The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past
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The Witcher 4 is targeting release in 2028, CD Projekt Red confirm, while teasing that extra Witcher 3 DLC Songs of the Past has a "dark story" in store
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release, with co-CEO Michał Nowakowski describing it as the studio's most ambitious game to date. Additionally, the upcoming DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, is set to have a dark story and will be fully revealed soon.
CD Projekt Red is "targeting" a 2028 release date for The Witcher 4, per a new update from the developer
CD Projekt Red is targeting a 2028 release for The Witcher 4, describing it as their most ambitious game to date. Over 500 developers are working on the new RPG saga, which will feature a large open world and impactful story. The developer also provided an update on The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, which will be shown at Gamescom and star Geralt.
The Witcher 4 is "targeting" a 2028 release, CD Projekt Red announces: "I know it's a bit of…
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window. Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the game is the company's most ambitious project to date, featuring a large open world and deep story. While The Witcher 3's expansion, Songs of the Past, will be shown at Gamescom, The Witcher 4 will not be present.
The Witcher 4 is Targeting a 2028 Launch: “Our Biggest, Boldest, Most Ambitious Game to Date”
CD Projekt RED has announced that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window, with Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski describing it as the studio's most ambitious game to date. While an exact date is not set, the studio aims to deliver a deep and impactful story. In the interim, more details on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, will be revealed at Gamescom.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Studio Confirms Daily Gamescom REDstreams With “Game Previews”
CD Projekt RED will feature "game previews" during its daily REDstreams at Gamescom from August 26th to 30th, celebrating five years of the broadcast. While the expansion "Songs of the Past" for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is confirmed for a 2027 release, the developer may also tease upcoming titles like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
What games would you play in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber?
Many gamers struggle with large backlogs of unplayed titles, leading to a desire for more time to enjoy them. The article uses the Dragon Ball universe's Hyperbolic Time Chamber as a metaphor for a place where time moves slower, allowing for extensive gaming sessions. The author reflects on personal gaming habits and the challenge of keeping up with new releases while trying to finish existing games.
How to watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase
Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase will feature a two-hour stream presenting new information on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past. The event is expected to reveal new gameplay and details about upcoming titles.
The Witcher 3's Songs of the Past DLC may feature a festival the RPG series has never seen, as new CD Projekt Red…
New artwork from CD Projekt Red's Gamescom booth for The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, suggests the game may feature the in-universe Belleteyn festival. This fertility festival, previously only mentioned in the game, is significant as it aligns with the birthdays of Yennefer and Ciri. The DLC is slated for a 2027 release.
The Witcher 3 devs wanted Geralt to have "no emotion," but his voice actor pushed back against CD Projekt Red:…
Voice actor Doug Cockle discusses his interpretation of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, pushing back against CD Projekt Red's initial direction for a completely emotionless protagonist. Cockle argued that an emotional core was necessary for player connection and for Geralt's character development, particularly in his relationship with Ciri. The developers eventually embraced this more nuanced portrayal as the series progressed.
Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom
Xbox has announced a lineup of games that will be playable and showcased at Gamescom 2024, including Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, and Minecraft Dungeons 2. Attendees can experience titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer and the campaign for Gears of War: E-Day. Xbox will also host live broadcasts featuring interviews, gameplay reveals, and trailers.
The Witcher 3-expansionen visas upp i augusti
CD Projekt Red announced that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will be showcased during Gamescom's Opening Night Live on August 25th. The expansion, developed in collaboration with Fool's Theory, is slated for a 2027 release, though details about whether gameplay or a trailer will be shown remain unconfirmed.
We’ll Finally See The Witcher 3’s New Expansion Next Month
CD Projekt Red announced that the first look at The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past expansion will be revealed during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 23. The expansion, co-developed with Fool's Theory, is set to launch in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and will not support Windows 10. Fool's Theory is also working on a remake of the first Witcher game, while CD Projekt Red is focusing on The Witcher 4.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past expansion to get first look at Gamescom ONL
The upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will receive its first public showing during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, 2026. This expansion marks new content for the franchise since Blood and Wine, with The Witcher 4 and a remake of the first game still in development.
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.
CD Projekt Red will unveil Witcher 3 expansion at Gamescom 2026
CD Projekt Red will unveil the expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, at Gamescom 2026. The reveal will take place during the Gamescom Opening Night Live event hosted by Geoff Keighley on August 25th.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past Reveal Date Confirmed
CD Projekt has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past will be revealed during gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live. This marks the official confirmation of the reveal date for the upcoming content.
Gamescom 2026 is Completely Sold Out of Exhibition Spaces
Gamescom 2026 has completely sold out all exhibition space, with organizers the German Games Industry Association and Koelnmesse confirming the presence of numerous major companies including Bandai Namco, CD Projekt Red, Electronic Arts, Nintendo, and Xbox. The event will showcase games such as Metro Exodus and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past. Organizers are exploring expansion options for 2027 due to high demand.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th
CD Projekt RED has confirmed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, the first paid expansion since Blood and Wine, will be showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th. While only a "glimpse" is expected, there's hope for a release date announcement, potentially within its 2027 window. The expansion is described as being similar in scope to Blood and Wine.
The Gaming Industry Is Eating Itself Alive
Xbox is undergoing a massive restructuring, including 3,200 layoffs, impacting numerous studios and divisions like Activision, Bethesda, and Blizzard. While some studios regain independence and first-party projects remain safe for now, the article criticizes Xbox's overall strategy, citing Game Pass's performance and declining hardware revenue. The piece also touches on PlayStation's similar issues with digital ownership and preservation, painting a bleak picture for the future of gaming costs and ownership.
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.