The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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A month before The Witcher 3 Remastered, CD Projekt Red quietly raises the price of the Complete Edition on Steam
CD Projekt Red has increased the price of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition on Steam shortly before the release of its remastered version. The Complete Edition, which includes all DLC and will be upgraded for free to the remastered version, now costs $49.99 in the US, a $10 increase. This price hike on the older version has been met with criticism, especially when the game is on sale on GOG.
Gamescom Gives The Witcher 3 Fans A First Real Look At Songs of the Past
CD Projekt Red showcased gameplay for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, at Gamescom. The DLC introduces a new region, Letten, and features Geralt investigating trouble involving Dandelion, along with a new chain weapon for combat. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered will also be released for free to existing owners on September 29.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss says The Witcher 3 "inspired me for so many years," and it was "a great…
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, expressed his long-standing admiration for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, calling it a significant inspiration for his work. Developers from CD Projekt Red, including Miles Tost and CEO Michał Nowakowski, reciprocated the sentiment, highlighting their own appreciation for the Final Fantasy series. This mutual respect was evident at Gamescom, where both companies showcased their respective titles.
CD Projekt Red Enlisted Modder to Help Make The Witcher 3 Look Better Than Ever in New Remaster
CD Projekt Red has announced a remaster for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, enlisting the help of a modder to enhance its visual quality. The specific details of the remaster and its release date have not yet been revealed.
CD Projekt Red has The Witcher 4 running on all target platforms after Cyberpunk 2077 lesson
CD Projekt Red has learned from the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077 and is now ensuring The Witcher 4 runs on all target platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, from the start of development. Co-CEO Michal Nowakowski stated that the studio's approach has shifted to prioritize cross-platform functionality throughout the entire development cycle, a stark contrast to the PC-centric development of Cyberpunk 2077.
Nobody was more surprised by The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past than Geralt and Dandelion's actors: "They announced the expansion pack before we knew what we were doing"
The voice actors for Geralt and Dandelion in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Doug Cockle and John Schwab respectively, expressed surprise at the announcement of the new expansion, Songs of the Past. They revealed that they were brought back for additional voice work before fully understanding the scope of the project. The expansion, which CD Projekt Red first conceptualized years ago and was later developed by Fool's Theory, is set to release in 2027.
Halo co-creator praises Witcher 3 Songs of the Past, wonders "what it would have been like if we’d kept…
Former Halo co-creator Joseph Staten expressed admiration for The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs of the Past, and reflected on the potential for similar expansions for Halo games. He mused about how Halo 3 ODST-like expansions could have offered new stories and mechanics, though acknowledged this likely wouldn't have happened if Bungie had remained with Microsoft, thus preventing the creation of Destiny.
The Witcher 3 Price Quietly Increased Ahead of Remaster Release
The price of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has been quietly increased ahead of the release of its remaster next month. This change affects the base game's cost prior to the next-generation update.
The Witcher 3 hasn't had an expansion in 10 years because "good things take time" and Songs of the Past was dead for a while, says CD Projekt Red dev
CD Projekt Red quest designer Philipp Weber discussed the long development of The Witcher 3's expansion, Songs of the Past, revealing it was conceptualized years ago but had to be put aside. Fool's Theory is now developing the expansion, which will take players to Dandelion's home in Letten.
CDPR visar upp gameplay-klipp från The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past
CD Projekt Red showcased gameplay from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, and announced a free remaster for the game. The expansion, set in the new region of Letten, will feature the return of Geralt and Dandelion. The remaster is expected to be released next month, with the expansion following next year.
The Witcher 3 Remastered makes the original's best HD mod obsolete, but only because that same modder's been…
CD Projekt Red has integrated the popular 'The Witcher 3 HD Reworked' mod into the upcoming remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The modder, HalkHogan, is now officially working with CDPR, and his enhanced textures and models will be included in the remaster launching September 29 on PC and consoles. This integration makes the standalone mod obsolete as its improvements are now officially part of the game.
GeForce NOW Gives Gamers More Ways to Play at Gamescom 2026
NVIDIA announced several updates for GeForce NOW at Gamescom 2026, including new DLSS 4.5 controls for enhanced performance and visual tuning, expanded support for devices like Steam Deck and Amazon Fire TV, and GOG single sign-on. Five new AAA games, CONTROL Resonant, Gears of War: E-Day, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, The Blood of Dawnwalker, and STAR WARS Zero Company, are coming to the cloud service at launch. Additionally, a community giveaway with over 40 prizes is being held.
The Witcher 3 Remastered sees CD Projekt Red work with one of the RPG's most beloved modders to make his work…
CD Projekt Red has announced an official remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which will feature improved visuals and combat. The remaster is being developed in collaboration with modder HalkHogan, whose popular HD Reworked Project will be integrated into the official release. The Witcher 3 Remastered is scheduled to launch on September 29th for PC and consoles.
The Witcher 3 Remastered includes work from a top modder, as CD Projekt Red follow the path they walked with the RPG's next-gen update
CD Projekt Red is collaborating with modder HalkHogan, creator of the HD Reworked Project, for the upcoming free remastered update of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. HalkHogan's work, which enhances character, monster, and environment visuals, will be officially integrated into the game on September 29th for PC and consoles, making the standalone mod unnecessary. This follows a similar collaboration for the game's previous next-gen update, highlighting CD Projekt Red's recognition and compensation of modders' contributions.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past’s Story Conceived “Way Back When,” But “The Stars Had to Align”
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, was conceived years ago by writers Ola Motyka and Philip Weber, with Fool's Theory CEO Jakub Rokosz stating "the stars had to align" for its development. The expansion focuses on the relationship between Geralt and Dandelion, exploring Dandelion's character more deeply than was possible in the base game. Songs of the Past is an original story set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Games Inbox: What will be in the Netflix GTA 6 show?
Readers speculate about the content of a rumored Grand Theft Auto 6 Netflix show, with some anticipating a short gameplay reveal padded with interviews. The discussion also touches on disappointing game leaks, the difficulty of modern Mega Man titles, and the current state of the Star Wars and Xbox franchises.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion doesn't have to make the RPG "feel different" because it's still "relevant" after 11 years, says CD Projekt Red dev
CD Projekt Red and Fool's Theory developers discuss the upcoming expansion 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, set to release in 2027. They emphasize that the expansion aims to enhance the existing game rather than drastically change its feel, as the 2015 RPG is still considered highly relevant and well-aged. The article also touches upon improvements in the recent remaster, including smoother combat and visual upgrades.
The Witcher 3 Remastered: Here’s How to Upgrade
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a free remaster upgrade for existing owners, including its two major expansions. This update aims to enhance the game's visuals and performance for current-generation hardware.
The Witcher 3 Remastered: Everything new coming in the big free upgrade
CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered, set to launch on September 29, 2026, as a free upgrade for existing owners. This remaster includes significant gameplay overhauls, such as combat, skill systems, and transmogs, alongside technical enhancements like ray tracing and HDR. The original expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, are now also free for all base game owners.
Gamescom 2026 live hub: The latest news and previews from the biggest gaming event of the year
This article serves as a live hub for Gamescom 2026, providing updates on news, previews, and announcements from the event. Key reveals include a new Dungeons & Dragons game called Warlock, Rainbow Six Tactics, a new PUBG title set in the '90s, and Nodusfall from Hoyoverse. The Grand Theft Auto 6 showcase, though not officially part of Gamescom, is also highlighted as a major event of the week.
