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Witcher 4 Release Window Narrowed Down, As Dev Teases “A Surprise Or Two” At Gamescom About Other Things
CD Projekt Red has indicated that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release, with over 500 developers currently working on the project. While no Witcher 4 news is expected at Gamescom, the company will showcase The Witcher 3's new Songs of the Past DLC and tease "a surprise or two." This title will be the first in a new trilogy of Witcher games planned for release within a six-year window.
The Blood of Dawnwalker will add Performance Mode in a Day 1 patch
Rebel Wolves has announced that The Blood of Dawnwalker will receive a Day 1 patch adding a Performance Mode that targets 60 frames per second on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game will also feature Quality and Balance modes targeting 30 and 40 FPS respectively, with Xbox Series S targeting 30 FPS. The open-world vampire game is set to launch on September 3 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Devs Heard Your 60fps Requests And Have Good News For Console Players
Developer Rebel Wolves has confirmed that The Blood of Dawnwalker will feature a 60fps Performance Mode on PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X, available via a day-one patch. The game will also offer Balanced (40fps) and Quality (30fps) modes on these consoles, while the Xbox Series S will target 30fps. The studio, which includes former The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077 developers, responded to player feedback requesting higher frame rates.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 predictions: 5 games we'd like to see
This article predicts five games that could be featured at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, including potential reveals or updates for Fable, The Witcher 4, Resident Evil Veronica, Hideo Kojima's OD, and Persona 6. It also mentions confirmed trailers for Silent Hill Townfall and Gears of War: E-Day.
Gamescom 2026: Seven Games at the Top of Our Watchlist
Gamescom 2026 is set to feature major announcements and gameplay reveals for highly anticipated titles. Highlights include updates on Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt DLC, Microsoft's Fable and Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Persona 4 Revival, Daniel Mullins' next project Pony Island 2: Panda Circus, and the real-time strategy game Game of Thrones: War for Westeros.
The Witcher 4 is Targeting a 2028 Launch: “Our Biggest, Boldest, Most Ambitious Game to Date”
CD Projekt RED has announced that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window, with Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski describing it as the studio's most ambitious game to date. While an exact date is not set, the studio aims to deliver a deep and impactful story. In the interim, more details on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, will be revealed at Gamescom.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Studio Confirms Daily Gamescom REDstreams With “Game Previews”
CD Projekt RED will feature "game previews" during its daily REDstreams at Gamescom from August 26th to 30th, celebrating five years of the broadcast. While the expansion "Songs of the Past" for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is confirmed for a 2027 release, the developer may also tease upcoming titles like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
Cyberpunk 2077 Goes Off-Screen: CD Projekt Red Teams With Rebelhorn on Real Motorcycle Jackets
CD Projekt Red has partnered with motorcycle apparel company Rebelhorn to create official Cyberpunk 2077-themed motorcycle jackets. The collection includes two jackets, the Draxter Samurai and Draxter Militech, featuring protective gear and a design inspired by the game's aesthetic. A Cyberpunk Edgerunners jacket is also planned, though its design is currently unknown.
Highly Anticipated RPG Won’t Support 60 FPS on PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro
The upcoming open-world action RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves, will not feature a 60 FPS performance mode on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. Console versions will offer a 30 FPS Quality mode targeting 4K and a 40 FPS Performance mode requiring a 120Hz display. The game is set to release on September 3, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
After over 1,000 hours in Cyberpunk 2077, I'm convinced the Nomads are the best group and lifepath in the RPG
After over 1,000 hours in Cyberpunk 2077, the author argues that the Nomad lifepath and its associated faction, the Aldecaldos, offer the most satisfying role-playing experience. The article highlights the Aldecaldos' strong sense of found family and their crucial, albeit often unseen, role in Night City's ecosystem, contrasting them with the city's more ruthless elements.
"The lines between redemption and revenge will blur", promises Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2's latest trailer as the series locks in a late October release
The second season of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, a collaboration between CD Projekt Red and Netflix, is set to premiere on October 20th. A new trailer teases a story of revenge and redemption, following four new characters navigating the dangerous world of Night City. The series aims to deliver action and emotional drama, potentially drawing players back to Cyberpunk 2077.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is dragging us back to Night City this October
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 will premiere on Netflix on October 20, 2026, featuring a new standalone story set in Night City. The anime, a collaboration between CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger, will explore themes of revenge and redemption with an entirely new cast, distinct from the original series' protagonist David Martinez.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Finally Has A Release Date, And Netflix Has More Anime On The Way
Netflix has announced an October 20 release date for the second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, a popular anime spin-off of CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077. The streaming service also revealed release windows for other upcoming anime series, including Blue Eye Samurai Season 2, Lego One Piece, Bass X Machina, Sakamoto Days Season 2, Fool Night, and The One Piece.
15 Massive Gamescom 2026 Announcements That Could Steal the Show
Gamescom 2026 is set to feature major announcements from various publishers and developers, including Xbox, Nintendo, and Bandai Namco. Anticipated reveals include potential updates for Final Fantasy 7 Remake, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Cyberpunk 2077, Metro 2039, and a rumored Xbox sequel.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners welcomes us back to Night City with high-octane season 2 trailer and Netflix release date
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is set to premiere on Netflix on October 20, featuring a new trailer and an anthology-style narrative. The upcoming season introduces a new cast of characters, including Weak Kingsley voiced by Clancy Brown, and explores new storylines within Night City, distinct from the first season's protagonists.
The Witcher 3's Songs of the Past DLC may feature a festival the RPG series has never seen, as new CD Projekt Red…
New artwork from CD Projekt Red's Gamescom booth for The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, suggests the game may feature the in-universe Belleteyn festival. This fertility festival, previously only mentioned in the game, is significant as it aligns with the birthdays of Yennefer and Ciri. The DLC is slated for a 2027 release.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Exits Xbox Game Pass August 31 — And The Timing Is Odd
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on August 31, 2026, after a six-month tenure on the service. This departure is considered unusual, especially with new DLC planned for the game. CD Projekt Red may be encouraging direct purchases ahead of the upcoming expansion, though players can utilize cross-save functionality to continue their progress on other platforms.
Five Games Exit Xbox Game Pass On August 31 — Including The Witcher 3 Remastered
Five games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Edition, will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on August 31. Microsoft confirmed the departures, which are typical for subscription services as contracts expire and new titles are added. NBA 2K26 will also leave on September 6.
The Witcher 3 NPCs Kept Dropping Their Babies Due to an Unintended Side Effect of a Cut Mechanic
An unintended side effect of a cut mechanic in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt caused female NPCs to repeatedly drop their babies. This bug, stemming from the developers' focus on creating a realistic environment, resulted in a morbidly humorous glitch.
The Witcher 3 devs tried to give NPCs "fear reactions" but it got cut after a few horrifying weeks when "women were just dropping their babies, left and right"
CD Projekt Red developers on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt implemented an NPC fear reaction system that was ultimately cut due to unintended consequences. The system caused female NPCs to drop their babies when reacting to fear, leading to its removal after only a few weeks of testing. This feature was part of an effort to make NPCs feel more alive and reactive to the player in the game's world.
