch 2

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, while a new graphics mod offers customizable raytracing and performance optimizations for players.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered faces performance and difficulty critiques

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered launch faces technical hurdles, including path tracing performance drops on PC and AMD GPU issues, alongside player debates regarding game difficulty.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    CD Projekt RED releases stability patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PS5

    CD Projekt RED released hotfix 5.01b for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PS5 and PS5 Pro to improve stability. A dedicated update for Nintendo Switch 2 is currently in development.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    CD Projekt RED updates The Witcher 3 Remastered to fix graphics

    CD Projekt RED is patching visual issues like excessive bloom in The Witcher 3 Remastered, while players adapt to redesigned skill trees and rebalanced abilities in the updated edition.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 12 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered hits new Steam player record

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered hit a new Steam player record of 137,724. CD Projekt RED released Patch 5.01 to improve graphics and gameplay, with a Switch 2 update currently in development.

  8. [TECHNOLOGY] 16 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered hits new Steam player record

    The Witcher 3 Remastered has hit a new Steam record of over 137,000 concurrent players. CD Projekt RED is now working on updates to fix PS5 performance, console audio, and visual issues.

  9. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    CD Projekt stock rises following Witcher 3 Remastered launch

    CD Projekt's stock rose following the successful launch of 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered', which saw high player counts and strong initial sales.

  10. [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past to feature narrative continuity

    The Witcher 3 expansion ‘Songs of the Past’, arriving in 2027, will feature story and dialogue consequences based on ‘Blood and Wine’ decisions, though previous DLCs remain optional to play.

  11. [TECHNOLOGY] 18 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered breaks Steam player records upon launch

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered has launched, breaking Steam player records with over 134,000 concurrent users and bringing technical upgrades to PC, current-gen consoles, and Nintendo Switch 2.

  12. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered sees new community mods and developer updates

    Players of The Witcher 3 Remastered are engaging with new mods, including a massive 6,000-fix overhaul called ‘Brothers In Arms’ and a humorous mod replacing gryphons with low-poly pigeons.

  13. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    The Witcher 3: Optimization tips and downgrade guides

    Players are optimizing The Witcher 3 Remastered by disabling the Bloom effect on PC and using Steam or GOG to downgrade to the classic 1.32 version.

  14. [TECHNOLOGY] 29 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered hits Steam player record amid technical debate

    The Witcher 3 Remastered has hit record Steam player counts, though players have criticized new lighting effects and technical bugs. A Switch 2 loophole also allows free digital copies via physical cartridges.

  15. [TECHNOLOGY] 141 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered breaks Steam player records upon release

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered has launched, breaking Steam player records and earning high Metacritic scores. A new expansion, ‘Songs of the Past’, is expected in 2027.

  16. [TECHNOLOGY] 22 sources
    CD Projekt Red announces The Witcher 3 Remastered release date

    CD Projekt Red will release The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on September 29, 2026, featuring graphical and gameplay upgrades for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

  17. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion music EP released

    Milan Records and CD PROJEKT RED released a music EP for the upcoming ‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past’ expansion, which is set to launch in 2027.

  18. [TECHNOLOGY] 20 sources
    CD Projekt RED announces The Witcher 3 Remastered and The Witcher 4 details

    CD Projekt RED will release The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered on September 29, 2026. The studio also shared details on The Witcher 4, focusing on deep narrative and moral choices for a 2028 release.

  19. [TECHNOLOGY] 13 sources
    The Witcher 3 Remastered visual comparison sparks fan debate

    Fans are divided over official comparison footage for The Witcher 3 Remastered, citing concerns that ray tracing and new textures may result in a visual downgrade compared to the original game.

  20. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    CD Projekt RED announces free The Witcher 3 Remastered update

    CD Projekt RED will release a free Remastered update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on September 29, 2026, featuring gameplay overhauls, improved AI, and Xbox Play Anywhere support.

  21. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    CD Projekt RED to use Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4

    CD Projekt RED is switching from its proprietary REDengine to Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4, citing a desire to focus on storytelling rather than engine development.

  22. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    CD Projekt Red announces The Witcher 3 Remastered

    CD Projekt Red announced a free remaster of The Witcher 3, set for release on September 29, 2026, featuring improved combat, animations, and Ray Tracing support.

  23. [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    CD Projekt RED announces The Witcher 3 Remastered update

    CD Projekt RED will release a free The Witcher 3 remaster on September 29, updating animations, combat behavior, and pathfinding to modernize the gameplay experience.

  24. [TECHNOLOGY] 14 sources
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered to launch September 2026

    CD PROJEKT RED announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered for release on September 29, 2026. The update offers free upgrades for existing owners and includes a new expansion arriving in 2027.

  25. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    CD Projekt Red confirms two unannounced games in active development

    CD Projekt Red has confirmed two unannounced games are in active development, alongside ongoing work on The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.

  26. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    CD Projekt anticipates revenue boost from The Witcher 3 expansion

    CD Projekt Red expects the ‘Songs of the Past’ expansion for ‘The Witcher 3’ to significantly boost 2027 revenues, following increased interest in the franchise after recent Gamescom demonstrations.

  27. [BUSINESS] 38 sources
    CD Projekt RED reports strong H1 2026 revenue and updates development roadmap

    CD Projekt RED reported a 23% revenue increase in H1 2026, driven by strong back catalog sales. The studio is prioritizing The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 while pausing The Witcher Remake development.

  28. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    The Witcher 3 expansion leads Steam wishlist gains at Gamescom 2026

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion ‘Songs of the Past’ dominated Steam wishlist gains during Gamescom 2026, followed by Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons and the free-to-play title Ananta.

