The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Hits 900,000 Wishlists After Gamescom
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past has surpassed 900,000 wishlists following its reveal at Gamescom. CD Projekt RED expressed gratitude for the player reception, highlighting the new region, quests, and Geralt's silver chain weapon. The DLC is slated for release next year on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Experiencing some day one Blood of Dawnwalker issues? Its devs know, and have some temporary solutions to help get you bloodsucking
The Blood of Dawnwalker, the debut game from Rebel Wolves and director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, is experiencing several day-one technical issues on PC, including stuttering and crashing during shader compilation. Developers have provided temporary workarounds such as launching in full-screen mode and updating BIOS. Issues with PS5 controller button mapping and character sprinting are also being addressed.
The Blood of Dawnwalker devs offer "fixes and workarounds" as players slam PC optimization: "AAA price…
The Blood of Dawnwalker, a new vampire RPG from former CD Projekt Red developers at Rebel Wolves, is facing criticism for poor PC optimization shortly after its release. Players are reporting performance issues despite meeting recommended system requirements, leading to negative reviews on Steam. Rebel Wolves has acknowledged the problems and offered temporary workarounds while working on official patches.
The Witcher Remake is currently on the back burner because progress on it depends on The Witcher 4's development, CD Projekt Red confirm
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that development on The Witcher Remake is currently on hold. Progress on the remake is dependent on the advancement of The Witcher 4, as the remake will utilize assets, tools, and pipelines developed for the upcoming sequel. Fool's Theory, the studio handling the remake, is primarily focused on The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion, with a smaller team supporting The Witcher 4.
The Witcher Remake placed on hold until The Witcher 4 development progresses
Fool's Theory has placed the remake of the first Witcher game on hold until development of The Witcher 4 progresses. The studio is prioritizing The Witcher 3's 'Songs of the Past' expansion and supporting The Witcher 4, using its assets and tools as a foundation for the remake. This approach aims to streamline development for the ambitious, Unreal Engine 5-powered project.
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches to "Mostly Positive" Steam reviews, as fans dub it an "RPG that captures what made both The Witcher and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines so special"
The Blood of Dawnwalker has launched to a "Mostly Positive" reception on Steam, with players praising its RPG elements and comparing it favorably to The Witcher and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines. However, some reviews cite performance issues and bugs, indicating that optimization needs improvement.
There are 519 developers assigned specifically to The Witcher 4
CD Projekt RED has increased its workforce to 1,045 employees, with 519 developers now specifically assigned to The Witcher 4. This marks a significant increase in staffing for the upcoming title, which is targeting a 2028 release. Other projects like Cyberpunk 2 have also seen an increase in assigned developers.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker launch day interview – ‘there's constant stress'
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, co-director of The Witcher 3 and director of Rebel Wolves, discusses the launch of the new IP 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker'. He expresses a mix of excitement and stress about releasing a unique game with risky ideas, highlighting the challenges of creating new intellectual property in the current industry climate. Tomaszkiewicz also touches on the development process, positive preview feedback, and the team's focus on delivering the best possible experience.
CD Projekt mystery games update: Yes, they're still happening, and no, not any time soon
CD Projekt has confirmed that its two mystery projects, codenamed Sirius and Hadar, are still in development but will not be released anytime soon. Sirius, a multiplayer game based on The Witcher universe, is in pre-production with ongoing testing, while Hadar, an original open-world property, remains in the concept phase. The company is looking to expand the development teams for both projects.
I've spent over 80 hours in The Blood of Dawnwalker—here are my top 20 quick tips to survive Vale Sangora
This guide offers over 20 quick tips for surviving and thriving in the vampiric RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, after spending over 80 hours with the game. It covers combat mechanics like Perfect Block and Riposte, efficient time management for quests and travel, upgrading vampire abilities, and finding powerful gear early on.
The Witcher Remake Is on Hold Until The Witcher 4's Development Progresses, Confirms CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the remake of The Witcher is on hold. Development will resume only after progress is made on The Witcher 4 and the new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
CD Projekt says it never considered charging Witcher 3 owners for the remastered edition: 'It was never a question…
CD Projekt Red confirmed that owners of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive the upcoming remastered edition for free, with co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stating it was never considered otherwise. The remaster, set to launch on September 29, will include visual improvements, enhanced combat, and new features, and will replace The Witcher 3: Complete Edition on digital storefronts.
CD Projekt Red Is Still Raking In The Cash As We Wait For The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red reported strong financial results for the first half of 2026, with revenue up 23% year-over-year to 435 million PLN and net profit up 37% to 249 million PLN. These gains were driven by sales of The Witcher and Cyberpunk games, as well as increasing licensing revenue from deals involving Cyberpunk 2077 and the Cyberpunk TCG. The company anticipates further growth with upcoming releases like The Witcher 3 Remastered and The Witcher 4.
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.
Doug Cockle believes Dandelion is Geralt's real soulmate in The Witcher 3, but 'in a very platonic way'
Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, believes that Dandelion is Geralt's true soulmate, albeit in a platonic sense. Cockle highlighted how Geralt prioritizes Dandelion's safety above all else, even over romantic interests like Yennifer or Triss, citing specific in-game quests as evidence of this deep bond.
Nexus Mods, "the biggest modding platform in the world," has just acquired SteamDB: "We don't take the responsibility of becoming its next steward lightly"
Nexus Mods, a major platform for PC game modding, has acquired SteamDB, a popular fan-run database for Steam game information. The acquisition aims to provide SteamDB with the necessary resources and stability for its continued operation, addressing burnout experienced by its original creator, Pavel Djundik.
Nvidia's controversial, face-changing, gen-AI DLSS 5 tech releases tomorrow for one game, and seems to tank frame-rates
Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 technology, which uses generative AI for graphical enhancements, is launching for NBA 2K7 on GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. Despite claims of transforming visual fidelity, the technology has faced criticism for altering character appearances and, more recently, for significantly tanking frame rates, contrary to its performance-enhancing origins.
One Of 2026’s Biggest RPGs Is Hiding Inside Fanatical’s New $7 Mystery Bundle
The upcoming RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves, is featured in Fanatical's $7 Mystery Bundle, offering a chance to obtain the game's premium edition alongside other titles. The game, which draws comparisons to The Witcher 3, is praised for its urgent gameplay mechanics and vampire abilities.
After 20 years voicing Geralt, The Witcher 3 star Doug Cockle says revisiting his character for Songs of the Past is…
Doug Cockle, the long-time voice actor for Geralt of Rivia, expressed his comfort and pleasure in reprising the role for The Witcher 3's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past. He described the experience as akin to slipping into a warm bath, a sentiment echoed by John Schwab, the voice of Dandelion. Both actors expressed their continued enjoyment and willingness to return to the series.
Was Geralt's voice actor inspired by Henry Cavill's take on him in The Witcher series? 'No, because we…
Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3, stated that he was not inspired by Henry Cavill's portrayal of the character in the Netflix series, emphasizing that his performance came first. He humorously mentioned asking showrunners for background cameos and acknowledged that while Cavill's approach was influenced by Cockle's Geralt, he made it his own. John Schwab, voice actor for Dandelion, also praised Joey Batey's performance in the show.
