The Witcher 4
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The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past is being made by as many people as made The Witcher 3 - potentially even moreCD Projekt Red's expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, is being developed by a surprisingly large team of approximately 190 individuals, primarily from co-developer Fool's Theory. While CD Projekt Red provides creative oversight, their direct involvement appears minimal, with only around 19 developers assigned to the project. The expansion is expected to feature a new region and will align in scope with the Blood and Wine expansion.
CD Projekt begins "most intensive phase" of Witcher 4, expands team to over 500 devsCD Projekt has entered the most intensive phase of The Witcher 4 development, with a team of 513 developers working on the project. The company plans to release three new Witcher games over six years, with The Witcher 4 being the first. An upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3, titled Songs of the Past, has been delayed to 2025 to ensure a high-quality player experience.
Former Destiny 2 boss praises new The Witcher 3 DLC, says "half a generation of players weren't of age"…CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past, an expansion set to release next year for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Former Bungie executive Mark Noseworthy praised the move, noting that a new generation of players will be able to experience the franchise. The expansion is being developed by Fool's Theory, which is also working on the remake of The Witcher 1.
It's not just The Witcher and Cyberpunk devs – former Dying Light lead says not properly recording work makes…Former Dying Light franchise director Tymon Smektala warns game developers about the critical importance of proper documentation, especially when working on a studio's first game. He shared that Techland's lack of attention to documenting features and lore for the original Dying Light led to significant challenges during the development of Dying Light 2, forcing the team to rely on player-made wikis to reconstruct information.
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 SoonerCD 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.
- Witcher Dev Will Focus On Sequels Over Expansions For Witcher 4, 5, 6CD 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 balloonedCD 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' FutureCD 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.
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 4 Receiving an Expansion “Would Be Difficult” as CD Projekt Reaffirms Trilogy PlansCD 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 Isn’t a Witcher 4 “Prologue”, “Guided Demo” Possible for GamescomCD 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.
CD Projekt Red Explains Why The New Witcher 3 Expansion Was Delayed To 2027, Talks Size And Whether It’s A PrologueCD 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 yearsCD 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.
After Witcher 3's new expansion, CD Projekt Red teases more "unannounced projects" are at "advanced stages of development" and could release this yearCD Projekt Red has confirmed that several unannounced projects are in advanced stages of development, with some potentially releasing this year or next. This includes the previously revealed Witcher 3 expansion, Songs of the Past, set for 2027, alongside other known titles like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk Orion. The studio also hinted at a non-gaming project, possibly a media tie-in.
The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past was once intended to launch this year, CD Projekt Red reveals, so the rumours were correctCD Projekt Red has officially announced that The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion has been delayed to 2027 to ensure the best possible result for consumers. Originally planned for this year, the expansion is being co-developed by Fool's Theory and is described as a prologue of sorts to The Witcher 4. The company also confirmed plans to release three new Witcher games within six years, with The Witcher 4 being the first.- The Witcher 3’s Incredible Sales Streak Still Hasn’t Slowed DownCD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold over 65 million units globally, marking a significant increase in sales over the past year. The company also provided updates on its development teams, with The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 seeing increased staffing, while a new expansion for The Witcher 3, titled Songs of the Past, is slated for release in 2027.
CD Projekt Red reveals huge The Witcher 3 sales milestone, which helps explain why a third expansion is in development 11 years laterCD Projekt Red announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold over 65 million units worldwide. This significant sales milestone is a key factor in the decision to develop a third expansion for the game, titled "Songs of the Past," which is currently in advanced development. The company also referenced the upcoming "The Witcher 4," suggesting the new expansion could serve as an introduction to the franchise for new players.