The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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Former Destiny 2 boss won't say "Destiny 1 remaster" out loud, but suggests it might not be a good idea: "Studios can only afford so many bets"
Former Destiny 2 lead Mark Noseworthy discussed the business considerations of game remasters, suggesting a Destiny 1 remaster might not be a wise investment for Bungie. He highlighted the high costs, opportunity costs, and market demand as key factors, implying that studios have limited resources for such projects.
CD Projekt Red CEO says the studio's 'ambitious' plans for a new Witcher trilogy could mean no expansions for The Witcher 4 — 'It would be difficult, to be very honest'
CD Projekt Red's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the studio's ambitious plan to release a new Witcher trilogy within six years makes it unlikely for The Witcher 4 to receive expansions. The focus will be on delivering full-sized games within the tight timeline, with the next expansion for The Witcher 3, Songs of the Past, now slated for a 2027 release.
The Witcher 3’s Songs Of The Past Expansion Was Supposed To Release Sooner
CD Projekt Red has delayed the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, from its original 2026 target to 2027 to ensure the best possible quality. While this expansion is considered a prologue to The Witcher 4, the company also plans to release other unannounced content this year. More details about Songs of the Past will be revealed at Gamescom.
CDPR is aiming to 'release 3 Witcher games within a 6 year period' but don't expect any expansions for…
CD Projekt Red aims to release three new Witcher games within a six-year period, with joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stating that this ambitious pipeline leaves little room for expansions to the upcoming trilogy. While an expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt was confirmed, the focus will be on new installments in the series.
Witcher Dev Will Focus On Sequels Over Expansions For Witcher 4, 5, 6
CD Projekt Red will prioritize full game sequels over expansions for The Witcher 4, 5, and 6, aiming to release the trilogy within six years. This marks a shift from The Witcher 3's model, which received major expansions. The studio plans for The Witcher 4 to launch around 2028, following a 2027 expansion for The Witcher 3.
CD Projekt Red says The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past expansion was supposed to launch this year, but a delay to 2027…
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, has been delayed from its original 2024 release to 2027. The studio believes this extended development time will ensure the best possible consumer experience. A presentation of the expansion is planned for Gamescom 2026, though it will not be a hands-on demo.
The Witcher 4 is the work of over twice as many CD Projekt staff as The Witcher 3, in a fresh display of how blockbluster team sizes have ballooned
CD Projekt has revealed that over twice as many developers are working on The Witcher 4 compared to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with the current team size reaching 513. This figure is comparable to the development team for Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting the increasing scale of AAA game development.
Yes, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past will feature new Gwent cards, and cross-platform mod support is still happening — 'We are still working away on it, rest assured it is coming'
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Songs of the Past, will include new Gwent cards. Additionally, the company provided an update on the long-awaited cross-platform mod support, stating it is still in development and expected to launch in 2026. The expansion is set to release in 2027, preceding The Witcher 4, which will star Ciri.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Expansion 'Is, in a Way, a Prologue' for the Series' Future
CD Projekt has suggested that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will serve as a prologue for the future of the series, specifically setting the stage for The Witcher 4.
Micro-grants for indies, another hardware price hike, and Valnet sinks to new lows - Patch Notes #54
This week's Patch Notes covers micro-grants for indie developers, a potential hardware price increase, and the shutdown of Destruction AllStars. Additionally, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is set to receive a new expansion.
Witcher 3 surpasses 65m lifetime sales as CD Projekt announces third expansion
CD Projekt announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million lifetime sales, with its upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, expected in 2027. The company reported a slight 6% increase in overall revenue for Q1, driven by a 36% rise in Witcher IP revenue, while Cyberpunk IP revenue declined. CD Projekt also highlighted its shift to parallel development on multiple projects and the success of including its titles on Xbox Game Pass.
The Witcher 3 has sold more than 65 million copies
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million copies sold worldwide. This milestone follows CD Projekt RED's announcement of a new expansion, 'Songs of the Past,' scheduled for release in 2027.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past is similar in scope to Blood & Wine and will be "a trip down memory lane"…
CD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, will be a significant piece of content featuring Geralt as the protagonist before Ciri takes over in The Witcher 4. Developed in tandem with Fool's Theory, the expansion is slated for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and is expected to offer 20-30 hours of gameplay, similar in scope to Blood and Wine.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Isn’t a Witcher 4 “Prologue”, “Guided Demo” Possible for Gamescom
CD Projekt has clarified that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past is not a direct prologue to The Witcher 4, but rather a substantial expansion designed to reignite interest in the franchise. The expansion, similar in scope to Blood and Wine, is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. A "guided demo" is expected at Gamescom, with pricing details to be revealed later.
The Witcher 4 Receiving an Expansion “Would Be Difficult” as CD Projekt Reaffirms Trilogy Plans
CD Projekt Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that expansions for The Witcher 4 are unlikely due to ambitious plans for a trilogy to be released within six years. The company is prioritizing the development of The Witcher 5 and The Witcher 6 following the initial release of The Witcher 4.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Originally Slated for 2026, Out in 2027 for “Best Possible Result”
CD Projekt has delayed the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, from its original 2026 target to 2027. This decision was made to ensure the best possible consumer experience. The expansion is being co-developed by Fool's Theory and is expected to be comparable in scale to the Blood and Wine expansion.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Akin to Blood and Wine in Scope, New Sword is “Very Important”
CD Projekt RED has revealed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, will be comparable in scope to the Blood and Wine expansion. Community managers Laura Beitzel and Amelia Korzycka hinted at significant story elements tied to a specific sword and the Belleteyn festival. The expansion is slated for release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with more details expected at Gamescom in August.
CD Projekt Red Explains Why The New Witcher 3 Expansion Was Delayed To 2027, Talks Size And Whether It’s A Prologue
CD Projekt Red has delayed the "Songs of the Past" expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt from 2026 to 2027, citing a desire to achieve the highest quality comparable to "Blood and Wine." The expansion will be a full-sized release, not a smaller DLC, and will launch exclusively for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, leading to increased minimum system requirements. While described as "in a way" a prologue to The Witcher 4, its primary goal is to offer a new adventure for existing fans.
Don't expect a Witcher 4 expansion: CDPR says "it would be difficult" to make extra content when it's already trying to squeeze 3 Witcher games into 6 years
CD Projekt Red has stated that it is unlikely to develop major expansions for the upcoming Witcher 4 and its sequels, due to ambitious plans to release three games within six years. Studio co-CEO Michał Nowakowski indicated that creating add-ons would be difficult given the tight development schedule, contrasting with the extensive expansions released for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
'Proper big': The Witcher 3's new expansion will be 'closer to Blood and Wine' in scope
CD Projekt has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will be a 'proper big expansion' with a scope closer to Blood and Wine. The studio clarified that it is not a DLC, distinguishing it from smaller, free content. Songs of the Past is slated for a 2027 release, with further details expected at Gamescom.
