Songs of the Past
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The Witcher 3's story director says an ideal quest is 'constructed in such a way that the player puts the controller away, stands up, and starts walking'
The Witcher 3's story director, Marcin Blacha, shared his philosophy on creating impactful quests, emphasizing that meaningful choices should make players pause and think deeply. He stated that ideal quests are not obvious and carry significant weight, often prompting players to step away from the controller to consider their decisions. Blacha also confirmed that the upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, will feature difficult choices that may lead to player regret.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’s Songs of the Past Expansion Couldn’t Happen Without The Remaster
The development of the 'Songs of the Past' expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is intrinsically linked to the game's upcoming Remastered version, according to Fool's Theory director Jakub Rokosz. Enhancements from the remaster, particularly visual upgrades, were essential for creating the new region of Letten. The expansion will delve deeper into the character of Dandelion, exploring his past and family struggles, which were not fully explored in the base game due to its focus on Ciri and Geralt's relationship.
Everything announced at today's Nintendo Direct — from a new 2D Metroid game to a surprise Mario Kart World…
The latest Nintendo Direct showcased a plethora of new games and updates for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights include a new 2D Metroid title, Metroid Ravenous, and an open-world Kirby game called Kirby and the World Beyond. Numerous ports, DLCs, and remasters were also announced for various franchises including Monster Hunter, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, and Mario Kart World.
CD Projekt Red sees profit climb 37% in H1 2026
CD Projekt Red reported a 37% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching $66.7 million. The company detailed a three-year release plan including a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and a new expansion, alongside strong sales for both The Witcher and Cyberpunk franchises. Licensing is also becoming a more significant revenue stream.
The Witcher 4 Studio Co-CEO Says Console Prices Are “An Objective Challenge,” But “Content is King”
CD Projekt RED co-CEO Michał Nowakowski acknowledges that rising console prices present an "objective challenge" but believes content remains king and players will find ways to access games. He expressed confidence that consoles are essential for reaching a broad audience and that the company will adapt its business models regardless of future hardware generations.
The Witcher 3 Remastered won't scrap saves or achievements from the OG RPG as CD Projekt Red confirms it'll…
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 3 Remastered will allow players to carry over their existing save files and unlocked achievements from the original game. This news has been met with positive reactions from fans eager to continue their progress without starting over.
The Witcher 4 narrative lead also wanted Geralt as the protagonist at first, but he "will always have an important…
Philipp Weber, narrative lead for The Witcher 4, addressed fan concerns about Geralt not being the main protagonist, stating that Geralt will always have an important role. Weber acknowledged that he initially felt the same way but emphasized CD Projekt Red's commitment to proving Ciri will be a worthy main character. The upcoming game is slated for release in 2028, with The Witcher 3 Remastered and the Songs of the Past expansion also mentioned.
The Witcher 3 hasn't had an expansion in 10 years because "good things take time" and Songs of the Past was dead for a while, says CD Projekt Red dev
CD Projekt Red quest designer Philipp Weber discussed the long development of The Witcher 3's expansion, Songs of the Past, revealing it was conceptualized years ago but had to be put aside. Fool's Theory is now developing the expansion, which will take players to Dandelion's home in Letten.
CD Projekt Red to distribute The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt on Blizzard's Battle.net
CD Projekt Red and Blizzard Entertainment have formed a business partnership that will begin with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered being distributed on Blizzard's Battle.net platform starting September 29. The partnership will also include the upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, next year, and a themed cosmetic skin for Geralt of Rivia in Diablo IV for those who purchase the expansion through Blizzard's store.
The Witcher 3 remaster arrives in September, with the brand-new expansion coming in 2027
CD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered will launch on September 29, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring significant upgrades to visuals, performance, and gameplay mechanics. A new paid expansion, Songs of the Past, is scheduled for release in 2027, sending Geralt to the new region of Letten. Additionally, owners of The Witcher 3 will receive the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions for free.
The Witcher 3 Remastered utannonserat – och en första titt på Songs of the Past
A remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be released next month as a free update for PC and current-gen console owners, featuring improved graphics and gameplay mechanics. Additionally, the expansion 'Songs of the Past' was revealed, introducing a new region and quests, and will launch in 2027.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Launches September 29, Expansions Free — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
CD Projekt RED announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, a free upgrade for existing owners launching September 29, 2026, with visual and gameplay improvements. The game's expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, are now free for all owners. The new paid expansion, Songs of the Past, is coming in 2027, with The Witcher 4 planned for 2028. The Witcher 3 will also be available on Battle.net, including a collaboration with Diablo 4.
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased a variety of new titles and updates, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's free remaster and upcoming expansion stealing the spotlight. The event also featured reveals for Nodusfall, Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Metro 2039, and numerous other games from both established and emerging studios, highlighting a strong international presence. Host Geoff Keighley acknowledged the industry's current challenges, including layoffs and hardware price increases, while celebrating developers' continued innovation.
Blizzard and CD Projekt Red team up for Diablo 4 Geralt skin and The Witcher 3 on Battle.net
Blizzard Entertainment and CD Projekt Red have announced a collaboration that will bring The Witcher 3: Remastered and its expansion 'Songs of the Past' to Blizzard's Battle.net launcher. Pre-ordering the expansion will grant players a Geralt of Rivia-inspired skin in Diablo 4. Both companies expressed excitement for the partnership, with more details expected at BlizzCon.
The Witcher 3 Remastered announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Songs of the Past expansion confirmed
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will be released on September 29, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring visual and gameplay enhancements. Additionally, a new paid expansion titled 'Songs of the Past' is slated for release in 2027, introducing a new region, quests, and story.
“Confirmed!” — CD Projekt Red Says Songs of the Past Will Bring More Gwent, and The Witcher 3 Fans Are Losing It
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the upcoming 'Songs of the Past' expansion will include more Gwent content, exciting fans of the card game that originated in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. This expansion, slated for 2027, is described as a full story add-on and a prologue, with further details expected at gamescom 2026. The studio also reiterated that The Witcher 4 is still on track for a 2028 release window.
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.
The Witcher 3 minimum PC requirements rise significantly ahead of new expansion, forcing you to use Windows 11 and an SSD
CD Projekt Red has significantly increased the minimum PC system requirements for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, requiring Windows 11 and an SSD for future updates and the upcoming 'Songs of the Past' expansion. This change reflects evolving hardware capabilities and software support, with the developer ceasing support for older operating systems and traditional hard drives.
