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The Witcher 3 has sold more than 65 million copies
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million copies sold worldwide. This milestone follows CD Projekt RED's announcement of a new expansion, 'Songs of the Past,' scheduled for release in 2027.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past is similar in scope to Blood & Wine and will be "a trip down memory lane"…
CD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, will be a significant piece of content featuring Geralt as the protagonist before Ciri takes over in The Witcher 4. Developed in tandem with Fool's Theory, the expansion is slated for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and is expected to offer 20-30 hours of gameplay, similar in scope to Blood and Wine.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Akin to Blood and Wine in Scope, New Sword is “Very Important”
CD Projekt RED has revealed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, will be comparable in scope to the Blood and Wine expansion. Community managers Laura Beitzel and Amelia Korzycka hinted at significant story elements tied to a specific sword and the Belleteyn festival. The expansion is slated for release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with more details expected at Gamescom in August.
The Witcher 4 Receiving an Expansion “Would Be Difficult” as CD Projekt Reaffirms Trilogy Plans
CD Projekt Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that expansions for The Witcher 4 are unlikely due to ambitious plans for a trilogy to be released within six years. The company is prioritizing the development of The Witcher 5 and The Witcher 6 following the initial release of The Witcher 4.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Isn’t a Witcher 4 “Prologue”, “Guided Demo” Possible for Gamescom
CD Projekt has clarified that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past is not a direct prologue to The Witcher 4, but rather a substantial expansion designed to reignite interest in the franchise. The expansion, similar in scope to Blood and Wine, is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. A "guided demo" is expected at Gamescom, with pricing details to be revealed later.
CD Projekt Red Explains Why The New Witcher 3 Expansion Was Delayed To 2027, Talks Size And Whether It’s A Prologue
CD Projekt Red has delayed the "Songs of the Past" expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt from 2026 to 2027, citing a desire to achieve the highest quality comparable to "Blood and Wine." The expansion will be a full-sized release, not a smaller DLC, and will launch exclusively for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, leading to increased minimum system requirements. While described as "in a way" a prologue to The Witcher 4, its primary goal is to offer a new adventure for existing fans.
Don't expect a Witcher 4 expansion: CDPR says "it would be difficult" to make extra content when it's already trying to squeeze 3 Witcher games into 6 years
CD Projekt Red has stated that it is unlikely to develop major expansions for the upcoming Witcher 4 and its sequels, due to ambitious plans to release three games within six years. Studio co-CEO Michał Nowakowski indicated that creating add-ons would be difficult given the tight development schedule, contrasting with the extensive expansions released for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
After Witcher 3's new expansion, CD Projekt Red teases more "unannounced projects" are at "advanced stages of development" and could release this year
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that several unannounced projects are in advanced stages of development, with some potentially releasing this year or next. This includes the previously revealed Witcher 3 expansion, Songs of the Past, set for 2027, alongside other known titles like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk Orion. The studio also hinted at a non-gaming project, possibly a media tie-in.
The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past was once intended to launch this year, CD Projekt Red reveals, so the rumours were correct
CD Projekt Red has officially announced that The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion has been delayed to 2027 to ensure the best possible result for consumers. Originally planned for this year, the expansion is being co-developed by Fool's Theory and is described as a prologue of sorts to The Witcher 4. The company also confirmed plans to release three new Witcher games within six years, with The Witcher 4 being the first.
The Witcher 3’s Incredible Sales Streak Still Hasn’t Slowed Down
CD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold over 65 million units globally, marking a significant increase in sales over the past year. The company also provided updates on its development teams, with The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 seeing increased staffing, while a new expansion for The Witcher 3, titled Songs of the Past, is slated for release in 2027.
The Witcher 3's New Expansion Will Be Fully Revealed at Gamescom in August
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will receive its full reveal at Gamescom in August 2026. The expansion is slated for a 2027 release and may hint at connections to the future The Witcher 4 game. The article also mentions previous gameplay adjustments made for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition on PlayStation 5.
CD Projekt Red reveals huge The Witcher 3 sales milestone, which helps explain why a third expansion is in development 11 years later
CD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold over 65 million units worldwide. This significant sales milestone is a key factor in the decision to develop a third expansion for the game, titled "Songs of the Past," which is currently in advanced development. The company also referenced the upcoming "The Witcher 4," suggesting the new expansion could serve as an introduction to the franchise for new players.
CD Projekt Teases Size and Story of New The Witcher 3 Expansion Songs of the Past
CD Projekt Red has provided the first story details for the upcoming third expansion to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past. The developer teased narrative elements for the new content.
While we wait for the new Witcher 3 DLC, here are the 7 best game expansions to play in 2026
This list ranks the seven best downloadable content expansions for video games, including titles like The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article highlights how these expansions enhance their base games with new stories, areas, and gameplay mechanics.
Witcher 3’s Songs Of The Past Is An Expansion, Not DLC, CD Projekt Red Insists
CD Projekt Red is clarifying that "Songs of the Past," a new content addition for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is an expansion rather than DLC. The developer distinguishes expansions as major gameplay additions with new stories and characters, while DLCs are typically smaller, free content like cosmetic items. This expansion, set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, is being developed in partnership with Fool's Theory, who are also working on a remake of the original Witcher game.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past's official artwork appears to feature a sword CD Projekt Red teased not so long ago
Artwork for The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, an upcoming expansion co-developed by CD Projekt Red and Fool's Theory, appears to feature a sword previously teased by CD Projekt Red in an illustration shared in April. Fans speculate this sword will hold significance in the expansion, which is scheduled for a 2027 release and will feature Geralt of Rivia before Ciri's adventures in The Witcher 4.
That sword Geralt unsheaths in The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past expansion artwork? We've seen it before
Artwork for the upcoming The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, features a distinctive sword that has previously appeared in CD Projekt Red's 'Belleteyn' artwork released a month prior. This suggests a deliberate connection, possibly hinting at the expansion's setting or narrative significance. While the sword bears resemblance to Ciri's weapon from The Witcher 4, detailed comparisons indicate they are different, leaving its exact identity and importance open to speculation.
The Witcher 3's New Songs of the Past Expansion Could Be as Big as Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
CD Projekt Red has clarified that the upcoming 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be a full expansion, comparable in scope to Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. This new content, expected in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, is being developed by Fool's Theory with assistance from CD Projekt Red and is projected to offer a substantial amount of new gameplay.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past is an expansion and not DLC, says CD Projekt Red, teasing a "major" release…
CD Projekt Red has clarified that 'Songs of the Past,' a new content release for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is an expansion rather than DLC. Community manager Marcin Łukaszewski explained that expansions are major content additions with significant gameplay, while DLCs are smaller, free pieces of content. Associate game director Paweł Sasko also shared a video emphasizing this distinction.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Reveal Confirmed for August at Gamescom
CD Projekt RED has confirmed that details for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, will be revealed in August at Gamescom. The expansion, co-developed by Fool's Theory, promises a new adventure for players and may offer clues about the release of The Witcher 4. The Witcher 3 has recently surpassed 65 million units sold.