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The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that older games are just as relevant as new onesThe 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 4CD 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 – RumorA 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 GamescomCD 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 KnowCD 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 TheoryCD 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 moreCD 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 devsCD 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 expansionCD 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.
CD Projekt Red Explains Why The New Witcher 3 Expansion Was Delayed To 2027, Talks Size And Whether It’s A PrologueCD 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.
'Proper big': The Witcher 3's new expansion will be 'closer to Blood and Wine' in scopeCD Projekt has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will be a 'proper big expansion' with a scope closer to Blood and Wine. The studio clarified that it is not a DLC, distinguishing it from smaller, free content. Songs of the Past is slated for a 2027 release, with further details expected at Gamescom.
The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past was once intended to launch this year, CD Projekt Red reveals, so the rumours were correctCD 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 DownCD 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.
- Witcher 3’s Songs Of The Past Is An Expansion, Not DLC, CD Projekt Red InsistsCD 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.