  29. [TECHNOLOGY] 37 sources
    CD Projekt Red announces The Witcher 3 remaster and new expansion

    CD Projekt Red announced a The Witcher 3 remaster for September 2026, a new expansion ‘Songs of the Past’ for 2027, and confirmed Ciri as the protagonist for The Witcher 4.

  30. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    The Witcher 3 wins multiple awards at Gamescom 2026

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt won three awards at Gamescom 2026 following its new DLC reveal, while the game is set to depart Xbox Game Pass on August 31.

  31. [TECHNOLOGY] 33 sources
    CD Projekt Red confirms The Witcher 4 release window and physical edition plans

    CD Projekt Red confirmed The Witcher 4 is slated for 2028 with a physical boxed edition. The studio also announced a free The Witcher 3 Remastered on September 29 and a new expansion, Songs of the Past, for 202

  32. [TECHNOLOGY] 70 sources
    CD Projekt Red announces The Witcher 3 Remastered and new expansion

    CD Projekt Red announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered for September 29, 2026. Existing owners get a free upgrade on PC and current-gen consoles, alongside a new 2027 expansion, Songs of the Past.

  33. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Gaming industry updates: PlayStation Plus changes and The Witcher 3 remaster

    Sony and Xbox are diverging on physical media strategies as PlayStation Plus updates its game catalog and CD PROJEKT RED announces a major remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for late 2026.

  34. [TECHNOLOGY] 216 sources
    CD Projekt RED announces Witcher 4 for 2028 and Witcher 3 Remaster

    CD Projekt RED announced a 2028 target for The Witcher 4, a 2026 remaster of The Witcher 3, and a new 2027 expansion titled ‘Songs of the Past’. The studio is also partnering with Blizzard for a Battle.net 출시.

  35. [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    CD Projekt RED to reveal The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past at Gamescom 2026

    CD Projekt RED will debut a trailer for The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past at Gamescom 2026, followed by a five-day REDstreams broadcast marathon.

  36. [BUSINESS] 10 sources
    CD Projekt Red sets Witcher 4 release for 2027 amid Songs of the Past DLC

    CD 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.

  37. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red shows progress on Witcher 3 2027 DLC with voice actor Doug Cockle

    Doug 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.

  38. [TECHNOLOGY] 21 sources
    CD Projekt Red to unveil Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC at Gamescom 2026

    CD 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

  39. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red's Witcher remake hits open‑world development hurdles

    CD 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

  40. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Cyberpunk 2077 Board Game Announced for 2027 Release

    Go 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.

  41. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red delays Witcher 3 DLC “Songs of the Past” to 2027

    CD 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.

  42. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Cyberpunk 2077 hits 40 million sales as mods revitalize gameplay

    Cyberpunk 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.

  43. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Cyberpunk 2077 sees Steam bestseller surge and 70% discount in Poland

    CD 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.

  44. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Cyberpunk 2077 reaches 100,000 concurrent Steam players, 40 million copies sold

    Cyberpunk 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.

  45. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 reaches 40 million copies sold

    CD 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.

  46. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Former Dragon Age writer David Gaider says generative AI isn’t ready for game development

    David 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.

  47. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Artificial intelligence boosts efficiency and creativity across tech and gaming sectors

    Tech 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.

  48. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    CD Projekt Red says full redemption after Cyberpunk 2077 remains uncertain

    CD 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.

  49. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    CD Projekt Red bets on The Witcher 4 and Unreal Engine 5

    CD 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.

  50. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red still grappling with fallout from Cyberpunk 2077 launch

    CD 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.

  51. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Electronic Arts' Laura Miele touts AI creativity as CD Projekt cautions against AI-driven game production

    EA 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.

  52. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red questions the future of fully AI‑generated video games

    CD 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.

  53. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    CD Projekt Red seeks redemption after Cyberpunk 2077, unveils new comic and prepares Witcher 4

    CD 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.

  54. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    CD Projekt Red Targets Player Trust Recovery with The Witcher 4

    CD 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.

  55. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Polish Comic Tytus, Romek & A'Tomk Gets AI‑Driven Revival; Local Studio Co‑Develops New Witcher 3 Expansion

    Polish 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.

  56. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red: No major DLC planned for Witcher 4, but Witcher 3 expansion announced for 2027

    CD 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.

  57. [TECHNOLOGY] 16 sources
    CD Projekt Red Announces Witcher 3 'Songs of the Past' DLC for 2027

    CD 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.

  58. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red Makes Windows 11 Minimum for Cyberpunk 2077

    CD 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.

  59. [BUSINESS] 107 sources
    CD Projekt Red announces Witcher 3 expansion “Songs of the Past” for 2027

    CD 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.

  60. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    CD Projekt marks Witcher 3’s 11th anniversary amid third‑DLC speculation

    CD Projekt celebrated Witcher 3’s 11th birthday but stays silent on the rumored third story DLC expected later this year.

  61. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red revamps documentation process for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2

    CD Projekt Red adds mandatory documentation gates to improve knowledge sharing for Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.

  62. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    CD Projekt Red commemorates Witcher 2 and Witcher 3 anniversaries with muted messages

    CD Projekt Red quietly marked Witcher 2's 15th and Witcher 3's 11th anniversaries, sparking fan speculation on future DLC and engine changes.

  63. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    CD Projekt Red's Witcher franchise sparks new DLC rumors and 2026 game rankings

    Witcher games are ranked for 2026 as CD Projekt Red eyes a possible third Witcher 3 DLC.

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