The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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I Gave Up My The Witcher 3 Run To Play Dressmaker, And My Life Is Better For It
The author has abandoned a playthrough of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to focus on the game Dressmaker, finding immense satisfaction in its creative dressmaking mechanics. This opinion piece highlights how Dressmaker offers a rewarding experience through its detailed customization and client-focused gameplay, contrasting it with more action-oriented titles.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the RPS team shared their weekend gaming plans, including trying out the demo for the turn-based ship-salvaging game Ablahshikar, revisiting The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and experimenting with a Titanfall 2 VR mod. Others are planning to play Dorfromantik and an upcoming exploration game.
Evening Reading - October 9, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Dead by Daylight, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Gears of War: E-Day, and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. There are also previews for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode and Armatus, alongside news about Bungie's Marathon and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The article also touches on video game maps, download deals, and speedrunning events.
This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch Sports Resort preview, Arjun in SF6 & Xbox not for sale
This Week in Switch 2 covers a preview of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, where Donovan shared his impressions. The episode also touches on recent gaming news, including advice for the Xbox CEO regarding false reports from games journalists. Shacknews also highlighted its free interactive maps for various games.
Help! The Witcher 3 Remastered keeps distracting me with beautiful sunsets – I took 4 hours to leave White Orchard
The author expresses surprise at how the remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has captivated them with its stunning visuals, leading to a four-hour detour in White Orchard solely to admire sunsets. Despite minor bugs and a familiar combat system, the enhanced graphics and reworked skill tree have made the experience feel fresh and magical, even on older hardware.
The Witcher 3 Remastered's new patch has fans convinced they're playing a different RPG altogether with how…
A recent patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered has significantly improved its visuals, leading many players to believe they are experiencing a different game. The update, version 5.01, addresses issues with brightness, color tonemapping, and shadows, and adds options like Bloom and Light Shafts for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users, earning widespread praise from the community.
Cyberpunk 2077 movie officially in the works at Paramount
Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action film set within the universe of Cyberpunk 2077, with CD Projekt Red set to produce. While no cast or director has been announced, the project is expected to focus on new characters, similar to the Netflix series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. This move aligns with Paramount's increasing investment in video game adaptations.
The Witcher 3 Remastered's latest patch brings some bloomin' improvements to the game's bloom problems, amongst other lighting buffs
CD Projekt Red has released a new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, addressing various lighting issues including bloom, tone mapping, and character lighting. The update also fixes PC-specific problems related to GPUs, DLSS, and XeSS, alongside several gameplay improvements such as enhanced ladder animations and more responsive dodging. The patch is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Venturing into The Witcher 3 Remastered? Join the GamesRadar+ RPG Club and play along with us!
GamesRadar+ is launching an "RPG Club" focused on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, inviting players to explore the game over four weeks. The initiative encourages community participation through weekly articles and discussions on new features like the skill tree and performance.
The Witcher 3 Remastered patch targets graphics issues and boats moving "uncontrollably" as CD Projekt Red promises it's "working" on Switch 2 fixes
CD Projekt Red has released patch 5.01 for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, addressing various bugs and graphical issues across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The studio is also working on an update for the Nintendo Switch 2 version to bring it closer to parity with other platforms.
Witcher 3 Remastered patch rolls out on PC and console, with separate Switch 2 patch earmarked to address blurry visuals
CD Projekt Red has released patch 5.01 for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, addressing numerous bugs and improving performance and visuals. A separate patch is earmarked for the Nintendo Switch version to improve image clarity and sharpness.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Patch Adds Bloom Toggles on Console and Larger Lighting Changes
CD Projekt has released a new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, introducing presentation tweaks such as bloom toggles on consoles and larger lighting changes. The update aims to refine the visual experience of the acclaimed RPG.
The best PS5 gifts in 2026, from top tech to stocking stuffer favorites
This guide offers a curated selection of PlayStation 5 gifts for the 2026 holiday season, ranging from high-end accessories like gaming headsets and limited edition controllers to more affordable stocking stuffers. It aims to help gift-givers find suitable presents for any PlayStation gamer, regardless of their specific game preferences.
The Witcher 3 Remastered: Still the Open-World Game to Beat?
This article compares The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered to other top open-world games like Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077, Red Dead Redemption 2, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. While The Witcher 3 excels in storytelling and characters, it falls short in combat compared to some titles but remains a must-play experience.
Xbox CEO says Battle.net isn't turning into Steam after The Witcher 3 deal: "We will do it the right way"
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that Blizzard's Battle.net storefront will not become a direct competitor to Steam, despite adding titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Sharma emphasized a selective, curated approach for Battle.net, focusing on games that align with its existing player base, and assured that the platform will be developed "the right way."
Prime Day PS5 deals end today: the best console, game, and accessory savings I've found in the sale
Prime Day PlayStation 5 deals are ending today, with discounts on consoles, games, and accessories. While new consoles are unlikely to see significant price cuts, refurbished models are available for $100 less than MSRP. Many accessory and game deals are expected to continue through Black Friday.
The Witcher 3 har slagit sitt Steam-rekord för samtidiga spelare
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has achieved a new peak of nearly 138,000 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing its previous records. This surge in popularity is attributed to the recent release of a free remaster that includes graphical enhancements and gameplay improvements.
The Witcher 3 Remastered players are being haunted by the ghost of Assassin's Creed Unity
Players of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered are experiencing a recurring visual bug that causes character models to glitch, leaving only floating eyeballs and hair, reminiscent of issues seen during the launch of Assassin's Creed Unity. While the remaster has been largely satisfying, this bug has appeared in various instances across the game's world.
Your Witcher 3 remastered guide to Prime Day, all the discounts you need to chase the Wild Hunt
This article highlights Prime Day deals on hardware essential for playing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered, which was released a decade ago but remains a popular title. Discounts are available on monitors, headsets, mice, and keyboards from October 6-7, with mentions of PlayStation 5 deals as well.
CD Projekt Red outlines which Witcher 3 Remastered fixes are coming next, but there's still division about the changes
CD Projekt Red has outlined upcoming fixes for The Witcher 3's Remastered edition, addressing performance on PlayStation 5, visual adjustments, and audio issues. Despite these efforts, the community remains divided, with some players expressing frustration over game-breaking bugs while the company focuses on features like Twitch Drops and Ukrainian localization. The remaster, which offers significant graphical and technical upgrades for free, has also raised minimum system requirements and is seen as a modernization effort ahead of the upcoming "Songs of the Past" expansion.
