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Witcher 3 Switch 2 patch rolls out today with a number of changes, including alterations to resolution and "visual clarity"
CD Projekt Red has released a new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on Nintendo Switch, addressing visual clarity and performance. The update includes adjustments to image sharpening, resolution, lighting, and adds new graphics options like Bloom and Depth of Field. This patch also fixes various gameplay, UI, and audio issues, preparing the game for the upcoming 'Songs of the Past' expansion.
The Witcher 3 Remastered 5.0.1 update out now on Nintendo Switch 2, patch notes – performance improvements new graphics settings, more
CD Projekt Red has released update version 5.0.1 for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on the Nintendo Switch 2. This update introduces significant performance and visual enhancements, including improved graphics settings, Ray Tracing, and Path Tracing. Various gameplay, UI, audio, and platform-specific fixes are also included.
Hideo Kojima returns to Night City for a Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 cameo
Hideo Kojima will reprise his role as braindance director Hideyoshi Oshima in the upcoming second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, streaming on Netflix from October 20. Kojima, who previously made a cameo in Cyberpunk 2077, teased his involvement in multiple projects, including a major anime title.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 review: "Another nova Night City story"
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 offers a compelling new narrative with an ambitious ensemble story and stunning animation, serving as a worthy follow-up to the first season. While it doesn't quite reach the heights of the original's impact, the new season successfully expands the world of Cyberpunk 2077 with distinct character arcs and impressive visual flair.
Hadar is CD Projekt RED’s “Biggest Undertaking to Date”, Now Has a “Coherent Vision”, Says Co-CEO
CD Projekt RED's co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the studio's new project, codenamed Hadar, is its "biggest undertaking to date" and now possesses a "coherent vision." While still in its concept stages with prototypes being developed in Unreal Engine, the team is growing, and the game is described as an "emotional, open-world experience," potentially expanding into future products.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator says season 1 was a "happy ending" because it could have ended "so much…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator Bartosz Sztybor views the first season's tragic finale as a "happy ending" because it could have concluded even worse for the characters. He states that while the characters are tragic, their outcome was inevitable, and he doesn't expect his worldview on the Cyberpunk setting to change for the second season, which will feature an entirely new cast.
Seeking Open-World Closure
The author reflects on their journey to finally finish Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, discussing the appeal of their vast open worlds and compelling narratives. Despite the games' demanding nature and occasional frustrations, the author finds the experiences rewarding and resonant, appreciating the depth of their storytelling and character development.
The Cyberpunk 2077 movie won't be 'a film adaptation of the game,' CD Projekt chief says
CD Projekt Red's co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 movie will not be a direct adaptation of the game's story. Instead, the project, now in partnership with Paramount Pictures, aims to tell a new story within the Cyberpunk universe, drawing inspiration from successful game-to-screen adaptations like Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Big RPGs like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 have CD Projekt Red in a "dangerous place," warns BioWare veteran, with costs and sales expectations exploding
BioWare veteran Mark Darrah expresses concern that CD Projekt Red's ambitious slate of upcoming games, including The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, places the company in a financially dangerous position. He argues that the escalating costs and sales expectations for AAA titles, exemplified by Grand Theft Auto 6, create immense pressure, requiring games to sell tens of millions of units to be profitable.
Cyberpunk 2077 movie "won't be a one-to-one translation of the game's story", CD Projekt Red boss confirms, and boy do I think that's the right move
CD Projekt Red's joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski confirmed that the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 live-action adaptation will not be a direct translation of the game's story. Instead, the film, in partnership with Paramount Pictures, will tell an original tale set within the Cyberpunk universe, similar to the approach taken with the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime.
Laying a boozy trap for a vampire lush in Witcher 3 is one of my favorite quests, but it also shows the missed…
The author highlights "The Oxenfurt Drunk" quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt as a favorite, praising its eccentric nature and the potential for more engaging investigation mechanics. The piece suggests that The Witcher 4 could benefit from deeper, player-driven deduction systems, drawing inspiration from games like Baldur's Gate 3 and Elden Ring.
Cyberpunk 2 boss says the dystopian RPG has evolved beyond his original idea, "and I look forward to sharing…
Gabe Amatangelo, director of Cyberpunk 2, states that the game's vision is evolving beyond his initial ideas as more people contribute to its development. He emphasizes empowering the team and embracing diverse interpretations of the cyberpunk genre. While Cyberpunk 2 is progressing with over 180 developers, the studio's current focus is on The Witcher 4.
The Live-Action Cyberpunk 2077 Movie Won't Retrace the Game's Steps, CD Projekt Confirms
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the upcoming live-action Cyberpunk 2077 movie will not be a direct adaptation of the game's story. Instead, the film will explore a new narrative within the established Cyberpunk 2077 universe.
CD Projekt Red says its mysterious Hadar game is its "biggest project to date", but even after "several good years" it's seemingly a long way off
CD Projekt Red's upcoming game, codenamed Hadar, is described as its biggest project to date, though it is still in the early stages of development and not yet in pre-production. Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the team has a clear vision for the world and key elements, and is currently developing prototypes and testing gameplay mechanics using Unreal Engine. While other projects like The Witcher 4 are further along, Hadar represents an entirely new intellectual property for the studio.
CD Projekt Red hints that the live-action Cyberpunk movie will be an original story: "We definitely don't want…
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski has stated that the upcoming Cyberpunk movie will tell an original story within the game's universe, rather than adapting the game's plot directly. This approach is seen as beneficial, drawing parallels to the success of the original story in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. A release date is not expected for several years.
Cyberpunk 2 Director Had An “Idea in the Beginning,” But “It Evolves As I Involve More People”
Gabe Amatangelo, game director for Cyberpunk 2, shared that his initial ideas for the sequel have evolved significantly as more people have become involved in the development process. He emphasized that the final product will be a reflection of the entire team's collective vision. The game is currently in pre-production, with CD Projekt RED aiming to expand its development team.
CD Projekt Has Officially Begun Work on Project Hadar, but It's Not in Pre-Production Yet
CD Projekt Red has completed the world vision stage for its new intellectual property, Project Hadar. Development has officially begun on turning these concepts into a video game, marking a new phase for the studio's upcoming title.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker’s Time Limit Isn’t Restrictive: It’s Freeing
The Blood of Dawnwalker's 30-day time limit is not restrictive but freeing, according to the author, who struggles with chronic fatigue. The game's design, by former CD Projekt Red staffers at Rebel Wolves, encourages players to prioritize activities rather than attempt to complete everything, offering a more manageable and engaging experience compared to overwhelming open-world titles like Cyberpunk 2077.
On top of The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, CD Projekt Red boss says Project Hadar is the studio's "biggest undertaking to date" – and they've finally finished building its world
CD Projekt Red's joint studio CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that Project Hadar, the studio's first fully proprietary IP, is its biggest undertaking to date and has completed its world-building phase. While not yet in pre-production, small prototypes and gameplay elements are being tested, indicating significant progress on the ambitious new title.
Cyberpunk 2 Is Going to Be More Immersive & Larger in Scale
CD Projekt Red's Vice President and Game Director Gabe Amatangelo discussed the development of Cyberpunk 2, codenamed Project Orion, emphasizing a collaborative approach to make the game larger and more immersive. He highlighted the evolution of his initial vision through team input and the exploration of the 'cyberpunk' theme. The sequel is expected by 2030, with pre-production starting in May 2025.
