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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.
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 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.
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.
The Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past was once intended to launch this year, CD Projekt Red reveals, so the rumours were correct
CD 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 Down
CD 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 later
CD 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.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Tops 65 Million Sales, As “Fresh Adventure” is Teased in Songs of the Past
CD Projekt announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million in sales, with an additional five million units sold in the first quarter of 2026. The company also teased "Songs of the Past," a new expansion for The Witcher 3, and mentioned ongoing development for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Former Senior Game Designer Joins CD Projekt RED
CD Projekt RED has hired Zdeněk Glatz, the former Senior Game Designer and writer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, as a Senior Open World Designer. Glatz spent eight years at Warhorse Studios. This move is part of CD Projekt RED's ongoing expansion of its development teams for upcoming titles like The Witcher 4 and a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077.
“Everything is a Possibility,” Says CDPR Co-Ceo About Its Next Project, But a Shadow Drop is Unlikely
CD Projekt RED co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that while "everything is a possibility" for their next unannounced project, the company prefers longer marketing campaigns over shadow drops. The developer aims to meet ambitious financial goals with sales from its back catalog and upcoming content, potentially launching a new project in Q3 2026.
Has CD Projekt Red just ruled out a Witcher 3 expansion shadow drop? The studio was coy when facing a barrage of questions about it
CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michał Nowakowski indicated that the studio prefers longer marketing campaigns over surprise 'shadow drops' for new game content. This statement comes amidst speculation about a potential expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which could be crucial for the company to meet its financial incentive program targets for the year.
CD Projekt Red shares 'important development update' for its unknown third franchise called 'Hadar' — 'Work on the project is progressing dynamically, and the team has established the foundations of this entirely new IP'
CD Projekt Red joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski provided an update on the studio's new franchise, Hadar, stating that development is progressing dynamically with foundational elements established. The team is actively designing game mechanics and creating prototypes in Unreal Engine. Nowakowski also briefly mentioned updates on The Witcher 4 and the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel.
CD Projekt Red shares "important development update" for mysterious new franchise Hadar
CD Projekt Red has announced significant progress on its new franchise codenamed Hadar, with joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stating that the foundations of this entirely new IP have been established. The team is actively prototyping mechanics in Unreal Engine and defining the world's key pillars, with 26 people allocated to the project. While details remain scarce, the company aims for Hadar to be distinct from The Witcher and Cyberpunk.
The Witcher devs to launch mystery project and fans think they know what it is
CD Projekt plans to publish an unannounced project in the coming quarters, leading fans to speculate it is new DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The company's CEO mentioned that more information about a project at Fool's Theory will be revealed later this year. The Witcher 4 remains the studio's main priority, with over half of its developers working on the title.
CD Projekt sales rise 9% in 2025 driven Cyberpunk franchise
CD Projekt reported a 9% increase in sales revenue for 2025, reaching 867 million PLN, primarily driven by the Cyberpunk franchise. The launch of Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 and its release on PlayStation subscription services contributed significantly. Net profit rose by 33.7%, with substantial investments made in The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2, and a new IP codenamed Hadar.
