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The Witcher 3's expansion reveal is scheduled for next month
CD Projekt Red announced that the new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled The Witcher: Crimson Path, will be revealed at Gamescom's Opening Night Live on August 25. The expansion, co-developed with Fool's Theory, is scheduled for a 2027 release and is described as being similar in size to the Blood and Wine expansion. CD Projekt Red also mentioned other content for The Witcher 3 is in advanced production for release this year.
CD Projekt Red says The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, Geralt's first expansion in a decade, will get a proper…
CD Projekt Red will reveal new information about The Witcher 3's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, during Gamescom 2026, including a guided presentation and details on the Opening Night Live stream. The expansion, developed in part by Fool's Theory, is slated for a 2027 release and marks Geralt's first major addition in over a decade.
Original Witcher dev says remaking it as an open world won't be easy: 'As a player, I might be happy about that, but as a designer, I'm starting to get gray'
Original Witcher designer Artur Ganszyniec discussed the challenges of remaking the first game as an open-world RPG. He explained that the linear design of the original allowed for precise player event triggering, a luxury not afforded in open-world titles. Ganszyniec, who also consulted on The Thaumaturge for Fool's Theory (the studio developing the remake), expressed that while he might enjoy an open-world Witcher as a player, the design complexities make him apprehensive.
OG CD Projekt dev says The Witcher remake can't be open-world because "the pace and scale of the entire…
Original The Witcher lead story designer Artur Ganszyniec believes the upcoming remake should not be open-world, arguing that it would fundamentally change the game's pace and scale. He suggests that a more focused, linear design better preserves the original's narrative power and deliberate pacing, questioning the profitability of endlessly expanding open worlds.
The Witcher Remake’s Open World Will Need Changes for Pacing, Says Original’s Lead Story Designer
Artur Ganszyniec, the original lead story designer for The Witcher, believes the upcoming remake's transition to an open-world structure will require significant adjustments to narrative pacing. He highlights how the original game's linear design allowed for precise control over story beats, a challenge that will need careful consideration in the remake developed by Fool's Theory using Unreal Engine 5.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that older games are just as relevant as new ones
The upcoming 2027 expansion for The Witcher 3, 'Songs of the Past,' highlights a growing trend of developers revisiting older games with new content. This phenomenon is driven by a plateau in technological advancement, making older titles still feel relevant, and a rising sentimentality within the industry, with studios paying homage to classics that inspired them.
CD Projekt Believes Its “Redemption Arc” is Incomplete, Wants to Win Back Fans With The Witcher 4
CD Projekt RED's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the company's redemption arc following Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch is not yet complete, despite significant improvements and the success of the Phantom Liberty expansion. He expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, will fully regain lost fan trust. The company plans to focus on developing high-quality games rather than releasing many titles annually, with The Witcher 4 not expected before 2027.
CD Projekt Red boss believes some fans were forever burned by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: 'I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people indefinitely'
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077 permanently alienated some players, despite the game's eventual redemption through patches and the Phantom Liberty expansion. He hopes future titles like The Witcher 4 will help regain lost trust. The studio aims to become a more prolific developer without releasing a major title annually.
The Witcher Co-op Game in Development for PC and Mobile – Rumor
A rumor suggests CD Projekt RED is developing a free-to-play co-op game set in The Witcher universe for PC, iOS, and Android. The title, reportedly set in the year 1230, will feature players taking on monster contracts with skill-based combat and potion brewing. CD Projekt RED is also working with Fool's Theory on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion 'Songs of the Past,' which has been delayed to a 2027 release.
The Witcher 3’s new expansion will miss 2026, but Geralt is heading to Gamescom
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, a new expansion for the 2015 RPG, will be delayed to 2027. The expansion, co-developed with Fool's Theory, was previously slated for 2026 and will be showcased at Gamescom 2026. It is described as a full expansion rather than a small DLC, promising a new adventure for Geralt on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past – What You Need to Know
CD Projekt Red has announced "Songs of the Past," a new expansion for the eleven-year-old game The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The expansion is slated for a 2027 release and will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, requiring SSDs and DirectX 12. Developed in collaboration with Fool's Theory, it promises a new story and region, with CD Projekt Red's Michał Nowakowski comparing its scope to the "Hearts of Stone" expansion. Geralt will be the playable protagonist, and the expansion may explore his past and potentially set up future stories for Ciri.
The Witcher 3 Is Getting Another Expansion. Should You Restart?
CD Projekt Red and Fools Theory announced "Songs of the Past," a new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, targeting PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for a 2027 release. The article discusses the potential time commitment for players to reach the new content, considering the base game and existing expansions, and advises different player types on whether to restart the game.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Has Around 190 Developers, Mostly From Fool’s Theory
CD Projekt RED has announced that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, is in advanced production with approximately 190 developers, primarily from Fool's Theory. This expansion is expected to be comparable in scale to Blood and Wine and is slated for release in 2027 on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. CD Projekt RED is providing creative oversight to ensure the quality of the Witcher experience.
The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past is being made by as many people as made The Witcher 3 - potentially even more
CD Projekt Red's expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, is being developed by a surprisingly large team of approximately 190 individuals, primarily from co-developer Fool's Theory. While CD Projekt Red provides creative oversight, their direct involvement appears minimal, with only around 19 developers assigned to the project. The expansion is expected to feature a new region and will align in scope with the Blood and Wine expansion.
CD Projekt begins "most intensive phase" of Witcher 4, expands team to over 500 devs
CD Projekt has entered the most intensive phase of The Witcher 4 development, with a team of 513 developers working on the project. The company plans to release three new Witcher games over six years, with The Witcher 4 being the first. An upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3, titled Songs of the Past, has been delayed to 2025 to ensure a high-quality player experience.
Former Destiny 2 boss praises new The Witcher 3 DLC, says "half a generation of players weren't of age"…
CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past, an expansion set to release next year for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Former Bungie executive Mark Noseworthy praised the move, noting that a new generation of players will be able to experience the franchise. The expansion is being developed by Fool's Theory, which is also working on the remake of The Witcher 1.
CD Projekt Red says The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past expansion was supposed to launch this year, but a delay to 2027…
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, has been delayed from its original 2024 release to 2027. The studio believes this extended development time will ensure the best possible consumer experience. A presentation of the expansion is planned for Gamescom 2026, though it will not be a hands-on demo.
Witcher 3 surpasses 65m lifetime sales as CD Projekt announces third expansion
CD Projekt announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million lifetime sales, with its upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, expected in 2027. The company reported a slight 6% increase in overall revenue for Q1, driven by a 36% rise in Witcher IP revenue, while Cyberpunk IP revenue declined. CD Projekt also highlighted its shift to parallel development on multiple projects and the success of including its titles on Xbox Game Pass.
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 Originally Slated for 2026, Out in 2027 for “Best Possible Result”
CD Projekt has delayed the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, from its original 2026 target to 2027. This decision was made to ensure the best possible consumer experience. The expansion is being co-developed by Fool's Theory and is expected to be comparable in scale to the Blood and Wine expansion.
