The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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Sadla Roach! Nya Witcher 3 är här
The free remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch for owners of the original game. This update introduces a revamped skill tree system, improved combat mechanics with new enemy patterns and a dynamic camera, and enhanced animations for movement and Roach. Visual upgrades include new lighting, shadows, grass, and textures, with PC featuring path tracing. Additional features include equipment transmog, improved inventory management, a more robust photo mode, and new accessibility options.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Metacritic score places it as the best version of the RPG yet and the top-scoring game of 2026
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered has achieved a Metascore of 94 on PC, making it the highest-rated version of the game and currently the top-scoring game of 2026. While the original release and its Complete Edition had strong scores, the remastered version surpasses them, particularly when compared to the mixed reception of the Nintendo Switch port.
The Witcher 3 updated system requirements are in, and you will need an RTX 5080 for path tracing with DLSS and frame…
CD Projekt Red has released the updated system requirements for The Witcher 3 Remastered, detailing the hardware needed for its path tracing graphical mode. While minimum requirements for 30 fps at 1080p are relatively modest, achieving 60 fps at 4K with path tracing and DLSS will necessitate an Intel Core i9 13900K or AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080.
The Witcher 3 Remastered system requirements will show you how radiant Roach can be on your rig
CD Projekt Red has released the PC system requirements for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, detailing specifications for Recommended, Ultra, RT Minimum, RT Recommended, and Path Tracing settings. The update includes enhanced visuals and requires a solid-state drive, with Windows 11 being the primary supported operating system.
The Witcher 3 remaster is everything I hoped it would be
The remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a significant improvement, addressing long-standing gripes with its skill tree and combat mechanics. CD Projekt Red has enhanced graphics, added ray tracing, and refined movement, making the decade-old game feel modern and enjoyable. The free update is a welcome treat for fans, offering a polished experience.
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.
The Witcher 3 Remastered has scuppered an ambitious cut plague quest restoration mod, but there'll be "something extra" in the update that gets it working again
The recent remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has temporarily broken the WAR Project mod, which aims to restore an abandoned plague questline. Modders are working with CD Projekt Red and Yigsoft to update the mod, promising "something extra," likely including English voice acting, in its next release. The updated mod will be exclusive to the Remastered version.
How to get the Ursine armor in The Witcher 3
This guide details how to find the diagrams for the Ursine armor set in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a heavy witcher gear set. The diagrams are scattered across Skellige Isles, with upgrade diagrams obtainable by purchasing maps from the Kaer Trolde armorer. The guide also briefly mentions other witcher gear sets and how to acquire grandmaster upgrades in the Blood and Wine DLC.
How to get the Feline armor in The Witcher 3
This guide details how to find the Feline armor set diagrams in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a light witcher gear set requiring level 17. It outlines the locations for the armor pieces, swords, and crossbow, as well as the necessary steps for crafting and upgrading the set through various merchants and in-game quests.
How to unlock transmog in The Witcher 3 Remastered
This guide explains how to unlock transmogrification for armor and swords in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered. Players must complete specific quests for master armorers Yoana at Crow's Perch and Éibhear Hattori in Novigrad to enable the feature, which costs 100-200 coins per use. New armor and sword skins are unlocked by placing them in Geralt's inventory.
How to get the Wolven armor in The Witcher 3
This guide details how to acquire the Wolven armor set in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The diagrams are located in Kaer Mohern and require fighting wraiths. Upgrade diagrams can be found by purchasing notes from various armorers across Novigrad, Velen, and Skellige.
How to get the Griffin armor in The Witcher 3
This guide details how to find the diagrams for the Griffin armor set in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The Griffin armor is a medium witcher gear set focused on enhancing signs and is primarily located in the Velen region, requiring players to be level 11. The guide outlines the locations of the base armor diagrams and swords, as well as how to acquire maps for upgrading the set to enhanced, superior, and mastercrafted tiers.
Evening Reading - September 28, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews and previews, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Minecraft Dungeons 2, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. The article also touches on the state of retro gaming, the increasing involvement of AI in various fields, and the importance of art style in Halo.
Should You Play Witcher 3 Remastered On The Switch 2?
Jean-Luc Seipke and Jake Dekker analyze the performance of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The discussion breaks down how the latest version of the game runs on the new hardware.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered is Now Available
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received a Remastered upgrade, now available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch as a free update for existing owners. The upgrade includes significant visual improvements like Path Tracing, gameplay additions such as a skill tree overhaul and new camera perspective, and a new expansion, Songs of the Past, is slated for 2027.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Guide – 15 Best Tips and Tricks
This guide offers 15 essential tips and tricks for players diving into The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, including advice on early-game leveling, combat strategies, potion and oil usage, and inventory management. It emphasizes utilizing the game's mechanics and world to ensure Geralt's survival and success.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Sets New All-Time Concurrent Player Record on Steam With Remastered Release
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered has achieved a new all-time peak of 120,324 concurrent players on Steam following its release. This free upgrade for existing owners, which includes numerous enhancements like improved combat and DLSS support, has significantly boosted player engagement.
10 of the Best Quests in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (Including the Expansions)
This list highlights 10 of the best quests available in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, including those from its expansions. The article suggests revisiting these quests, especially with the release of The Witcher 3 Remastered.
How save transfer works in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered
Transferring save data to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is a seamless process. Players can automatically transfer their existing saves from the original game by logging into the same CD Projekt RED account or platform. Upon loading a save, players will be prompted to reassign skill points due to the reworked skill system in the remaster.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Overhauls Skills, Combat and More — Here’s What’s Changing
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is launching tomorrow as a free update for existing owners, featuring significant overhauls to skills, combat, and more. Comparisons show visual differences between the remaster and the current version.