The Witcher 3: Hearts of Stone
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Brand-New Hit PS5 RPG Half Price on PS Store With Expansions
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players can purchase The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered for 50% off on the PlayStation Store until October 8, 2026. The sale price is $24.99, down from $49.99, and includes all DLC and expansions like Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. Existing owners are eligible for a free upgrade.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past's setting "felt like a really natural way to go", CD Projekt Red story director says, while parrying my attempts to breach the DLC's guard
CD Projekt Red story director Marcin Blacha discussed the setting and narrative direction for The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion. He explained that the new region, Letten, Geralt's friend Dandelion's homeland, was chosen for its natural fit in telling new stories and exploring character dynamics. Blacha remained tight-lipped about the specific nature of the new threat Geralt will face.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Will Have Differences if You Finish Blood and Wine First
The upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will feature story differences based on whether players have completed the Blood and Wine expansion. Developer Fool's Theory confirmed that while players can start the new content after the base game, choices and dialogue will reflect prior expansion completion. The expansion, set to release in 2027, aims to explore Geralt's relationship with Dandelion.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past plays out differently if you've finished the RPG's second expansion, but devs…
Fool's Theory, a partner studio to CD Projekt Red, has confirmed that the upcoming expansion 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will not require players to have completed the game's previous expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. Creative vision director Karolina Kuzia-Rokosz stated that the new content will adapt to the player's progress, allowing immediate access after finishing the main story, though dialogue and consequences will reflect whether the second expansion was completed.
Nearly 120,000 Players Return to The Witcher 3 on Steam
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has achieved a new peak of nearly 120,000 concurrent players on Steam following the release of its Remastered edition. This free update for existing owners, which also includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions, has brought a significant number of players back to the 11-year-old RPG.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Strategy Guide
This strategy guide for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt provides comprehensive information on romancing characters, walkthroughs for quests, and locations for finding the best gear, including Witcher sets. It covers the base game and its expansions, as well as improvements made in the remastered version and cross-save functionality between PC and Nintendo Switch.
The Witcher 3 Remastered launches to record player numbers
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered has achieved record-breaking player numbers on Steam following its free upgrade launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The remaster, co-developed by CD Projekt Red and Yigsoft, features graphical and gameplay overhauls and includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions. This renewed interest sets the stage for future installments like The Witcher 4.
The Witcher 3 surges to its highest Steam concurrent player-count ever, following Remastered edition's release
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has achieved its highest-ever concurrent player count on Steam, with nearly 120,000 players engaging with the game following the release of its Remastered edition. This surge surpasses previous peaks, including its initial launch and the next-gen update.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past can be played without the other expansions, but it will know if you do
The upcoming 'Songs of the Past' DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, developed by Fool's Theory and CD Projekt Red, will be playable even if players haven't completed the previous expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. However, the game will acknowledge player choices from those expansions in dialogue and story consequences. The DLC is set to release in 2027 and continues Geralt's story after his retirement.
The Witcher 3 Remastered launch trailer – acclaimed RPG returns on Nintendo Switch 2
CD Projekt Red has released a new launch trailer for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, which is now available on Nintendo Switch. This version features upgraded graphics, gameplay improvements, and includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions. It is a free upgrade for existing owners of the original Nintendo Switch game.
All versions of The Witcher 3 "that exist in the world" will be upgraded with the free Remastered edition today
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that all existing versions of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a free upgrade to the Remastered edition today. This update includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions by default and brings significant graphical and gameplay enhancements across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with specific improvements for Nintendo Switch.
Video: The Witcher 3 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 graphics comparison
A new comparison video highlights the graphical and performance upgrades of The Witcher 3 Remastered on the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2 compared to the original Nintendo Switch. The Switch 2 version achieves up to 40 FPS, a common 1080p resolution when docked, and features improvements to textures, vegetation, and lighting.
The Witcher 3 Remastered is the perfect excuse to get back on the Path, even if it looks a bit too colorful
The Witcher 3 Remastered offers a free upgrade for owners of the base game, enhancing visuals and combat with a more colorful and vibrant aesthetic. While the improved lighting and more fluid combat are praised, the increased saturation detracts from the original's gritty atmosphere, making some elements appear too cartoonish. Despite these visual criticisms, the remaster significantly improves gameplay mechanics and is considered a worthwhile experience, especially as a prelude to the upcoming 'Songs of the Past'.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is really just polishing perfection
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's Remastered Edition significantly enhances the decade-old RPG with visual upgrades, including reworked lighting and ray tracing, alongside substantial gameplay tweaks. CD Projekt Red has refined combat, the skill tree, UI, and enemy AI, aiming to present the game in its best possible state. While minor issues like dialogue volume inconsistency persist, the overall polish makes the game feel fresh and compelling, reigniting the desire to replay its vast world.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered review - better than ever, bugs and all
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered offers a significant graphical and gameplay overhaul, keeping the acclaimed quest design and characters intact. While the improvements are substantial and free for existing owners, the remaster retains many of the original game's bugs and glitches, particularly with Geralt's horse Roach and occasional visual oddities. Despite these persistent issues, the enhanced visuals and refined combat make it an excellent way to experience or revisit this legendary action RPG.
Songs of The Past DLC Details for Witcher 3 Revealed
The upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled 'Songs of the Past,' is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed collaboratively by CD Projekt Red and Fool's Theory, this DLC will feature a choice-based narrative where players control Geralt in the new region of Letten, facing a supernatural plot alongside Dandelion. The expansion will introduce a new weapon called the Chain and will be free for all owners of the base game.
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CD Projekt Red discussed the extensive two-year development process behind the Chimera Tank boss fight in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. Creative and art directors highlighted the complex balancing of gameplay, narrative, and art assets required for the memorable encounter.
The Witcher 3 'is not untouchable,' story director says of changes in the upcoming remaster: 'I still find some places that I think maybe nowadays, I would do it differently'
Marcin Blacha, CD Projekt Red's vice president of narration, stated that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is not untouchable and can still be improved, even with a remaster and a new expansion, Songs of the Past, planned for 2027. He discussed potential changes, such as making Dandelion wiser and adding more choices, acknowledging that his perspective has evolved over time.
If you need proof The Witcher 3's new expansion is in safe hands, its lead writer literally wrote her thesis on Hearts of Stone: 'To probably prove to some of my professors that games are worthy'
Paula Mejsner, lead writer for The Witcher: Songs of the Past, previously wrote her bachelor's thesis on The Witcher 3: Hearts of Stone, analyzing its literary depth. She expresses pride and calls working on the Witcher franchise a dream come true, highlighting the rich literary references within the games.
I Thought I Was Done With The Witcher 3 – Then the Remaster Happened
The remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt revitalizes the acclaimed action RPG with significant visual and gameplay improvements, making a return trip to The Continent compelling even for seasoned players. Enhanced controls, smoother movement, and a revamped skill tree offer fresh perspectives on Geralt's journey and the game's vast world, including its expansions.
