The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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The Blood of Dawnwalker Will Have “Smaller, Free Add-ons,” Says Rebel Wolves CEORebel Wolves CEO Konrad Tomaszkiewicz stated that the studio is planning a roadmap for smaller, free add-ons for their upcoming game, The Blood of Dawnwalker. The game, which is expected to take 50-70 hours to complete, is set to launch on September 3rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.- Details Of The Witcher Free-To-Play Multiplayer Game EmergeDetails have emerged regarding a free-to-play multiplayer game set in The Witcher universe, codenamed Project Sirius. This project is being developed by CD Projekt Red, adding to the brand's extensive upcoming content which includes The Witcher 4 and an expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
This massively ambitious The Witcher 3 mod aims to recreate its biggest cut questline, and you could be the voice of…A fan-made mod project called The WAR Project aims to recreate a major cut questline from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, focusing on the Catriona Plague and the return of the character Iorveth. The ambitious 10-hour expansion is currently 25% complete and is seeking voice actors for various roles in English and Polish, including Geralt. The mod is slated for a February 2027 release.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Still Nowhere to Be Seen, 8 Years LaterEight years after its initial announcement, The Elder Scrolls 6 remains in development with no official release date or gameplay revealed. Xbox chief Matt Booty stated the game looks amazing and is progressing well, but Bethesda Game Studios is prioritizing showing it at the right time. Despite updates from Todd Howard indicating it has passed playable milestones and is built on Creation Engine 3, the prolonged silence has led to speculation and frustration among fans, especially considering the development timelines of other major titles like Starfield.
The Witcher 3’s new expansion will miss 2026, but Geralt is heading to GamescomCD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, a new expansion for the 2015 RPG, will be delayed to 2027. The expansion, co-developed with Fool's Theory, was previously slated for 2026 and will be showcased at Gamescom 2026. It is described as a full expansion rather than a small DLC, promising a new adventure for Geralt on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Witcher 3 modders are restoring the RPG's massive cut plague questline, just in case CD Projekt's Songs of the Past expansion isn't enough extra GeraltA modding team known as The WAR Project is recreating a massive cut questline from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that focused on a plague and involved characters like Geralt, Iorveth, and Vincent Meis. Led by MerseyRockoff, the mod aims to restore the content that CD Projekt Red originally cut, with a demo featuring four quests already available. The final release is planned for 2027 and is expected to rival a full expansion in length.
Are Games Getting Longer? The 2026 Data | TAGAnalysis of game length data from 2010-2026 reveals a significant increase in typical playthrough times, with the median notable release growing from approximately 16 hours to 25-27 hours. This trend is attributed to the prevalence of open-world design, marketing emphasis on content hours, and the influence of live-service models, leading to a decline in shorter, finishable games and contributing to player backlog guilt.
Why So Many Great Games Hide a Casino InsideIn-game casinos have become a popular and reliable side activity in many video games, offering players a way to engage with simulated gambling using virtual currency. This trend is driven by factors such as pacing, depth, atmosphere, and the thrill of risk-free betting, while also helping developers avoid legal complexities associated with real-money transactions. The success of features like the Diamond Casino in Grand Theft Auto V suggests this trend will continue in future open-world and RPG titles.
Former Witcher 3 director has just "one request" for CD Projekt Red as it finalizes Songs of the Past…Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, former director on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and now CEO of Rebel Wolves, expressed his hopes for CD Projekt Red's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past. Having worked extensively on the base game and its previous expansions, Tomaszkiewicz looks forward to playing the new content as a player for the first time and requests that it be "done good."
Summer Game Fest no-shows: The big games that were absent from 2026's showcasesSeveral highly anticipated games were notably absent from the Summer Game Fest showcases, leaving fans speculating about their development status. Titles like Arkane's Blade, the Witcher 3 DLC, Injustice 3, and the Divinity sequel were among the expected reveals that did not materialize. The article highlights the absence of these games and discusses potential reasons or future reveal opportunities.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past – What You Need to KnowCD Projekt Red has announced "Songs of the Past," a new expansion for the eleven-year-old game The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The expansion is slated for a 2027 release and will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, requiring SSDs and DirectX 12. Developed in collaboration with Fool's Theory, it promises a new story and region, with CD Projekt Red's Michał Nowakowski comparing its scope to the "Hearts of Stone" expansion. Geralt will be the playable protagonist, and the expansion may explore his past and potentially set up future stories for Ciri.
The Witcher 3 Is Getting Another Expansion. Should You Restart?CD Projekt Red and Fools Theory announced "Songs of the Past," a new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, targeting PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for a 2027 release. The article discusses the potential time commitment for players to reach the new content, considering the base game and existing expansions, and advises different player types on whether to restart the game.
At Summer Game Fest 2026, video games retreat to the safety of the pastThe Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a strong trend of developers relying on established franchises, sequels, and remakes rather than introducing new intellectual properties. While notable exceptions exist, the overall emphasis on recognizable titles suggests a retreat to safer, familiar ground within the industry amidst financial pressures. This focus on nostalgia and past successes, though generating excitement, raises questions about the future of innovation in gaming.
ILL is the most violent horror game I've ever seen, it makes Resident Evil and Dying Light look kinda cuteThe upcoming horror game ILL, developed by Team Clout, is described as one of the most violent games seen, drawing comparisons to Resident Evil and Dying Light for its gory melee and shooter action. The game features detailed anatomical damage, similar to Dead Island 2's FLESH system, and appears to blend elements from various popular horror titles. ILL is slated for release in 2027.
Summer Game Fest 2026 everything announced for pc so far – and a few rumours thrown in for good measureSummer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature numerous game announcements, with a focus on PC titles. Confirmed reveals include gameplay for Star Wars: Zero Company, a new trailer for Maverick Games' Clutch, and an update for Among Us. Rumors suggest potential announcements for Guild Wars 3, an expansion for The Witcher 3, and Persona 6.
The Witcher 3 dev says a "designer's job is to create fun, not delete it," which is why CD Projekt Red "raised the stakes" instead of patching out an exploit it could have easily fixedA quest designer for The Witcher 3, Paweł Sasko, explained CD Projekt Red's decision to add a Chort to deter players from exploiting cow hide farming instead of patching the exploit. Sasko stated that a designer's role is to create fun and escalate gameplay, not remove it. This philosophy also influenced later additions like a Gwent card and an in-game event related to the cow hide trade.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloadsPlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PS5, PS4, and PS VR2. In Asia, '007 First Light' led the PS5 charts, while 'NTE: Neverness to Everness' topped the Free to Play charts.
Summer Game Fest 2026 predictions: 5 games I'm convinced we'll seeThis article predicts five games likely to be showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, including Metro 2039, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Alien Isolation 2, Witchbrook, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. It discusses potential release dates, gameplay reveals, and the significance of each title for their respective developers and publishers.
Project Hadar is an “Emotional, Open-World Experience,” Per New CD Projekt RED ListingA new job listing for CD Projekt RED's Project Hadar reveals it will be an "emotional, open-world experience." This aligns with the studio's previous successes with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. The listing provides insight into the game's development, with CD Projekt RED also managing time for The Witcher 4.
CD Projekt Red veteran answers for the crime of The Witcher 3's Skellige, says they tried to add more question…CD Projekt Red veteran Paweł Sasko, associate game director for Cyberpunk 2, humorously addressed fan criticism regarding the abundance of question marks in The Witcher 3's Skellige region. Sasko, who worked on The Witcher 3 as a quest designer, implied that the development team attempted to add even more of these map markers but were unable to. This discussion highlights a common point of contention for players seeking map completion in the game.